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Spiral Comics February 2019 Newsletter

by Glenn Snow | February 16th, 2019
CAPTAIN MARVEL [2019] #1

WELCOME Hello, comic fans! The comic industry is still going strong with tons of new, great-looking stuff for eager fans like us. You can always check out the brand new series on our Brand New Series page. Captain Marvel will be out before our next newsletter, and I’m really excited about this latest chapter of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). If you didn’t catch it, Peter David had an awesome reply to Bill Maher’s insults to comic fans. I really appreciate PD’s view of comic characters as modern-day myths-in-the-making. And finally, super mad props go out to DC for including nearly every one of their variant covers in the latest pre-order catalog. Cover art is a large part of the […]

First Impression: STAR WARS: GALAXY’S EDGE [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
GALAXY'S EDGE [2019] #1

This looks pretty cool. Definitely worth checking out for any Star Wars fan. “A CALL TO ADVENTURE ON THE VERY EDGE OF THE GALAXY. THE COMIC TIE-IN TO THE THEME PARK. BLACK SPIRE OUTPOST has long been frequented by smugglers, merchants and travelers from every corner of the galaxy looking to make their score on the infamous black market – or experience the exotic thrills only the remote world of Batuu has to offer. Beings like the infamous DOK-ONDAR, a proprietor of rare and one-of-a-kind antiquities, thrive on the unique opportunities which abound on the lawless outpost at the very edge of Wild Space. But the evil FIRST ORDER has come to Batuu and the survival of the entire outpost […]

First Impression: NARCOS [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
NARCOS [2019] #1

Cool, a little 4-issue mini-series that ties into the Netflix show of the same name! “Spinning out of the hit Netflix original show comes a new four-issue mini-series further detailing the intrigue and danger of the international drug trade of the 1990’s. Two new recruits bring danger to DEA agents Murphy and Pena, while Pablo must contend with a dangerous threat to his drug empire. New stories bringing to light the tangled web of power and money in ’90s Columbia. A can’t-miss for fans of crime stories inspired by true events.” Pre-Order Now Related shopping tags: TELEVISION TIE-IN

First Impression: MARVEL TEAM-UP [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
MARVEL TEAM-UP [2019] #1

My greatest hope for this series is that it maintains quality and longevity, introducing great, new characters that carry over into the mainstream Marvel Universe. It’s classic series like this that acted as a sort of try-out for concepts and characters. Fingers crossed! “THE CLASSIC MARVEL TEAM-UP RETURNS. After a science demonstration at Empire State University goes awry, Ms. Marvel and Spider-Man find themselves tangled up in the same chaotic adventure. Is it destiny? Or disaster? Eve L. Ewing (IRONHEART) and Joey Vazquez (SPIDER-GEDDON) team up for the first thrilling arc of a mind-bending and magnificent new series. Rated T+.” Pre-Order Now Interested in Getting Started In SPIDER-MAN (PETER PARKER) comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: […]

First Impression: BIG HERO 6: THE SERIES [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
BIG HERO 6: THE SERIES [2019] #1

What has taken so long for follow-on Big Hero 6 material, animated or print?!? I really hope this materializes! “Based on the hit Disney Channel series. Hiro, Honey Lemon, Wasabi and Go Go are all off on a class trip for the day-leaving Fred at home to defend San Fransokyo. He’d better come up with a strategy, just in case-and what better way to do that than by writing his very own Big Hero 6 comic book. Join Hiro, Wasabi, Fred, Go Go, Honey Lemon and Baymax for new adventures, new friends, and new adversaries as the Big Hero 6 team continues to fight to protect San Fransokyo.” Pre-Order Now Related shopping tags: BIG HERO 6

Cool Cover Alert: ROBOTECH [2017] #19 SDF-1 CVR C

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
ROBOTECH [2017] #19 SDF-1 CVR C

This is a pretty sweet Robotech cover! “On the threshold of Event Horizon, the universe holds it breath. Legendary writer Simon Furman (Transformers) and dynamic artist Hendry Prasetya (Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers) gear up for a new event that will leave fans reeling.” Pre-Order Now Interested in Getting Started In ROBOTECH comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: ROBOTECH, ROBOTECH – PRIMARY CANON

First Impression: AMAZING SPIDER-MAN [1963] #252 FACSIMILE EDITION (2019)

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
AMAZING SPIDER-MAN [1963] #252 FACSIMILE EDITION (2019)

If the original #252 is out of reach for you, consider picking up this sweet ‘Facsimile Edition!’ “The stunning debut of Spider-Man’s black suit – the alien costume that would one day become Venom. As Spidey makes his homecoming from the super hero Secret Wars, he returns with a miraculous new outfit, a striking black-and-white Spider-Man costume that morphs and responds to his very thoughts – allowing him to change back to Peter Parker at will. But is it possible that this miraculous article of alien clothing may have a mind of its own? With New Yorkers made uneasy by his new look and the Secret Wars photos he took far too alien to sell to the Daily Bugle, can […]

First Impression: SAMURAI JACK: LOST WORLDS [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
SAMURAI JACK: LOST WORLDS [2019] #1

A new Samurai Jack mini-series from IDW! The cartoon was so awesome. If it can’t live on in animation, I love that the story continues in comics! “‘Samurai Jack 2.0’. Under the leadership of the benevolent Samurai Jack, society has prospered-everything is in line with his philosophies, his storied stoicism, and of course his hair. Of course, this is all news to Jack who doesn’t much care for this impostor using his name. But which one is the real Samurai Jack? A bold new miniseries from Paul Allor (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universe,Clue) and Adam Bryce Thomas (Sonic the Hedgehog). A new Samurai Jack adventure in every issue.” Pre-Order Now Related shopping tags: SAMURAI, SAMURAI JACK

First Impression: METALSHARK BRO! [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
METALSHARK BRO! [2019] #1

A cool-looking new series from Scout Comics! Supposedly, it’s perfect for fans of Aqua Teen Hunger Force and Rick and Morty. That’s some pretty good company there. “The next entry in the new BINGE. Imprint where Scout releases a World Premiere issue followed by the entire story a few months later in one volume. What the Fin is a Metalshark Bro? Well, here’s the liner notes summary: a traditional shark stumbles upon Satan’s nephew and is forcibly given anthropomorphic qualities. With his newfound human physique and propensity for violence, he’s tasked with collecting the souls of those that have sworn allegiance to Satan. The only problem? He just wants to be a normal shark again. Naturally, he swears bloody vengeance […]

First Impression: SYMBIOTE SPIDER-MAN [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | February 15th, 2019
SYMBIOTE SPIDER-MAN [2019] #1

What a cool concept! A Peter David/Greg Land Spider-Man tale from the ‘black costume’ days before we knew the symbiote was the nefarious ‘Venom.’ And Mysterio is the main baddie! This will be epic. “Everyone knows that Spider-Man’s infamous black suit would someday become the wicked web-slinger called Venom – but what happened BEFORE Peter Parker discovered the black suit’s sinister secret? Find out in this dynamic tale from comics legends PETER DAVID and GREG LAND. Set during the original ‘Black Suit Saga,’ this is an all-new tale that pits the wall-crawling wonder against that most mystifying of menaces…MYSTERIO. Rated T.” Pre-Order Now Interested in Getting Started In SPIDER-MAN (PETER PARKER) comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping […]