Welcome back to Only Comics! We are kicking off 2026 by dissecting the biggest "what ifs" and future leaks in the comic book world. First up, we settle the debate: In a fight between Spider-Man and Wolverine, who actually walks away the winner? The answer might surprise the die-hard Logan fans.

Then, we break down the heartbreaking reveal from Ryan Coogler about the Black Panther: Wakanda Forever that could have been. We’re talking T’Challa, a father-son ritual, and a massive war with Namor that was scrapped—and honestly, it sounds way better than what we got.

We also go deep on the latest Avengers: Doomsday teasers. Why is Thor praying to Odin before battle? Is Jean Grey confirmed dead in the MCU? Plus, Mike starts his massive MCU Timeline Rewatch with Captain America: The First Avenger, and Adrian drops a Hidden Gem on DC’s Mother Box technology that proves it's more than just a glorified iPhone.

Finally, we jump into the reality-warping madness of House of M (Issues 1-4) in our "Read a Comic" segment. It’s a packed episode to start the year right. Let’s get into it!

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0:00 - Intro: Spider-Man vs. Wolverine

05:21 - Happy New Year & 2025 Recap

16:20 - Doomsday Leaks: Thor, X-Men & Doom

30:35 - Spider-Man vs. Wolverine: The Verdict

38:00 - Wonder Man Trailer Reaction

48:25 - Netflix & The 17-Day Theater Release

55:20 - The LOST Black Panther 2 Script (T'Challa vs. Namor)

00:59:55 - Will Smith Lawsuit News

01:07:25 - Thumbs Up or Thumbs Down

01:14:00 - The Road to Avengers Doomsday MCU Rewatch: Captain America The First Avenger

01:36:15 - The Road to Secret Wars: House of M 1-4

01:54:15 - We Respond

02:18:00 - Hidden Gem

02:30:30 - Agree to Disagree