Nocterra Comic Reading Order

Nocterra, by writer Scott Snyder, is a unique Image Comics series with an equally unique premise. It centers around a world where the sun has disappeared and the entire world is bathed in everlasting night. In this world, Valentina “Val” Riggs and her compatriots are tasked with handling transit from one beacon of light to another. Along the way, they have to deal with deadly monsters, evil people, and a plot that will affect the survival of the entire world.

If you’re interested in this series, you’re in the right place. This Nocterra Comic Reading Order will show you exactly how to read the Nocterra comic series. It will explain the order of the series and where the tie-in comics fit in.

Nocterra Comic Reading Order

For the most part, the Nocterra series is pretty straightforward. There are 16 regular issues of the series that just need to be read in order, from #1 to #16. However, there are a few one-shots here and there. These dive into the history of specific characters and reveal information that is not discussed in the regular issues.

Nocterra Comic Reading Order FAQ

Is Nocterra Worth Reading?

Nocterra is worth reading if you're interested in the premise of the story and are a fan of over-the-top action. However, it does have its fair share of flaws. See our quick review of the full series here to see more details.

Are the Nocterra One-Shots Necessary?

Technically, you could read the entire Nocterra series without reading any of the one-shots. If you do this, you'd still get the vast majority of the storyline.

However, the one-shots provide deep dives into the history of specific characters. If you skip them, you'll miss out on learning some of this backstory.

Does Nocterra Have a Sequel?

No, right now, Nocterra is an independent comic series.

How Can I Read the Nocterra Series?

The easiest way to read the full Nocterra series is through the trade paperbacks that collect the entire series. All you have to do is read Nocterra Vol. 1: Full Throttle Dark, Nocterra Vol. 2: Pedal to the Metal, and Nocterra Vol. 3: No Breaks. You can purchase these individually or you can read them on Hoopla (wondering what Hoopla is? Find out here), as all of the collections are on Hoopla (at the time this article was published).