Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong #1: Clark Kent is enjoying a night off with his girlfriend, Lois Lane, when the entire city shudders under the weight of the monstrous Godzilla. What started as a routine clash between the Justice League and the Legion of Doom takes a dangerous turn when the wall between worlds is breached, with Godzilla, Kong and the Monsterverse emerging on DC’s Earth. Written by Brian Buccellato (Injustice) and drawn by Christian Duce (Batman/Fortnite: Zero Point) for DC and Legendary. ($4.99)
Anna’s pick: Sensational She-Hulk #1, Gisele Lagace Avengers 60th anniversary variant: Jen’s back in new adventures written by Rainbow Rowell and drawn by Andres Genolet, with a backup by TV She-Hulk writer Jessica Gao. ($4.99) Previously, in She-Hulk …
Rasmus’ pick: Hack/Slash Back to School #1: Slasher hunter Cassie Hack is only just getting used to her man-monster partner, Vlad, when she’s drawn into a new case involving a murderous bunny mascot, dead kids and an entire squad of maladjusted teenage serial-killer hunters. Written and drawn by Zoe Thorogood (It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth) for Image. ($3.99)
Matt’s pick: Gargoyles Halloween Special: It’s young Gnash’s first Halloween in Manhattan, and you’re invited to come along as he heads out to find friends on the one night of the year when Gargoyles can roam the city unbothered. Unfortunately, he’s about to run afoul of the masked Quarrymen, who are out to hunt down any Gargoyle foolish enough to brave the streets on All Hallow’s Eve. Written by Greg Weisman and drawn by Bonesso Diego for Dynamite. ($4.99)
The Man from Maybe #1: In the dry and dead future that’s coming soon, all life belongs to Oppenheimer-obsessed billionaire Harvard Denny and his corporate scavengers from Smile Inc., who pillage the wastelands in search of atomic contraband. But when a hyper-advanced vessel of possibly alien origin crashlands on the outer edge of Denny’s empire of neon-lit ruins, will it bring promise or poison to a distorted world? As the race to acquire the ship’s cargo begins, our fate will be decided by a masked bandit and the cold iron of his laser rifle. Written by Jordan Thomas (Weird Work) and drawn by Shaky Kane (Bulletproof Coffin) for Oni Press. ($6.99)
Dan’s pick: Avengers Inc. #2: Janet Van Dyne has known “Victor Shade” for years — as the Vision’s cover identity. Whoever he is, he’s not the Vision. Together, they’re hunting the Ghost of Avengers Mansion — a ghost who might just be … the Vision? Written by Al Ewing and drawn by Leonard Kirk. ($3.99)
Tony’s pick: Daredevil #2: Corruption is tearing Hell’s Kitchen apart. Those who have sworn to protect the city have betrayed their oaths, and Matt Murdock is seeking righteous retribution, one billy club to the face at a time. Written by Saladin Ahmed and drawn by Aaron Kuder. ($4.99)
Austin’s pick: Star Wars: The High Republic Season One Omnibus: An even longer time ago in a galaxy far away, some stuff happened. Collecting Star Wars: The High Republic (2021) #1-15, Star Wars: The High Republic — Eye of the Storm #1-2 and Star Wars: The High Republic — Trail of Shadows #1-5. ($100) Check out our Star Wars coverage.
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