SO, phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe was just announced with a few real curve balls, including a few TV series (see above). But, if you’re a nerd like me and you can’t wait, THESE are the comics you should read in the meantime!

BLACK WIDOW:

Black Widow (2014)

Writer: Nathan Edmondson

Artist: Phil Noto

“You’ve seen Black Widow as an Avenger and even an Agent of Shield. But on her own time she searches for atonement for her past as a KGB assassin—in ways of which those teams just wouldn’t approve.”

THE FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER:

All-New Captain America (2014)

Writer: Rick Remender

Artist: Stuart Immonen

“This is it! The all-new, Spy-Fi, highflying adventures of Sam Wilson Captain America and Nomad begin here! – Hydra is growing, the terrorist band have has infiltrated the Marvel Universe completely! But what is their ultimate goal? – United by Hydra, Cap’s rogue’s gallery gathers to take down the new untested Captain America and Nomad!”

Winter Soldier (2012)

Writer: Ed Brubaker

Artist: Butch Guice

“When ex-Russian Sleeper Agents awaken, Winter Solider and Black Widow head into action!”

ETERNALS:

Eternals (2008)

Writer(s): Charles Knauf + Daniel Knauf

Artist: Daniel Acuna

“The Gods Walk the Earth! In ancient times, the Celestials, a race of cosmic giants, came to Earth and created a race of powerful immortal beings: The Eternals! For a time, primitive man worshiped them as gods, but eventually they disappeared. Now, they have returned! One of the Celestials now towers over Golden Gate Park, standing in judgment over the Earth… but does he bring the end of the world?”

SHANG-CHI: THE LEGEND OF THE 10 RINGS:

Master Of Kung Fu: Battleworld (2015)

Writer(s): Haden Blackman + Peter Milligan

Artist: Dalibor Talajic

“Welcome to the mystical land of K’un Lun, where the study of martial arts reigns supreme! But in a world where everyone’s hands are deadly, what becomes of a drunken dropout like Shang-Chi? Emperor Zheng Zu’s word is law in this Battleworld realm, and once the Thirteen Chambers open — it’s time to determine who is the Master of Kung Fu!”

NOTE: Shang-Chi hasn’t had an actual solo-series for a few decades now, but this event tie-in is still excellent.

WANDA VISION:

Scarlet Witch (2015)

Writter: James Robinson

Artist: Vanesa R. Del Rey

“Witchcraft is broken- and the Scarlet Witch is on a journey across the globe to fix it. From the back alleys of Manhattan, to the serene Greek Isles, to the bustling streets of Hong Kong, Wanda will have to face down her foes and find out who her true friends are. But as Wanda solves magical crimes and pieces witchcraft back together, the most important question remains: Who is the mastermind that broke it in the first place?”

The Vision (2015)

Writer: Tom King

Artist: Gabriel Hernandez Walta

“The Vision wants to be human, and what’s more human than family? So he heads back to the beginning, to the laboratory where Ultron created him and molded him into a weapon. The place where he first rebelled against his given destiny, and imagined he could be more — that he could be a man. There, he builds them. A wife, Virginia. Two teenage twins, Viv and Vin. They look like him. They have his powers. They share his grandest ambition (or is that obsession?): the unrelenting need to be ordinary. Behold the Visions! They’re the family next door, and they have the power to kill us all.”

DOCTOR STRANGE: IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS:

Doctor Strange: The Oath (2006)

Writer: Brian K. Vaughan

Artist: Marcos Martin

“Doctor Stephen Strange embarks on the most important paranormal investigation of his career, as he sets out to solve an attempted murder – his own! And with his most trusted friend also at death’s door, Strange turns to an unexpected corner of the Marvel Universe to recruit a new ally.”

House Of M (2005)

Writter: Brian Michael Bendis

Artist: Olivier Coipel

“The Scarlet Witch is out of control, and the fate of the entire world is in her hands. Will Magneto help his daughter or use her powers to his own benefit?”

LOKI:

Loki: Agent Of Asgard

Writer: Al Ewing

Artist: Lee Garbett

“As Asgardia’s one-man secret service, he’s ready to lie, cheat, steal, bluff and snog his way through the twistiest, turniest and most treacherous missions the All-Mother can throw at him…starting with a heart-stopping heist on Avengers Tower! And that’s just the beginning, as Loki takes on Lorelei in Monte Carlo’s casinos, and heads back to the dawn of Asgard to join its greatest heroes on a quest for a certain magical sword! But when Loki puts together a crew to crack the deepest dungeons of Asgardia itself, there may be one plot twist too many for even Loki to handle!”

THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER:

Thor (2014)

Writer: Jason Aaron

Artist(s): Russell Dauterman + Jorge Molina

Mjolnir lies on the moon, unable to be lifted! Something dark has befallen the God of Thunder, leaving him unworthy for the first time ever! But when Frost Giants invade Earth, the hammer will be lifted — and a mysterious woman will be transformed into an all-new version of the mighty Thor! Who is this new Goddess of Thunder? Not even Odin knows, but she may be Earth’s only hope against the Frost Giants!

HAWKEYE:

Hawkeye (2012)

Writer: Matt Fraction

Artist(s): David Aja + Javier Pulido

Clint Barton – aka the self-made hero Hawkeye – fights for justice! With ex-Young Avenger Kate Bishop by his side, he’s out to prove himself as one of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes! SHIELD recruits Clint to intercept a packet of incriminating evidence – before he becomes the most wanted man in the world.

NOTE: This is my favorite comic book in the whole world. It is very good and you should give it a shot, please.