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SUPERMAN: the stranger #1 (DC COMICS)
The story of Superman is forever timeless.
In the years of the Golden Age, it took on a different feel. Starting out in the cold streets of Metropolis, Clark Kent learns the hard way that things aren’t always Truth, Justice and a Better Tomorrow.
TEEN TITANS #1 (DC COMICS)
Fairplay, Cheshire Cat, Proxy, Eugene Choi and Wildcard
Young heroes looking to make their mark in the world. When a friend named Cole goes missing, they go searching for answers. This case has also grabbed the attention of another hero who doesn’t play nice with others. His name is JASON TODD!
THE DOOM PATROL #1 (DC COMICS)
Robotman, Elasti -Girl, and Negative Man
The ultimate outsiders. The strangest team ever is now looking for a new source of income. A simple case of finding a missing cat unlocks more than they bargained for.
SHE-SPAWN #5 (MCFARLANE COMICS/IMAGE COMICS)
Jessica Priest knows what’s at stake.
Priest has to protect a young Al Simmons from the Terror Angels and more looming threats. Failure means the world could end. There’s no room for error.
LEGION OF SUPER HEROES #1 (DC COMICS)
LONG LIVE THE LEGION!
One of the most fabled superhero teams in all of comics has returned! When a boy from Krypton crashed into Smallville, Kansas years ago, he became the inspiration of many in the future. Those powered beings went on to become the next generation of heroes of the DC Universe.
ARCHIE #1 (ONI PRESS)
Welcome back to Riverdale! Archie, Jughead, Veronica, Betty, and the rest of the gang have arrived at their new publishing home, Oni Press. With this new home begins a new series featuring the Riverdale gang and all of their shenanigans. So, grab a milkshake and a burger from Pop’s and enjoy the wholesome ride!
ABSOLUTE GREEN LANTERN #18 (DC COMICS)
In the wake of the encounter with Sinestro, Jo Muellein is reeking along with her allies.
One notable figure is Simon Baz. The government agent has found himself in a very uneasy place: the Zero Zone. Luckily he’s met someone with a story all her own.
BATMAN #13 (DC COMICS)
Gotham City has gone green in the worst possible way.
With the budding feud between Mayor Pamela Isley & GCPD Commissioner Vandal Savage spiraling out of control, drastic action has happened. Isley has released a plant attack that is killing the city slowly.
BEN 10 #5 (DYNAMITE ENTERTAINMENT)
A stop at the circus has taken a terrifying turn for Ben Tennyson .
ZOMBOZO and his freak show have brainwashed attendees in a plan to take over. The latest victim is Grandpa Max!
BABYLON COVE #4 (Mad Cave Studios)
If there is one thing the town of Babylon Cove can count on, it’s that when Heather Hutchens is around trouble follows. But the horror that has taken over the town is far worse than anything in the past. Can Heather own up to her past indiscretions and except her faults to help save the town?
CROWBOUND #1 (IMAGE COMICS)
The Factory is life and your life belongs to the Factory. Everyone in this coastal area works in the factory and their lives are lived for the factory. Rose is just another employee trying to survive. But when her daughter is kidnapped, Rose makes a stand. But that stand has consequences in this world and one she didn’t even knew existed.
DAREDEVIL #6 (MARVEL COMICS)
With the Omen taken out, Matt Murdock attempts to reclaim a “normal” life.
Well, as normal as it gets for the Man Without Fear. Returning to class at Empire State University turns more complicated as The Owl comes looking to cash in on the favor he’s owed.
THE DEADMAN #4 (DC COMICS)
Who goes down must come up!
Boston Brand was given orders of the Rama Kushna about an innocent soul.
ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #23 (DC COMICS)
Kal-El’s mission to find Brainiac has not come without grave challenges.
The Absolute Man Of Tomorrow ran into a major roadblock in the form of Metallo. His way of defeating the hybrid pawn was one that showcases Kal’s greatest strength: his compassion.
ROOK: EXODUS #11 (GHOST MACHINE/IMAGE COMICS)
As the group tries to figure out how the spiders have corrupted the helmets that control the animals of Exodus. They are ambushed by Arachnid who is being controlled by the spiders much like Bloodhound. Can they rally together and defeat the enemy they can see, as well as the one they can’t?
M.A.S.K. #4 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
MA.S.K. is still riding on Venom's trail, but should you be riding down to the comic shop and grabbing this issue?
100 BULLETS: THE US OF ANGER #3 (DC COMICS)
Lono’s reign of terror is only beginning.
After crashing a near riot at Loop’s son’s funeral, the wildcard of “100 Bullets” is shifting his attention elsewhere.
TALES OF WONDER #1 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
What if our favorite comic book superheroes weren’t created but yet really existed? Stu & Jake created America’s Freedom Force a long time ago. Since then, due to movies and conventions, Wonder Studios has blown up and sits on top of the world, even if the long-time friends haven’t been friends in a long time. However, the truth about where the idea for the AFF came from is about to rear its ugly head again.
THE DIRT BENEATH THE DEVIL #2 (Mad Cave Studios)
When you mess with the horse you get the hooves. After August’s untimely demise caused by Hendido, the group must regroup and move on. But the infighting and politicking have started to get really ugly as well. Now, June must navigate the mine field of her father’s messy life, well also trying to figure out what is up with this horse that feels more like a supernatural presence than an animal.
X-Men ‘97: Season Two #4 (Marvel 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 X-Men ‘97 Season Two!