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Marvel teases story details for next ‘Black Widow’ story arc

The Black Widow knows no fear, but that all changes as she faces a threat from her past!

Today, Marvel Comics has revealed new details for the upcoming story arc that’s kicking off in Black Widow #13. Written by Kelly Thompson with art by Rafael Pimentel, the next story arc kicks off on December 15th. Black Widow won for best new series at the Eisner Awards this year, sparking even more interest in the already great series.

“I’ve been really excited about this issue for a while now, both because I think it shows off so many of the things we love about Black Widow (not to mention one of my favorite classic costumes!) – but also because it’s a risky and sort of unconventional approach to an arc — breaking in the middle of your arc to tell an extended flashback sequence from a character’s past — it’s just not done this way typically and I’m so excited that Marvel let us try it,” Thompson explained.

“They’ve let us swing big on Black Widow in some unexpected ways and we are just having the best time. It’s a deceptively simple issue, but it packs real punch and I hope readers will love it.”

So what’s Black Widow’s next story arc about?

The Black Widow knows no fear, but that all changes as she faces a threat from her past! But how could someone have such a hold over the Black Widow? You think you know the story of Natasha Romanoff’s time in Madripoor, but you never witnessed her greatest fight – and her most decisive defeat.

Check out the main cover by Adam Hughes below.

Marvel teases story details for next 'Black Widow' story arc

Marvel is going all out with variant covers, with covers by Peach Momoko and Rafael Pimentel. Check those out below.

For more on this news, read the official press release below.

New York, NY— September 10, 2021 — Natasha Romanoff’s long career as Marvel’s premiere superspy hero is filled with dark secrets, dangerous missions, and mysterious enemies. This December, one of the deadliest battles in her storied history will be revealed in BLACK WIDOW #13. Writer Kelly Thompson continues her Eisner Award-winning work on the character alongside guest artist Rafael Pimentel in his Marvel Comics debut with a special flashback issue that will see the return of Black Widow’s iconic grey costume, best known from Frank Miller’s groundbreaking run on Daredevil.

The Black Widow knows no fear, but that all changes as she faces a threat from her past! But how could someone have such a hold over the Black Widow? You think you know the story of Natasha Romanoff’s time in Madripoor, but you never witnessed her greatest fight – and her most decisive defeat.

“I’ve been really excited about this issue for a while now, both because I think it shows off so many of the things we love about Black Widow (not to mention one of my favorite classic costumes!) – but also because it’s a risky and sort of unconventional approach to an arc — breaking in the middle of your arc to tell an extended flashback sequence from a character’s past — it’s just not done this way typically and I’m so excited that Marvel let us try it,” Thompson explained. “They’ve let us swing big on Black Widow in some unexpected ways and we are just having the best time. It’s a deceptively simple issue, but it packs real punch and I hope readers will love it.”

Check out covers of this below, including Pimentel’s take on the classic grey costume, and behold this legendary tale in the life of Natasha Romanoff when BLACK WIDOW #13 hits stands on December 15!

BLACK WIDOW #13

Written by KELLY THOMPSON

Art by RAFAEL PIMENTEL

Cover by ADAM HUGHES

Variant Cover by PEACH MOMOKO

Virgin Variant Cover by PEACH MOMOKO

Variant Cover by RAFAEL PIMENTEL

Design Variant Cover by RAFAEL PIMENTEL

On Sale 12/15!

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