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SHREDDER #7 (IDW Publishing)
Coming off of a great opening story arc, Shredder is back with the next arc in this on-going series from IDW Publishing. Agent Avon seems to have turned on the Shredder after the events of the initial arc. However, Shredder is too busy trying to put together a new clan to regain his power in the criminal underworld to even care.
TALES OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #5 (IDW Publishing)
The Turtles continue to try and help Fugitoid escape the E.P.F while also stopping them from developing their own version of the Menta-Wave Helmet. Unfortunately for our Heroes in a Half Shell, they have already deployed their Helmet, and it controls a monstrous being.
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #2 (IDW PUBLISHING)
After the crazy death of Cami, Freja who watched it happen starts to see some crazy things. At the same time Ivy and the rest of the girls are facing down Fashion Month and the stress that causes. Will this unseen curse continue to cause havoc, or will the fashion industry get them first?
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #17 (IDW Publishing)
The Ujigami Saga is coming to a close, and with only one issue left you know the story is ready to explode. Splinter has been captured and the Turtles need to try and save him well also stopping the Shinigami from creating a bridge between the afterlife and our world. Can the Turtles save the day, or will evil prevail?
GODZILLA’S MONSTERPIECE THEATRE PRESENTS: ROMEO & JULIET AND GODZILLA #1 (IDW Publishing)
What happens when the most famous play by William Shakespeare has Godzilla added to it? Simply put, a whole lot of fun and entertainment. Godzilla’s Monsterpiece Theatre Presents: Romeo & Juliet and Godzilla #1 could possibly be the story that you needed but didn’t even know you wanted.
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?
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?
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?
SHREDDER #6 (IDW Publishing)
Finally, the Shredder comes face to face with the Mourner and it isn’t what the Mourner envisioned. However, she has something that could change the game to reveal in her back pocket. Will the Shredder cave to the Mourner or will he show why he’s the most feared man in this universe?
TALES OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #4 (IDW Publishing)
Issue 4 of Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles starts a 3-issue arc written by first time comic book writer Andrew Joustra. Joustra was the Script Supervisor for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, which this series is a direct tie in for. What kind of adventures can this lifelong Turtles fan bring to this exciting comic series?
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #1 (IDW Publishing)
The Royal Family is lost at Sea, and this leaves the black sheep of the family to be named the next King. The unanswered questions are how did this happen and is there a dark cloud hanging over the Belmont family?
TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #16 (IDW Publishing)
The Ujigami has his eyes set on taking out Casey Jones as he believes that he will eventually kill Raphael. Raph and the rest of the Turtles are stuck between wanting to support their Father and defending their longtime friend and ally. Will the Turtles talk some sense into Splinter or will the Ujigami’s vendetta continue?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #1 (IDW Publishing)
The small island town of Pearl, Iowa is preparing for a storm, but it’s not bad weather that’s on its way, instead it’s an alien invasion. The world has been attacked by aliens that are hunting for anything that makes a sound, and Pearl is in the direct path.
FIRST LOOK: EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW Publishing)
Following up one of the best horror comic book series of 2025, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, we find ourselves back in the world of Event Horizon. This time instead of another prequel to the classic sci-fi horror movie, we are getting a sequel! Event Horizon: Inferno takes place 200 years after the events of Event Horizon: Dark Descent, as a billionaire has tracked down the location of the Event Horizon and wants to unlock its nightmarish secrets. This new series launches on April 22nd, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday March 16th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
TMNT: CASEY JONES #5 (IDW Publishing)
As this arc nears its end, it isn’t quite done giving the reader even more revelations. Casey finds out what Nostrum is made from, and it instantly disgusts him. As he fights his urges as well as his past, Ludovic is finding out that he is just another animal and not an equal.
GODZILLA #8 (IDW Publishing)
Jacen continues to struggle with his situation with Godzilla, well the G-Force team must make decisions about his future with the team. Meanwhile, May is becoming more comfortable and powerful, and this may not go well for those around her.
TMNT x GODZILLA #4 (IDW Publishing)
Kaiju fever is running wild and all of our favorite TMNT characters have joined in. As Bebop and Rocksteady get a Kaiju makeover, the Turtles can’t be far behind if they want to win the day. Meanwhile, Godzilla does battle with a Kaiju version of Krang!
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #6 (IDW Publishing)
As the citizens of Woodbrook close in on Samantha, she has decided to go out in a blaze of glory. With nothing left to lose and her back against the wall, she is more dangerous than ever. Who will survive and will Sam finally be stopped?
FIRST LOOK: GODZILLA’S MONSTERPIECE THEATRE PRESENTS: ROMEO & JULIET AND GODZILLA #1 (IDW Publishing)
What happens when the most famous play by William Shakespeare has Godzilla added to it? Simply put, a whole lot of fun and entertainment. Godzilla’s Monsterpiece Theatre Presents: Romeo & Juliet and Godzilla #1 could possibly be the story that you needed but didn’t even know you wanted. This new one-shot launches on April 8th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday March 2nd, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE review.