New Comics Day 30th November 2022
Join us as we dive into the new books hitting shelves at your LCS this week – the new number ones, trades and OGNs, and notable release are all below so that you know what to look for on Wednesday 30th November!
New Number Ones
DC
Blue Beetle: Graduation Day #1 – Josh Trujillo, Adrian Gutierrez, Wil Quintana, Lucas Gattoni
Jaime Reyes has a lot to juggle. Whether it’s his finals for senior year or a new villain tearing up El Paso, Jaime is always torn between two worlds. But when his worlds come crashing together at his high school graduation, nothing will ever be the same. A message from the Reach bombards Jaime’s scarab, Khaji Da, and it starts throwing off his connection to the device. And as if that wasn’t enough, Jaime’s parents and friends are pressuring him about his next steps in life. But what’s hidden here on Earth that’s drawing the Reach back? And where did this new Fadeaway Man come from? Can Jaime find balance in his life and rise to become a true hero, or is it curtains for Blue Beetle?
DC’s Grifter Got Run Over by a Reindeer #1 – Various
Ho-ho-ho my gosh, it’s time to deck the halls with holly…er, Harley Quinn, Batman, and more of your favorite DC superstars! Who made it to the Nice List? Hawkman? Black Canary? Is that Animal Man on the naughty list? And how did Grifter find himself in the targeting sights of those pesky reindeer! Get one for you and an extra for a loved one’s stocking (yule be glad you did!) in this holiday song celebration!
“Superman and Wonder Woman in ‘Rudolph the Red-Nosed Dog'” written by Stephanie Williams, drawn by David Lapham, colored by Nick Filardi, and lettered by Travis Lanham
“Frankenstein, Agent of S.H.A.D.E. in ‘Last Christmas'” written by Dave Wielgosz, drawn by PJ Holden, colored by Mike Spicer, and lettered by Pat Brosseau
“Harley Quinn in ‘Eight Crazy Nights'” written by John Layman, drawn and colored by Juan Doe, and lettered by Ferran Delgado
“Hawkman and Hawkwoman in ‘Home for the Holidays'” written by Cavan Scott, drawn by Fico Ossio, colored by Sebastian Cheng, and lettered by Josh Reed
“Black Canary and John Constantine in ‘Not-So-Silent Night'” written by Max Bemis, drawn by Pablo M. Collar, colored by Ivan Plascenscia, and lettered by Dave Sharpe
“Batman in ‘Memories and Forfeits'” written by Scott Bryan Wilson, drawn by Skylar Patridge, colored by Romulo Fajardo Jr., and lettered by DC Hopkins
“Animal Man in ‘Do You Hear What I Hear?'” written by Michael W. Conrad, drawn by Christopher Mitten, colored by Brennan Wagner, and lettered by Becca Carey
Justice Society of America #1 – Various
A long-lost hero from the JSA crashes into our era with a grave warning…but it’s too late. A mysterious and malevolent enemy has invaded the entire history of the JSA, and an all-new team must come together to defeat it. But what deadly secret does this messenger from beyond keep? Where are they from? And why is all of this happening now? Only the Time Masters know…
Nubia & the Justice League Special #1 – Various
In honor of her 50th anniversary, Nubia is joining the Justice League! After years separated from Man’s World, the Amazons’ most powerful warrior and now queen has been called in to save the day and work alongside the world’s greatest heroes. What danger awaits our hero and her new teammates? Find out in this special that shows a bright new future for the character!
Superman: Kal-El Returns Special #1 – Various
Kal-El has returned from his long sojourn to Warworld, but what ramifications does this hold for the broader DC Universe In this special issue, we’ll spotlight Kal-El’s reunion with the Dark Knight, Jimmy Olsen, the Justice League, and… Lex Luthor?! Plus: witness the never-before-revealed look at the moments leading to Superman’s abduction by Pariah in the Dark Crisis event! The march toward Action Comics #1050 continues in this essential special volume!
Wildstorm 30th Anniversary Special #1 – Various
In 1992 Jim Lee changed the course of comics history with the founding of WildStorm Productions, which would revolutionize the business and launch the careers of so many top creators. 30 years later the impact of the imprint, character and creators is felt to this day! In honor of this legacy comes a 100-page giant that pays homage to the past…and looks toward the future! Part of this mammoth special will be reprinting–for the first time in periodical form!– short stories from the acclaimed WildStorm: A Celebration of 25 Years hardcover, including stories by Jim Lee, J. Scott Campbell, Brett Booth, Dustin Nguyen and more…and also included will be new stories featuring WildStorm characters in the DC Core line, charting their future in the DC Universe.
