VENOM #260 — Al Ewing and Carlos Gomez unravel the secrets of Dylan’s past and future
Dylan Brock survived Carnage by asking the ultimate questions. Now, the answers he received are arriving in full force. Al Ewing and Carlos Gomez deliver a mind-bending issue where the past collides with a terrifying future.
There is a specific kind of magic that happens when a writer decides to tear apart the timeline, and Al Ewing has been weaving those threads with incredible precision. With VENOM #260, we aren't just looking at the next chapter in Dylan Brock's journey; we're looking at the moment where all the foreshadowing finally snaps tight. If you've been tracking Dylan's evolution from the young host to the current symbiote-bound hero, this issue is the pivot point that recontextualizes everything that came before.
The setup is as heavy as it is intriguing. Several months ago, Dylan faced Carnage and survived in a way that defied simple resurrection. He was granted an audience with the Eventuality—a mysterious, ultimate iteration of his father, Eddie Brock. In that moment, Dylan asked five questions. He received five answers. What those answers were remains a closely guarded secret, but the consequence is clear: the future that was hinted at has now arrived on his doorstep.
Carlos Gomez’s art brings a visceral weight to this narrative. His line work captures the grotesque beauty of the symbiote world while grounding Dylan in a very human struggle. You can feel the tension in the panels as Dylan confronts the reality of his choices. Gomez understands the duality of the character—showing the monstrous power of the suit alongside the fragile humanity of the man inside. It’s a visual feast that pulls you into the horror and the heart of the story simultaneously.
This is the issue where the pieces fall into place, and it is thrilling to watch them do so. Ewing has built a foundation of mystery and emotional resonance, and now he is letting us see the structure. For anyone who loves comics that treat their legacy characters with both respect and bold innovation, this is a must-read. It’s not just about surviving the villain; it’s about surviving the truth.
Keep an eye on the variant covers here, too. Gomez’s artwork is so distinct that even the alternate versions feel like they belong in this specific timeline. And if you haven’t caught up on the earlier issues in this run, now is the perfect time to dive in. The world of Venom is deep, and this issue is the gateway to its darkest, most compelling depths.