*These covers are NOT available for regular open order*
Avengers #1 True Believers Blind Bags: Everything Collectors Need to Know About Marvel’s Newest Exclusive Variants
Marvel’s next era of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes begins November 4, 2026—and for collectors, Avengers #1 comes with an entirely different kind of chase.
A new Avengers team is assembling.
A superstar creative team is returning.
And Marvel is once again putting some highly collectible variant covers behind the mystery of its True Believers Blind Bag program.
When Avengers #1 arrives in comic shops on November 4, 2026, readers will be introduced to a dramatically transformed Marvel Universe following the events of Avengers: Armageddon. Written by Chip Zdarsky with art and covers by Marco Checchetto, the new series launches a bold new chapter for the Avengers.
But for collectors, there is another reason this issue deserves attention.
The Avengers #1 True Believers Blind Bags contain exclusive variant covers that are not available through regular open ordering.
That distinction is important—and it is exactly what makes these blind bags so interesting for collectors.
A New Era for the Avengers Begins
Marvel is describing Avengers #1 as the beginning of a trailblazing new era from superstar collaborators Chip Zdarsky and Marco Checchetto, who reunite for the series following the events of Avengers: Armageddon.
The Marvel Universe has been fundamentally reshaped, and the Avengers are being rebuilt in the aftermath.
Marvel's official synopsis teases a new group of Earth's Mightiest Heroes coming together to protect a world that has been dramatically changed.
Among the announced members are:
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Spider-Man
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Wolverine
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Captain Marvel
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Daredevil
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Luke Cage
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[REDACTED]
That final member remains a mystery, giving readers another reason to find out what happens when the new Avengers officially assemble.
The story follows the events of Avengers: Armageddon, making Avengers #1 an important jumping-on point for readers who want to experience the next chapter of Marvel's flagship superhero team.
Industry coverage confirms that the series spins directly out of the five-issue Avengers: Armageddon limited series and establishes a new status quo for Earth's Mightiest Heroes.
What Makes the True Believers Blind Bag Different?
This is where collectors need to pay close attention.
Marvel's True Believers Blind Bag is not simply another way to purchase the regular Avengers #1 covers.
Instead, the blind bags are specifically being used for exclusive variant covers that are not available for regular open ordering.
That means the standard Avengers #1 main cover and the regular open-order variants are not included inside the True Believers Blind Bags.
Instead, each sealed blind bag contains one of a specially selected group of exclusive Avengers #1 covers.
For collectors, this creates an entirely different experience.
You don't know which cover is inside the sealed bag until it is opened.
And while several of the possible covers have already been revealed, Marvel is also keeping some surprises in reserve.
Avengers #1 True Believers Blind Bag Exclusive Covers
According to Marvel's solicitation information, each Avengers #1 True Believers Blind Bag can contain one of the following exclusive variants:
David Nakayama Color Block Blue Wraparound Variant
A Color Block Blue Wraparound Variant Cover by David Nakayama is one of the exclusive covers collectors can find inside the blind bags.
David Nakayama Color Block White Wraparound Variant
Collectors can also chase a second Nakayama design featuring the Color Block White Wraparound Variant Cover.
Having two different color-block wraparound designs from Nakayama adds another layer to the chase for collectors attempting to assemble the complete blind-bag lineup.
Clayton Crain Foil Variant
One of the standout additions to the assortment is a Foil Variant Cover by Clayton Crain.
Crain's work has become particularly recognizable among modern comic collectors, and the foil treatment gives this particular blind-bag exclusive another collectible element.
Adi Granov Variant
The blind bags will also include a Variant Cover by Adi Granov, giving collectors another opportunity to add the acclaimed artist's take on the new Avengers lineup to their collection.
Alex Maleev Variant
A Variant Cover by Alex Maleev is also part of the exclusive assortment.
Maleev's distinctive artistic style makes this another cover that should attract collectors who follow individual comic artists as closely as they follow characters and storylines.
