A Year of Marvels – November Infinite Comic #1 (2016)
A Year of Marvels – November Infinite Comic #1 (2016)
Genre
đȘ Action | đŻ Crime | đ Psychological Thriller
Main Characters
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Frank Castle / The Punisher – A relentless vigilante known for delivering justice with brutal efficiency.
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Unnamed Hostiles – Operatives involved in a failed mission, setting the stage for a deadly pursuit underground.
Writer
✍️ Dennis Hopeless – Known for his character-driven storytelling and emotionally intense narratives (Spider-Woman, Avengers Arena).
Artist
đš Juan Doe – Blends abstract visuals with noir-styled grit, infusing the comic with dynamic tension and atmospheric depth.
Editor Details
đ Mark Paniccia – A seasoned Marvel editor who has overseen major character arcs and crossover titles.
đ Chris Robinson – Associate editor contributing to Marvel's digital-first comic initiatives.
Publisher and Brand
đ Marvel Comics
đ Infinite Comics Line – A digital-first platform offering motion-enhanced reading experiences tailored for screens.
Release Year
đ 2016
Brief Plot Summary
On a day meant for gratitude, The Punisher finds himself anything but thankful. After an operation spirals out of control, Frank Castle is thrust into a treacherous underground maze where danger lurks in every shadow. With instinct as his only guide and no backup in sight, Castle becomes both predator and prey in a deadly game of survival. In true Punisher fashion, justice is delivered not with mercy—but with ammunition. đŁ
Notable Arcs or Storylines
While this comic is a standalone entry in the A Year of Marvels anthology, it underscores a recurring theme in Punisher stories: isolation, calculated violence, and survival in hostile environments. It continues Marvel’s trend of placing their heroes into unconventional holiday scenarios, offering fans a creative, seasonal spin on familiar characters.
Fan Theories or Interpretations
Some fans interpret the setting—a dark, underground hunt on Thanksgiving—as a metaphor for Frank Castle’s internal struggle. The absence of family or celebration highlights the loneliness and psychological toll of his vigilante path. Others speculate this issue quietly ties into Punisher: War Journal, exploring gaps in Frank’s solo missions through Marvel’s Infinite format.
Review Summary
đ„ A Year of Marvels – November Infinite Comic #1 is a tightly woven digital one-shot that delivers suspense and grit in equal measure. Dennis Hopeless crafts a sharp, minimalist story driven by tension rather than bombast, while Juan Doe’s shadow-drenched panels and abstract backgrounds immerse readers in Frank Castle’s chaotic mindset. The art complements the Punisher’s grim narrative, elevating a simple premise into a visceral reading experience. Though short, it’s a brutal, satisfying Thanksgiving tale for fans who prefer bullets to gravy. đ„đŠ
đ A must-read digital issue for Punisher loyalists and readers who crave compact, high-stakes storytelling.
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