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Batwoman #1 takes things to “Next Level” as it focuses on the past

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Batwoman #1

Batwoman. Daughter. Sister. Soldier. Hero. But since she was 10 years old, Kate Kane has lived in the shadow of a prophecy and the machinations of a religion devoted to the end of all things. How do you fight the devil when the devil is real? And how do you win? Batwoman #1 kicks off the next era for Kate Kane and Batwoman as it focuses on the past.

“Next Level” is here for DC Comics with new series debuting to guide the comic universe into its next phase. It’s an interesting mix of releases and Batwoman #1 provides an intriguing start that’s a new chapter that’s neck deep in its past relying heavily on the trauma of Kate’s past, focused on her sister and the cult she was a part of. If you really want to catch up with what’s going on you’ll want to pick up Batwoman: Elegy which recently got a DC Compact Comics edition (some nice planning by DC there). That series, also written by Greg Rucka, dove deep in Kate’s history focusing on her sister who “died” when they were children and returned as a villain and part of a doomsday cult. Batwoman #1 picks up from that, with Kate in therapy trying to process her life and that same cult in the background looking to fulfill its prophecy which involves Darkseid and the anti-life.

Batwoman #1 is an interesting story that explores trauma and PTSD though showing off a victim who seems to be pushing back on the fact she is traumatized. While previous volumes focused a lot on Kate’s personal relationships, this first issue doesn’t explore it, instead really narrowing it down to her and her sister. It’s tie-in with the greater Darkseid stuff in the DC Universe is interesting, bringing the character a bit more into the greater meta story and the fact Darkseid will be back for the next “Crisis” event. For those who followed the finale of DC K.O., you can see some of the threads teased her, putting Kate Kane and Batwoman as part of the center of whatever comes next.

Batwoman has had some amazing artists attached in the past and DaNi puts their mark on the series and character with a style that feels like it fits right in to what has come before. There’s a certain sadness that fits the story that Rucka has constructed with a bit of a throwback feel, fitting the pulp-like cult story the first issue teases. Matt Hollingsworth color helps set the mood with a muted choice that adds to the sadness Kate has experienced. Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou handles the lettering and the team together paints a visual style that’s familiar but definitely their own.

Batwoman #1 is an interesting start that focuses on the past but also sets up the future, tying in the character and her mystery into the bigger picture of the DC Universe. It does feel like those who have read previous volumes might enjoy it a bit more but it does a good job of catching readers up with what they need to know. Overall, an intriguing start and direction for the character.

Story: Greg Rucka Art: DaNi
Color: Matt Hollingsworth Letterer: Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy

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Preview: Batwoman #1

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Batwoman #1

(W) Greg Rucka (A) Dani

EISNER AWARD-WINNER GREG RUCKA AND VISIONARY ARTIST DANI BRING ON THE NEXT LEVEL FOR BATWOMAN!

Batwoman. Daughter. Sister. Soldier. Hero.

But since she was 10 years old, Kate Kane has lived in the shadow of a prophecy and the machinations of a religion devoted to the end of all things. How do you fight the devil when the devil is real? And how do you win?

Acclaimed writer and co-creator of the modern Batwoman, Greg Rucka, returns to the story of Kate Kane alongside visionary artist DaNi for a DC Next Level series that will redefine Batwoman and her mission for a new generation.

Batwoman #1

Love Ignited is a really solid anthology with some really twisted entries

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Sometimes love can be a little… weird!

Ignition Press debuts its first anthology, and it’s an oversized hunk ‘o burning love spanning from the depths of the ocean to the far reaches of space! Emotions run hot in romance, and some people go to extremes for the person — or creature — they desire.

Story: Olivia Dufault, Sugar May, Rosa Ekedal, Jamie S. Rich, Chris Burnham, Patrick Horvath
Art: Dani, Sugar May, Rosa Ekedal, Belen Culebras, Chris Burnham Morgan Beem
Color: Brad Simpson, Kendall Goode, Allen Passalaqua, Morgan Beem
Letterer: Andworld Design, Pat Brosseau

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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DC All In goes Next Level with its Second Arc Starting March 2026!

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After DC’s brawling DC K.O. comic book event series concludes on March 4, 2026, Scott Snyder and Joshua Williamson are helping to take “DC All In” to the “Next Level,” beginning a second act of the publishing initiative that began with the DC All in Special and the launch of DC’s Absolute universe.

DC: Next Leve is a series of bold, creator-forward #1s, starring fan-favorite characters, and helmed by some of the best talent in comics. These new Next Level titles will launch alongside bold new storylines in DC’s ongoing and limited series as DC All In begins its second act.

NEXT LEVEL IS LOBO’S ONLY LEVEL WITH SKOTTIE YOUNG AND JORGE CORONA RIDING SHOTGUN!

The Eisner-nominated creative team that brought you a fantastic parable of adolescence in the Midwest, the story of an artist who embraces darkness a little too closely, and the tale of a gunslinger with too much grit to stay buried, brings you a classic yarn spun in the star-kissed threads of the cosmic DC Universe.

