We all want the best of the best, so let us point out the hottest comics released each week. We spotlight our favorite comics that we know are money-well-spent and new books that look cool and are backed by some top-tier talent.
Check out our picks, then take to the comments to let us know what looks good to you!
Written & Drawn by Bryan Hitch | DC
The second month of DC Rebirth begins this week, and DC is adding another big gun to the lineup. DC's premier super-team is going through an overhaul in membership these days, most notably with the addition of the pre-Flashpoint Superman to the team. This issue deals with squarely with that change. How do the other Leaguers react to the idea of this Superman taking over for the old one? Can they trust him?
This issue should also appeal to Bryan Hitch fans, as he's both writing and drawing this opening one-shot before turning over art duties to Tony Daniel. And with this issue finished, that means Hitch will finally be able to go back and wrap up his work on the unfinished Justice League of America, too.
Written by Michael Uslan & Drawn by Giovanni Timpano | Dynamite
Pulp fans probably know that Green Hornet Brett Reid is the grandnephew of Lone Ranger Brett Reid. Yet somehow, it's taken the better part of a century for a story to fully explore that family link. This new mini-series explores the links between the two heroes and the massive conflict that links Lone Ranger's exploits to those of his descendant. It's an intriguing concept for a team-up book, even if the long decades between them mean we never see the two heroes actually team up. But we have a sneaking suspicion that we might see these two masked vigilantes fighting alongside each other anyway.
Written by Magdalene Visaggio & Drawn by Eva Cabrera | Black Mask
This colorful new sci-fi series follows a bounty hunting duo called The Fighting Kims as they battle their way across the galaxy in search of adventure and cold, hard cash. It's been compared to everything from Cowboy Bebop to Blade Runner to Jack Kerouac's On the Road. That pitch alone (plus the dynamic visual style) would be enough to pique our interest, but we're especially intrigued by the character-first focus of the book. Writer Magdalene Visaggio is promising a deep, well-rounded look at both Kims, one of whom is transgender (and whose portrayal will be informed by Visaggio's own transition process). Basically, expect a nice balance of goofy humor and deep characterization from this one.
Written by Dan Slott & Drawn by Giuseppe Camuncoli | Marvel
This issue brings the current "Power Play" arc to a big conclusion as Marvel's heroes clash with the power-stealing Regent. But the big news is right there on the cover - Mary Jane Watson is apparently donning the Iron Spider costume and joining the fray. Ever since she joined Tony Stark's quest last year, we've been curious to see what role she'd play in the Marvel Universe, and this issue looks to be a major step forward for the character, one that hopefully helps define her beyond her connections to Tony or Peter.
Written by Charles Schulz & Jason Cooper & Drawn by Various | BOOM
It's been great to see the Peanuts gang continuing their adventures at BOOOM Studios these past few years. These comics have managed to capture all the charm, melancholy and whimsy of the original comic strip. Sadly, that run is coming to an end. But at least BOOM is ending their Peanuts saga on a fitting note. This oversized finale sees Charlie Brown help Snoopy cope when the latter learns that the Daisy Hill Puppy Farm is closing down for good.
Written by Mark Russell & Drawn by Steve Pugh | DC
The Flintstones is the fourth and final addition to DC's lineup of Hanna-Barbera revamps. Not all of these books have been immediate home runs (though Future Quest #1 certainly was), but it's been interesting to see these classic cartoon icons reinterpreted in new ways. Now we'll find out how the Modern Stone Age Family will fare. It doesn't appear that the new Flintstones comic is as dramatic a departure as Scooby Apocalypse, but it is clear that DC is looking to spruce up a familiar formula. Hopefully it pays off.
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