Secret Empire #[nn]

Captain America's shield dominates the cover of this 2017 Marvel event title, its familiar red, white, and blue design rendered with quiet menace against a stark crimson background — a potent visual reminder that the most trusted symbol in the Marvel Universe has been turned against the world it once protected. The tagline "Cap's Secret Is Out — Now His Empire Will Rise!" sets an ominous tone, promising high stakes for heroes and villains alike. Mark Brooks delivers a striking, minimalist cover that makes the shield itself feel like a threat, a fitting entry point into Nick Spencer's sprawling Secret Empire saga.