Marvel Mangaverse: Web of Blood #1 | Marvel Comics Manga Series

Marvel Mangaverse: Web of Blood #1 launches Marvel Comics' new manga-style reimagining of its universe, written by Joe Kelly and Jack Kelly with art by Kenny Ruiz, releasing September 9, 2026. The series features contributions from Yuji Kaku, plus a variant cover by Peach Momoko.

Quick Facts:

• Title: Marvel Mangaverse: Web of Blood #1
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Writers: Joe Kelly & Jack Kelly
• Art: Kenny Ruiz, with Yuji Kaku
• Variant: Peach Momoko
• Format: Single issue, first issue
• Release Date: September 9, 2026

What is the Marvel Mangaverse? A reimagining of Marvel's heroes through authentic manga aesthetics and storytelling — the original 2002 Mangaverse became a cult classic, and its first prints command strong back-issue prices today. Web of Blood revives the concept for a new generation.

Why collectors want this issue:

• The original Mangaverse #1s proved this exact concept has long-tail collectibility — first issues of revival lines get speculated on hard
• Yuji Kaku (Hell's Paradise: Jigokuraku) is a genuine manga star crossing into American comics — crossover creator debuts are consistent aftermarket movers
• Joe Kelly (Deadpool, Spider-Man) writing Spider-adjacent material is a proven draw
• The Momoko variant bridges the manga and variant-collector audiences in one book

Do I need to know the original Mangaverse? No — this is a fresh #1 built for new readers. Manga fans who've never read Marvel can start here.