The balance of power in the symbiote corner of the Marvel Universe has flipped! In the landmark VENOM #250, released yesterday, Hela has made a massive power play, declaring herself the Queen in Black after seizing Knull’s throne.
Writers Al Ewing and Charles Soule, along with artists Terry Dodson, Carlos Gomez, and Todd Nauck, delivered a shocking milestone that saw the former King in Black return, only to be immediately revealed as Hela’s helpless prisoner. It’s a major shake-up that sets the stage for a dark conflict and a major Marvel storyline brewing for next year!
If you’re worried about Knull staying on the sidelines, fear not. The God of the Void won’t be caged for long!
Despite being weakened and trapped by his unexpected new enemy, Knull is planning his comeback. His escape and quest to reclaim his title will be chronicled in the upcoming five-issue limited series, KNULL (2026), launching this January.
- KNULL #1 (OF 5) is written by Al Ewing and Tom Waltz with art by Juanan Ramirez and hits shelves on 1/14.
Missed the pivotal turning point? You’ll have another shot! VENOM #250 is returning to shops next month with a much-demanded second printing featuring new versions of the Carlos Gomez and Greg Capullo variant covers.
Plus, you can expect to learn even more about the new KNULL series, the Queen in Black’s impact on Venom, and the wider Marvel Universe next week at the Marvel Comics: Spider-Man and his Venomous Friends Panel at New York Comic Con.Be sure to check out the second printing covers for Venom #250 and the new Rafael Albuquerque variant for Knull #1, and pre-order them both at your local comic shop today.
Are you ready for the reign of the Queen in Black, or are you counting the days until Knull’s return?
