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KING SPAWN #55 (IMAGE COMICS/TODD MCFARLANE PRODUCTIONS)
A new era has arrived in the Spawn Universe, and the official kickoff has arrived. Matthew Rosenberg has taken over as the writer of Spawn & King Spawn and all bets are off. We kick off by finding out more about Hudson Hill and his mission to save the world. But in this new world without God and the Devil, is there anything worth saving?
IS TED OK? #4 (Mad Cave Studios)
It’s time to take a walk on the strange side and catch up with everyone’s favorite odd ball. Ted and Sarah are freaked out after Ted was shot in the face and lived. Now, they seek answers from a former Ayn-Styne employee. What they find out changes everything we thought we knew.
PRETTY HATE MACHINE #2 (Mad Cave Studios)
As Thomas continues to struggle with his father’s death, he is paling around with Luther a Demon, or is he? As the murderous Luther influences Thomas and his actions, it becomes noticeable to those around him. Will Thomas take out his rage on his mother and uncle like Luther wants, or will someone else be taken out?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #3 (IDW DARK)
Terri is still trying to get Mia and herself to safety while it is raining so their movements aren’t heard by the aliens. But what happens when the rain stops? Can the town continue to survive, or will more victims be added to the body count?
THE INFERNAL HULK #7 (MARVEL COMICS)
The Age of Monsters marches forward and the fight is even brought to the X-Men. As the Hulk continues to takeover the United States he tries to enlist the help of the X-Men. Will his methods work out, or will he just bring another adversary against him?
VOID RIVALS #30 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
The end of the Quintesson War is finally upon us, and the world of Void Rivals will never be the same. As the Agorrian’s and Zertonian’s make their final stand, will it be enough to defeat the Quintesson’s? More importantly, how will the events of this war impact the Energon Universe as a whole?
HORNSBY & HALO #0 (ghost machine/image comics)
Since Zach & Rose have chosen to keep their respective powers, they are both experiencing some, let’s just say side effects. How will they navigate these side effects, well also juggling the shocking news they find out?
DOOMQUEST #1 (MARVEL COMICS)
Dr. Doom is on a quest, but should you be on a quest to the comic shop? There’s only one way to find out!
EXQUISITE CORPSES #13 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
After some interesting rules lawyering, we are now finally down to the final two. Laura holding the gun and representing Massachusetts and Audrey holding the sword representing New York. One of the two citizens who have been thrust into this game for survival will win and live, well one will die. The toll has been heavy, but never with this amount of emotions on the line.
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA #4 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
The thrilling conclusion of this rendition of the timeless horror classic is upon us. As the “Ghost” has taken Christine to his unground lair. It is up to Inspector Dubert to save her and bring the “Ghost” to justice. Will the “Ghost” face the music of the night, or will Christine pass the point of no return?
X-MEN #30 (MARVEL COMICS)
We have arrived at the final issue of the Danger Room run and all bets are off. The X-Men make their final push to try and bounce back from the calculated attacks from the Danger Room. Will the X-Men pass the test and take down this threat, or will the Danger Room accomplish their goal and the demise of the X-Men?
CAPES #7 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
This issue follows one of the best and most highly rated superheroes, Bolt. He may have hit a rough patch, but it’s how one perseveres that makes them the best. Plus, we are introduced to a brand-new hero, Ella Mental! Not to mention a new writer on the series, and the table is set for excitement!
FLORIDA HIPPOPOTAMUS COCAINE MASSACRE #4 (Mad Cave Studios)
We have come to the conclusion of the craziest story ever told or is it just the beginning? As Miguel and Nebraska close in on Discau, they face a final stand. If you thought this coke filled fever dream was wild before, you haven’t seen anything yet!
CORPSE KNIGHT #2 (IMAGE COMICS)
As Foy deals with what her father has become, she must figure out what makes him tick, well keeping him safe from himself and others. Her only hope is to find Joan of Arc and pray she can save her dad. However, the road to this savior is going to be trying and hard.
THE ROCKETEER: THE ISLAND #3 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Cliff, Goose, and TinTin are looking for Betty and Miss Payne on this Island that time has forgotten. They must dodge the natives, dinosaurs, and of course the king of the island, Kong. Will our rescue team be able to save the ladies or will they stumble on to something much larger?
KILL ALL IMMORTALS II #5 (Dark Horse Comics)
Frey chooses family and alongside her brother’s she is attempting to save her father Erik the Red from Genghis Khan and his family. The fight for her father’s life is just the beginning, as she will inevitably have to choose between her morals and the family business.
FIRST LOOK: A MISCHIEF OF MAGPIES #1 (DSTLRY)
A young boy named Marinus leads a tough life, that only gets weirder when he falls asleep. While asleep he is transported to a world where he doesn’t know if it’s real or not. This first issue of this series from DSTLRY releases on July 15th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday May 25th, 2026, DSTLRY gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
INVINCIBLE UNIVERSE: BATTLE BEAST #9 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
After dispatching Juggernaut & Colossus, Battle Beast is not quite satiated. His appetite for legendary battles and his ultimate death is not quenched. King Salaka, however, would like to keep his friend Battle Beast around as he fears that there are some who are against him in Fantania.
RACER X #7 (Mad Cave Studios)
With his back seemingly against the wall, Dante Ferno has a huge trick up his sleeve. He created a whole futuristic city for a race that he should be guaranteed to win. The only things that stand in between him and recouping the Tiger Syndicates money are Speed Racer and Racer X.
NEW TITANS #35 (DC Comics)
In the aftermath of DC K.O., Victor Stone is a changed man AND machine!
The Titans have been stuck in a time-loop. This as rehashed old memories and given the team fits. Factor in a new group claiming they’re Titans, Nightwing and company have got some questions. None may raise eyebrows more than who is revealed behind all of this.