Predator vs. Punisher #1

FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER! THE PUNISHER TAKES ON THE PREDATOR!

NEW YORK CITY becomes a hunting ground when a PREDATOR arrives looking for worthy prey and finds FRANK CASTLE! As crime bosses fall, the body count rises and the streets run red, two legendary killers violently collide in a brutal showdown that has been decades in the making. Featuring a murderers' row of underworld villains including KINGPIN, JIGSAW, SILVERMANE, THE OWL and more!

The Snail #1

From the twisted mind of Eisner Award-winning writer GARTH ENNIS (creator of The Boys and Preacher) and long-time artist collaborator JOHN McCREA (Hitman, The Demon, DEAD EYES) comes this disturbing, psychedelic tale of lust, greed, power, and possession. When you are offered your heart’s desire, what (and who) are you willing to sacrifice to achieve it? And should you really be making that deal with a... talking snail? An all-new, standalone horror tale from the top talent brought to fans by the Ninth Circle line of comics.

RACHEL'S PICK OF THE WEEK:

Scott Pilgrim EX: Dawn of Metal Scott #1

Multiple Eisner Award winner Bryan Lee O'Malley returns to Scott Pilgrim for the first time since the bestselling series' conclusion... with a brand-new, one-shot prequel to the hit Scott Pilgrim EX video game!

Scott met Ramona. Sparks flew. The two of them had to work together in order to defeat Ramona's Seven Evil Exes and their nefarious leader, Gideon Gordon Graves. Some other stuff happened in various media formats that may or may not be canon. That's all in the past. These days, Scott and Ramona are a happy couple and the Exes have moved on from their unhealthy obsessions. I guess they all got therapy or whatever. Now, after a period of peace, a new threat is about to emerge. Are our heroes ready? Let's find out!!!

Features the complete 16-page DAWN OF METAL SCOTT prequel comic, plus never-before-seen extras!

RACHEL'S PICK OF THE WEEK:

Emperor Doom #1

Doctor Doom conquers the world — but the Avengers won't stand for that! Earth's Mightiest Heroes take on Marvel's greatest villain in an all-time classic graphic novel reprinted in comic-book format! Amplifying the Purple Man's mind-control powers, Doctor Doom bends the whole planet to his will...save for one man. One Wonder Man! Simon Williams' ionic nature keeps his mind clear; all he needs to do is to persuade his fellow Avengers to his cause — and you can bet that Captain America has what it takes to spearhead the resistance! Doom's reign may have made Earth a better place, but is world peace worth the complete and total loss of free will? That's the philosophical quandary at the heart of this super-hero saga!

Reprinting MARVEL GRAPHIC NOVEL: EMPEROR DOOM (1987).

I Saw Spawn: A Twisted Christmas Tale #1

The sequel to last year’s acclaimed Christmas horror story, I SAW SANTA! Writers CHRIS KILLIAN & ANDREW SANDERS take readers back to the twisted world of serial killers, Santa, and of course Spawn. The North Pole is shaken by a gruesome massacre that bears the signature of serial killer, Charlie Kohl. As Santa Claus investigates, dark forces begin to corrupt Santa's workshop from within, and it’s clear Spawn is the only one who might be able to put a stop to this terribly twisted Christmas. The tale unfolds with the glorious art of TODOR HRISTOV. Truly a new Holiday tradition not to be missed!

DAN'S PICK OF THE WEEK:

Godzilla vs. America: New York City #1

Hey, I’m smashin’ here!

The city that never sleeps is in for a rude awakening as Godzilla makes its way from one coast to another to take a bite out of the Big Apple. New York City’s next smash hit is going to be on Broadway, off Broadway, and actually all around Broadway—and no amount of fast walking or turnstile hopping will help you escape this time!

A youse you of top NYC comic talent assembles to bring Godzilla to the city that created comics. If Godzilla can wreck it here, Godzilla can wreck it anywhere!

Penthouse Comics #1

The best-selling Penthouse Comics returns for a bold new volume, bringing readers a new collection of comics, photoshoots, and unexpected surprises. In Miss October, the mystery deepens as a serial killer continues targeting women and moving ever closer to Penthouse’s own Miss October. With Lieutenant Clegg’s investigation at a standstill, Viktor is forced to take a dangerous leap of faith to find the answers they need before time runs out. This new volume also introduces two striking fantasy epics. Conquests plunges readers into a brutal ancient world where the Scythians, Sarmatians, and Atlantean sorcerers unite as the Horde of the Living, an unlikely alliance forged to challenge the arrogance and violence of a Hittite king. In Layla, a fallen kingdom is pulled into chaos by a woman of impossible beauty and terrifying power. Grenoye, a young man known as Frog, is obsessed with finding the mysterious Layla after a chance encounter in the Scarlet Marshes. But he is not the only one drawn to her. King Ragnar Falx also seeks Layla, and the red Carbuncle stone she wears, a source of power that could bring assassinations, betrayals, war, and ruin to the kingdom. Dark, seductive, violent, and fantastical, Penthouse Comics Year Two expands the world of Penthouse Comics with new stories of obsession, power, desire, and danger.

