Featured This Week Comics, Graphic Novels, & Toys for 6/30
Jun 27, 2021
Every week PREVIEWSworld calls attention to those comics, graphic novels, and toys which stand out from all the rest. These titles from Premier Vendors and independent publishers should be at the top of your list, and can be found at your local comic shop on June 30th!
See all the New Releases for June 30th here!
Comics
MARVEL COMICS
(W) Nick Spencer (A) Carlos E. Gomez (CA) Mark Bagley
• The epic conclusion of THE CHAMELEON CONSPIRACY!
• If you thought the end of "King's Ransom" shook Spider-Man to the core, you better think again as this ending will level things up.
56 PGS./Rated T+
• If you thought the end of "King's Ransom" shook Spider-Man to the core, you better think again as this ending will level things up.
56 PGS./Rated T+
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $5.99
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MARVEL COMICS
(W) Josh Trujillo, Christopher Cantwell (A) Dale Eaglesham, Jan Bazaldua (CA) Alex Ross
The shield has been stolen! No one understands the value of the shield like those who've wielded it, so Steve Rogers and Sam Wilson set out on a road trip across America to chase down the thief.
But instead, they find the Captains, everyday people from all walks of life who've taken up the mantle of Captain America to defend their communities. And for some reason, the shield thief wants them all dead. Can Sam and Steve get to them first?
Christopher Cantwell and Dale Eaglesham lead a can't-miss miniseries to celebrate Captain America's 80th Anniversary, joined by a rotating series of creative teams to tell the stories of each new Captain-starting with Aaron Fischer, the Captain America of the railways, brought to life by Josh Trujillo and Jan Bazaldua!
40 PGS./Rated T+
But instead, they find the Captains, everyday people from all walks of life who've taken up the mantle of Captain America to defend their communities. And for some reason, the shield thief wants them all dead. Can Sam and Steve get to them first?
Christopher Cantwell and Dale Eaglesham lead a can't-miss miniseries to celebrate Captain America's 80th Anniversary, joined by a rotating series of creative teams to tell the stories of each new Captain-starting with Aaron Fischer, the Captain America of the railways, brought to life by Josh Trujillo and Jan Bazaldua!
40 PGS./Rated T+
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $4.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Todd McFarlane (A) Carlo Barberi (CA) Bjorn Barends
This is where it all starts, folks! This month in the pages of SPAWN #319 we plant the "seed" that will grow into the new SPAWN'S UNIVERSE: #1 (also available this month)!
Yes, the publishing world of SPAWN is officially expanding! And this is the jumping-on point for new readers! New threats, new allies, and more importantly new titles!
Yes, the publishing world of SPAWN is officially expanding! And this is the jumping-on point for new readers! New threats, new allies, and more importantly new titles!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $2.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Marjorie M. Liu (A/CA) Sana Takeda
Can Maika survive her own power... and what will she unleash upon the world?
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $3.99
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IDW PUBLISHING
(W) Paul Allor (A/CA) E. J. Su
It's the 1970s, and the world's most terrifying Kaiju smash their way through New York City! As Godzilla and Hedorah do battle above, down below Todd Hopkins is racing across Manhattan, in a desperate bid to save the only scientist who can stop the chaos and drive the monsters back into the sea. But before the day is over, secrets will be revealed, and terrible choices made, to save the city from utter destruction!
Writer Paul Allor (TMNT, G.I. Joe) and artist E.J. Su (Transformers, Godzilla: Legends) join forces to bring the premiere Godzilla Versus quarterly one-shot series in explosively shocking fashion! And each stand-alone issue features special wrestling poster-themed retailer incentive variants by fan-favorite artist Jeffrey Veregge (Transformers, Judge Dredd).
Writer Paul Allor (TMNT, G.I. Joe) and artist E.J. Su (Transformers, Godzilla: Legends) join forces to bring the premiere Godzilla Versus quarterly one-shot series in explosively shocking fashion! And each stand-alone issue features special wrestling poster-themed retailer incentive variants by fan-favorite artist Jeffrey Veregge (Transformers, Judge Dredd).
