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FIRST LOOK: SEVEN WIVES #1 (IDW CRIME)
IDW Publishing is launching a new crime imprint called IDW Crime and the first series from this imprint is upon us! Seven Wives is a murder mystery about a controversial religious figure who is murdered at the pulpit. Now, detectives have to figure out who killed him by investigating his seven wives and oldest son. This new series launches on May 20th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday April 13th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
TMNT: CASEY JONES #6 (IDW Publishing)
The final issue of this mini-series is here, and the fate of Casey Jones hangs in the balance. As he is being hunted by Jack Marlin and his rich friends, that’s not the only threat he faces as he can’t trust what Ludovic will do. Can Casey save Solly and himself from the hunters and the psychotic mutant?
BABS: THE BLACK ROAD SOUTH #3 (Ahoy Comics)
Babs, Izzy, Culpepper, Lilith, and the rest of the expedition are making their way down the Black Road South. As the road becomes snowier, the threats are hiding everywhere. Can the group stay together and make it further down the road or will they meet their demise?
NOVA: CENTURION #6 (MARVEL COMICS)
Camille has been keeping a secret.
She has been harboring a creature inside her. Being a part of Nova’s crew, she’s been finding a way to keep the beast at bay. When the Kree-Skrull War family come looking for debt collection, this unlocks the monster within. Nova makes a gamble to stop this creature from destroying the galaxy. Can he save his crewmate in the process?
JSA #18 (DC COMICS)
A society is born!
The Ultra Humanite has been revealed as the mastermind behind many devious actions. Every move has been met with opposition form the greatest heroes of the 1940’s. Alan Scott took the fight to the mad genius. Joined by other heroes, they walked into a trap. An explosion looks to have taken everyone out. Once the smoke clears, the quest for Justice proves tougher to kill than the Humanite thought.
LOGAN: BLACK, WHITE & BLOOD #4 (MARVEL COMICS)
No matter where in the Marvel Universe, everyone has a Logan story.
In this final installment, his path of rage takes him to three unique time periods. Some are familiar places. Others are far beyond comprehension. It shows the impact that WOLVERINE delivers wherever he is.
Ghost Machine: The Official Guidebook #1 (GHOST MACHINE/IMAGE COMICS)
Readers can never ask for a better jump on point than a guide book.
Marvel has had them in the past with their “Official Handbook”. DC also gave fans a literal “Who’s Who” series. Both had the same goal in mind. If anyone want to know the facts on their favorite characters, these were your go-to’s
DAREDEVIL #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
Some things are certain: Death, Taxes and drama in Matt Murdock’s life.
Settling in as professor at Empire State University, the polarizing lawyer is taking a new approach to his daytime work. Is it too good to be true? As far as being the Guardian of Hell’s Kitchen, it’s business as usual. A new player named The Omen is on the scene. Dead bodies have been racking up and Matt’s name is on the hit list!
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLDS FINEST #50 (DC COMICS)
A legacy unmatched.
Throughout the course of pop culture history, Batman and Superman have teamed up to thrill readers with extraordinary adventures. Their latest conflict looks to unlock some secrets behind their internal thoughts and dreams.
TMNT x GODZILLA #5 (IDW Publishing)
The finale to this epic and huge crossover event is finally upon us. The Shredder’s final battle with the King of the Monsters is here and does not disappoint. Who will win the day and will our Heroes in a Half-Shell finally be able to team up with Godzilla?
POISON IVY #43 (DC COMICS)
Heavy is the crown for Gotham City’s new mayor.
Pamela Isley has been sworn into office. Maneuvering the political landscape is one thing. Dealing with a police commissioner like Vandal Savage is another. Let’s not forget about a public relationship with one Harley Quinn.
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #18 (DC COMICS)
In the wake of “The Battle Of Kansas”, there is some unfinished business.
Lois Lane is looking for payback. Talia Al Ghul is trying to bring back her father to his natural ruthless state. All the while, something is luring in the shadows that will shake everything up in the Absolute Universe.
BATMAN/STATIC BEYOND #5 (DC COMICS)
The search for Shutdown has pushed Batman and Static into dangerous territory.
In trying to restore power from the Global Blackout, the pair is now in the crosshairs of another fight altogether. Cadmus agents have arrived to arrest Static. It’s a safe bet he’s not going to be surrendering quietly, nor should he. Time is slipping further away. More people are going to get hurt if he fails.
Venom #256 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 256th issue of Venom from Marvel Comics!
GODZILLA #9 (IDW Publishing)
The G-Force USA Team must split up to try and slow down the stampede of Kaiju. This distraction only has to last long enough so they can dispatch their secret weapon, the Godzilla infused Jacen. Will Jacen make it there in time, and will he be able to keep the spirit of Godzilla under control?
ROYALS #1 (IMAGE COMICS)
The Wahng Brothers share a special ability; they can communicate telepathically no matter what the distance. However, instead of using this ability for good, the brothers use it to scam people. Now they are trying to scam a high stakes poker league. Unfortunately for them some of the other players may be criminals that don’t like to be scammed.
BIZARRO: YEAR NONE #1 (DC COMICS)
In all of comics, it is tough to be one of a kind.
For one Superman rogue, he is the exception to the rule. A polarizing version of the Man of Tomorrow. What he lacks in smarts, he more than makes up in brute strength. An unconventional soul to say the least.
BATMAN #8 (DC COMICS)
Gotham City no longer belongs to the Dark Knight.
Vandal Savage has made it his brutal kingdom. Since assuming control as the GCPD Commissioner, he has unleashed a wave of terror onto Batman. Wayne Manor is his new home. Any allies of Batman are considered targets. With pressure mounting, Batman does something rarely seen.
Gargoyles/Darkwing Duck #4 (Dynamite Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 4th issue of Gargoyles/Darkwing Duck from Dynamite Comics!
SPEED RACER #7 (Mad Cave Studios)
The rivalry between Carl Cranem and Speed Racer comes to a fiery conclusion. Cranem may be set on taking down the Racer family, but Speed will show that family is more important than anything. Which racer will come out on top and continue their journey to the championship?