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THE FLASH #32 (DC COMICS)
Kids and their viral crazes.
Wally West is experiencing this first hand. Someone is trying to have the Flash save those who’s intentionally putting themselves in harms way. This is wearing down the fastest man Alive. Searching for answers has been difficult. It’ about to get much worse as an old Rogue might be the deciding factor in cracking the case!
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge - Echoes of the Empire #1
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the FIRST issue of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge - Echoes of the Empire from Marvel Comics!
GREEN LANTERN #34 (DC COMICS)
A familiar face is watching over Sector 2814!
Hal Jordan has relinquished his duties to focus n discovering the secretes of the Book of OA. Jordan has put Kyle Rayner back in the saddle for this intergalactic ride.
ABSOLUTE FLASH #14 (DC COMICS)
Wally West doesn’t like what he sees.
While recovering form the events at Fort Fox, West is not handling the loss of his father to Thawne well. His arrival at the Dinby Youth Mission leads to a mental break with Linda Park. Their escape from the city have led them into an unlikely place.
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero – Sssilent Missions: COPPERHEAD #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.
BARBARIC: THE LONG DEATH #3 (VAULT COMICs)
Has the end arrived for Owen, Soren and the gang?
Doxon is poised to take out everyone’s favorite barbarian once and for all. Soren is not in a good place to deal with this. Her sister Serra is complicating matters even more. Someone isn’t making it out alive.
SUPERMAN #37 (DC COMICS)
Superboy-Prime is finding out there’s more to being a “hero” than just punching the bad guys.
His role in Metropolis has led him into finding a secret identity & new life. Success with this role is not without some issues. Primarily no hero in the DCU wants to give him a chance to redeem himself.
CAPES #6 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
With Chronodile defeated the Capes Inc. team must clean up while also burying the teammates they lost in battle. The arrival of Meteor Master was a godsend for the battle, but what happens next, no one could see coming. How will the Capes team rebuild and move on from yet another devastating event?
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA #3 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
Christine Daae has her Angel on her shoulder but is he really a devil in disguise. As more of her roadblocks seem to be cleared out there are other problems that are afoot. How much more death and despair will be caused to make Christine a star?
Captain America #9 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 9th issue of Captain America from Marvel Comics!
EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW DARK)
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.
ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #19 (DC COMICS)
Magic comes with a heavy cost to the heart.
Diana’s night out turns deadly when Veronica Cale unleashes her Suicide Squad to take down the Absolute Warrior. This proves to be a costly battle that leaves Diana of the Wild Isle worse for wear. .
THE INFERNAL HULK #6 (MARVEL COMICS)
In an attempt to stop this new version of the Hulk, it is decided to give Tony Stark a shot at taking him out. The plan is simple, using drone suits to distract Hulk well Tony attacks him wearing his new Hellbuster armor. Will this finally be enough to stop the Hulk or will this just be another failed attempt?
THE SENTRY #2 (MARVEL COMICS)
Robert Reynolds’ return has not be good.
His longtime canine companion is dying of Cancer. He’s struggling with depression. The Void is lurking around Wilson Fisk. On top of this, The CRYSTALLINE PLAGUE is spreading like wildfire. Its’ latest victim is a Green Goliath that forces the Sentry to act fast.
The Amazing Spider-Man #27 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 27th issue of The Amazing Spider-Man (Death Spiral Part 9) from Marvel Comics!
SUPERMAN DAY 2026 - a super era of comics
As fans get ready to celebrate Superman Day around the world, one common factor remains true.
No matter whether its, TV, Movies, Video games or more, the foundation of Superman remains in the pages of the comics!
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”?
ALIAS: RED BAND #2 (MARVEL COMICS)
Some habits are just too hard to break.
Jessica Jones gave up her P.I. License when her husband Like Cage become Mayor of New York City. While checking on the old office, she discovered the neighbors next door brutally murdered. Trying to leave this case alone was never going to happen. Having a nudge to find the killer from Typhoid Mary was definitely not on the agenda.