Iron Man has long been regarded as the de facto head of Marvel thanks to his iconic run in the MCU. However, Billy “Wiccan” Kaplan-Altman’s new series is set to prove that other characters are ready to take the lead in both comics and the MCU. Wiccan is poised to usher in a massive change for the Marvel Universe, one that Marvel fans won’t want to miss.

Wiccan, the son of the Scarlet Witch, became a household name among even the most casual Marvel fans thanks to his unforgettable debut in Marvel Television’s Agatha All Along. Now, the underrated hero is set to return in his first-ever solo series this winter with Wyatt Kennedy and Andy Pereira’s upcoming Wiccan: Witches’ Road #1, arriving December 3.

While the synopsis teases a reshaping of the hero as fans know him, the series also promises to redefine “the magical fabric of the Marvel Universe… forever,” making it a must-read not only for Wiccan fans but for Marvel lovers everywhere.

SOMETHING WICCAN THIS WAY COMES! A dark, macabre adventure awaits down the Witches’ Road that will reshape Wiccan — and the magical fabric of the Marvel Universe — forever… Wiccan and Hulkling arrive back on Earth, but nothing is ever easy for Marvel’s favorite (former) space emperors! With Hulkling grievously wounded, it’s up to Wiccan to save the day — but what lengths will he be willing to go to do so?

Everything We Know About Wiccan’s New Series (So Far)

Main Cover by Lucas Werneck for Wiccan: Witches’ Road #1 (2025)

While many details about the five-issue limited series remain under wraps, Marvel has confirmed that the story will continue threads introduced in Agatha All Along. With Wiccan at the center, the comic will dive deeper into “his mighty legacy and the very nature of his immense mystical power,” expanding on themes only hinted at in his live-action debut.

The promise to explore the true extent of Wiccan’s powers, combined with hints that the magical fabric of the Marvel Universe will be reshaped, sets this series apart as highly consequential. It feels like a genuine marker of Marvel entering its next era, one where the Young Avengers are beginning to take center stage in shaping the franchise’s future.

This shift from the original Avengers to Marvel’s next generation has already been felt across both comics and the MCU, particularly in releases like Thunderbolts* and the upcoming Age of Revelation arc, where young heroes take the lead in pivotal narratives. Wiccan: Witches’ Road is another key addition to Marvel’s push toward spotlighting its rising generation of characters.

Marvel’s Next Generation of Young Heroes Are More Important Than Ever (& Wiccan Proves It)

Luciano Vecchio Variant for Wiccan: Witches’ Road #1 (2025)

It’s important to clarify that Wiccan: Witches’ Road is far from just another title in Marvel’s ever-expanding lineup. The synopsis strongly suggests the series won’t be a self-contained story, as the dark and macabre journey awaiting Wiccan along the Witches’ Road is set to reshape the very magical fabric of the Marvel Universe itself.

This signals a major change for the Marvel Universe as a whole, especially for its magic users. Fans may be standing at the edge of a new, unknown era for how magic operates within Marvel’s world. With such a consequential shift on the horizon, Wiccan: Witches’ Road proves why audiences must prepare to embrace the rise of the Young Avengers.

While staples like Scarlet Witch, Iron Man, Captain America, and Wolverine will always hold a special place in fans’ hearts, Marvel’s biggest upcoming changes and most groundbreaking narratives are increasingly driven by younger heroes. Wiccan, in particular, seems positioned to become a central figure in this transformation, perhaps even emerging as Marvel’s most important magic user moving forward.

What Are the Creators of Wiccan: Witches’ Road Saying About the Series?

Russell Dauterman Variant for Wiccan: Witches’ Road #1 (2025)

In a statement shared by Marvel, writer Wyatt Kennedy commented: “It’s a real thrill to be able to take Billy in such an unexpected direction and put him out of his element, introducing a new villain and a surprising ally that I know fans have been wanting to see.”

Kennedy went on to say, “I’m really excited to dive deep into who Billy is as a single individual and explore what his title as Wiccan really means to both himself and the greater Marvel universe.” This confirms that Wiccan will play a consequential role across the Marvel Universe, expanding beyond his own storyline and influencing the larger magical landscape.

Marvel also shared comments from artist Andy Pereira, expressing his excitement for his Marvel Comics debut, calling it “living out a childhood dream.” Regarding the series, Pereira added, “I’m very happy that my debut is also Wiccan’s debut as a solo star, and the whole team and I are putting a lot of effort into making it the best it could be!”

The Return of Hulkling & Where Wiccan: Witches’ Road Falls Within Continuity

1:25 Germán Peralta Variant for Wiccan: Witches’ Road #1 (2025)

In addition to Wiccan returning to Marvel’s narratives, so will his best friend and boyfriend, Hulkling. While the series isn’t focused on romance, fans can still expect some standout Wiccan and Hulkling moments, especially with Kennedy noting, “getting the chance to write one of Marvel’s best couples is a joy.”

Pereira also shared his excitement about the couple, saying, “I’m so excited to be drawing Billy and Teddy, in their really cool designs, along with the atmosphere Wyatt is doing a great job at creating.” While fans eagerly anticipate Billy and Teddy’s return, many are wondering where Wiccan: Witches’ Road fits within Marvel continuity.

Witches’ Road picks up after Wiccan and Hulkling’s roles in Jonathan Hickman’s IMPERIAL, Marvel’s latest cosmic event filled with mystery, war, and a new galactic order. Hence, following their universe-shaping adventure, the two heroes return to Earth, setting the stage for Wiccan’s transformative journey down the Witches’ Road.

WICCAN: WITCHES’ ROAD #1 is available December 3, 2025, from Marvel Comics!

Source: CBR