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $7.99
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IDW PUBLISHING
(W) Jason Fry, Alec Worley (A) Ruairi Coleman
The Rebel Alliance has destroyed the Empire's dreaded Death Star, but the Imperial Starfleet continues hunting the rebels throughout the galaxy. Luke Skywalker now seeks to support the Rebellion as an X-wing fighter. But as he flies with the pilots of the Red Squadron, Luke feels the stirrings of the Force. And this farm boy turned fighter pilot begins to suspect that his destiny lies along a different path.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $5.99
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BOOM! STUDIOS
(W) Frank Gogol (A) Simone Ragazzoni (CA) Dan Mora
Answering Zordon's call, the Phantom Ranger investigates the aftermath of an Empyreal attack.
Only to discover their connection to an ancient evil he encountered long ago... which may have finally returned to threaten the entire universe.
Rising star Frank Gogol (Dead End Kids) and artist Simone Ragazzoni (Power Rangers: Drakkon New Dawn) present the first full appearance of the Phantom Ranger in a story that will ripple through the Power Rangers franchise.
Only to discover their connection to an ancient evil he encountered long ago... which may have finally returned to threaten the entire universe.
Rising star Frank Gogol (Dead End Kids) and artist Simone Ragazzoni (Power Rangers: Drakkon New Dawn) present the first full appearance of the Phantom Ranger in a story that will ripple through the Power Rangers franchise.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $7.99
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BOOM! STUDIOS
(W) Mirka Andolfo (A) Siya Oum (CA) Mirka Andolfo
Who watches the Watcher?
Best-selling creator, Mirka Andolfo (Mercy, Unnatural) along with artist Siya Oum (Lola), present a story of everyone's favorite Watcher like you've never seen him before!
Rupert Giles has been many things - Sunnydale's foremost occult expert, high school librarian, mentor, and father figure - but Buffy and the Scooby Gang are totally unprepared for... Giles the vampire.
With the Watcher's cunning, experience, and intimate knowledge of the Slayer - will Evil finally prevail?
Best-selling creator, Mirka Andolfo (Mercy, Unnatural) along with artist Siya Oum (Lola), present a story of everyone's favorite Watcher like you've never seen him before!
Rupert Giles has been many things - Sunnydale's foremost occult expert, high school librarian, mentor, and father figure - but Buffy and the Scooby Gang are totally unprepared for... Giles the vampire.
With the Watcher's cunning, experience, and intimate knowledge of the Slayer - will Evil finally prevail?
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $7.99
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DARK HORSE COMICS
(W) Cullen Bunn (A/CA) Andrea Mutti
From Cullen Bunn (Harrow County) and Andrea Mutti (Prometheus, Starship Down), comes a new dark fantasy tale of two worlds split between dreams and reality.
After his son disappears, a broken-down man braves a nightmarish dreamscape in order to find him-and battle the ruthless cult that seeks to rule the land of dreams as the barrier between realities starts to collapse.
o For fans of The Sixth Gun, Harrow County, and Locke & Key.
After his son disappears, a broken-down man braves a nightmarish dreamscape in order to find him-and battle the ruthless cult that seeks to rule the land of dreams as the barrier between realities starts to collapse.
o For fans of The Sixth Gun, Harrow County, and Locke & Key.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $3.99
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DYNAMITE
(W) Christopher Priest (A) Ergun Gunduz (CA) Lucio Parrillo
CAN Vampirella turn her back on her own people? Having discovered the startling truth about her home world of Drakulon, Vampirella is torn between her mother's evil dreams of conquest and the vendetta against the Vampiri race by a macabre, enigmatic new threat. The fate of Lilith and the destiny of Drakulon are about to be revealed!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $3.99
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BLACK MASK COMICS
(W) Kwanza Osajyefo (A) Jamal Igle (CA) Khary Randolph
The team that asked, "What if only Black people had superpowers?" is back with the sequel to the critically acclaimed series, BLACK. It's been three years since the world learned only Black people have superhuman abilities, and the United States has responded by electing Theodore Mann to the presidency. The only person standing in the way of his policies to control empowered Blacks are Kareem Jenkins and his allies.
WHITE comics are limited to 2,500 copies each, grab them before they sell out!
WHITE comics are limited to 2,500 copies each, grab them before they sell out!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $3.99
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VAULT COMICS
(W) Michael Moreci (A/CA) Nathan Gooden
Owen the Barbarian has been cursed to do good with what remains of his life. His bloodthirsty weapon, Axe, has become his moral compass with a drinking problem. Together they wander the realm, foredoomed to help any who seek assistance. But there is one thing Owen hates more than a life with rules: Witches.
