This Week In Superhero Happenings!
This week in superhero happenings!
This Week in Marvel Happenings: Cosmic Shifts, Secret Origins & Scarlett’s Exit
It’s been a heavy day in the Marvel Universe and whether you're flipping pages or scrolling screens, here's everything worth knowing. From comics to casting shakeups, here’s your punchy round-up of the latest from the House of Ideas.
🧠 Hickman Expands the Cosmos Again — Imperial War One-Shots Drop
Jonathan Hickman's storytelling returns with two new Marvel one-shots: Imperial War Black Panther and Planet She-Hulk, launching in August. These releases are set to enhance the ongoing four-part series, making it a pivotal event in Hickman’s evolving Marvel universe. Imperial War promises to be a crucial addition to this narrative, further intertwining with Hickman’s grand cosmic themes. Be sure to catch these issues for a deeper understanding of the unfolding story.
🔥 Marvel’s Retcon of the Week: Human Torch is the Origin
Move over, Captain America. Marvel has officially rewritten its own historical blueprint, elevating the Golden Age Human Torch (Jim Hammond) as the cornerstone of the modern Marvel Universe. This retcon repositions the flame-headed android not just as a relic, but as the original catalyst for everything that came after.
A bold move—or just setting up something bigger? Time will tell.
🥋 He’s Back… Again: The Undead Iron Fist
Danny Rand is returning from the dead in a new 4-part miniseries titled The Undead Iron Fist. Coming this September, this version features a darker design and tone. It’s kung-Fu meets necromancy and it looks to finally answer what Rand’s role is in a Marvel Universe that’s left him behind lately.
Fans of supernatural martial arts? This one’s for you.
🕷️ Kid Venom Gets a Spinoff Series
Marvel is betting big on symbiote youth. Kid Venom, first introduced in Giant-Size Spider-Man #1, is getting his own team-up series starting in 2026. No full creative team announced yet, but buzz is building. This feels like Marvel’s way of capturing that Miles Morales meets anime vibe for a new generation.
🔥 Phoenix #12 Reveals Sara Grey’s Origins
The Grey family legacy deepens. Phoenix #12 reveals key pieces of Sara Grey’s backstory, reshaping how we view the Phoenix Force and Jean Grey’s lineage. Emotional, dark, and a bit tragic—just how fans like it.
🎮 Marvel Rivals Update Incoming
If you're grinding Marvel Rivals, take note: June 12th at 2 AM PDT, the game will drop a fresh update. Expect:
Bug fixes (notably Doctor Strange’s teleport)
Future Foundation skins for Invisible Woman & The Thing
Return of the “616 Vault” cosmetic collection
It’s mostly cosmetic and cleanup, but a strong sign the devs are actively refining.
Natasha Romanoff - Scarlett Johansson
🎥 Scarlett Johansson Removes Herself from Thunderbolts
In a surprising bit of behind-the-scenes news, Scarlett Johansson has officially asked Marvel to remove her Executive Producer credit from Thunderbolts. She told press she had “zero creative input” and didn’t feel right taking a title she didn’t earn.
It’s a quiet exit, but symbolic of how scattered the MCU’s creative processes may be getting.
Spidey for the Littles
🧒 Spidey for the Littles: Pirate Season Ahead
For the younger fans: Season 4 of Spidey and His Amazing Friends drops June 16 on Disney+ and Disney Jr. This time? It’s pirate-themed, with appearances by Landshark, Cap, and more. If your kids are swinging around the house in capes, get ready for more of that energy.
☕ Final Thoughts
Between cosmic wars, legacy retcons, and Scarlett peacing out, it’s a wild time in Marvel-land. Whether you’re here for the comics, the games, or just the juicy creative drama, Marvel’s still keeping us on our toes.
If you got thoughts about any of this, leave them in the comments below.
