Death of the Silver Surfer #1
Illustrated by: Sumit Kumar
Written by: Greg Pak
Marvel Comics
2025
SILVER SURFER’S FINAL VOYAGE?! The SILVER SURFER returns to defend a war-ravaged Earth, but Norrin has a galaxy-sized target on his back. A new enemy will stop at nothing to steal away everything the Surfer is or ever will be. A single human life may be all that decides the Surfer’s salvation…or damnation. If the Surfer falls, who then wields the awesome Power Cosmic? And what of the Surfer’s old master, Galactus, Devourer of Worlds?! Guest-starring: The Fantastic Four! GREG PAK (PLANET HULK, DARTH VADER) pens the Sentinel of the Spaceway’s next tragic epic with superstar illustrator SUMIT KUMAR (WEB OF SPIDER-VERSE, SPIDER-MAN: BLACK SUIT & BLOOD)!
It’s easy to roll your eyes at another “death of” comic. Most of them feel like empty stunts. But Death of the Silver Surfer #1 sets itself apart by doing what few of those stories manage: it slows down, digs deep, and asks real questions about what it means to exist, to serve, and to fade away.
The Silver Surfer returns to Earth after it’s been torn apart by war, but peace isn’t what greets him. A strange new force is hunting him across the stars, and it doesn’t just want to end his life—it wants to strip away everything he’s ever been. In the middle of it all, one fragile human life becomes the line between redemption and total ruin. And somewhere in the background, old powers—possibly even Galactus himself—loom like ghosts waiting to reclaim their influence.
Writer Greg Pak brings a thoughtful, weighty voice to the character. He understands the Silver Surfer isn’t just a cosmic powerhouse—he’s a man haunted by the cost of his past. This first issue doesn’t rush to impress with explosions or fan service. Instead, it takes its time. It lets the tension breathe. It leans into the loneliness and awe of space, and it gives Norrin Radd a quiet dignity.
Sumit Kumar’s art is a perfect fit. The linework feels fluid and dreamlike, but never soft. Action scenes crackle, but it’s the quieter panels—those small, solitary moments—that really land. He brings a sense of scale to the story without losing the human element. You can feel the distance between stars and also the weight of one man’s choices.
That said, this isn’t a perfect launch. Some of the supporting characters don’t get much room to grow, and the pacing can feel like it’s holding back just a bit too much. It’s a slow burn, clearly meant as the opening chapter to a larger tragedy.
Still, the pieces are in place for something powerful. If you’re looking for a loud, explosive comic, this might not be your thing. But if you’ve ever been drawn to the more poetic, philosophical side of superhero stories, this debut is absolutely worth your time.
It’s not just about death. It’s about meaning. And that’s what makes it matter.
Death of the Silver Surfer Delivers a Cosmic Gut Punch
Death of the Silver Surfer begins with a quiet, emotional tale about legacy, purpose, and cosmic consequences. Greg Pak and Sumit Kumar craft a reflective, beautifully illustrated story that favors depth over spectacle and sets the stage for a powerful farewell.
Beam Me Up Scotty
Born and raised in the city of Miami. Lifelong pro wrestling fan. Been deep in the 'zine scene since ’84, interviewing locals, Hardcore, Punk, and Metal bands. Spent 26 years in the comic book biz and still obsessed with all things pop culture—Mego, Micronauts, Shogun Warriors, Die-Cast Metal Super Robots, you name it. I can go on about comic books and bad movies all day.