Welcome to the skull-cracking, blood-splattering, mayhem-loving comic brave enough to ask: How can a man sworn to do good do so much violence? Hah! F***ing with you. It's just...BARBARIC.
Welcome to the skull-cracking, blood-splattering, mayhem-loving comic brave enough to ask: How can a man sworn to do good do so much violence? Hah! F***ing with you. It's just...BARBARIC.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $3.99
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Graphic Novels & Trade Paperbacks
MARVEL COMICS
(W) Donny Cates (A/CA) Ryan Stegman
Darkness reigns! After a campaign of terror across the galaxy, Knull reaches Earth - and he hasn't come alone! With an army of hundreds of thousands of symbiote dragons at his command, the King in Black is a force unlike any Earth's heroes have ever faced. Eddie Brock, A.K.A. Venom, has seen firsthand the chaos that even one of Knull's monsters can wreak. Can anyone possibly survive this onslaught? Outgunned and outmanned, Earth's heroes are reeling. It will take everything they've got to face the God of the Abyss as he ensnares the planet in everlasting darkness! Donny Cates and Ryan Stegman present the definitive chapter in their three-year-long VENOM saga that changed everything you thought you knew about symbiotes - and they're raising the stakes for the entire Marvel Universe! Hail to the king! Collecting KING IN BLACK #1-5.
144 PGS./Rated T+
144 PGS./Rated T+
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $24.99
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IDW PUBLISHING
(W) Ian Flynn (A) Tracy Yardley, Adam Bryce Thomas, Jennifer Hernandez (A/CA) Evan Stanley
Oversized hardcover editions of the celebrated Sonic the Hedgehog comics, including the ongoing series, annuals, and mini-series, all presented in recommended reading order. Everything a beginner could need, everything a diehard could want!
ON YOUR MARKS. GET SET. GO! The adventure begins here as Sonic races to protect the world from bad guys old and new! In the aftermath of his latest battle with Dr. Eggman, rogue robots are on the loose and new foes are on the rise. But where is the evil doctor and what secrets will Sonic discover during his search? One thing's for sure: he'll need plenty of help from Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and new allies Tangle the Lemur and Whisper the Wolf. Plus, he'll have to deal with a little competition-from his old frenemy Shadow the Hedgehog! It's an epic storyline Sonic fans can't miss, so don't get left in the dust. Gotta go fast!
ON YOUR MARKS. GET SET. GO! The adventure begins here as Sonic races to protect the world from bad guys old and new! In the aftermath of his latest battle with Dr. Eggman, rogue robots are on the loose and new foes are on the rise. But where is the evil doctor and what secrets will Sonic discover during his search? One thing's for sure: he'll need plenty of help from Tails, Knuckles, Amy, and new allies Tangle the Lemur and Whisper the Wolf. Plus, he'll have to deal with a little competition-from his old frenemy Shadow the Hedgehog! It's an epic storyline Sonic fans can't miss, so don't get left in the dust. Gotta go fast!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $59.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Shaky Kane, Krent Able (A/CA) Shaky Kane, Krent Able
Comic book wise guys, KANE and ABLE, serve up a summer dump cake of genre-busting mischief and masked mayhem in this oversized anthology of never-before-published strips.
Slip in and out of subconsciousness with the Astonishing Shield Bug!
Surf the Fleshwave with Black Fur in "Who Fears The Deathroach?"!
Journey into the sub-basement in the gasoline-tinged "Dustmites"!
Ride into the Creepzone with Nightmare and Sleepy in the aptly named "Creepzone"!
Slip in and out of subconsciousness with the Astonishing Shield Bug!
Surf the Fleshwave with Black Fur in "Who Fears The Deathroach?"!
Journey into the sub-basement in the gasoline-tinged "Dustmites"!
Ride into the Creepzone with Nightmare and Sleepy in the aptly named "Creepzone"!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $12.99
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BOOM! STUDIOS
(W) Marcus Rinehart, AJ Marchisello (A) Stefano Simeone (CA) Toni Infante
* Enter the world of Mega Man: Fully Charged, based on the television series of the same name, as your favorite heroes like Mega Man, Rush, and Dr. Light must battle the wickedest of Robot Masters led by Skull Man.
* After Mega Man's father Dr. Light is kidnapped, a shocking truth rocks Mega Man's world as it seems the Robot Masters know more about his secret history than he does.
* But as Skull Man's machinations trigger Mega Man's forgotten memories of the brutal human/robot war, our hero is left to question just who he is and if he can trust anything or anyone - including the man he calls father.
