Black Cat transitions from master thief to superhero in the new Marvel series.

      Marvel Comics has revealed that Felicia Hardy is leaving her cat-burgling days behind, embarking on a brand new journey into superheroism in *Black Cat*, an ongoing series penned by writer G. Willow Wilson (Ms. Marvel) and illustrated by Gleb Melnikov (Amazing Spider-Man). But is this transformation driven by altruism, or is it simply a strategy to execute her most ambitious heist yet?

      “As soon as *Spider-Man: Black Suit & Blood* was released and readers encountered the Black Cat storyline, they began asking me, ‘When are you going to write more about Felicia?’ Well, the answer is: right now,” Wilson stated. “Working with Black Cat is incredibly enjoyable. She’s a supporting character with the energy of a lead. Her extensive history offers countless intriguing storylines to explore.”

      “I was eager to illustrate more of Felicia after completing my first Spider-Man issue, so when [Editor] Tom Groneman inquired if I wanted to contribute to the Black Cat series, I responded ‘YES!’ quicker than a bolt of lightning,” Melnikov remarked. “Black leather, street-level battles, and the opportunity to depict our favorite characters from Spider-Man’s rogues gallery? Count me in! I’m also thrilled to collaborate with Willow and color artist Brian Valenza.”

      Check out the main cover for *Black Cat* #1 by Adam Hughes below, alongside variant covers by artists Simone Di Meo, Jeehyung Lee, and Peach Momoko...

      Felicia Hardy is the BLACK CAT, the most cunning and adept super-thief in the world! She thrives on a good score, especially when the odds are stacked against her. However, her life took a drastic turn following SPIDER-MAN’s intense clash with HELLGATE in *Amazing Spider-Man* #8-9, prompting Felicia to adopt a new role as New York City’s latest…superhero?! The first villain she targets is THE LIZARD! But will the Black Cat jeopardize everything when her newfound moral stance draws perilous attention from the city’s underworld? No worries, KINGPIN OF CRIME, she’s still skimming off the top—promise! Don’t miss the exciting twists, humor, and mind-bending action in BLACK CAT’s next chapter!

      *Black Cat* #1 will be released on August 20th.