Marvel's QUEEN IN BLACK Update! New One Shots: Thor, Beta Ray Bill, and Hela Details [April 2026]
Across the Bifrost: Thor - Marvel ComicsShow Notes
Get ready for a deep dive into the shocking Queen in Black event—the next massive Marvel Comics crossover event of 2026! We cover the explosive rise of Hela as the new Queen in Black, her cosmic battle with Knull, the God of the Void, and what this means for the future of the Marvel Universe.
Hosts discuss Al Ewing’s expanding storyline, including the crucial new one-shots Queen in Black: Hela #1 and Queen in Black: Thor #1. We break down Beta Ray Bill’s crucial role in defending the cosmos and the upcoming confrontation between the forces of Light Force and Dark Force dimensions.
In this episode, we cover: * Queen in Black Event Details: The Knull and Hela war and its impact on Earth. * Upcoming One-Shots: Hela's rise to power and how it effects Thor and the mortal Sigurd Jarlson. * Crossover Theories: How the Defenders of Light and Dark tie-in plays into the event. * Beta Ray Bill's Role: His battle at the edge of space. * Future of Marvel Cosmic: Implications for the Thor and Venom storylines.
Whether you are a fan of Beta Ray Bill, Hela, or the escalating cosmic conflict, this is your complete, up-to-date guide to the Queen in Black event!
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