STRANGE TALES #1 unleashes – a Halloween dice‑game gone wild in Manhattan

When a night of tabletop RPG fun with Nico, Karolina, Teddy and Billy goes sideways, goblins spill onto the streets and a dragon chases Nico through NYC. The first issue of Marvel’s new Strange Tales blends holiday mischief, witchcraft and real‑world peril.

Marvel’s latest Strange Tales launches with a fresh #1 that leans into October’s spooky vibe. Writer Jeremy Whitley and artist Bayleigh Underwood team up for a story that turns a casual board‑game session into a city‑wide nightmare.

The evening starts with Nico Minoru and her girlfriend Karolina Dean gathering friends Teddy Altman and Billy Kaplan for a round of RPG. A single roll summons goblins into reality, and the group vanishes one by one, leaving Nico sprinting across Manhattan with a literal dragon on her heels. Desperation drives her to the Scarlet Witch’s Last Door, where the two witches must untangle the cursed game before it ends in disaster.

Whitley’s humor‑infused script pairs perfectly with Underwood’s expressive line work, capturing both the frantic chase and the eerie magical atmosphere. The art’s bold colors and dynamic paneling give the dragon a palpable presence, while the intimate moments between Nico and Karolina keep the heart of the story grounded.

If you’re intrigued by Nico’s predicament, you might also enjoy revisiting Runaways, where the witch first earned her place among Marvel’s teen heroes. The mix of teenage camaraderie and supernatural stakes feels right at home alongside this new adventure.

Pick up Strange Tales #1 and see how a simple dice roll can rewrite a night in the city – the kind of twist that makes Halloween reading unforgettable.