As teased yesterday, Marvel Comics has revealed that each week in January will feature a new What If…? Galactus storyline, with a different hero taking on the Herald’s duties. Heroes who will be powering up include Hulk, Gambit, Moon Knight, Rogue and Spider-Gwen. The new cosmic look is being designed by visionary Silver Surfer artist Ron Lim.
The creative team includes Mat Groom and Lan Medina, Josh Trujillo and Manuel Garcia, Alex Segura and Scot Eaten and Cam Smith, Ann Nocenti and Stephen Byrne, Kalinda Vasquez and Daniel Picciotto.
Please see the application details and cover below.
What if Galactus transformed into the Hulk? #1
Written by: MAT GROOM
Art by LAN MEDINA
Galactus has enlisted Earth’s mightiest warrior, the Incredible Hulk, but which would be a bigger mistake: trying to control the Green Goliath’s rage, or letting Bruce Banner’s greatest mind solve a problem of cosmic proportions?
What if Galactus transformed into Gambit? #1
Article written by: Josh Trujillo
Art by MANUEL GARCIA
Gambit is the most charismatic, the most heroic, and the most talented thief on the planet. That’s exactly why he attracts the attention of the Devourer of Worlds. Cosmic power flows through Gambit’s veins and he cannot be stopped, but is he clever enough to steal what cannot be stolen? So, friends, prepare for a heist like the likes of which the multiverse has never seen before.
What if Galactus transformed into Moon Knight? #1
Author: Alex Segura
Art by Scott Eaton & Cam Smith
As the moon god Khonshu and the world-devourer Galactus clash, Moon Knight finds himself caught in the middle! To keep the peace, Moon Knight becomes Galactus’ new emissary, but his alter-ego manifests the Power Cosmic in a shocking new way! Earth itself is on the brink of extinction unless Moon Knight uses his new powers to conquer several former emissaries!
What if Galactus turned rogue? #1
Author: Anne Nocenti
Art by Stephen Byrne
When young Rogue uses her mutant powers to absorb the Silver Surfer’s Power Cosmic, the entire course of her legendary history is changed forever. Now the rebellious mutant is blessed with unimaginable powers, but also carries the burden of being Galactus’ new emissary. Rocket into space with this iconic X-Man. It’s going to be an eventful journey!
What if Galactus transformed into Spider-Gwen? #1
By Kalinda Vasquez
Art by Daniel Picciotto
After rescuing an injured emissary of Galactus, Spider-Gwen is empowered to enlist in the army of the Eater of Worlds. But despite her new role exploring the galaxy, Gwen can’t suppress her heroic side. When she stumbles upon a world reminiscent of her home, will she ally with the aliens who live there to take on one of the universe’s greatest forces?
For more information on this news, please read the press release below.
NEW YORK, NY — September 18, 2024 — One of the most feared entities in existence is actively recruiting, and this January, a new one-shot series dares to ask the question: What would happen if Galactus turned Marvel’s best and brightest heroes into his new cosmic emissaries?
Watch as Hulk, Gambit, Moon Knight, Rogue and Spider-Gwen are transformed by cosmic forces and struggle with new purpose in a story woven by superstar talent, including veteran Marvel talent and rising stars. These once-familiar heroes take on new cosmic looks designed by visionary Silver Surfer artist Ron Lim and are imbued with divine power upgrades from a Master that tests their humanity.
We’re turning Marvel history upside down as you know it to bring you five WHAT IF…? GALACTUS one-shots for fans to look forward to.
What if Galactus transformed into the Hulk? #1
Written by: MAT GROOM
Art by LAN MEDINA
Galactus has enlisted Earth’s mightiest warrior, the Incredible Hulk, but which would be a bigger mistake: trying to control the Green Goliath’s rage, or letting Bruce Banner’s greatest mind solve a problem of cosmic proportions?
What if Galactus transformed into Gambit? #1
Article written by: Josh Trujillo
Art by MANUEL GARCIA
Gambit is the most charismatic, the most heroic, and the most talented thief on the planet. That’s exactly why he attracts the attention of the Devourer of Worlds. Cosmic power flows through Gambit’s veins and he cannot be stopped, but is he clever enough to steal what cannot be stolen? So, friends, prepare for a heist like the likes of which the multiverse has never seen before.
What if Galactus transformed into Moon Knight? #1
Author: Alex Segura
Art by Scott Eaton & Cam Smith
As the moon god Khonshu and the world-devourer Galactus clash, Moon Knight finds himself caught in the middle! To keep the peace, Moon Knight becomes Galactus’ new emissary, but his alter-ego manifests the Power Cosmic in a shocking new way! Earth itself is on the brink of extinction unless Moon Knight uses his new powers to conquer several former emissaries!
What if Galactus turned rogue? #1
Author: Anne Nocenti
Art by Stephen Byrne
When young Rogue uses her mutant powers to absorb the Silver Surfer’s Power Cosmic, the entire course of her legendary history is changed forever. Now the rebellious mutant is blessed with unimaginable powers, but also carries the burden of being Galactus’ new emissary. Rocket into space with this iconic X-Man. It’s going to be an eventful journey!
What if Galactus transformed into Spider-Gwen? #1
By Kalinda Vasquez
Art by Daniel Picciotto
After rescuing an injured emissary of Galactus, Spider-Gwen is empowered to enlist in the army of the Devourer of Worlds. But despite her new role exploring the galaxy, Gwen can’t suppress her heroic side. When she stumbles upon a world reminiscent of her home, will she ally with the aliens who live there to take on one of the universe’s greatest forces?
Check out the main cover by Ron Lim and pre-order all five WHAT IF…? GALACTUS one-shots now at your local comic shop! Visit Marvel.com for more information.
