Overview

• Imperial #1, written by Jonathan Hickman with art by Iban Coello and Federico Vicentini, sets the stage for a multi-empire clash after several galactic leaders are murdered.
• Critics praised the issue’s intricate visuals and bold color palette for bringing alien worlds and diverse empires to life.
• Hickman’s rich dialogue underscores imperial ambitions and personal stakes as Hulk investigates his son Hiro-Kala’s death alongside Amadeus Cho.
• Readers have drawn parallels between Imperial and classic Marvel sagas like Annihilation and The Thanos Imperative, noting its blend of nostalgia and fresh political intrigue.
• A newly released trailer teases upcoming shifts in alliances among Spartax, the Kree/Skrull Coalition and the Wakandan Galactic Empire.