Marvel
Avengers Assemble: Alpha #1 – Jason Aaron, Andrew Currie, Bryan Hitch, Alex Sinclair, Cory Petit
From throughout time and the far corners of the Multiverse, the Mightiest Heroes of All the Earths are assembling as never before for a battle beyond all imaging. A war that will take us from the prehistoric beginnings of an Earth under assault by the greatest villains who’ve ever lived to the watchtower that stands at the dark heart of the all and the always, where an army of unprecedented evil now rises. The biggest Avengers saga in Marvel history begins now.
Planet Hulk: Worldbreaker #1 -Greg Pak, Manuel Garcia, Cam Smith, Chris Sotomayer, Joe Caramanga
MILLENNIUM! A thousand years from now on the planet Sakaar, a young woman with green skin searches for the legendary Green Scar to help save her brother from a group of apocalyptic cultists. But which Hulk will she find? And after all these years, is he truly the Sakaarson, who will save us all—or the Worldbreaker, who will destroy us?
Peter Parker & Miles Morales – Spider-Men: Double Trouble #1 – Mariko Tamaki, Vita Ayala, Gurihiru, Cory Petit
They’re friends, heroes and…sidekicks? Peter has dragged Miles into Take Your Sidekick to Work Day, and Miles is not amused—they’re both Spider-Man, after all! So when Peter makes a mistake that unleashes villainous shenanigans on New York City, it’s up to Miles to save the day—and prove who’s the true sidekick among the Spider-Men. Vita Ayala joins the fan-favorite team that brought you SPIDER-MAN & VENOM: DOUBLE TROUBLE and THOR & LOKI: DOUBLE TROUBLE for a brand-new adventure!
Image Comics
Plush #1 – Doug Wagner, Rico Renzi, Daniel Hillyard
Serial-killing, cannibalistic furries! A disturbing “neon-horror” spin on fursuit psychopaths and bizarre love. Devin Fulcher is coerced into attending his first furry convention. When he accidentally happens upon a group of furries devouring a human, the insanity begins. Do they just want Devin for dinner… or something much more wicked?
Dark Horse
Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures #1 -Daniel Jose Older, Tony Bruno
For young Padawan Sav Malagan, joining the ranks of the noble Jedi Order has been all she’s ever wanted. But a chance encounter with a crew of eccentric misfits makes her question everything she’s taken for granted in her life. Trapped aboard the ship of infamous space pirate Maz Kanata, will Save ever be able to rejoin the Jedi? And if she spends much long with Maz and her crew, will she even want to?
Koshchei in Hell #1 – Mike Mignola, Ben Stenbeck, Dave Steart
The world above may be over, and Hellboy gone with it, but Koshchei is still in Hell content with his wine and his books-until an old face arrives and brings Koshchei a critical task. An old and powerful foe is returning, and Koshchei must take up his sword and defend the city from destruction.
Everyone else!
Bob Phantom #1 – James III, Richard Ortiz
After failing to aid a dying criminal in order to get a more gripping news story, burgeoning journalist Walter Whitney not only gains national acclaim, but the attention of a ruthless global crime syndicate; now he must go from mild-mannered reporter by day to Bob Phantom, a heartless ambulance chaser and even hardened crime fighter by night. It’s Nightcrawler meets Spider-Man in the brand-new take on a classic Archie universe character!
Cat-Man and Kitten #1 – Jeff Parker, Joe Cooper
An astonishing standalone superhero story that only Jeff Parker could create! Witness the heroic Cat-Man and his loyal sidekick Kitten as they become embroiled in a dangerous race to recover a priceless artifact that may hold the key to conjuring an ancient god of death! Can our classic adventurers evade pterodactyls, throw hands with the Lavender Gang, and survive the serpentine Snake Men? Find out, in this thrilling one-shot!
Foulness in the Walls -Cullen Bunn, Rodrigo Zayas
After a tragic loss, George hopes to rebuild his life. He moves to a new house. He gets a new job. He starts dating the girl of his dreams. Sometimes, though, guilt can be as malevolent as an evil spirit. Sometimes, ghosts follow you. Something is rotting in the walls of George’s new house. Something hungry.
Gangster Ass Barista #1 – Pat Shand, Renzo Rodriquez
Trinity used to live a life of crime, but now she has left behind her old life and works at a coffee shop. Unfortunately, making ends meet isn’t easy to do with a minimum wage job. Not to mention the fact that customers are beginning to get on Trinity’s nerves, and it’s getting harder and harder to not let her old tendencies take control. When Trinity’s past comes calling, it’s like the famous quote: “Just when I thought I was out, they pull me back in!”