Vrrrrroooooommmmmmmm! The Main Man’s back, baby! And his ride is a motorcycle that moves at the speed of sound, but only if that sound is a rippin’ guitar solo, and you better hop on before he leaves you in the dust with all the bastiches he’s fragged for money or convenience!

It’s a guts-soaked path from DC K.O. to the end of the universe, where Lobo is going to scratch his name and number in the Source Wall with a cool knife. Don’t miss the mayhem, special guests, or tasty, tasty continuity! Don’t you do it!

Lobo, a new DC Next Level comic book series written by Skottie Young with art and main cover by Jorge Corona, debuts on March 4, 2026. The first issue features open-to-order card stock variants by Lee Bermejo, KyuYong Eom, and Corona, priced at $3.99 US ($4.99 US for card stock; $6.99 US for foil). Juan Ferrerya contributes a 1:25 incentive variant, while Bermejo’s cover will also be available as an open-to-order foil edition, alongside a blank sketch cover.

EISNER-WINNER GREG RUCKA AND VISIONARY ARTIST DANI JOIN FORCES TO CANCEL THE APOCALYPSE!

Acclaimed writer and co-creator of the modern Batwoman, Greg Rucka, returns to the story of Kate Kane alongside celebrated artist DaNi for a DC Next Level series that will redefine Batwoman and her mission for a new generation.

Batwoman.

Daughter. Sister. Soldier. Hero.

But since she was 10 years old, Kate Kane has lived in the shadow of a prophecy and the machinations of a religion devoted to the end of all things. How do you fight the devil when the devil is real? And how do you win?

Batwoman, a new DC Next Level comic book series written by Greg Rucka with art and cover by DaNi, debuts on March 11, 2026. The debut issue includes open-to-order cardstock variant covers by artists including Stanley “Artgerm” Lau, Stjepan Šejić, Jorge Corona, and more, priced at $3.99 US ($4.99 US for cardstock; $6.99 US for foil). Joshua “Sway” Swaby contributes a 1:25 incentive variant, while Artgerm’s variant will be offered as an additional open-to-order foil cover, alongside a blank sketch cover.

THE WORLD’S DEADLIEST ASSASSIN LEVELS UP WITH TONY FLEECS AND CARMINE DI GIANDOMENICO!

Prepare for brutal violence with over-the-top action and intrigue from the twisted mind of writer Tony Fleecs with pulse-pounding art by Carmine Di Giandomenico. DC’s contract killing bogeyman is back and bloodier than ever!

Soldier-turned-superhuman assassin for hire, Slade Wilson, has made hundreds of enemies in his day, and now one of them is taking his world apart piece by piece. The hit is out on Deathstroke, as he evolves into his purest form…a terminator out for revenge and ready to kill anyone who stands in his way.

Deathstroke: The Terminator, a new DC Next Level comic book series written by Tony Fleecs with art and cover by Carmine Di Giandomenico, debuts on March 18, 2026. The first issue features open-to-order card stock variants by Dan Panosian, KyuYong Eom, and Jorge Corona, priced at $3.99 US ($4.99 US for card stock; $6.99 US for foil). Tony Fleecs provides a 1:25 incentive variant, while Panosian’s cover will also be available as an open-to-order foil edition, alongside a blank sketch cover.

DC NEXT LEVEL INTRODUCES FRESH FACES AND FAN FAVORITES

DC Next Level, part of the second act of DC All In, is a new publishing initiative spotlighting characters like Batwoman, Deathstroke, The Demon, Firestorm, Lobo, Barbara Gordon, Zatanna, the Teen Titans, and more. The creative roster includes Jeff Lemire, Greg Rucka, Javier Rodríguez, Jamal Campbell, Skottie Young, Mariko Tamaki, James Harren, Kyle Higgins, Joshua Williamson, Daniele Di Nicuolo, Michael Walsh, Carmine Di Giandomenico, Rafael De Latorre, Jorge Corona, Tony Fleecs, Amancay Nahuelpan, Deniz Camp, DaNi, and others. The initiative promises fresh perspectives and dynamic storytelling across the DC Universe.

While the new series will be independent reads and not heavily tied to other books, they will exist alongside DC’s ongoing comic book series like Superman, Batman, Justice League Unlimited, and more. The focus is creating new-reader friendly debuts that roll out over time creating easy jumping-on point.

In the announcement, Snyder and Williamson teased this is just the second phase of what is planned with a legion of stories still to be told.

Solila Faces a Dangerous Betrayal with War on the Horizon in Void Rivals #24

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed interior pages and the lineup of variant covers for Void Rivals #24. From the blockbuster creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Conor Hughes, colorist Patricio Delpeche, and letterer Rus Wooton, the arc finale of this epic space opera hits comic book shops on November 5, 2025.

THE END OF AN ARC… 

SOLILA BETRAYED! OR… is SHE the betrayer?! 

Void Rivals #24 will feature a main cover by Lorenzo De Felici, along with a lineup of variant covers including an open-to-order cover B by Conor Hughes, the final installment of the 1:10 incentive variant  connecting cover series by Martín Morazzo and Patricio Delpeche, a 1:25 incentive variant by DANI and Brad Simpson, and a 1:50 incentive variant by E.J. Su. 

