Queen in Black #3: Dylan Brock Leads War Against Knull and Hela

Queen in Black #3 puts Dylan Brock at the center, the linchpin in ending the war between Knull and Hela. This five-issue event continues a crossover that builds on Al Ewing’s Venom run and Iban Coello’s artwork, with Tom Waltz scripting the main chapter and Zé Carlos delivering the interior art. The issue lands on August 12, with David Marquez on covers.

Series structure and tie-ins

The event launches in July and runs five issues. In addition to the main chapter, essential tie-ins include QUEEN IN BLACK: DEFENDERS OF LIGHT AND DARK, a limited series that brings Iron Man and Beta Ray Bill into the fight against Hela and Knull. Other tie-ins include QUEEN IN BLACK: HELA and QUEEN IN BLACK: THOR, plus QUEEN IN BLACK: VENOM UNCHAINED. The VENOM UNCHAINED series explores Dylan Brock’s evolving journey, while VENOM #261 arrives on August 26. An earlier installment, QUEEN IN BLACK: VENOM UNCHAINED #2, lands August 5. The core QUEEN IN BLACK #3 is On Sale August 12. For readers who prefer digital, Marvel Unlimited offers the full run and related issues with codes in print copies.

What this means for the Venom universe

Fans will see Dylan Brock confront vast cosmic forces as the story expands beyond a single title. The cross-title setup promises high-stakes action, deep lore, and surprising crossovers that enrich Venom’s universe while keeping the emotional core centered on Brock’s growth. This is a moment activists of the Venom saga may follow closely in shops or Marvel Unlimited.

Reading and accessibility

Local comic shops will stock the main issue, while readers can also pick up the digital edition via Marvel Unlimited for a wider, on-the-go experience. The story’s scale invites new readers and longtime fans to join in at pivotal moments across tie-ins.

Conclusion

Queen in Black #3 elevates Dylan Brock’s role and widens the Venom universe with bold twists, impressive art, and cross-title storytelling that keeps fans on the edge of their seats.