Wednesday, May 18, 2016

Comic Book Wednesday: May 18th Picks

Happy Comic Book Wednesday!

Today marks the end of some of the series before the start of Rebirth as well as two miniseries that are ending: Titans Hunt and Superman: American Alien. I only have one new book on today's list: Future Quest. I'm interested to see how these classic characters are written. Hopefully, they're still in character.

I know Civil War II also starts today but I'm going to wait to pick it up in the trade edition.

Here's the rest of my list:


Archie Comics

Jughead #6 (Regular Cover A Henderson)

Book: Jughead #6

Description:

The time has come. It's Jughead Vs. Principal Stanger: The Final Showdown! With the whole gang at his side, Jughead puts it all on the line: Either Stanger goes, or Jughead does! You won't want to miss this!




World Of Archie Summer Annual Digest #59

Book: World of Archie Summer Annual Digest #59

Description:

When Betty leads the gang on a wilderness hike, will they have a fun, friendly excursion and appreciate the nature around them? Or will they find themselves facing danger and beaten down by nature? Find out in 'Summer Hike-Jinks,' the hilarious, all-new lead story to this summer annual, featuring even more pages of fun in the sun!




Boom! Studios

Goldie Vance #2 (of 4)

Book: Goldie Vance #2 (of 4)

Description:

A Russian candy wrapper and a two-dollar bill send Goldie on a search for a missing guest.




Dark Horse Comics

Tomb Raider II #4

Book: Tomb Raider #4

Description:

Fighting for survival in a raging river, Lara must abandon the team's provisions. She is undersupplied and on the trail of the dangerous, immortality-seeking Knights of the Spore-and the looming darkness within the jungle descends!




DC Comics

Aquaman #52

Book: Aquaman #52

Description:

Aquaman faces his old enemy, Scavenger, who now has seriously upgraded armored tech! And if that wasn't bad enough, there's a third party in the fight…the ravening and vengeful Dead Water! Caught in the middle of this brutal free-for-all, Aquaman's world is about to be rocked!






Future Quest #1

Book: Future Quest #1

Description:

When the adventurous and inquisitive Jonny Quest and his adoptive brother Hadji make a startling discovery in the swamplands of Florida, they are pulled into an epic struggle between the Space Rangers and a dangerous villain who threatens the galaxy.

Now it's up to the combined forces of Team Quest, Inter-Nation Security, Space Ghost, and a host of Hanna-Barbera's greatest action heroes to stop him and save their universe! Don't miss the start of this new, monthly series that features character designs by comics superstar Darwyn Cooke and kicks off with an extra-sized story and a wraparound cover!






Harley Quinn #28

Book: Harley Quinn #28

Description:

The improbable Red Tool is coming after Harley...but is this a personal vendetta? And more important-what can she do to stop him when he seems to shrug off everything she throws in his path?







Book: The Legend of Wonder Woman #6 (of 9)

Description:

Double shipping in May! There’s a war devastating the outside world, and while Diana tries not to care, she cannot help but want to protect the many who are suffering. As she finally confronts the Duke of Deception and his minions, she must decide whether to chase her answers of home, or use her new strengths to defend the outsiders.






Poison Ivy: Cycle Of Life And Death #5 (of 6)

Book: Poison Ivy: Circle of Life an Death #5 (of 6)

Description:

Trouble is brewing as Poison Ivy's sporelings discover their powers and spread their wings, causing mayhem across Gotham City! Plus, a murderer-mastermind is revealed in this penultimate chapter of Life and Death!





Robin Son Of Batman #12

Book: Robin: Son of Batman #12

Description:

Robin, Batman and Talia al Ghul team up on Dinosaur Island! But can Damian's dream of his family finally coming together survive the rising power of the Lu'un Darga?






Superman American Alien #7 (of 7)

Book: Superman: American Alien #7 (of 7)

Description:

After a massive explosion rocks downtown Metropolis, Clark finds himself face-to-face with a white-skinned alien riding a flying motorcycle-and the eyes of the world are all on this so-called Superman!

But when Clark's attempt at reason fails and the bounty hunter reveals some unpleasant truths about Clark's own alien origin, a brutal showdown begins! Superstar artist Jock reteams with Max Landis for the epic series finale to SUPERMAN: AMERICAN ALIEN!






Titans Hunt #8 (of 8)

Book: Titans Hunt #8 (of 8)

Description:

Can the Titans become a team again and defeat the darkness that surrounds them, or has the grotesque Mr. Twister got them too tightly in his grasp? The Hunt is about to end, and Twister is going for the kill.






Wonder Woman #52

Book: Wonder Woman #52

Description:

Hecate's true motivations are revealed and Wonder Woman's dream of a happy ending is called into question by the Amazon warrior herself. You can't afford to miss the epic conclusion of the quest to save baby Zeke and the Olympians!




Dynamite Comics

Xena Warrior Princess #2

Book: Xena: Warrior Princess #2

Description:

The fight is on! Xena and Gabrielle battle for their lives against the Harpies, who quickly reveal themselves to be more than they seem - but what happens when Gabrielle finds herself trapped between the past and the future?




IDW Publishing

Strawberry Shortcake #2

Book: Strawberry Shortcake #2

Description:

Bake off! Strawberry made it through the regional cooking competition and is on her way to Big Apple City, but her struggle to win the prize is just getting started.

Ruthless competitor, Steve Piemanne, has more tricks up his rolled-up sleeves planned to put the Purple Pie Shop on top.




Marvel Comics

All New Wolverine #8

Book: All-New Wolverine #8

Description:

WAY OF THE SHADOW! What is the thing Laura Kinney fears most? Is she truly the Best at What She Does? There is only one Wolverine. Or is there?!!





International Iron Man #3

Book: International Iron Man #3

Description:

As Tony's troubled past comes to the present new villains and allies are introduced. And Tony inches ever closer to finding out the identity of his birth parents.

A Civil War II prologue story. From the creative team that brought you Daredevil's darkest chapter.






Spider-Man #4

Book: Spider-Man #4

Description:

Miles is just finding his feet in the all new marvel universe; the media is growing obsessed with his skin color and now he has to share his own book with a hot new mutant who goes by the name of... wait for it...

All this and the Queenpin of New York, the Black Cat, has set her sights on this new Spider-Man. She has put out a hit on his head and now no one is safe!






Spider-Woman #7

Book: Spider-Woman #7

Description:

Spider-Women: Part 7!

What's happened in the Marvel Universe during Jessica's time on Earth-65?

What's happened in HER HOME?!

WHO'S THAT WITH HER BABY?!

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