Marvel Comics has released a never-before-seen preview of their annual horror anthology one-shot, Crypt of Shadows #1, which this year is hosted by Agatha Harkness and will bring readers stories and adventures to scare them all through the Halloween season, and today, fans can check out all three covers and learn more about the featured stories and creators.
Check out our 2023 and 2022 one-shots to see what’s in store.
Here’s what you can expect from this year’s edition:
Prepare to be enthralled as Agatha Harkness guides you through the dangers and mysteries that await. But be careful, this witch always has a hidden agenda. Discover what Agatha is really up to in this fun story by current Scarlet Witch writer Steve Orlando and artist Claire Law. The Man-Thing’s curse spreads from the swamps to the sea, making him the target of Namor, King of Atlantis. Watch as the two battle it out in this chilling tale by writer Benjamin Percy and artist Raffaele Ienco. Kraven, the Monster Hunter! The Spider-Man villain attempts to target Jack Russell, the werewolf of the night, but gets more than a show when Blade arrives to help his old friend. Find out who will survive this bloody battle written by Jason Lew and illustrated by Carlos Magno. In the Marvel Studios special “Werewolf by Night,” veteran monster hunter Joshua Jovan makes his comic book debut in a story from writer Chris Condon and artist Djibril Morissette as Jovan walks through the final door and comes face to face with his biggest catch yet: the Scarlet Witch.
NEW YORK, NY — September 10, 2024 — This October, Marvel Comics will reopen the Crypt with a new installment of CRYPT OF SHADOWS. The hit one-shot that spotlighted the mysterious, monstrous, and downright terrifying characters of the Marvel Universe is back for another year of fright, this time hosted by Agatha Harkness, who will present stories and adventures that will frighten readers all through the Halloween season. Today, fans can check out all three covers and learn more about the stories and creators featured.
As All Hallows’ Day approaches, heroes from the Marvel Universe once again face the terrors that lurk in the darkness. From creatures of the deep to sinister magic, don’t miss the chance to watch your favorite heroes find themselves in dire straits and forced to confront the evil forces of the Marvel Universe. True believers, pick up this terrifying book at your own risk.
Here’s what you can look forward to:
Prepare to be enthralled as Agatha Harkness guides you through the dangers and mysteries that await. But be careful, this witch always has a hidden agenda. Discover what Agatha is really up to in this fun story by current Scarlet Witch writer Steve Orlando and artist Claire Law. The Man-Thing’s curse spreads from the swamps to the sea, making him the target of Namor, King of Atlantis. Watch as the two battle it out in this chilling tale by writer Benjamin Percy and artist Raffaele Ienco. Kraven, the Monster Hunter! The Spider-Man villain attempts to target Jack Russell, the werewolf of the night, but gets more than a show when Blade arrives to help his old friend. Find out who will survive this bloody battle written by Jason Lew and illustrated by Carlos Magno. In the Marvel Studios special “Werewolf by Night,” veteran monster hunter Joshua Jovan makes his comic book debut in a story from writer Chris Condon and artist Djibril Morissette as Jovan walks through the final door and comes face to face with his biggest catch yet: the Scarlet Witch.
Check out the cover and preview, and pre-order CRYPT OF SHADOWS #1 at your local comic shop today, and visit Marvel.com for more information.
Crypt of Shadows #1 – 75960621028200111
Authors: Steve Orlando, Benjamin Percy, Jason Lu, Chris Condon
Art by Claire Law, Raffaele Ienco, Carlos Magno, and Djibril Morissette
Cover by LEINIL FRANCIS YU
Variant cover by JUAN FERREYRA – 75960621028200121
Variant cover by Martin Simmons – 75960621028200131
Released on October 16th
