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Inspired by the statue line, this series builds a world around Wonder Woman in a sleek outfit leaning against an even sleeker Akira-esque motorcycle. Who wouldn’t want to learn more about what’s going on there? The DC Bombshells brand has had a good following, after a similar launch following an artistic origin. Fans of that line will likely enjoy the Gotham City Garage world as well. “A new series inspired by the DC Collectibles statue line. It’s been decades since Governor Lex Luthor turned Gotham City into a modern utopia, saving his people from the devastation that made the rest of the continent a wasteland. But his city isn’t paradise for everyone. If the Lexes network misfires, and a citizen […]

Hands down, this is the most exciting offering in this month’s Previews catalog! The 1981 Heavy Metal animated movie is an indelible part of my adolescence. The confluence of Star Wars in 1977, availability of cable television, and HBO’s rise to prominence in the early 80’s made this movie a foundational piece of entertainment in my youth. Gorgeous Alex Ross covers to boot! Must own. “Heavy Metal’s legendary character finally gets her own ongoing series courtesy of writer, Alex de Campi (No Mercy, Semiauto Magic) and artist Stephane Roux (Power Girl) delivering another tale of the immortal warrior’s quest to avenge injustice. Alex Ross provides two beautiful cover selections, launching this character into her greatest adventure – Comics.” Buy It […]

Hey, Marvel Fans, it’s LUKE CAGE #166! Our hero must save the world from inside prison! Legacy launches with a bang this month, as Marvel returns to legacy numbering with all of their long-running titles. This is a major jumping-on point for fans, both new and old. “CAGED, Part 1. Carl Lucas went to jail for a crime he didn’t commit and came out a new man: the hero Luke Cage. Now, Luke finds himself on the wrong side of the law and thrown back in prison again. What dark power has caged Luke once more and when the entire world is threatened, how can Luke Cage save everyone from the inside of a jail cell? PLUS: Includes 3 bonus […]

Here’s a pretty cool-looking new series from Paul Jenkins, who wrote Wolverine’s origin. It’s a ‘digital future powered by mythological gods.’ It’s worth a peek. “In the futuristic city of Delphi, a young digital-forensics investigator named Seneca finds himself embroiled in the bizarre murders of three church acolytes. Guided by his cryptic mentor, the Ruler named Hermes, Seneca uncovers a stunning conspiracy and a mystery that will turn his entire world upside down. From writer PAUL JENKINS (Inhumans, Wolverine: Origin) and artist HENDRY PRASETYA (Mighty Morphin Power Rangers) comes a unique vision of a digital future powered by mythological gods.” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: IMAGE TOP COW

Here’s another great new offering from Heavy Metal…an Iron Maiden mini-series. I don’t know why there hasn’t been comics based off the artwork of their albums before now. Their album covers are some of the most striking graphic images from that age. “When dark forces conspire to corrupt the fabric of reality, Eddie’s immortal soul is shattered and strewn across the cosmos, his unbound essence corrupting countless worlds. Now, a weakened, primal Eddie must journey across space and time to battle the twisted legions of The Beast, seek out the lost shards of his soul, and bring order to the realms. With each victory, and with the aid of old friends, Eddie will restore his fearsome powers as he draws […]

Sweet! Garth Ennis explores Frank Castle’s history. Ennis has written some of the best Punisher over the years, so I can’t wait to see what this mini-series explores. “By the time the Punisher was born in Vietnam, Frank Castle had already become a dark legend of the battlefield. Stories about him were told in whispers, if at all. Now the legendary Punisher team of Garth Ennis and Goran Parlov (PUNISHER MAX, FURY MAX) brings the first of those stories to light: the tale of Frank Castle’s first command, and his first kill. Don’t miss this epic new series. MAX/Parental Advisory” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: GARTH ENNIS (W), PUNISHER

Hey, Marvel Fans, it’s IRON FIST #73! Danny must team up with Sabretooth to save K’un-Lun. So, yeah, that’ll go smoothly. Legacy launches with a bang this month, as Marvel returns to legacy numbering with all of their long-running titles. This is a major jumping-on point for fans, both new and old. “SABRETOOTH ROUND TWO Part 1. SABRETOOTH first slashed his way into the pages of Marvel comics back in IRON FIST #14 and never looked back. But now Danny Rand, the legendary Iron Fist, has a problem only Sabretooth can help him solve. Something is threatening the very existence of K’un-Lun, and the Iron Fist must do whatever he can to protect it, even if it means convincing his […]

Hmm, interesting… A 6-part mega-event called Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations (IDIC) starts with this issue. This looks like it could be a sort-of ‘Infinite Crisis’ for the Star Trek multi-verse. And that’s exciting. “Part 1 of a 6-issue mega-event: I.D.I.C. Scores of realities collide as ‘Infinite Diversity in Infinite Combinations’ takes on a new meaning for Captain Kirk and his crew… with the fate of all realities at stake. Bullet points: * Each issue delves into a section of the multiverse–some familiar to Trek fans, some brand new. * B cover by Marvel artist Tana Ford (Silk).” Buy It Now Related shopping tags: STAR TREK, STAR TREK (NEW FILM SERIES) (2009)

If you’re a fan of Adventure Time, Munchkin, or Trolls comics, the writer, Dave Scheidt, is writing his own creation in a monthly series. Should be fun! “Milo is just your average twelve-year-old boy. His loving parents are mummies, and his babysitters are witches. When Milo isn’t busy at school or visiting the comic book store, he loves to hang out with cool teen vampires, play with magical kitties, visit a family of talking dogs, and avoid a love-crazed gorilla at all costs. You know, typical kid stuff. Dave Scheidt, writer of Adventure Time, Munchkin, and Trolls comics debuts his own new monthly series. Fun, kinetic art by Aw Yeah Comics. artist Scoot McMahon.” Buy It Now