The epicWar of The Realmshas finally amount to an endin Marvel Comics , filled with fight , death , rebirths , unforgettable instant , and universal change that buff will be talking about for long time . Whether or not you ’re a die - hardThorfan , or even a Marvel proofreader , this upshot is not to be lose – which is why we ’re here to help with the ultimateWar of The RealmsReading Guide and checklist , from first to finish .

When the Dark Elf Malekith leads a withering ( and , initially , successful ) invasion of Earth , leading an army made up of the forged killers who ever hated Earth or Asgard , theWar of the Realmsbegins . The epic story that follows has been an unprecedented success for Marvel Comics . Most annual amusing outcome shin to land , and it ’s easy to see why :   it requires a sure strategical accomplishment to create a central narrative , with room for fresh and creative spinoffs and tie - IN . luckily , Thorwriter Jason Aaron is one of the few comical book writer to possess that skill , makingWar of the Realmseasily the most carefully - fabricate issue since 2006 ’s landmarkCivil War . And for many fans , it may just be thebestevent they ’ve enjoyed to date .

But withover 60 issues ofWar of The Realmspublished in total , it ’s easy for readers to fall back track . We ’re here to avail , offering a comprehensive and thoroughgoing pathfinder to every book and tie - in .

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If you ’re avoiding spoilers , stupefy to the form of address , as we ’ll also be pointing out which stories are the most important , with a brief description of what happens in each topic . There are a fistful still left to be published in the aftermath of this epical event , and even anotherPunisherminiseries . We ’ll update as those final issues come out , but for now , get ready to dive into the front line of Marvel ’s biggest war yet .

Phase 1: War Comes to Midgard

TheWar of the Realmshas already have nine of the Ten Realms by the time the issue begins , and only one Realm stay free from Malekith ’s influence ; Midgard , intimately known as Earth . Malekith begins his fire by assay to liquidate strategic target , notably Odin , Thor , and Iron Man . Once those plans are in place , he launches the scuttle burst of his invasion of Earth . The Avengers find themselves caught up in the Battle of New York … unaware that his force are attacking the entire planet .

Phase 2: The Avengers Regroup

The Avengers are not quite on purpose labour out of New York , and desperately attempt to contrive a parry - strategy of their own . Meanwhile , a smattering of survivor attempt to stay live in the fallen remains of New York City .

Phase 3: Counter-Strikes

The Avengers set up their counter - strikes , attempt to rescue Thor and deal a annihilative nose candy to Malekith ’s warfare simple machine by destroying his Black Bifrost . Meanwhile , warfare rages across the major planet , with some hero still working to drive back the invasion .

Phase 4: Thor Leads The Charge

With Thor returned , the Avengers begin to take Malekith ’s forces back . It all build up to a climatic battle at Stonehenge , and to the ultimate demonstration of Thor ’s worthiness .

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