Each week, ComicsXF staff offer their recommendations for what to read. New DC books come out Tuesdays (for now), everything else Wednesdays.
Tony’s pick: Destro #1: James McCullen Destro XXIV is the man behind M.A.R.S. Industries, the undisputed leader in providing high-tech weapons to world powers for the right price. But the emergence of Energon has changed everything. As Destro’s ambitions grow, the “Crimson Twins” Tomax and Xamot Paoli emerge to destroy their competition, and Cobra Commander realizes his current ally could be his future greatest enemy. Written by Dan Watters (The Six Fingers) and drawn by Andrei Bressan (Dark Ride) for Image/Skybound. ($4.99) Previously, in the Energon Universe … | Buy it here.
Austin’s pick: Galaxy of Madness #1: In the far-flung future of the 41st century, and on the other side of the galaxy, a swashbuckling space archaeologist, Vigil Virgo, is on the cusp of learning a universe-shattering secret. But she’ll have to dive into the abyss, where no human was ever meant to go, to do it. The question is what happens when she emerges from the other side. Written by Magdalene Vissagio and drawn by Michael Avon Oeming for Mad Cave. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Sean’s pick: Helen of Wyndhorn #3: Helen returns to the grounds of Wyndhorn House from what appears to have been a fantastical warrior paradise. Was what she experienced real or from the mind of her late father who penned stories of a barbaric adventurer in a bizarre land? Written by Tom King and drawn by Bilquis Evely for Dark Horse. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Dan’s pick: The One Hand #5: Ari Nassar is on the cusp of catching the One Hand Killer and getting the answers he has sought. But is Ari truly ready for the soul-crushing revelations about the murders, his world and the darkness that lies beyond the truth? Written by Ram V and drawn by Laurence Campbell for Image. ($3.99) Listen to Ram V’s most recent appearance on The ComicsXF Interview Podcast. | Buy it here.
Mark’s pick: Ultimate Spider-Man #6: Spider-Man must finally confront Wilson Fisk, the Kingpin. As owner and operator of the Daily Bugle, Fisk has been working with the Maker’s Council to control the spread of information in their favor, which means he’s the first domino that must be toppled to end their regime. Plus: Mary Jane holds her own. Written by Jonathan Hickman and drawn by Marco Checchetto. ($4.99) Previously, in the Ultimate Universe … | Buy it here.
Scott’s pick: Star Trek #21: Welcome to the Pleroma, a place outside time and space where god-level species have gathered to discuss the fate of the universe. It’s up to Captain Sisko and the crew of the USS Theseus to persuade the gods to allow them to help repair Kahless’ unraveling of space-time, but will they listen to mere mortals responsible for their prophesied undoing? Written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly and drawn by Megan Levens for IDW. ($4.99) Previously, in Trek Talks … | Buy it here.
Adam’s pick: ROM the Original Marvel Years Vol. 2 Omnibus HC: Locked in an endless struggle with the Dire Wraiths, Rom’s quest to eradicate them from Earth brings him into conflict with the Metal Master and his army of spiders, Mystique and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants, and more. Collects Rom (1979) #30-50, Rom Annual (1982) #1-2 and Marvel Two-In-One (1974) #99. ($125) Listen to the BotA Boyz talk ROM and other lode-bearing Marvel toy comics. | Buy it here.
Matt’s pick: Rock Candy Mountain the Complete Edition TP: The world’s toughest hobo is searching for the mysterious sinners’ heaven, Rock Candy Mountain. But why? And why is the Literal Devil chasing him? Jackson will have to survive underground fight clubs, trainyard bullies, the toughest FBI agent you’ve ever seen, prison, newfound friendships and more if he’s going to make it to his destination. Written and drawn by Kyle Starks with colors by Chris Schweizer, and featuring a brand-new cover designed by Matt Kindt for Image. Collects Rock Candy Mountain #1-8 and includes additional bonus material. ($19.99) Buy it here.
Rasmus’ pick: The Wicked + the Divine: The Covers Version: To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Kieron Gillen and Jamie McKelvie’s story about pop-star gods, the pair are preparing a hardcover art book collecting all the covers from the series, plus some bonus material. Click here to back their Kickstarter campaign, and for more with Kieron, listen to next week’s ComicsXF Interview Podcast.
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Dan Grote is the editor-in-chief of ComicsXF, having won the site by ritual combat. By day, he’s a newspaper editor, and by night, he’s … also an editor. He co-hosts The ComicsXF Interview Podcast with Matt Lazorwitz. He lives in New Jersey with his wife, two kids and two miniature dachshunds, and his third, fictional son, Peter Winston Wisdom.
