Ideally, yes. Reading comics in sequence ensures you follow the story as the creators intended, with all the build-up and payoffs. However, if it's a stand-alone issue or you're just browsing, it might not matter as much.
Not necessarily. Sometimes you can get the gist even if you start in the middle, but reading in order gives a more comprehensive understanding.
Well, it's better to read comics in order. That way, you don't miss any crucial plot developments or character growth. But if you have prior knowledge of the story, jumping around might not be too confusing.
Yes, usually reading comics in order helps you follow the plot and character development better.
Not necessarily. Sometimes you can get the gist even if you don't read in order, but it's usually better to follow the sequence for a complete and coherent experience.
Not necessarily. Sometimes you can get a good grasp of the main plot without going through all the back issues.
To fully understand the Marvel Universe, you need to read the Marvel comics and movies, as well as various derivative works, including the origin comics of the Marvel Universe, the first volume of the Marvel comics, the Avengers, Iron Man, Spider-Man, Thor, Captain America, Black Widow, all the movies of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and their manga adaptation, etc. Marvel Comics had many different series and storylines, so you had to read them according to your interests and needs. If you like superhero stories, then Iron Man, Spiderman, Captain America, and the Avengers series might be more suitable. If you wanted to know more about the background and storyline of the Marvel Universe, then movies such as The Avengers and The Avengers 2: The Age of Ultron, as well as manga adapted works such as Infinite War and The Path of Infinite Gem were all good choices. Because there were many interconnected plots between Marvel comics and movies, the order of reading them was also particular. Generally speaking, it was recommended to read the manga first before watching the movie so as to better understand the plot and character development of the movie. The order of the Marvel comics and movies can also be understood by reading related books or watching movie guides.
It depends. If the story is complex and has many interwoven plotlines, watching the whole thing is advisable. But for simpler stories, you might get a decent understanding without seeing it all.
The time needed to fully understand a story depends on many factors. The style of writing, your reading speed, and the depth of the story all play a role. In general, it could range from a single afternoon for a light story to multiple sittings spread over a couple of weeks for a more challenging one.
It really depends on the complexity of the story. Some simple ones might only need a few minutes, while more complex ones could take hours.
Not necessarily. The Watchmen movie and TV adaptations can provide a decent understanding on their own, but reading the comics adds more depth and detail.
Not necessarily. You can enjoy them out of order and still get a lot of entertainment. But reading in order can give you a deeper understanding of the character's development and story arcs.
Not necessarily. You can still enjoy them out of order, but you might miss some character development and story connections.