Civil War II #1 (2016) – Marvel Comics

Civil War II #1 is the opening issue of Marvel Comics’ major crossover event Civil War II, written by Brian Michael Bendis, with artwork by David Marquez and colors by Justin Ponsor.

The cover presents a dramatic confrontation between Iron Man and Captain Marvel, immediately establishing the central conflict of the series. Other prominent Marvel heroes, including Spider-Man, Captain America (Sam Wilson), Hulk, and Guardians of the Galaxy member Rocket, appear amid the chaotic battle scene.

The story sets the stage for a major ideological division among Marvel’s superheroes as questions of justice, responsibility, prediction, free will, and the consequences of preventing crimes before they happen begin to tear the superhero community apart. The issue launches a high-stakes Marvel event filled with action, political tension, personal conflict, and clashes between heroes who once stood together.