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IMMORTAL LEGEND BATMAN #5 (DC COMICS)

Sometimes, home isn’t where the heart lies. This is especially true in the case of Bruce Wayne.

When humanity tampers with dark matter, the result are shadows. Dark creatures reeking havoc all over the universe. This has prompted Wayne to assume the mantle of Immortal Legend Batman.

His intense hunting of shadows does not come without cost. Wayne’s risked all he cares about in his vigilant quest. This includes his life which time may be running out on. His latest case leads him back to a place he left: Gotham!

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ABSOLUTE MARTIAN MANHUNTER #7 (DC COMICS)

Back…Back in a Middleton groove.

When DC Comics announced it’s lineup of characters to lead the Absolute Universe, the trinity (Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman) were no-brainers. One name was the biggest X factor of the second wave: Martian Manhunter. The longtime staple of the Justice League was given a complete overhaul by one of comics best creative teams. It resulted in a huge win for fans and critcs alike.

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TMNT: BATTLE NEXUS #1 (IDW Publishing)

A massive tournament is upon us in the TMNT Universe and who will be left standing. TMNT: Battle Nexus is a huge bi-weekly event from IDW Publishing that kicks off with Issue #1 this week. What is this tournament and who will show up? Those questions get answered in Issue #1, plus more!

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SUPERMAN #33 (DC COMICS)

As DC K.O. progresses forward, one figure is imposing his will on the rest of the competition.  

LEX LUTHOR has returned from exile with a vengeance! “Humanity’s Last Hope” has already dine a number on Superman. Now he has his eyes set on Jason Blood and Etrigan. They shouldn’t expect mercy. This next round calls for pain!

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MASTERMINDS #3 (Dark Horse Comics)

The game is picking up and that means it’s getting even more deadly. After escaping one death trap, the players are wanted by the authorities and in need of a place to hide. More importantly they need to find the Masterminds behind the game, so they can clear their names and survive.

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THE FLASH #28 (DC COMICS)

The threat of Darkseid has shaken up the DCU to its’ core.

With a possible way to stop him hinged on trial by tourney combat, heroes and villains alike fight with everything they have. The prize is enough power to take down the former Lord Of Apokolips. Lines are crossed. There is no turning back. It’s either a complete K.O. or nothing at all.

This round has two heroes ready to risk it all. One is a Speedster Legend with class and dignity. The other is Guy Gardner. Need I say more?

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BLACK PANTHER: INTERGALACTIC #1 (MARVEL COMICS)

The events of “Imperial” have rocked the Marvel Universe.

In its wake is a new status quo for King T’Challa. His kingdom is no longer just on Earth. Stranded on an unknown planet, he looks for clues to solve his current whereabouts. Shuri is trying to track him down but she has other problems to face. Let’s not forget others are making moves to take the throne for themselves.

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RACER X #4 (Mad Cave Studios)

Showing the events from Speed Racer #5 through the eyes of Racer X, we find ourselves in the Great Alpine Race. As Racer X tries to save and help Speed, he has more flashbacks taking us to a time when he was still Rex Racer. The emotions run as hot as the engines in this issue.

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SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #8 (DC COMICS)

With Kryptonite in abundance on Earth, Superman’s work saving the day is challenged now more than ever.

You can imagine his worry when Lois Lane is going undercover on a new space traveling program for the rich and famous. The ship’s source of fuel is that element that can kill him. If something goes wrong, Supes is helpless to stop anyone from being hurt or worse. Luckily, he’s got some help in the form of a Green Lantern.

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