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X-Men of Apocalypse Alpha #1: The X-Men of the Age of Apocalypse crash into the mainstream Marvel Universe! Taking place in the direct aftermath of the original crossover’s finale, the X-Men of Earth-295 journey to Earth-616 to ensure their universe’s survival. This desperate mission will take them into the main Marvel Universe, where they will come into conflict with their classic counterparts. Written by Jeph Loeb and drawn by Simone Di Meo. ($5.99) More info here. | Buy it here.
Jake’s pick: Captain America #3: A meeting with Doctor Doom in Latveria forces Steve Rogers to confront the realities of the harsh new world he’s awoken in. Meanwhile, Dave Colton and the Howling Commandos infiltrate Doom’s fortress to rescue hostages, but instead they uncover a sinister truth behind Doom’s rise to power. Written by Chip Zdarsky and drawn by Valerio Schiti. ($4.99) Previously, in Captain America … | Buy it here.
Rasmus’ pick: One World Under Doom #7: Doom finds his grip on power loosening, but he’s not going to give it up without a fight. Doom once sought glory, but that glory is now dead. All that is left is power and control as rebellions in several countries are quickly — and brutally — put down. As Doom prepares to make his final stand, and a world’s army stands against him, only a few can see the truth … it’s not enough. Emperor Doom is going to win. And so Mr. Fantastic prepares a last, desperate gamble. Written by Ryan North and drawn by R.B. Silva. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Austin’s pick: Exceptional X-Men #13: Kitty Pryde has been sucked through a hole in the space-time continuum and into the days of her very origins as an X-Man. Can the team get her back, or will they have to make their way without their fearless leader from now on? Written by Eve Ewing and drawn by Federica Mancin. ($3.99) Check out a preview. | Buy it here.
Adam’s pick: Transformers #24: Optimus Prime and Megatron duke it out with the fate of humanity on the line. And the new era of Transformers begins with the most shocking ending to ANY comic book this year! Allegedly. Half our review copy was redacted, so we have no idea what happens. Written by Daniel Warren Johnson and drawn by Jorge Corona for Image/Skybound. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Dan’s pick: Farmhand #25: Thorne collides with the remnant of the Jenkins family. And not everyone will make it out alive. By Rob Guillory for Image. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Tony’s pick: Action Comics #1,090: A long-forgotten hero from the past returns, but this is no team-up. As Superboy fights for his life against the original Man of Tomorrow, he discovers the real reason superheroes have been gone for so long. Can Clark convince his enemy that he comes in peace? Written by Mark Waid and drawn by Skylar Patridge. ($4.99) Previously, in Superman … | Buy it here.
Matt’s pick: Spectators HC: Hundreds of years in the future, New York City is haunted by many ghosts, including a voyeuristic woman who died in our present day and a mysterious gun-toting man from the distant past. Normally solo travelers, these two specters meet each other just in time to observe what might be the end of the (living) world. By Brian K. Vaughan and Niko Henrichon for Image. ($29.99) Buy it here.
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