One World Under Doom #6 Review

Written by: Ryan North
Art by: R.B. Silva
Colors by: David Curiel
Letters by: VC’s Travis Lanham
Cover art by: Ben Harvey (cover A)
Cover price: $4.99
Release date: August 6, 2025

One World Under Doom #6, by Marvel on 8/6/25, sees Reed Richards challenge Emperor Doom to a public debate, which Doom accepts while raising the stakes to include control of the entire planet.

First Impressions

This comic is a real letdown in the story department but an absolute showstopper when it comes to the art. The panels are stunning and dynamic, but the writing is a jumbled mess that makes the plot feel pointless.

Recap

In the previous issue, Dr. Doom survived a fierce battle with Dormammu. He used the conflict to unite Earth’s heroes behind him, and the world saw him as a hero. However, the end of the issue showed Maria Hill, who was thought to be injured or missing, confronting the heroes with the news that Doom was hiding a big secret. This left the heroes with a choice: trust Doom’s heroic actions or listen to Hill’s warning that he was hiding a dangerous truth.

Plot Analysis

The world has changed. Doom is now emperor, ruling the planet and claiming that his harsh methods have saved everyone. In the opening pages, we see reports about Doom’s achievements and his rising approval rating as his grip on Earth tightens. Reed Richards, also known as Mr. Fantastic, publicly challenges Doom to a live contest of wits, demanding a debate to justify Doom’s rule in front of the whole world. Doom, never one to walk away from a spotlight or a challenge, raises the stakes even higher. If Reed can out-argue him, Doom says he’ll step down from power.

The two geniuses face off in a broadcast seen around the globe. Reed brings up Doom’s role in the disastrous “Blood Hunt”, suggesting Doom could have prevented it but didn’t, letting countless people die. Doom brushes this off using history and emotional appeals, comparing his hard choices to those made by leaders like Churchill. Reed tries logic; Doom uses passion and charisma, determined to win over the world’s hearts and minds. Meanwhile, Maria Hill and a team of Avengers slip into Latveria under cover, exploiting a gap in Doom’s magical defenses while his attention is glued to the public debate.

Inside Latveria, Maria, Black Widow, Scarlet Witch, and Invisible Woman discover the ugly truth Doom has been hiding. The city is fake, cloaked by illusions. At its core sits a nightmarish structure powered by horrifying magic. They realize Doom has been using the life force of his own loyal citizens as the fuel for his spells, draining a million souls to create his “peace.” This gruesome engine is the secret behind Doom’s seemingly unstoppable magic and world domination. The team manages to send live footage of this atrocity to Reed in the middle of the debate.

The revelation shocks the world and disrupts the debate. Reed exposes Doom’s crimes on the air, accusing him of sacrificing innocent people for his own power. Doom doesn’t hide from the accusation, insisting the cost is justified for the greater good. He even claims he would do it all again for the world’s “peace” and “prosperity.” But Reed lands his final blow, asking Doom why he kept it all secret if it was truly right. Their signal is cut, leaving everyone on a cliffhanger. The story ends with the fallout from Doom’s secret still rolling across the globe, and Doom’s control more threatened than ever.

Story

The story of One World Under Doom #6 is where the issue falls apart. It completely bungles the big reveal that was teased at the end of the previous issue. Doom’s secret about “Blood Hunt” is handled without any of the tension or drama you’d expect. The information is simply dropped into the debate, making it feel less like a groundbreaking exposé and more like a flimsy debate tactic. Even worse, this plot point creates a huge inconsistency with previous issues, which established that Doom came to power through diplomacy, not a magical sacrifice. This makes his willingness to sacrifice his people seem pointless. The writing also fails to capitalize on the cliffhanger and instead just wraps it up in a single debate, which is a major letdown.

Art

The one thing this book gets right is the art. The visuals are consistently excellent. The pencils by R.B. Silva are detailed and expressive, and the colors by David Curiel pop off the page. The facial expressions are full of emotion, and the action is exciting, which helps carry the debate scenes. It’s a shame the story can’t match the visual quality, because every page is a masterpiece.

Characters

The characterization in this issue is a mixed bag. Reed Richards comes across as a bit naive, relying on logic and facts to win a debate that is clearly emotionally charged. His reliance on data makes him seem cold and out of touch. Dr. Doom is the real star of the show. He is cunning and manipulative, a master of public opinion who knows exactly how to turn a bad situation into a win.

Positives

The artwork in this issue is absolutely stellar. Every single page is a vibrant, detailed feast for the eyes. R.B. Silva’s pencils are sharp and expressive, capturing the intensity of the debate and the emotions on each character’s face. David Curiel’s colors bring the whole thing to life, making the historical flashback sequence and the modern-day debate equally engaging and dynamic. The art team manages to convey a sense of gravitas that the story itself often lacks.

Negatives

The story is where this comic completely fumbles. Maria Hill’s big cliffhanger at the end of issue #6 isn’t paid off because the information gained in this issue doesn’t come from Maria Hill. Ryan North uses the debate between Doom and Reed to tear down Earth’s heroes, spew conspiracy theories that sound like something scraped from a Reddit thread, and ultimately create a big “reveal” that loosely continues to paint Doom as an allegory for President Trump by gaining power through “throwing kids in cages.” The net effect is a turn in the event that feels unearned, inconsistent, and lazy.

About The Reviewer: Gabriel Hernandez is the Publisher & EIC of ComicalOpinions.com, a comics review site dedicated to indie, small, and mid-sized publishers.Follow @ComicalOpinions on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

Final Thoughts

One World Under Doom #6 is a tough pill to swallow. The art is fantastic, and the creative team really knows how to deliver a beautiful book. Unfortunately, the writing is a letdown. The story struggles with its own continuity and squanders a huge cliffhanger, which makes the whole thing feel like a missed opportunity. While the art earns it a high score, the confusing story elements drag it down.

5.5/10

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