Adam Warlock Reading Order

This reading order is designed to give an outline of major storylines featuring Adam Warlock throughout Marvel Comics. It may not encompass every one of his appearances but is an outline of the major ones and the stories that affect them.

The continuity details relating to each specific storyline are explained in the “Review” of each storyline. Every “Review” link will provide a detailed continuity breakdown of that story and will explain any reference the story makes to other aspects of the DC Universe. All of this can be found under the “Continuity” section of each link.

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Silver Age

Adam Warlock was introduced in the Silver Age, where he is primarily referred to as “Him”. He does not have any appearances prior to this point.

This era features the first few appearances of Adam Warlock. His role in the Fantastic Four series explains the unique circumstances behind his “birth” and shows his origin story. Then, his role in the Thor series details some of his first actions in life.