Each week, ComicsXF staff offer their recommendations for what to read. New comics come out Wednesdays. See your local comic shop for more info.
And if you own a local comic shop and would like to sponsor the CXF weekly Staff Picks, email contact@comicsxf.com.
DC
Rasmus’ pick: Legion of Super-Heroes #1: 1,000 years after the Last Son of Krypton’s rocket crashed on the Kent Farm, superheroes are outlawed. Deadly enforcers known as the Persuaders keep the populace of the United Planets in check. Worlds are at war. And this dark tomorrow’s last glimmer of hope, R.J. Brande, has been murdered. Can the mysterious Brainiac 1 of 5 solve Brande’s murder? To restore hope to the universe, he must assemble a legion of gifted young rebels from across the cosmos. Written by Joshua Williamson and drawn by Hayden Sherman. ($3.99) Long live the Legion!
Scott’s pick: The Doom Patrol #1: The Doom Patrol is broke. Adopting a heroes-for-hire business model to stave off financial and emotional ruin, the team finds itself responding to a simple case — a missing cat. But when the case proves far from simple, the world’s strangest heroes find themselves pulled into a truly out-of-this-world situation. Written by Darcy Van Poelgeest and drawn by Niko Henrichon. ($3.99) Listen to Van Poelgeest talk about the series on The ComicsXF Interview Podcast.
Tony’s pick: Superman — The Stranger #1: During the day, Clark Kent does what he can to make ends meet in the bustling city of Metropolis, but when the sun goes down, he leaps into action to keep the city streets safe. As Superman, Clark fights for a better tomorrow, but he feels like he’s not affecting change. The rich keep getting richer, and the poor struggle to survive. Can Superman truly save the downtrodden? By Wes Craig. ($4.99)
Batman/Superman/Weird Al: World’s Weirdest #1: The fifth dimension is being hit with an affliction that turns everything dull and ordinary, but as Mr. Mxyzptlk reaches out to Superman and Batman for help, the same plague has hit Earth. There’s only one person to call: Weird Al Yankovic. Written by Mark Waid and drawn by Dan Schoening and Fico Ossio. ($4.99)
Batman #13: Somewhere in the Gotham City Police Department, Vandal Savage hides a chemical weapon designed to kill Poison Ivy. But if Ivy dies, there will be no ending the night of Bad Seeds, for Gotham City or anywhere else. This sounds like a job for Batman. Written by Matt Fraction and drawn by Matteo Scalera. ($4.99) Previously, in “Bad Seeds” …
Marvel
Daredevil #6: The dust may be settling after Daredevil’s climactic collision with Omen, but they don’t call New York the “City That Never Sleeps” for nothing! Just when he could use a break, DD is going to find himself caught in the crossfire as New York’s criminal element threaten to tear each other and the entire city apart. Written by Stephanie Phillips and drawn by Flaviano. ($4.99) Check out a preview.
Image
M.A.S.K. #4: When an out-of-control V.E.N.O.M. agent sets fire to New Orleans, can Dusty Hayes and Matt Trakker stop the destruction without the loss of lives? Written by Dan Watters and drawn by Marco Ferrari. ($3.99)
Oni Press
Austin’s pick: Archie #1: For his entire life, 17-year-old Archie Andrews has had it all: adoring friends, football glory and a natural charm that always seems to make him the center of attention. Now, through his eyes, experience the warmth and wonder of Riverdale and its near-infinite roster of residents, as Archie embarks on a whirlwind, all-star adventure through his town’s past, present and future. Written by Ben H. Winters and drawn by Fabio Moon. ($4.99) Listen to Winters talk about the series on The ComicsXF Interview Podcast.
Dan’s pick: A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts: Sixteen-year-old Ari Ackerman just witnessed a murder. Or two. Or maybe he didn’t. He’s not quite sure. What he does know is that he loves the Washington, D.C., punk scene and is trying very hard to process the perpetual impending death (and frequent resurrections) of his cancer-stricken father. Ari’s best friend, Maya Meng, just wants to hang out and go see Jawbox play at the Black Cat. But sadly, an escalating series of unexplained deaths can really ruin a perfectly good day. By Oliver Mertz and Alex Diotto. ($29.99) Listen to Mertz talk about the book on The ComicsXF Interview Podcast, and our Wednesday Warrior Workout review of the book.
Ignition Press
Adam’s pick: Sicko #2: Val turns the tables and hits the road with Jono in tow … as her hostage. A trip through a reality-altering roadside attraction causes them both to lay their cards on the table, and Jono reveals the history of the organization that’s after her, but is he telling the truth? And is he really Val’s hostage, or is this part of a larger plan? By Tini Howard and Amilcar Pinna. ($4.99)
