Venom # 261 Ito Variant 2026 BN

Venom #261 is an upcoming single-issue comic book published by Marvel Comics releasing on September 2, 2026. The story is written by Al Ewing as part of the Queen in Black summer crossover event.

Plot Summary

The narrative centers on a forced alliance between Reed Richards (Mister Fantastic) and the Venom symbiote. Long ago, when Peter Parker brought the alien costume to the Baxter Building, Reed used a sonic weapon to forcefully strip the symbiote away and imprison it for study.

In the present day, a catastrophic cosmic threat forces Reed to team up with the alien to save the world. However, Venom holds a deep, bitter grudge over that historic imprisonment, creating severe friction between the two as they try to cooperate.

Creative Team

• Writer: Al Ewing
• Penciler: Carlos Gomez
• Colorist: Frank D'Armata
• Letterer: Clayton Cowles
• Editor: Jordan White