Winter Soldier #1 (2012)

Marvel · 2012

WHY THIS ISSUE IS KEY

Launch of Bucky's first Winter Soldier solo ongoing series.

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ISSUE GUIDE

Why this comic matters

This opening chapter gives Bucky Barnes room to carry the story on their own terms, establishing the supporting cast, immediate threats and tone of a new era. It works as a starting point for the run while setting up conflicts that can develop beyond a single issue.

KEY FACTS

Key issue facts

PublisherMarvel

Publication year2012

Key classificationMinor Key

CharactersBucky Barnes

COLLECTOR CONTEXT

Collector significance

As a minor key, the issue is included for a meaningful character, story or continuity milestone rather than being presented as a top-tier first appearance. Collector interest can vary significantly by printing, edition, condition and grade, so this guide does not assign a market value.

CHARACTERS

Characters connected to this issue

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MOVIE CONNECTIONS

How this issue connects to the movies

The movie guides below are connected through Bucky Barnes. They are discovery links between the comic and film sections of SLABS N' STACKS; inclusion here does not by itself mean a film directly adapts this specific issue.