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Matt’s pick: Superman/Spider-Man #1: When journalists Clark Kent and Peter Parker find themselves chasing the same story, the conspiracy they uncover could change the world — especially if Brainiac and Doctor Octopus have anything to say about it. Good thing our intrepid newshounds are secretly Superman and the amazing Spider-Man. Written by Mark Waid and drawn by Jorge Jimenez, with backup mashups by Tom King, Matt Fraction, Sean Murphy, Gail Simone, Christopher Priest, Greg Rucka, Jeff Lemire, Jim Lee, Steve Lieber, Belen Ortega, Daniel Sampere, Nicola Scott and Rafa Sandoval. ($7.99) Previously, in DC/Marvel …
Dan’s pick: The Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre #2: The hippos are loose! Yes, an entire amusement park filled with ravenous hippopotami chomping on families and destroying property values! It’s a good thing Miquel Senecoza and Clarke Nebraska are on the case. Although it’s a shame that Nebraska has Miquel tied to a chair while she beats him with a phone book and reveals her tragic backstory that left her hungry for justice! Written by Fred Kennedy and drawn by James Edward Clark for Mad Cave. ($4.99) Listen to Kennedy talk about the series on The ComicsXF Interview Podcast.
Scott’s pick: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles — Shredder #6: The Shredder’s worldwide hunt for the Mourner brings him back to where it all began: New York City, where his renegade former pupil has assembled the final components for a device to tear open the mystical gates to our world. What peers through is terrifying and powerful, and it will test even the Shredder’s strength of will — and heart. Written by Dan Watters and drawn by Michele Bandini for IDW. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Mark’s pick: Star Trek — The Last Starship #6: In the shadow of the Burn, the Federation was left fractured, vulnerable and nearly lost. Now, its fate hangs in the balance. As the Babel Conference unravels, Captain Sato must protect Starfleet’s ideals while enemies close in on every side. Meanwhile, James T. Kirk embarks on a dangerous mission that will test the limits of loyalty, courage and sacrifice. Written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly and drawn by Adrian Bonilla for IDW. ($4.99) Previously, in Star Trek stuff … | Buy it here.
Rasmus’ pick: The Flash #31: With DC K.O. in the rearview mirror, Wally West can finally relax and live his best life. Or can he? Because an awful lot of people are suddenly relying on the Flash to save them — and intentionally putting themselves in danger to ensure he does. Something sinister is happening behind the scenes, and Wally is right in the crosshairs. Written by Ryan North and drawn by Gavin Guidry. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Adam’s pick: Department of Truth #36: In the early ’90s, cable TV is king — and something ancient is watching from the static. Only Hunky, the reclusive son of the field office’s very first hunter, takes its threat seriously. And when Hunky notices primordial evil brewing at an evangelical theme park in the Florida Everglades, he may be the only one who can save the beautiful young woman named Charity caught in the middle of it all. Written by James Tynion IV and drawn by Ben Templesmith for Image Comics. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Austin’s pick: DC Finest Superman — Time and Time Again: Mr. Mxyzptlk returns, and the mysterious Linear Man sends Superman on an unwilling trip through time in this collection featuring storylines such as “Krisis of the Krimson Kryptonite,” “Time and Time Again” and “Red Glass.” This period is also notable for marking the beginning of the Triangle Era numbering system across all of the weekly Superman titles. Collects Superman #49-56, Starman #28, Adventures of Superman #472-479 and Action Comics #659-666. ($39.99) Previously, in Superman stuff … | Buy it here.
Also out this week
Uncanny X-Men #25: A battle spreads across the globe as the Louisiana X-Men face the Legion of Monsters to save the souls of two X-Men. Written by Gail Simone and drawn by David Marquez and Luciano Vecchio. ($4.99) Check out a preview and our previous coverage. | Buy it here.
Absolute Wonder Woman #18: What happens when you send a witch to kill a witch? Time to find out as the daughters of the most powerful magic users in the universe come together at last, forced into combat with devastating stakes — it’s the Witch of the Wild Isle versus Zatanna Zatara, the Mistress of Magic. Written by Kelly Thompson and drawn by Hayden Sherman. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Void Rivals #28: Tremble before the awesome might of the Quintesson Tribunal. No ordinary judge can preside over matters of war. Written by Robert Kirkman and drawn by Andrei Bressan for Image/Skybound. ($3.99) Buy it here.
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Dan Grote is the editor and publisher 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 Paul Winston Wisdom. Follow him @danielpgrote.bsky.social.
