Hickman-era Multiversal Incursions
The Hickman-era Multiversal Incursions refer to a storyline in Marvel Comics, primarily written by Jonathan Hickman, where parallel universes within the Marvel Multiverse begin to collide, causing catastrophic events known as "incursions." If two Earths from different realities occupy the same space, both universes are destroyed unless one is sacrificed. This crisis drives heroes to make impossible choices and ultimately leads to the collapse and rebirth of the Marvel Multiverse in "Secret Wars."
Hickman-era Multiversal Incursions
The Hickman-era Multiversal Incursions refer to a storyline in Marvel Comics, primarily written by Jonathan Hickman, where parallel universes within the Marvel Multiverse begin to collide, causing catastrophic events known as "incursions." If two Earths from different realities occupy the same space, both universes are destroyed unless one is sacrificed. This crisis drives heroes to make impossible choices and ultimately leads to the collapse and rebirth of the Marvel Multiverse in "Secret Wars."
💡 Key Takeaways
- Understand what a multiversal incursion is: two Earths from different realities occupy the same space and imperil the entire Marvel Multiverse.
- Identify key players and groups in Hickman’s run (notably the Illuminati and other Marvel leaders) and their strategies to avert incursions.
- Explain how incursions reshape reality, leading to major events like the creation of Battleworld and the Secret Wars miniseries.
- Explore the scientific and moral tensions of the era, including the dilemmas of choosing which Earth to save and balancing cosmic-scale stakes.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is a multiversal incursion in the Hickman-era Marvel story?
An incursion is when two parallel Marvel universes’ Earths occupy the same space, putting both realities at risk of destruction.
Who is the primary writer behind the incursion arc?
Jonathan Hickman, with key developments in Avengers and New Avengers that lead into Secret Wars.
What typically happens when two Earths collide?
Two realities overlap and become unstable, often threatening the destruction of one or both universes unless the collision is stopped.
What major Marvel event did the Hickman-era incursions lead to?
The 2015 Secret Wars event, where surviving realities are reshaped into Battleworld and the multiverse undergoes a major reconfiguration.