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Bonus pick: Summer of Superman Special: When John Henry Irons and Lana Lang take their vows, everyone turns up for the big day. But trouble is brewing on the horizon, as threats from the past, present and future kick off major new conflicts for the Superman family. Written by Mark Waid, Joshua Williamson and Dan Slott, and drawn by Jorge Jimenez. ($5.99) Hey, did you know there’s a Superman movie coming out? | Buy it here.
Rasmus’ pick: Absolute Flash #2: Wally West is on the run from his dad and the rest of Fort Fox, and while his newfound abilities are terrifying him, he needs to find a way to use them to make his escape. But how will he handle the elite group his father sent to bring him back? Written by Jeff Lemire and drawn by Nick Robles. ($4.99) Previously, in Absolute Flash … | Buy it here.
Scott’s pick: Mothra: Queen of the Monsters #2: The Queen of the Monsters is currently no more … that is, at least not in this time period. But with the power of the Shobijin, our recently reunited twins can travel back in time to the Jurassic Period and find a baby Mothra they can raise to save the day. It’s a simple plan, really. Written by Sophie Campbell and drawn by Matt Frank for IDW. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Austin’s pick: Star Wars: The Legacy of Vader #3: Kylo Ren has been imprisoned by the ruthless Gardulla the Hutt. The young tyrant must survive the harsh conditions of his grandfather Darth Vader’s homeworld. And who is the mysterious Force user in Gardulla’s employ? Written by Charles Soule and drawn by Luke Ross. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Tony’s pick: Darkwing Duck #3: Journey back to DW’s earliest days at the Training Temple of the Venerable One, where the Old Master imparted wisdom and takedowns in equal measure — and where a young Darkwing learned the value of patience, self-control and standing up to bullies. Written by Daniel Kibblesmith and drawn by Ted Brandt and Ro Stein. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Jake’s pick: Ultimate Wolverine #4: Wolverine’s confrontation with Kitty Pryde and Gambit leaves him disoriented, violent and questioning his Maker’s Council overlords. Who is “Logan”? Written by Chris Condon and drawn by Alessandro Cappuccio. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Dan’s pick: The New Gods #5: On Earth, Mister Miracle and Barda race against time to keep Kamal, the newest New God, away from the deadly clutches of Orion. But the champion of New Genesis will not rest until his savage mission has been fulfilled. And as the intergalactic inquisition of the Nyctari reaches New Genesis, the planet’s natives must face a difficult decision: fight against the unstoppable invading army or abandon their homeworld and set out into the cosmos as refugees. By Ram V and Evan Cagle. ($3.99) Previously, in The New Gods … | Buy it here.
Adam’s pick: Exceptional X-Men #8: Axo is in trouble. He’s bitten off more than he can chew in his relationship with charismatic technologist and Verate CEO Sheldon Xenos, and now he’s being held hostage while an Alex clone wanders around in his stead. Can the rest of the Exceptional team bail him out, or will they fall for the dupe of their beloved friend? Written by Eve Ewing and drawn by Carmen Carnero. ($3.99) Previously, in Exceptional … | Buy it here.
Matt’s pick: Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #38: Gorilla Grodd has the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight in his sights, but all is not as it seems. There’s something strange going on here … some monkey business that the World’s Finest can’t quite put a finger on. It’s almost as if Grodd has … knowledge of the future? Written by Mark Waid and drawn by Clayton Henry. ($3.99) Buy it here.
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