Minor Threats: The Cleaner #1

Twilight City is a hard place to live — and an easier place to die. But some bodies never make the headlines. When the capes make a mess too big to bury, they call one number: THE CLEANER.

By day, David O’Halloran is a struggling small business owner. By night, he’s the spandex world's last call for cleanup — disposing of the un-disposable with precision, secrecy, and a price. But when his path crosses with the deadly and dazzling Diamond Dahlia, everything changes. She has a secret past with the legendary vigilante The Insomniac, and it’s about to erupt onto the blood-slicked streets.

It's superhero noir from Gerry Duggan (X-Men, Deadpool, Falling in Love On The Path To Hell and superstar artist Mark Torres (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles).

My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic #1

The Mane Six are about to turn an accident into an ADVENTURE in this all-new Friendship is Magic tale!

Come along for the ride as award-winning author Seanan McGuire and beloved My Little Pony artist Amy Mebberson bring fans new stories from the heart of Equestria!

When a Pinkie Pie prank turns into a birthday cake disaster, one of Twilight Sparkle’s beloved books is ruined in the chaos. The Mane Six must set out on a quest to find a new copy of the book that Twilight Sparkle believes might hold the key to learning how to fix broken friendships.

This debut issue of the all-new BOOM! My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic series has been created with fans old and young alike in mind! So giddy-up, reader, as we return to the land of Equestria with a whole series of never-before-seen adventures for Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Fluttershy, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, and Rarity!

WALLY'S PICK OF THE WEEK:

Vampire: The Masquerade – Wake in Hate #1

When a city on edge becomes a feeding ground, one vampire is sent into the chaos to uncover what's really hunting amidst the protests. In the shadows of a city on fire, the bloody feed on every screen has spilled into the streets. Amidst the turmoil, whispers spread of bodies drained in the chaos, killings too precise to be human. When suspicion falls on vampires exploiting the unrest, the powers that be turn to Silky, enigmatic owner of The Dutchman bar, to uncover the truth.

Dick Tracy Veteran's Day Special #1

TRACES OF WAR

Dick Tracy is a soldier on the front lines of the deadliest conflict the world's ever seen. Today's assignment is supposed to be easy: Dick's assigned to protect a camera crew gathering footage of the glories of battle. But there is nothing glorious about war. And this one will haunt the detective-to-be for years to come. A hard-hitting standalone special from Alex Segura and Michael Moreci, with special guests Keir Graff and Francesco Scimonelli!

Artists from the Abyss: Charlie Adlard #1

From the depths of the endless abyss... EC Comics and Oni Press proudly present the first in a new series of one-shot celebrations spotlighting the boldest and bloodiest talents from EC's new class of caustic cartoonists! (Take it from us: They really put the "ill" in "illustrator," heh heh!) Our first victim? Comics legend and Eisner Award–winning artist Charlie Adlard (The Walking Dead, Of the Earth)!

For the first time between two covers, survey Adlard's punishing portfolio of uninvited resurrections, souls sold cheap, and spectacularly sadistic horrors as illustrated in the immortal EC Comics manner (with lots and lots of red, naturally). Plus: A brand-new, never-before-told tale reuniting Adlard with acclaimed writer and fellow survivor of the Tormentor's rack: Chris Condon (Ultimate Wolverine, That Texas Blood)!This is sure to be the most murderous mag you'll read all winter! Shovel and lyme not included.

Immortal Coil #1

Immortal Coil is a dark fantasy comic series that reimagines Norse mythology through the lens of eldritch horror. In a modern world where Ragnarok was a lie, Loki returns to expose the gods' greatest deception and awaken an ancient cosmic terror that will bring about the second coming of Ragnarok. Ancient gods, forgotten heirs, and unimaginable cosmic forces collide in a battle for reality itself. Rich with gothic atmosphere, brutal action, and mythological intrigue, this series from Third Contact Comics delivers a fresh take on the Norse apocalypse for fans of THE SANDMAN, HELLBLAZER, and LUCIFER.

Josie and the Pussycats: Rock On! #1

Riverdale is hosting the first ever GIRLZ ROCK festival in Pickens Park, with none other than JOSIE AND THE PUSSYCATS headlining. Also joining in the music mania is Betty, Veronica, and Jola Kitt's own power trio, ROCK CANDI!

But when some of Jola’s old, rough-around-the-edges friends from her previous hometown decide to invade the festival and start a ruckus, they’re going to need extra help to get things under control. And even Josie and the Pussycats’ new head of security detail, Kip Burland a.k.a. THE BLACK HOOD, feels outnumbered.

Fortunately, Betty and Veronica have a trick up their sleeve: they’re calling the VIXENS into action. But will the biker girls have what it takes to restore peace and get the concert back on track? Find out in this ROCK-TASTIC spectacular!

