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Captain America #10 (Marvel Comics)
Hello there! Padawan J here, the resident Star Wars expert from the ODPH! This week I'm going to be reviewing the 10th issue of Captain America from Marvel Comics!
DO NOT DISTURB #3 (INVADER COMICS)
Things just went from bad to worse for Randall Halsey
The P.I.’s investigation of a missing woman led to his untimely death. His spirit is still alive inside the supernatural halls of the Argyle Hotel. Taking this as a chance to find a way to save the victim, Halsey brings the search to the afterlife.
ZATANNA #1 (DC COMICS)
The Mistress of Magic is back!
Zatanna Zatara is now the new Prime Magus. With the new role comes many challenges. Zatanna is no stranger to handling major threats. The question becomes how much can she handle before the crown gets too heavy to wear.
IS TED OK? #3 (Mad Cave Studios)
Ted has grown suspicious of the company he works for and knows that there is something sinister going on. Sarah is trying to keep him sane well also navigating her bosses and their needs. At a mandatory company event things will come to a head, and some questions will be answered, well creating even more.
THE DIGGER #3 (INVADER COMICS)
“The Boy”’s worst fears are about to become a reality.
To make money to save her sick grandmother in 1930’s Veracruz, Mexico, he takes a dangerous job. Locals have been making money serving as guides to travelers.
WRESTLE HEIST #5 (IMAGE COMICS)
The heist is in full swing and it looks like our heroes have been thwarted by Buddy Hansen. As the plan looks like it is completely hopeless, how will our would-be bandits pull off their revenge?
SWAMP THING 1989 #1 (DC COMICS)
Comic history is about to be made.
Back in 1988, Swamp Thing was in the midst of a two-year run written by by Rick Veitch. Heading into issue #88, the story was dealing with controversial topics for that time period. It was cancelled last minute and the issues were thought to be lost forever. This was so much of a story that it was covered by mainstream media!
BY A THREAD: BOOK TWO #5 (COMIXOLOGY ORIGINALS)
Sometimes truth is stranger than fiction.
The shroud has changed the world forever. Charlie and her friends are attempting to find hope in the lost darkness. When luck brings them to a blossoming oasis, guards are let down. Much like anything that seems to be paradise, it was too good to be true.
FIRST LOOK: ODIN #1 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
Adela is a young journalist that is trying to infiltrate a Gen-Z White Supremist group. Earning their trust was just the beginning, but what happens next, she is completely unprepared for. This new series launches on May 20th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday April 27th, 2026, Tiny Onion gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
CYCLOPS #3 (MARVEL COMICS)
Cyclops and Mei are being hunted by the Reavers on behalf of Donald Pierce. Now that they are cornered Cyclops is going to have to use his powers if he wants Mei and himself to survive. Can Cyclops control his blasts without his visor, or will he take them down regardless?
VOID RIVALS #29 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
As the Quintesson War nears its conclusion, both sides are pulling out all of the stops to be victorious. When the dust settles, which side will have the advantage going into the final battle?
EXQUISITE CORPSES #12 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
We are now down to the final two, New York vs Pennsylvania, Fox Mask Killer vs Pretty Boy. Who will be the victor, and what family will gain power for the next five years? More importantly, what kind of shenanigans will go down as the families get desperate?
CORPSE KNIGHT #1 (IMAGE COMICS)
A young girl and her father are targeted by some marauders who kill the father as the girl gets away. Now, the marauders are back to finally get the girl as well, but they didn’t prepare for a father’s undying love.
MARC SPECTOR: MOON KNIGHT #3 (MARVEL COMICS)
Bushman has returned and is looking for blood!
Agence Byzantine have gone to extreme lengths to pry Spector for information on his ally Frenchie. Hiring Mister Fear and Bushman to assist in this matter is a bold move. Zodiac saving Spector is even crazier.
YOUNGBLOOD #5 (2025 - IMAGE COMICS)
The Keep have been reigning over the Earth with no remorse.
Youngblood has been hiding in the shadows plotting their comeback. Allies will be needed. Lines will be crossed. There is no turning back now.
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #18 (DC COMICS)
Superman is missing. Darkseid is defeated. For the JLU, both events have forced a new examination of how to move forward.
With such a power vacuum in place, Batman and Wonder Woman have pushed forth a new program. It will either be the answer needed in Superman’s void or give Darkseid an easy victory when he decides to return.
THE PERIL OF THE BRUTAL DARK: AN EZRA CAIN MYSTERY #3 (DC COMICS)
Ezra Cain is walking too close to the edge.
A favor to investigate the disappearance of Karl Meyer has led Cain down a dark road. Compound this with a missing artifact which could be catastrophic in the wrong hands & he’s now wearing a big bullseye. .
DETECTIVE COMICS #1108 (DC COMICS)
Three heroes. One complicated history.
Green Arrow has come to Gotham City and brought a corporate takeover with him. Black Canary and Batman pay tribute to the fallen Ted Grant. Meanwhile, witnesses for an upcoming court case are dying under mysterious means.
MARVEL/DC: SPIDER-MAN/SUPERMAN #1 (MARVEL COMICS/DC COMICS)
The crossovers continue for the big 2!
Seeing Marvel and DC working together in this fashion has been a real win for the fans. It unlocks a true forbidden door and offers match-ups only dreamed of.
The Amazing Spider-Man: Spider-Versity #1 (Marvel Comics)
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 The Amazing Spider-Man: Spider-Versity #1 from Marvel Comics!