Alan Davis Variant
The lineup continues with a Variant Cover by Alan Davis.
Davis is a longtime fan-favorite comic artist whose work across Marvel has made him a particularly recognizable name among collectors.
Peach Momoko Variant
The blind-bag lineup also features a Variant Cover by Peach Momoko.
Momoko has become one of the most prominent names in modern comic-cover art, making her inclusion another major attraction for collectors interested in contemporary variant covers.
Simone Bianchi Variant
Collectors can also chase a Variant Cover by Simone Bianchi.
The Bianchi cover is another artist-driven addition to an already impressive lineup of creators contributing to Avengers #1.
Artgerm Virgin Variant
Perhaps one of the biggest artist names in the assortment is Artgerm, with a special Virgin Variant Cover.
Unlike a traditional comic cover, a virgin variant removes the standard trade dress, allowing more of the artwork itself to take center stage.
For collectors who specifically seek Artgerm's work, this is one of the blind-bag covers worth watching.
Marvel Studios Avengers: Doomsday Variant
The blind bags will also feature a Marvel Studios Avengers: Doomsday Variant Cover.
That connection gives the assortment another layer of appeal for fans who collect across both Marvel Comics and the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Blank Variant Cover
A Blank Variant Cover is also part of the blind-bag assortment.
Blank covers can be particularly interesting for collectors who use them for sketches, commissions, signatures, or custom artwork.
And Then There Are the Sketch Covers...
This is where the blind-bag concept becomes even more intriguing.
Marvel has confirmed that collectors should also be on the lookout for rare, hand-drawn, one-of-a-kind sketch covers from surprise contributors.
These aren't simply another predetermined printed variant.
They are potentially unique pieces of comic-book art.
And because Marvel describes these as rare surprise-contributor sketch covers, collectors won't know exactly what unexpected artwork may appear within the assortment.
The Most Important Thing to Understand: These Aren't Open-Order Variants
If you're collecting Avengers #1, this distinction is worth repeating.
The True Believers Blind Bag covers are not the same thing as the regular Avengers #1 variants available through open ordering.
Marvel's solicitation specifically states that the main cover and regular open-order variants cannot be found inside the True Believers Blind Bags.
Instead, the blind bags contain their own exclusive assortment.
The currently announced regular Avengers #1 lineup includes covers from creators such as Chip Zdarsky, Kaare Andrews, Ryan Stegman, Jim Cheung, Julian Totino Tedesco, Mr. Garcin, Skottie Young, Artgerm, Rose Besch, and David Nakayama, alongside the main Marco Checchetto cover.
Those regular covers should not be confused with the exclusive True Believers Blind Bag covers.
That separation is one of the most important aspects of the release for collectors.
Why Blind Bags Are So Interesting to Comic Collectors
Blind bags introduce an element that traditional comic ordering doesn't always provide:
The chase.
When a collector orders a standard open-order variant, they know exactly which cover they're purchasing.
With a True Believers Blind Bag, the cover is hidden.
You know the possible variants.
You don't know which one you'll receive.
That creates the possibility of pulling a favorite artist, a sought-after virgin cover, a foil edition, or even one of the extremely rare hand-drawn sketch covers.
It also makes opening the package part of the collecting experience.
For some collectors, that mystery is half the fun.
Avengers #1 Has an Impressive Creative Team Behind It
The appeal of this launch doesn't rest solely on its variants.
The book itself brings together two major creators.
Chip Zdarsky serves as writer, while Marco Checchetto provides the interior art and main cover.
The pair previously worked together on acclaimed Marvel material, and their reunion for a new Avengers era gives the launch additional significance.
With the Marvel Universe emerging from Avengers: Armageddon in a radically altered state, this isn't simply another Avengers #1.
It represents a new starting point for one of Marvel's most important franchises.
A New Avengers Team for a Changed Marvel Universe
Marvel's description of the new series repeatedly emphasizes the idea that this isn't the same world the Avengers left behind.