As previously announced, Void Rivals will kick off its biggest story yet with Quintesson War, which begins in December with issue #25. Robert Kirkman will be joined by new series artist Andrei Bressan for an Energon Universe epic like nothing you’ve experienced…and the Sacred Ring will never be the same. 

Void Rivals #24

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Void Rivals #24 Cover A by Lorenzo De Felici (Lunar Code: 0825IM0442) 
  • Void Rivals #24 Cover B by Conor Hughes (Lunar Code: 0825IM0443) 
  • Void Rivals #24 Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive – Connecting) by Martín Morazzo & Patricio Delpeche (Lunar Code: 0825IM0444) 
  • Void Rivals #24 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by DANI & Brad Simpson (Lunar Code: 0825IM0445) 
  • Void Rivals #24 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su (Lunar Code: 0825IM0446)

Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 Heads to a Second Printing

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have announced that Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1, the debut issue of a new four-issue limited comic book series from Eisner Award-winning writer James Tynion IV, acclaimed artist DANI, colorist Brad Simpson, and letterer Becca Carey, has sold out at the distributor level and will return with a new printing.  

The second printing features a chilling new cover by Maria Wolf and Mike Spicer and will be available at comic shops on October 1, 2025.  

This breakout hit brings one of cinema’s most intriguing monsters back to life in a chilling new horror series. With nods to the original Universal Pictures film, this modern reimagining invites longtime fans of the movie and new fans alike into a haunting new chapter of horror history. 

Jack Griffin has always been invisible to the people around him—at least in his own mind. But when an experimental breakthrough presents a path to make his dreams of invisibility a reality, no one—not even the woman he loves—will stand in his way. 

Witness Griffin’s legendary descent into madness as his humanity fades away and the monster inside is revealed, leaving only…THE INVISIBLE MAN! 

Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 Second Printing

Jack Griffin Strikes Back in Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 by James Tynion IV and DANI

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed interior pages and the slate of variant covers for Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2, the next issue of the four-issue limited comic book series from Eisner Award-winning writer James Tynion IV, acclaimed artist DANI, colorist Brad Simpson, and letterer Becca Carey.  

Unraveling the dark origins of the iconic monster in an all-new story, the next chapter of this haunting take on The Invisible Man will be available at comic shops on September 24, 2025. 

James Tynion IV and DANI continue their horror masterpiece: a reimagining of one of film’s most mysterious and menacing figures. In the second issue, it becomes clear that Jack Griffin’s ambitions will not be limited by the small minds of his rivals. So now he must strike back…. 

In addition to the main cover by DANI and series colorist Brad Simpson, Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 boasts a variant cover lineup from top artists including Mike del Mundo, Matthew Roberts, and Martin Simmonds, as well as the second of a four-part connecting cover series by David Aja. 

Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 Cover A by DANI & Brad Simpson (Lunar Code: 0725IM423) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 Cover B by Mike del Mundo (Lunar Code: 0725IM424) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 Cover C (1:10 “Pulp” Variant) by David Aja (Lunar Code: 0725IM425) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Mike del Mundo (Lunar Code: 0725IM426) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Matthew Roberts (Lunar Code: 0725IM427) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #2 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Martin Simmonds (Lunar Code: 0725IM428)

Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 Starts the March to Madness

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Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1

Jack Griffin has always been invisible to the people around him—at least in his own mind. But when an experimental breakthrough presents a path to make his dreams of invisibility a reality, no one—not even the woman he loves—will stand in his way. Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 brings the classic story to the comic page.

Skybound has been doing an amazing job bringing classic horror stories to comic pages with the return of Frankenstein, Dracula, The Creature From the Black Lagoon, and more. The stories have been a mix of original and adaptations of classic takes. Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 is the latest entry to the series and feels more like the latter, an adaptation of the classic take as opposed to something new.

Written by James Tynion IV, Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 introduces us to Jack Griffin, a scientist who accidentally discovers a chemical that impacts the color of them but also increases intelligence. It’s a discovery he wants to pursue, something he keeps close to his chest as he secretly shows disdain for those around him. Tynion delivers an individual where you can slowly see them slide into evil. Griffin is that individual who was the “quiet fellow” before he commits murder. The comic doesn’t rush things, allowing us to get to know Jack and see his slide into what’s to come.

Tynion is joined by Dani on art, colors by Brad Simpson, and lettering by Becca Carey. The art looks fantastic with a look and style that feels like a match for the anger within Jack. The flashes of violence slowly build in a proto American Psycho sort of way as he gets angrier and angrier throughout the comic’s progression. It captures the era well and promises a treat as the series progresses.

Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 breathes new life into a classic allowing old fans and new readers to discover the horror story mixed with beautiful visuals. It’s a nice slow build for what should be a rather unnerving and scary time in future issues. The debut builds on the tension of the situation as the anger grows within Jack for what we know will be an eventual explosion. It’s a solid take on a story that has survived over 100 years for a reason.

Story: James Tynion IV Art: Dani
Color: Brad Simpson Letterer: Becca Carey
Story: 8.75 Art: 8.75 Overall: 8.75 Recommendation: Buy

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