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Adam’s pick: DnX #1: Cyclops and the Chairman both experienced the future of the Age of Revelation and came home with a renewed mission: the X-Men to prevent that future. 3K to own it. While the X-Men seek out the Fantastic Four to help save one of their own, the White Beast begins his plan to unleash the X-Virus in a major populated area. Written by Jed MacKay and drawn by Federico Vicentini. ($5.99) Buy it here.
Scott’s pick: Batman of Two Worlds #1: Matt Fraction’s Dark Knight meets Scott Snyder’s Absolute Batman in this Batman Day 2026 one-shot out Saturday by Fraction, Snyder, Javier Fernandez and Nick Derington. ($2.99)
Matt’s pick: Absolute Cassandra Cain: The Shadow’s Hand #1: Years ago, The Joker trained with the League of Assassins, and when he learned all he could, he slaughtered everyone. But out of the wreckage of what was left came Lady Shiva and her daughter, Cassandra Cain. Learn the origin of the Absolute Universe’s most formidable assassin and how her story is intertwined with that of the world’s greatest thief, Selina Kyle, Catwoman. Written by Che Grayson and drawn by Matias Bergara. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Avengers Armageddon #4: The Avengers are torn apart as a shocking character makes their debut, setting the stage for November’s Avengers #1. Written by Chip Zdarsky and drawn by Delio Diaz and Frank Alpizar. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Absolute Green Arrow #5: Black Canary and the Green Arrow Killer finally bear witness to the depraved horrors Hector Hammond has been hiding. But when a horrible sacrifice evens the odds, will Dinah have traded one threat for an even more terrifying danger? Written by Pornsak Pichetshote and drawn by Rafael Albuquerque. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Rasmus’ pick: DIE Loaded #9: Get ready for high adventure, DIE style. By which we mean, beautifully, though oft, depressingly. But don’t worry — you can see how Stephanie does kraken and sirens, which is a fun time for everyone. By Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans for Image Comics. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #22: It’s the Hungry Ghost Festival, a time when the veil between the worlds of the living and the dead is at its thinnest, bringing back both Turtle friend and foe. With Karai and Stockman attempting to raise an army of undead ninja, it’s the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ last chance to close the door before the dead come back for good. Can they do it in time? Written by Gene Luen Yang and drawn by Fero Pe for IDW. ($4.99) Buy it here.
Dan’s pick: G.I. Joe #26: The battle between G.I. Joe and Night Force takes a dangerous turn as a new Joe enters the fight. Can Baroness’ secret mission stop the war? Written by Robert Kirkman and drawn by Tom Reilly for Image/Skybound. ($3.99) Check out our Wednesday Warrior Workout review of issue #25. Buy it here.
Austin’s pick: Uncanny X-Men #35: An X-man faces a terrifying transformation, and the cure may be worse than the disease. Who or what is Repent, and why are they the last hope of a beloved mutant? Meanwhile, the Louisiana X-Men learn of a dark connection between their recent foes, one that may involve one of the Outliers’ deepest secrets. Written by Gail Simone and drawn by Luciano Vecchio. ($4.99) Previously, in Uncanny X-Men … | Buy it here.
Tony’s pick: X-Men #37: DnX tie-in! While the X-Men battle 3K in a desperate bid to stave off disaster, Kid Omega engages in brain-to-brain combat with Cassandra Nova. Written by Jed MacKay and drawn by Netho Diaz. ($4.99) Buy it here.
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