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RADIANT BLACK #41 (IMAGE COMICS/MASSIVE-VERSE)
The Franklin Group has been tightening its’ hold on Chicago.
Jack Marlow’s moves have enforced a tyrannical rule over the Windy City. This has affected Marshall Ward in a very unique way. His girlfriend has been captured as a part of raids. This lit a fire underneath Ward but Horizon has been there to match him every step of the way.
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #19 (DC COMICS)
Gotham City has a new face of fear roaming its’ streets.
The Joker has unleashed ARK M’s resident expert on psychology to handle the Absolute Dark Knight. This Bruce Wayne has overcome many obstacles in his short crime fighting career. Is he ready to face what secrets lie within?
LOBO #2 (DC COMICS)
Lobo….A Reality TV Star?!
He has seen his fair share of bounties come across his path. This one might take the cake. The Last Czarnian is made an offer to become the star of his own show by O.O.E.C. Who wouldn’t tune into the exploits of “The Main Man”?
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero – Sssilent Missions: ZARTAN #1 (IMAGE COMICS/SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT)
In 1983, Marvel Comics released G.I. Joe #21 by Larry Hama. The issue was entitled “Silent Interlude”. It is legendary not because its’ the first appearance of Storm Shadow.The Snake-Eyes driven story stood out for another reason.
The story had no dialogue.
DEATHSTROKE: THE TERMINATOR #2 (DC COMICS)
Wintergreen is Dead.
The longtime friend and ally of Slade Wilson has been murdered. Someone is attacking Wilson on all fronts. His resources. All of his money. Everything is gone.
END OF LIFE #3 (DC COMICS)
Eddie Stallion is a $%^-up.
He was part of a robbery that hit The Raven, the head of the Menagerie. Stallion has a HUGE target on his back and there’s no honor among assassins here. He went back to his home to hide. One problem with this plan. George Stallion -his father is dying of Cancer.
G.I. JOE #21 (IMAGE COMICS/SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT)
It has been a minute since fans saw one Shana O’Hare grace the Energon Universe.
Last time readers saw Scarlett, she was going on a mission to find Jinx. This led to her involvement with The Arashikage. It also brought one of the most notorious characters of G.I. Joe lore into the EU. His name is STORM SHADOW!
BATWOMAN #2 (DC COMICS)
Kate Kane has her work cut out for her.
Batwoman has been dealing with some internal issues. On the recommendation of her cousin Bruce Wayne, she finds herself in the care of Dr. Sidaris. It’s too bad that trouble has found her while she’s healing. A mysterious cult is trying to run amuck in Petalon, Greece. Their manipulations have struck a chord with Kane. They have no idea who they just picked a fight with!
THE WHISPER WAR #3 (COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS)
Can Axel Jindari trust anyone, let alone himself.
When he discovers that HE is the “victim” of a vicious slaying, many questions are raised. Even worse when he is the one investigating the deceased. Seeva Dessin brought him into the case, but was Jindari ready for the “truth” about his new partner
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero – Sssilent Missions: Crimson Guard #1 (IMAGE COMICS/SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT)
In 1983, Marvel Comics released G.I. Joe #21 by Larry Hama. The issue was entitled “Silent Interlude”. It is legendary not because its’ the first appearance of Storm Shadow.The Snake-Eyes driven story stood out for another reason.
The story had no dialogue.
SOMETHING IS KILLING THE CHILDREN #46 (BOOM! STUDIOS)
December 2025 was the last time fans caught up on The Valmont Mountain House case in one of Comics’ best series.
Young Erica Slaughter has been flying on her own trying to solve this assignment. Her mentor Jessica has had personal struggles to deal with. It has led to a massive wedge between them.
BLEEDING HEARTS #3 (DC COMICS)
Poke is going through changes.
The “normal” zombie has developed a problem. His undead heart started beating again. Regaining feelings is something very out of the ordinary in this world. This never becomes more evident when he confronts Cara and Rabbit.
THE NICE HOUSE BY THE SEA #9 (DC COMICS)
With the end of the world on the line, no one is playing fair.
Two houses of survivors look to survive a deadly game. One has just gotten the upper hand. Walter’s group is captured and on the verge of being eliminated. It will take a miracle to escape this certain fate. That miracle doesn’t look like its’ arriving anytime soon.
THE FURY OF FIRESTORM #1 (DC COMICS)
No one man should have the powers of a god.
In the case of Firestorm, that has always been a merging of two into one powerful being. This has always come with its’ fair share of mystery but the current situation takes it all.
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.
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.
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.
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.
THE PERIL OF THE BRUTAL DARK: AN EZRA CAIN MYSTERY #2 (DC COMICS)
Ezra Cain is a private investigator trying to make it in 1941.
The Museum of Natural History have put him on the case looking for a powerful artifact. An anvil of immense power is missing. In the wrong hands, the result can be catastrophic. Cain is also asked to find out what happened to Karl Meyer.