The events of Avengers: Armageddon have rewritten the status quo.
The heroes assembling now aren't simply stepping into another routine Avengers adventure.
They're attempting to protect a world that has been fundamentally transformed—and one that may have more reason than ever not to trust them.
That gives the new series a particularly interesting foundation.
Spider-Man, Wolverine, Captain Marvel, Daredevil and Luke Cage bring very different histories, personalities and relationships to the team.
And Marvel is deliberately keeping one member of the new lineup hidden for now.
That mystery alone gives Avengers #1 another major story hook heading into its November release.
Why Collectors Should Be Watching Avengers #1
There are several different reasons collectors may want to keep Avengers #1 on their radar.
First, it's a new Avengers #1.
Number-one issues have always held a special place in comic collecting, particularly when they launch a new creative direction.
Second, Zdarsky and Checchetto are reuniting.
That gives the series a recognizable creative identity from the beginning.
Third, the issue follows Avengers: Armageddon.
The events leading into the series are changing the Marvel Universe and establishing the foundation for this new team.
And fourth, the True Believers Blind Bag creates an entirely separate collectible chase.
The blind bags aren't simply another packaging option for the standard covers.
They contain their own exclusive covers—including several major artists and the possibility of rare hand-drawn sketch covers.
The Avengers #1 Blind Bag Checklist
For collectors who want to keep track of the currently announced assortment, here's the checklist:
AVENGERS #1 TRUE BELIEVERS BLIND BAG EXCLUSIVES
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David Nakayama — Color Block Blue Wraparound Variant
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David Nakayama — Color Block White Wraparound Variant
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Clayton Crain — Foil Variant
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Adi Granov — Variant
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Alex Maleev — Variant
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Alan Davis — Variant
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Peach Momoko — Variant
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Simone Bianchi — Variant
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Artgerm — Virgin Variant
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Marvel Studios Avengers: Doomsday Variant
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Blank Variant
And remember: Marvel has indicated that additional surprise sketch covers can appear beyond the announced printed assortment.
When Does Avengers #1 Release?
Avengers #1 is scheduled to arrive in comic shops on November 4, 2026.
The True Believers Blind Bag will be available alongside the launch.
Because these are sealed blind bags containing exclusive variants, collectors should expect the contents to remain unknown until the individual bag is opened.
For anyone trying to build a complete Avengers #1 variant collection, the blind bags add an entirely different layer to the release.
The Bottom Line for Collectors
Avengers #1 already has plenty going for it.
A new Avengers lineup.
A dramatically changed Marvel Universe.
A reunion between Chip Zdarsky and Marco Checchetto.
A mystery member of the team.
And an extensive selection of regular and incentive-style variants.
But the True Believers Blind Bag gives collectors something the standard Avengers #1 release doesn't:
exclusive covers that aren't available through regular open ordering, plus the possibility of pulling something genuinely unexpected.
From Nakayama's color-block wraparounds and Clayton Crain's foil cover to Peach Momoko, Adi Granov, Alex Maleev, Alan Davis, Simone Bianchi and Artgerm, the announced lineup gives collectors plenty of reasons to chase the assortment.
And then there are those rare, hand-drawn sketch covers.
Those are the wild cards.
You know they exist.
You know they are rare.
But you don't know exactly what you'll find.
That's what makes a blind bag a blind bag.
Ready to Start the Chase?
Avengers #1 True Believers Blind Bags are scheduled for release November 4, 2026.
If you're looking to get in on the new Avengers era from the beginning—or you're specifically hunting for the exclusive True Believers covers—keep an eye on Countdown Comics for availability and preorder information.
One bag. One mystery cover. One chance to discover which Avengers #1 exclusive is waiting inside.
Cover assignments, contents, contributors, and release information are subject to change by Marvel Comics. The currently announced blind-bag lineup is based on publisher information available at the time of publication.