Marvel's new series 'The Punisher: Showdowns' pits Frank Castle against Black Widow in a one-shot story, the first of several encounters with major heroes.
01Summary
- 01The Punisher: Showdowns: Black Widow #1 is written by Tom Waltz and drawn by Greg Land, released in 2026.
- 02In the preview, the Punisher ambushes Russian mobsters before being confronted by Black Widow.
- 03Frank Castle lists Black Widow's affiliations, including the Avengers, KGB, and SHIELD.
- 04The series will feature future one-shots against Wolverine and the Winter Soldier.
02Why it matters
This series offers fans a deeper look into the Punisher's history with key Marvel heroes, expanding the lore of his violent anti-hero journey.
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