Spiral Comics Logo

‘First Impressions’ Category

First Impression: MARVEL ZOMBIES: RESPAWN [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
MARVEL ZOMBIES: RESPAWN [2019] #1

If this is the first time you’ve heard of the Marvel Zombies, you’d be surprised to know how many series these insatiable, rotting corpses have had. “THE HORROR SMASH-HIT LIVES AGAIN. When Galactus’ corpse appears at the edge of Earth’s solar system, the Avengers, X-Men and Fantastic Four investigate. Too late, they discover that Galactus’ body is now the vessel of an interstellar terror, which one-by-one transforms Earth’s Mightiest Heroes into the universe’s most terrifying predators. As our heroes try to escape the superpowered, cannibalistic aberrations that were once their friends and family, will any survive? And even if they do, can they hope to protect Earth from the infestation that has already claimed half of the known universe? Don’t […]

First Impression: ROM: DIRE WRAITHS [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
ROM: DIRE WRAITHS [2019] #1

IDW is building their Hasbro stable back up…the return of Rom! “‘Inhumanauts,’ Part 1: In 1969, two American astronauts became the first humans to set foot on Earth’s moon… but they found something inhuman waiting for them. With Rom the Spaceknight nowhere in sight, can even the Earth Corp help prevent one giant leap for Wraithkind? Plus. Find out where Rom is in a special back-up story with art by Guy Dorian Sr. and Rom legend Sal Buscema. * The return of Rom. * Helmed by Rom fan-favorite writer Chris Ryall and new-to-ROM artist Luca Pizzari (Weapon X, Black Knight).” Pre-Order Now Related shopping tags: ROM

First Impression: BATMAN’S GRAVE [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
BATMAN'S GRAVE [2019] #1

Are you kidding me? This is definitely must-read for Batman fans! “The World’s Greatest Detective must try to inhabit the mind of a murder victim to solve a case-without filling the empty grave next to those of his parents. Can Batman imagine the life of a corpse with a half-eaten face without dying himself? Warren Ellis and Bryan Hitch, one of the most legendary creative partnerships of the modern age, reunite in this maxiseries about life, death and the questions most are too afraid to ask.” Pre-Order Now Interested in Getting Started In BATMAN comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: BATMAN, BATMAN FAMILY TITLES, WARREN ELLIS (W)

First Impression: NOMEN OMEN [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
NOMEN OMEN [2019] #1

Image kicks off another new series with this one from writer and RPG creator Marco B. Bucci. Who doesn’t like a collision of dark witchcraft and suspense? “SERIES PREMIERE ‘TOTAL ECLIPSE OF THE HEART,’ Part One No matter how fast you run, sooner or later your past will catch up with you. Enter Becky Kumar, a geeky twenty-year-old from New York City who is about to cross the veil between our reality and a realm of otherworldly truths. From writer and RPG creator MARCO B. BUCCI (Magna Veritas, Memento Mori) and artist JACOPO CAMAGNI (X-Men Blue, Deadpool The Duck) comes a tale of tales, witchcraft, and secrets for mature readers that rewires the rules of urban fantasy. #doyouwannaknowasecret.” Pre-Order Now

First Impression: SNOOPY: A BEAGLE OF MARS [2019-SC]

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
SNOOPY: A BEAGLE OF MARS [2019-SC]

Wow! A new, original graphic novel starring Snoopy!?! Just when you thought no other artist besides Schulz could draw Peanuts characters, something wonderful comes along. Snoopy and NASA have had a long history together–beginning with Apollo 10–and this project is part of a multi-year agreement to inspire a passion for space exploration and STEM education among students. “FLYING ACE TO ASTRONAUT IN SPACE. * In the all-new Original Graphic Novel, SNOOPY: A BEAGLE OF MARS, Snoopy, the world-famous astronaut, heads to the stars in his most out-of-this-world adventure yet. What mysteries does the red planet hold? Will he find water? Will he find life? Will he find the time to get in a quick nine holes? * Snoopy grabs his […]

First Impression: SPIDER-VERSE [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
SPIDER-VERSE [2019] #1

More Spider-Verse coolness. Can’t get enough of the infinite spins on Spider-Man. (See what I did there?) ” Miles Morales finally feels like he GETS this Spider-Man stuff… and then falls through a portal. But isn’t the WEB OF LIFE and DESTINY destroyed? Maybe not, True Believer. But who spun this new web? Regardless, Miles finds himself at the center of a multiversal adventure that will feature a who’s who of creators and characters as the series spins forward. And each issue features #SPIDERSONAS from some of the biggest Spidey fans and comic creators both. Rated T+.” Pre-Order Now Interested in Getting Started In SPIDER-MAN (MILES MORALES) comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: SPIDER-MAN, SPIDER-MAN (MILES […]

First Impression: STAR WARS ADVENTURES [2017] #27

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
STAR WARS ADVENTURES [2017] #27

Whoa! The Journey to the Rise of Skywalker includes the Wookies defending Kashyyyk from the First Order?!? I can hardly wait for this movie! “In this first installment of a three-part story, the mighty Wookiees of Kashyyk must defend their home against the armies of the evil First Order. Plus, in our second tale, R2-D2, C-3PO, and BB-8 team up on a top-secret spy adventure for the Resistance.” Pre-Order Now Interested in Getting Started In STAR WARS comic books? Check out our guide here. Related shopping tags: IDW STAR WARS ADVENTURES, STAR WARS, STAR WARS (NEW CANON) [2014]

First Impression: BASKETFUL OF HEADS [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
BASKETFUL OF HEADS [2019] #1

DC kicks off a brand new imprint with a brand new mini-series from horror mastermind Joe Hill! “The rain lashes the grassy dunes of Brody Island, and seagulls scream above the bay. A slender figure in a raincoat carries a large wicker basket, which looks like it might be full of melons… covered by a bloodstained scrap of the American flag. This is the story of June Branch, a young woman trapped with four cunning criminals who have snatched her boyfriend for deranged reasons of their own. Now she must fight for her life with the help of an impossible 8th-century Viking axe that can pass through a man’s neck in a single swipe-and leave the severed head still conscious […]

First Impression: MARKED [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | August 11th, 2019
MARKED [2019] #1

This new series from Image Shadowline and writers David Hine and Brian Haberlin has a really cool-looking premise. Definitely worth checking out! “SERIES PREMIERE DOUBLE-SIZED FOR SINGLE PRICE. THEIR MAGIC IS CHANNELED THROUGH THEIR TATTOOS. The Marked may look like cool young influencers, but beneath the designer clothes, their bodies are tattooed with the magical glyphs of an ancient order that secretly protects the world against evil forces. With no new occult threats, The Marked use their tattooed powers solely for the pursuit of pleasure until a young woman called Liza creates a dangerous new form of Hybrid Sorcery. The party is over for The Marked. You’ll believe in magic-terrifying, soul-destroying magic.” Pre-Order Now Related shopping tags: IMAGE SHADOWLINE

First Impression: RELICS OF YOUTH [2019] #1

by Glenn Snow | July 15th, 2019
RELICS OF YOUTH [2019] #1

Another very intriguing, new series from Vault! “Nat Rodrigues keeps dreaming of an island. Soon, the dreams become waking visions. Alone and concerned, Nat manages to locate other teenagers across the globe who share her intense obsession with the unmapped enclave. And then, the strangest part: Every one of them wakes one morning with a mysterious tattoo. A tattoo only the six of them can see. Now, each of them knows-no matter the obstacles in their way… they must discover this unknown paradise.” Pre-Order Now