As the Thunderbolts gear up for their much-anticipated live-action debut, Marvel Comics is set to expand the team's narrative in the pages of their printed works. The current Thunderbolts squad is deeply involved in the One World Under Doom crossover event, and fans can look forward to a fresh take on the team with the upcoming release of "New Thunderbolts*," aligning closely with the movie's release.
Penned by Sam Humphries, known for his work on Uncanny X-Force, and illustrated by Ton Lima of West Coast Avengers fame, "New Thunderbolts*" promises an exhilarating ride. The cover for the debut issue, crafted by Stephen Segovia, teases the excitement to come. Here's a glimpse:
Although "New Thunderbolts*" is strategically timed to coincide with the film's release, and features Bucky Barnes at the helm with an asterisk in the title, the team's composition diverges significantly. The roster boasts newcomers like Clea, Wolverine (Laura Kinney), Namor, Hulk, and Carnage, with Eddie Brock currently embodying the latter.
The series kicks off with Bucky and Black Widow confronting a dire threat posed by doppelgangers of the Illuminati. To tackle this crisis, they recruit a formidable yet unpredictable team. Leading this diverse group of heavy-hitters will test Bucky's skills to the limit.
Sam Humphries expressed his enthusiasm, saying, "I love every iteration of Thunderbolts. I'm thrilled to continue the franchise's proud tradition of hard-hitting action, powder-keg personalities, and explosive surprises into a new era. This is a gang of seven of the biggest badasses and loose cannons from different corners of the Marvel Universe. Assembling a super team is like inviting the right combination of guests to a dinner party. So I imagined a dangerous, disastrous, unhinged Marvel dinner party, and went with that."
Ton Lima shared his excitement about the project, stating, "I'm having a blast working on this book with Mr. Humphries and the team. Look at this lineup... it's crazy. They're not here to talk; they jump straight to the action! And that's the most fun part to draw. None of them are known for taking it easy on the job, so I can't either."
"New Thunderbolts* #1" is slated for release on June 11, 2025. For those eager to delve deeper into the Thunderbolts* movie, explore more about Lewis Pullman's character, The Sentry, and uncover the significance of the asterisk in the title.
