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Penn’s pick: DC x Sonic the Hedgehog — The Metal Legion #1: Mysterious mechanical rings have appeared on both worlds, linking them together and leading to all things wonderful, worrisome and weird. The heroes are happily reunited, but little do they suspect there’s a sinister origin to their reunions. Written by Ian Flynn and drawn by Adam Bryce Thomas. ($3.99) Buy it here.
Adam’s pick: Jubilee — Deadly Reunion #1: Jubilation Lee always puts her life on the line for those in need — but for family? She’ll do anything. When the cousin she never knew is in sudden need of help, Jubilee tracks him down to save him. But Jubilee may find that her familial bonds aren’t as strong as she hoped. What secrets does her cousin hold? And what dangerous mutant power does he wield?! Written by Gene Luen Yang and drawn by Michael YG. ($4.99) More info here. | Buy it here.
Dan’s pick: If Destruction Be Our Lot #1: Humanity is extinct, and all that remains are the robots who once helped us. The robots who once helped us are happier now, doing their work without human interference. But not Abe. He believes there must be something more out there. After nearly getting killed, he’s determined to wander the Earth until he finds it — or gets recycled trying. Written by Matthew and Mark Elijah Rosenberg and drawn by Andy MacDonald for Image Comics. ($4.99) Listen to Matthew Rosenberg talk about the series on The ComicsXF Interview Podcast. | Buy it here.
Austin’s pick: Cyclops #4: When Cyclops loses Mei to Pierce, he captures one of his prized Reavers as revenge. How will Cyclops use his new hostage to his advantage? And will Mei escape the clutches of Pierce’s Reaver army? Written by Alex Paknadel and drawn by Roge Antonio. ($3.99) Check out a preview. | Buy it here.
Rasmus’ pick: Batman #9: After making a sinister deal with Mayor Isley, Commissioner Vandal Savage initiates “Operation Peregrine,” sending his brutal TUCO squads across Gotham City on a singular mission: bring in the Batman. Batman and his team must destroy and abandon their hideouts, safeguard their data and escape the long arm of the law, but not everyone will make it safely through the night. Written by Matt Fraction and drawn by Ryan Sook. ($4.99) Previously, in Batman … | Buy it here.
Scott’s pick: Batgirl #19: Trapped in the Spirit World, Batgirl and her allies race to save Wu Lin and stop the Curse of the Blood as she is faced with making the ultimate sacrifice. As ancient powers collide, Cassandra Cain must decide what kind of family she’s willing to fight for. Written by Tate Brombal and drawn by Takeshi Miyazawa. ($3.99) Check out this Cass-centric episode of BatChat. | Buy it here.
Matt’s pick: Star Wars Insider #237: This final ever issue features an exclusive interview with outgoing Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy, a preview of The Mandalorian and Grogu, a look atthe SFX of Star Wars, interviews with Andor editor John Gilroy and the Star Wars creature shop’s Neal Scanlan on Ahsoka Season Two, and exclusive Star Wars short fiction. Published by Titan. ($9.99) Buy it here.
Also out this week
X-Men #29: The Danger Room’s victory seems all but assured with the X-Men scattered, broken and beaten. But the X-Men have been thought dead and buried before, and always have they risen from the graves their enemies put them in. Written by Jed MacKay and drawn by Netho Diaz. ($4.99) Check out a preview. | Buy it here.
Absolute Superman #19: King Shazam has risen with a power unlike anything Superman has faced before. What connection does he have to Brainiac and the mysterious Father Box? Plus, another classic character has made their Absolute debut, though it remains to be seen if they’re a friend or foe of the Man of Steel. Written by Jason Aaron and drawn by Rafa Sandoval. ($4.99) Previously, in Absolute stuff … | Buy it here.
Ben 10 #1: When a mysterious meteor crashes to Earth, 10-year-old Ben Tennyson discovers the Omnitrix, a high-tech alien gauntlet of incredible power and potential. With this device on his wrist, Ben has the power to transform into incredible alien forms. But can he control this power? If the story sounds familiar, think again. Written by Joe Casey and drawn by Robert Carey for Dynamite. ($4.99) 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.