* Collects the complete Mega Man: Fully Charged #1-6.
* After Mega Man's father Dr. Light is kidnapped, a shocking truth rocks Mega Man's world as it seems the Robot Masters know more about his secret history than he does.
* But as Skull Man's machinations trigger Mega Man's forgotten memories of the brutal human/robot war, our hero is left to question just who he is and if he can trust anything or anyone - including the man he calls father.
* Collects the complete Mega Man: Fully Charged #1-6.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $14.99
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YEN ON
(W) nigozyu
"You will be my assistant."
During a plane hijacking four years ago, Kimitsuka Kimihiko wound up becoming the assistant to a beautiful detective named Siesta. The pair traveled the world, solving crimes and battling criminal organizations. Until Siesta died, anyway. Kimitsuka thought that would spell the end of his adventures and a return to ordinary life, but an encounter with a girl who bears an uncanny resemblance to Siesta suggests that fate has other plans.
During a plane hijacking four years ago, Kimitsuka Kimihiko wound up becoming the assistant to a beautiful detective named Siesta. The pair traveled the world, solving crimes and battling criminal organizations. Until Siesta died, anyway. Kimitsuka thought that would spell the end of his adventures and a return to ordinary life, but an encounter with a girl who bears an uncanny resemblance to Siesta suggests that fate has other plans.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $15.00
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YEN PRESS
(W) Yusuke Nitta (A) Sato Kamegoya, LOL, Yukinatu Amekaze
When a fantasy world has fully functioning internet and smartphones (for some reason), it's only natural for its sixteen year-old shut-in of a Hero to declare war on the Demon Lord who has kidnapped the kingdom's princess via text message. But is it natural for that Demon Lord to be an innocent snowflake who hates conflict!!? And somehow, this hopelessly weak Level One Hero ends up texting this overly pure Demon Lord, her cheerful Generals (who all adore her), and the princess who also seems to be developing a major crush on her captor as he goes about his adventures!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $13.00
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Toys & Merchandise
KOTOBUKIYA
From Kotobukiya. Kotobukiya presents a new addition to the ARTFX lineup: DC Comics Batman Hush Renewal Package ARTFX Statue! Batman now appears in his infamous blue costume and stands at just about 12" tall! Batman's muscular silhouette is poised and ready to fight against crime. His presence fully encapsulates the essence of Gotham City's Dark Knight! Batman stands firmly upon the black base decorated with a bat symbol in the center and his battle-tattered cape swirling dynamically around him. This statue comes fully assembled and ready to display. Note: This product is a re-release of DC Comics Batman Black Costume Ver. Artfx Statue with new package design and suit color.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $129.99
KOTOBUKIYA
From Kotobukiya. The highly-requested Mera finally joins the Bishoujo series lineup! Mera is beautifully rendered in the Bishoujo style by series illustrator Shunya Yamashita: she displays her Atlantean roots with her graceful yet dynamic pose and her long and glistening hair! In the expert hands of the sculptor, Munchkin, life seems to surge in this sculpt to the very end of her fingertips and hair. Mera's body suit has been recreated with a special iridescent paint, and her hydrokinetic abilities are shown with the large wave of water swirling around her on the base for a dramatic scene!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $129.99
TAMASHII NATIONS
From Tamashii Nations.The first form of Frieza and his pod, as envisioned by creator Akira Toriyama, come to life in S.H.Figuarts. Standing a powerful 4 1/4" tall, the figure features all of the posability fans have come to expect from S.H.Figuarts. A detachable Scouter and Supernova effects let you recreate your favorite scenes. And Frieza's pod, a toy-series first, is rendered in accurate detail. To capture the appearance from the original design, Frieza's upper body can be removed from the figure and be set into the pod. Set contains Main Body, Four Optional Expression Parts, Optional Head, Two Pairs of Optional Hands, Scouter, Namekian Dragon Ball (5-star), Supernova Effect Parts, Frieza's Pod, Frieza's Pod Stand.
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $88.00
PCS COLLECTIBLES
From PCS Collectibles. Marvel's Spider-Man: Scarlet Spider joins the Marvel Armory Collection in 1:10 scale! Based on the Scarlet Spider's in-game model, this figure measures 7.5" tall on a circular black base! Upgrade your armory and web up with the Marvel Armory Collection of figures from PCS!
In Shops: Jun 30, 2021
SRP: $94.99