G.O.D.S.
G.O.D.S. is a comic book written by Jonathan Hickman and drawn by Valerio Schiti.[1] G.O.D.S. involves two abstract entities: The-Powers-That-Be that oversees the magical and weird, and for whom its only Avatar is Reddwyn (Wyn); and The-Natural-Order-of-Things that oversees the science and operates through 100 Centivars.[2][3][4][5][6][7]
Characters
[edit]- Wyn: The only Avatar of The-Powers-That-Be.
- Aiko Maki: Wyn's wife. She becomes the 97th Centivar of The-Natural-Order-of-Things, causing a strain on their relationship.
- Dimitri Krakov: Wyn's science-based assistant.
- Mia DiMaria: Aiko's magic-based new recruit.
- The-Powers-That-Be: Cosmic being in charge of the magical and weird.
- The-Natural-Order-of-Things: Cosmic being in charge of the perfectly scientific.
- Doctor Strange.
Plot
[edit]The story introduces a new cosmic mythology within the Marvel Universe, focusing on two opposing factions: The-Powers-That-Be, who represents magic, and The-Natural-Order-of-Things, who represents science. These gods have maintained a delicate truce for millennia, operating in secrecy even from the Marvel heroes.
The central narrative follows Wyn, the immortal Avatar of The-Powers-That-Be, and Aiko Maki, one of the 100 Centivars of The-Natural-Order-of-Things. Once romantically involved, Wyn and Aiko's personal history intertwines with their professional rivalry, adding a layer of complexity to their interactions. Their uneasy truce is tested when Cubisk Core, steals the Staff of the Living Tribunal, a weapon of immense power that threatens to disrupt the fundamental order of reality.
As the crisis escalates, Wyn and Aiko are forced to work together to prevent an impending catastrophe known as the Babylon Event, which could unravel existence itself. Throughout the series, the conflict between science and magic is explored through Hickman's signature world-building and philosophical themes.
Issues
[edit]| G.O.D.S. Issue | Publication date | Pages | UPC | Marvel Comics rating system | ISBN | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.O.D.S. 1[8] | October 4, 2023 | 64 pages | 75960620497700111 | T+ | ||
| G.O.D.S. 2 | November 8, 2023 | 30 pages | 75960620497700211 [9] | |||
| G.O.D.S. 3 | November 13, 2023 | 27 pages | 75960620497700311 [10] | |||
| G.O.D.S. 4 | January 24, 2024 | 27 pages | 75960620497700411 [11] | |||
| G.O.D.S. 5 | February 21, 2024 | 30 pages | 75960620497700511 [12] | |||
| G.O.D.S. 6 | March 27, 2024 | 28 pages | 75960620497700611 [13] | |||
| G.O.D.S. 7 | April 24, 2024 | 31 pages | 75960620497700711 [14] | |||
| G.O.D.S. 8 | June 12, 2024 | 34 pages | 75960620497700811 [15] |
Marvel G.O.D.S. first book volume is going to be published on August 6, 2024, in a 272 pages edition, it will compile issues 1 through 8.[16]
References
[edit]- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #1 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-02-24. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "Jonathan Hickman previews the big ideas behind new Marvel comic 'G.O.D.S.'". EW.com. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ Dandeneau, Jim (2023-12-07). "Jonathan Hickman Resets Marvel's Mythology with G.O.D.S." Den of Geek. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ Corley, Shaun (2023-10-05). "G.O.D.S. is a Mind-Bending Odyssey Through the Edge of the Marvel Universe (REVIEW)". ScreenRant. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ "Marvel's G.O.D.S.: Everything you need to know about Jonathan Hickman & Valerio Schiti's new comic". Popverse. 2023-08-29. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ "Marvel's ongoing cosmic reimagining G.O.D.S. series will end in May 2024". Popverse. 2024-02-22. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ Noronha, Remus (2023-07-01). "Marvel's 'G.O.D.S.': Release Date, Trailer, Characters, and What to Expect". Collider. Retrieved 2024-08-16.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023-2024) #1". Goodreads. Archived from the original on 2024-06-27. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #2 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-02-24. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023-2024) #3". Goodreads. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #4 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-05-22. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #5 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-05-30. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #6 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-06-28. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #7 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-05-22. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. (2023) #8 | Comic Issues | Marvel". www.marvel.com. Archived from the original on 2024-06-14. Retrieved 2024-06-27.
- ^ "G.O.D.S. by Jonathan Hickman: 9781302948597 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books". PenguinRandomhouse.com. Retrieved 2024-06-27.