Includes a bonus comic in each issue!
Godzilla Rivals vs. Gigan – Keith Davidsen, Yasmin Flores Montanez
The year is 2008. The setting is Seattle. Networked computers and video game consoles have connected millions across the globe in virtual combat… and an insidious intelligence has taken notice. The insectoid Nebulans, would-be conquerors of Earth, have hijacked the MMOs and uploaded the collective fighting techniques and strategy of gamers worldwide directly into the central processing unit of their cyborg champion. What chance does Godzilla have at victory when the vicious opponent Gigan has been augmented by the savagery of all humanity? The Cyber Age meets the Kaiju Age in this epic Emerald City showdown!
Good Boy: Prodigal Son #1 – Christina Blanch, Garrett Gunn, Kit Wallis, Dave Lentz
Flint learns the hard way that some oaths are not easily broken. With his fathers life hanging in the balance, the lost child of Flint Sparks makes his bloodthirsty debut.
Magic: Nahiri the Lithomancer #1 – Seanan McGuire, Fabiana Mascolo
Nahiri – also known as The Harbinger-has protected her home plane of Zendikar for centuries, her ruthlessness and terrible deeds kept in check by a strong sense of justice.
But her fate is far from decided, and a new challenge awaits that may change the way the entire Multiverse perceives her…
My Bad #1 – Mark Russell, Bryce Ingman, Peter Krause
Someone is killing capes – or would be, if they were better at it. Will this crisis draw the crime-fighting Chandelier out of retirement? PLUS! Emperor King adopts a new costumed identity so he can get a date!
Pulp Bytes #1 – Pat Higgis
Two twisted tales of technological terror! The first, “Junebug Bites Back,” is the story of an overbearing pageant mom who gets her just desserts after purchasing supplements from the dark web. In “Terms and Conditions,” Jack and Lacey’s day of distraction turns to a nightmare when they ignore the fine print.
Incoming Trades
Aquamen – Chuck Brown, Brandon Thomas, Sami Basri, Max Raynor
When a suicide bomber in Middle America is revealed as an Atlantean sleeper agent seemingly gone rogue, the Aquamen–Arthur Curry and Jackson Hyde–are on the case. But it soon becomes clear that the tragedy was not just a single bad actor, but the beginnings of a much larger and more dangerous chain reaction…and the heart of an explosive Atlantean conspiracy! If Arthur’s not careful, the secrets he’s keeping–from Mera, Tula, Tempest, Atlantis, the surface, and even Jackson–could cause a rift from which the Aquamen might never recover!
Collects AQUAMEN #1-6.
Basil and Oregano – Melissa Capriglione
Porta Bella Magiculinary Academy is the finest school for the art of cooking with magic, and Basil Eyres is determined to be the top student. On the first day of her senior year, Arabella Oregano, the daughter of a renowned chef, joins the academy for her senior year as well. The two are instantly smitten with each other, but Basil senses there’s something Arabella is hiding from her. Still, the two work together to stand out from the class as the end of year culinary festival approaches. But when Arabella’s secret is reveled, Basil is faced with the hardest decision of her life, which has the potential to throw her future aspirations in jeopardy.
Hope – Dirk Manning, K. Lynn Smith
Unbeknownst to her husband and daughter, Julie Lavelle secretly moonlights as a beloved costumed “ultra” known to the public as Hope. However, when her identity is unexpectedly revealed to the public and her family is torn apart, she realizes not all villains can be punched.
Collects Issues #1-6 of the acclaimed series.
Faithless III – Brian Azzarello, Maria Llovet
Faith’s descent isn’t always pretty… but it is sexy as hell! After Faith’s paintings take the art world by storm, she vanishes as quickly as she comes, leaving tongues wagging. Is her disappearance a wild publicity stunt, a cry for help from an uninitiated artist, or something altogether too sinister to fathom? With Louis Thorne behind her catastrophic rise to stardom… who’s really to say?
Collects Faithless III #1-6.
Iron Fist: The Shattered Sword – Alyssa Wong, Michael YG, Jay David Ramos, Travis Lanham
Who is Iron Fist? Danny Rand no longer wields his legendary power. He’s just a guy who knows kung fu. So who will take Danny’s place as the Iron Fist? A new heroic legacy begins as a young warrior in great pain turns to the martial arts masters of K’un-Lun for aid – and gets far more than he bargained for! Can this lost soul balance his chi, win the favor of Shou-Lao the Undying and join a long line of champions? The world had better hope so, because a dark god is rising – and all hope of stopping him lies with the newest Iron Fist! Meanwhile, Danny is searching for his successor – and may have to cash in a favor from an old friend! But he isn’t the only one hunting the new Iron Fist! Who will find him first?
