Marvel Unveils ‘The Rise of Emperor Doom’ Event, Ushering in the ‘One World Under Doom’ Era”

At last year’s San Diego Comic-Con, Marvel Comics teased a major shift in their universe with the announcement of ‘One World Under Doom,’ a storyline poised to be as impactful as the 2008 ‘Dark Reign’ arc.

In ‘Dark Reign,’ Norman Osborn took on a central role similar to Nick Fury. Now, ‘One World Under Doom’ begins with the ‘Blood Hunt’ event, where Doctor Doom deceives Doctor Strange into surrendering the title of Sorcerer Supreme.

This sets the stage for a massive transformation across Marvel’s comics, introducing new series and one-shots centered around Doom, a notorious villain soon to be portrayed by Robert Downey Jr. in the MCU.

The centerpiece of this shift, ‘The Rise of Emperor Doom,’ is a five-issue series launching in February, written by Ryan North, known for his acclaimed work on Fantastic Four, which will also be impacted by this new era.

The artwork is by R.B. Silva, renowned for his work on X-Men titles like ‘Powers of X’ and ‘Rise of the Powers of X.’ This series will explore Doom’s reign in depth, showcasing both his triumphs and the obstacles he encounters, including growing efforts to overthrow his rule.

Six months ago, Victor Von Doom claimed the title of Sorcerer Supreme and disappeared within the borders of Latveria. For many, his absence was a welcome reprieve, perceived as a brief pause. However, it was merely the calm before a powerful storm.

Now, Doom has reemerged, seizing control of all global broadcasting systems and proclaiming himself the Emperor of the World, establishing a new United Latveria.

Surprisingly, Earth’s leaders are complying with Doom’s demands, though it remains unclear whether this is due to mind control or other influences. Meanwhile, Earth’s heroes are unaffected and quickly band together to counter his rule.

As they strategize, not everyone views Doom’s reign as a threat; some even welcome his leadership, creating controversy and division among the heroes.

Tom Brevoort, Marvel Comics’ VP & Executive Editor, emphasizes that ‘One World Under Doom’ extends beyond just ‘The Rise of Emperor Doom’; it will impact the entire Marvel Universe, from the Avengers to Spider-Man.

Ryan North adds that Doom’s actions are both swift and far-reaching, transforming every nation into a part of United Latveria almost overnight. His governance is set to bring about significant changes, highlighting his supreme abilities, which may not bode well for anyone other than Victor Von Doom.

Marvel has also unveiled promotional materials, including the main cover for ‘The Rise of Emperor Doom #1’ by Ben Harvey, a promotional piece by Greg Land, and some sneak peeks at the interior artwork, all of which promise an exciting and visually stunning series that is sure to reshape the Marvel Universe as we know it.

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