MEG'S PICK OF THE WEEK:

Club Nephilim: Double Indulgence #1

An all-new special edition collecting issues #0 and #1 of the the all new hit spin-off series from the world of Mercy Sparx! A supernatural, action/packed, and sometimes erotic, stand/alone saga featuring the supernatural bazaar and brothel, Club Nephilim, led by the rogue angel Ladara - a former servant of Heaven who now tends to her own flock of outcasts.

Valiant Beyond: Bloodshot – Toy Soldiers #1

ENTER THE MAZE!

After surviving an almost complete system failure inside a nuclear reactor, Bloodshot and Bloodbyte are determined to uncover the truth behind Red OPS.

Recent missions in Japan and Chernobyl — where Bloodshot faced enemies like the vampire yakuza Udo and the powerful psiot Dragunov — have left him questioning everything he thought he knew about his past and allegiance.

Now the trail leads somewhere impossible: the Backrooms, a parallel dimension where Red OPS quietly runs its global system from behind reality itself.

But once you step inside, there’s no guarantee you come back out the same.

Part one of a two-part finale arc begins here.

Dead Stop #1

The wheels are turning and the heads are rolling! Thirty years ago a tragic car accident left six people dead, leaving the small town of Adamsville scared and giving birth to the legend of Hector Cruz, a spectre who haunts the town, brutally punishing anyone who violates the rules of the road. This couldn’t be worse news for sixteen-year-old Tyler Theting, who’s about to start the first day of Driver’s Ed! Between school crushes, a sick mom, and gruesome murders, does Tyler have what it takes to conquer the road? Or will he crash out?

It’s THE TOXIC AVENGER meets RED ASPHALT in the debut issue of DEADSTOP from writers Evan Michael and Zak Johnson, with chilling interiors from industry legend Daimen Worm! (OCTOBER FACTION, THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE). Get your DEADSTOP #1 at your local Comic Shop in September! And remember, in Adamsville... Driver’s Ed turns into Driver’s Dead!

Skybound Visions Ashcan #1

This ashcan will provide readers with a first look at interiors, character designs and more from all three Skybound Visions launch series:

• Transformers: Bumblebee Lost Planet by writer Tate Brombal (Batgirl, Everything Dead & Dying) and Matt Emmons (The Council of Frogs) in stores January 27, 2027.
• G.I. Joe: The Island of Dr. Mindbender by writer Karl Kerschl (Gotham Academy) and Doug Mahnke (Batman: The Man Who Laughs) in stores February 3, 2027.
• Turok: Son of Stone by writer Stephen Graham Jones (The Buffalo Hunter Hunter, Earthdivers) and Leandro Fernández (The Old Guard) in stores March 10, 2027.

Bringing together the biggest comic characters and the biggest creators, Skybound Visions issues will tell complete, evergreen stories showcasing new sides of beloved icons.

Their stories serve as perfect jumping-on points for new readers, while also rewarding lifelong fans. These bold reimaginings will explore who these characters are — and who they can be...

Get your customers ready for the world premiere of the biggest creators in the industry telling the biggest stories, featuring the biggest pop culture icons, Skybound Visions is here!

Victoria Jaguar #1

The newest chapter in the Underworld Universe, Victoria Jaguar is written by Underworld creator Mark London and brought to life with stunning painted artwork by comics superstar Marco Rudy. A man tormented by impossible nightmares journeys across the world in search of the mythical Victoria Jaguar, an immortal guardian chosen by the Night Sky itself centuries ago. But when Victoria uncovers the truth behind his visions, she realizes the nightmare is real—and an unseen enemy has already set its sights on her.

Tomorrow Man #1

Tomorrow Man returns in an all-new Antarctic Press adventure as he confronts a new hero known as Mistero. But is he friend or foe?

The Aesthetics of Grief #1

Trauma and tragedy from Aaron Lange (Aint’t It Fun, Peppermint Werewolf), in this collection of rare and previously unpublished comix and sketchbook drawings. Dark family history, teenage LSD death, lonely creeps, heroin nostalgia, and more.

The Wonderland Trials #1

Humanity is on the brink of extinction. In 2128, Alice awakens from cryosleep on a mission to reclaim a world transformed by the mysterious Red Queen. Guided by her AI companion, M.A.M.A., she ventures into a beautiful yet unsettling Wonderland where living technology and hidden dangers blur the line between nature and machine.

Yaira: Exclave #1

Following the devastating events of Yaira #3, Lincoln Eusebio is shaken. He’s seen what’s out there. He’s lost people he couldn’t save. And now, a mysterious group is offering him a way to make sure it never happens again.

They call themselves concerned citizens. They claim to represent powerful interests. And they want Projexus — and Lincoln — to help them prepare for what’s coming. But the world Yaira protects is more dangerous than anyone has admitted, and the people who say they want to help may not be people at all.

This is a Yaira tie-in to the Exclave crossover event. The pieces are moving into place. The board is being set. And Yaira is about to learn that the threats she can see are only part of the danger.

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