The upcoming “G.O.D.S.” series is set to revolutionize the Marvel Universe. Penned by Jonathan Hickman and featuring artwork by Valerio Schiti, the series will focus on the omnipotent cosmic beings who shape reality within the Marvel world, with a fresh character at the core of the narrative.
Jonathan Hickman, a writer known for his high-concept storytelling and recent success with the X-Men’s “Dawn of X” relaunch, is teaming up with artist Valerio Schiti for the upcoming “G.O.D.S.” series. Schiti has made a name for himself with notable work on series such as “Empyre” and “A.X.E.: Judgement Day.” The new series promises to explore the most powerful cosmic beings in the Marvel Universe and offer new mythologies for key elements of the universe, marking a significant undertaking for the creative duo.
What is Marvel’s G.O.D.S. about?
The upcoming “G.O.D.S.” series, written by Jonathan Hickman and illustrated by Valerio Schiti, promises to delve into the intersection of science and magic in the Marvel Universe, challenging readers’ existing knowledge of these concepts. The comic will feature a new character named Wyn, who Marvel describes as a significant member of a hierarchy that includes powerful beings like Eternity, Infinity, and the Living Tribunal. Doctor Strange will also play a prominent role, with the story kicking off when he meets Wyn. Eternity previously appeared in the MCU in “Thor: Love and Thunder.”
Rewritten: Jonathan Hickman has always been drawn to the cosmic aspects of the Marvel Universe, as seen in his “Fantastic Four” run, where he explored entities like the Celestials who created different Cosmos, and in his “New Avengers” run, which defined the creation of the Beyonders (recently retconned). Hickman and Schiti’s latest project, “G.O.D.S.,” will focus on the intersection of magic and science in the Marvel Universe and introduce a new character named Wyn, who is a vital member of an eons-old hierarchy that includes the universe’s omnipotent rulers such as Eternity, Infinity, and the Living Tribunal. The comic will involve Doctor Strange and shake readers’ foundational knowledge of these worlds, revealing the real truth behind some of the Marvel Universe’s unexplained wonders. While details of the series remain somewhat vague, it promises to be an ambitious and exciting addition to the Marvel Universe.
Hickman’s been planning G.O.D.S. for some time.
According to Marvel.com, Jonathan Hickman revealed that he created the story for “G.O.D.S.” at the same time as “House of X” and that he developed the Bibles for both series simultaneously.
According to Marvel.com, Jonathan Hickman stated that he has been collaborating with Valerio Schiti on “G.O.D.S.” for the past year and has been delighted to witness Schiti’s interpretation of the story. Hickman expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating that “G.O.D.S.” is the type of Marvel comic that feels like a classic yet takes the Marvel Universe in a thrilling and innovative direction.
Schiti also shared his excitement for the upcoming series, teasing fans with the promise of new locations, hidden realities, and fresh takes on both new and old characters. He boldly proclaimed that readers will be proven wrong if they thought they already knew everything about the Marvel Universe. With such ambitious goals, it’s clear that Hickman and Schiti are aiming to deliver a truly mind-bending and game-changing series for fans.
An exclusive preview of “G.O.D.S.” will be included in “Free Comic Book Day: Avengers/X-Men” #1, set to release on May 6. The series’ debut issue is slated to hit comic book stores in the fall of 2023.