Collecting IRON FIST (2022) #1-5.
Jackpot! – Ray Fawkes, Marco Failla, Georges Duarte
Meet the World’s Greatest Con Artists on the eve of the greatest scam in human history – ripping off the Gods themselves! Nothing is as it seems when the con artists of JACKPOT! are introduced to the hidden keys of the universe. But will any of them survive the mind-bending, reality-shattering result? Some of them are already starting to die…and return…
Collects issues #1-6.
Savage Spider-Man – Joe Kelly, Gerardo Sandoval
Out of the pages of NON-STOP SPIDER-MAN comes something different…something savage! Peter Parker has gone through a horrifying transformation — one that has left him more spider than man. Far from his friendly neighborhood, the animalistic Spider-Man finds himself in a terrifying jungle — where he soon becomes the leader of a tribe of monstrous victims just like him! But with a terrifying global conspiracy on one side and the lethal Baron Zemo on the other, can a barely human Peter somehow find a way to fight to the surface? And if he does, can he face himself after all he’s done as a monster? As the truth about the Immaculatum is revealed, Peter may give in to his savage side forever.
Collecting SAVAGE SPIDER-MAN #1-5.
Spawn’s Universe Collection – Various
The world of SPAWN changes forever! New heroes, new villains, and, most importantly, new titles coming to a comic shop near you. Join this list of artists as we unveil a historic moment in the mythology of SPAWN’S UNIVERSE.
Collects SPAWN’S UNIVERSE #1, with extra stories from GUNSLINGER SPAWN #1 & THE SCORCHED #1.
Superman: World of Krypton – Various
This ending is only the beginning…As part of Krypton’s science council, Jor-El wants nothing more than to guarantee the health and safety of all his planet’s people—but an opulent lifestyle has worn thin their resources. Will his position as leader of the House of El give him the power to enact changes that will buy society more time? Or will his boyhood friend Dru-Zod enforce austerity measures in a brutal show of raw power? Their personal struggle is played out on a global stage as the final days of their planet count down!
Wolverine: Patch – Larry Hama, Andrea Di Vito, Lebeau Underwood, Sebastian Cheng, Clayton Cowles
Return to Madripoor with the man called Patch! All-new action, intrigue and espionage await you as legendary creator Larry Hama crafts a story set before his original run on WOLVERINE! Logan has donned an eyepatch and made a new name for himself on the cutthroat island of Madripoor. From their haunt at the Princess Bar, what starts as a simple recon mission lands “Patch” and his old pal Archie Corrigan knee-deep in a paramilitary struggle that will herald some surprise revelations! Who is the mutant Krasny Beth, and how does she figure into the plans of both General Coy and Dr. Malheur? And what are Nick Fury, S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Russians after? Jungle warfare is a nasty business — but luckily, Patch is the best there is at what he does!
Collecting WOLVERINE: PATCH #1-5.
Notable Others
Batgirls 2022 Annual – Becky Cloonan, Michael Conrad, Robbi Rodriguez, Rico Renzi, Dave Sharpe
It’s a freaky Friday when the Batgirls wake up inside each other’s bodies! That can’t be possible, right? It’s only stuff you see in the movies? Except Oracle has seen this happen before and the only person who may have the antidote to swap their bodies back…is Batman! And to make matters worse, Lady Shiva is here confronting her daughter about something…and it’s up to Steph to put on her best Cass to get through it!
Detective Comics 2022 Annual – Various
As a werewolf, Gael has lived through many generations, and so he has visited Gotham land before…hundreds of years ago. Take a trip back to the 1700s Renaissance Gotham with Gael on Arkham land to help remember with him exactly where he buried something important he now has to dig back up. And in a twist of fate, a dark knight in town also seems to be looking for something from out of time…his way back home to the present.
Nightwing 2022 Annual – Tom Taylor, Eduardo Pansica, Julio Ferreira
WHO IS HEARTLESS? Find out who the villain is behind the platinum mask, and why he only collects the hearts of some victims and not others…and why he has no heart himself. Then: Bitewing: Year One! Follow Haley in her first year with her humans Nightwing and Batgirl and see how she takes a bite out of crime in her first year becoming Bitewing!
