Preview: Star Trek: Lower Decks, Vol. 3: Second Second Contact

Star Trek: Lower Decks, Vol. 3: Second Second Contact

Written by Tim Sheridan
Art by Vernon Smith
September 29, 2026
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A whole planet’s population is missing—and it’s up to Captain Freeman, Tendi, Boimler, Mariner, Rutherford, and crew to recover them while fending off the alien invaders who wish them deader than dead.

It’s time for a long-overdue second contact with the species with whom the U.S.S. Cerritos made its first first contact: the Laapeerians. But when the crew arrives on Laapeeria bearing gifts, Freeman and company are shocked to discover the entire planet has been abandoned! While all the dwellings and infrastructure remain, there isn’t a soul to be found… Where have all the Laapeerians gone? And do the Laapoonians on the planet next door know anything about it?

Cover of 'Star Trek: Lower Decks - Second Second Contact' featuring animated characters in Starfleet uniforms with a starship backdrop.

Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hunger #1

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hunger #1

(W) Pallie Paul Allor (A) Gavin Smith

As the dead return in “The City that Never Dies,” an old enemy resurfaces. Hun, Casey Jones’ abusive father, was always quick to anger, and his time in the afterlife has done little to mellow him. Back from the dead, he seeks to reclaim his position as the leader of the Purple Dragons, and the only ones who can stop him are two recent returns from the Battle Nexus: Slash and Ninjara!

Comic book cover for 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Hunger', featuring a dramatic scene with turtles fighting against zombies in a dark city. The title is prominently displayed in bold colors.

Preview: Sonic the Hedgehog #90

Sonic the Hedgehog #90

(W) Evan Stanley (A) Alex Forrest

Deep within the fortified walls of the mighty Blackwood castle, far away from anyone who can help, Silver and Blaze find themselves at odds. While the seemingly chivalrous Blackwood charms the princess of the Sol Empire, Silver is left to discover some strange circumstances surrounding the castle, including the ever-cheery palace staff. Without a moment to themselves, the pair must trust each other to navigate the politics and sinister tech of this gothic palace.

However, the tense status quo will soon erupt when Blackwood approaches Blaze with an extreme offer..one that would change the balance of power in Sonic’s world forever!

Join our heroes and villains on the Road to #100 in this thrilling gothic mystery!

Cover of Sonic the Hedgehog comic issue 90, featuring Sonic's silhouette in the background, with Blaze the Cat holding a flame in the foreground, surrounded by a colorful, fiery design.

Preview: Operation: Iron Coffin #3

Operation: Iron Coffin #3

(W) Kenny Porter (A) Tyrell Cannon

Time is running out for Dracula’s mission to stop a horrible vampiric plague from overtaking Europe, and new conflicts stand in the way of completing his redemption mission. The armored warrior known as the Bell will use all his punishing power to pummel Dracula and stop him from getting any farther on the train. And the sinister duo known as Hazel and Ivy will enact their ultimate endgame to sabotage Dracula forever and destroy what remains of his spirit. The epic conclusion to Operation: Iron Coffin is here!

Comic book cover featuring a dramatic character with a sinister expression, surrounded by swirling smoke and blood, titled 'Operation: Iron Coffin'.

Preview: Hello Kitty and Friends: Hello World! #2

Hello Kitty and Friends: Hello World! #2

(W) Mariko Tamaki (A) Cody Lemieux

The unthinkable has happened in Hello Kitty’s world: A bow is missing!

Everything was supposed to be perfect! Hello Kitty had fun with her friends, cooked a gorgeous dinner, and was ready to present the most amazing present to downtrodden Cinnamoroll… until My Melody burst in the door sobbing. Her iconic bow is missing, and now, more and more accessories have begun to disappear, leaving the residents of the town in a tizzy!

Now it’s up to Hello Kitty to follow the clues and find out what is happening with her friends before everyone loses their most favorite things.

Join comics legend and multiple Eisner Award–winning author Mariko Tamaki (This One Summer, Detective Comics) and rising artist Cody Lemieux for the groundbreaking comics launch of the world’s sweetheart!

A colorful comic book cover featuring Hello Kitty and friends, including a character holding a magnifying glass and another character looking mischievous, against a vibrant background with artwork elements like a pencil and paper.

Preview: Predator vs. the Planet of the Apes #3

Predator vs. the Planet of the Apes #3

(W) Greg Pak (A) Alan Robinson

SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST BEGINS IN THE FORBIDDEN ZONE! A terrifying fight for survival is about to begin! On the PLANET OF THE APES, an alien PREDATOR has made its way deep into the FORBIDDEN ZONE. DR. ZIRA, DR. CORNELIUS and GENERAL URSUS are tracking the deadly threat to APE SOCIETY along with their new captive, the human ARCH. But the Forbidden Zone holds many secrets — including one that could unleash mass extinction! Who will be strong enough to survive?!

Comic book cover featuring the Predator character, brandishing a spear, with a group of terrified figures in the background. The title reads 'Predator versus Planet of the Apes'.

Preview: Godzilla Conquers the Multiverse #3

Godzilla Conquers the Multiverse #3

(W) Gerry Duggan (A) Javier Garrón

WHEN GODS FALL… GODZILLA RISES!!! With DOCTOR DOOM dead, the Multiverse broken and GODZILLA unstoppable, MILES MORALES, A.K.A. SPIDER-MAN, turns to an unexpected ally… ODIN himself!!! Can the wisdom of the All-Father change a war that’s already been lost? Also featuring THE PUNISHER, MOTHRA, KNULL, KANG, EMMA FROST, DOCTOR STRANGE, MAN-THING and more!

Comic book cover featuring Godzilla and various characters from the Marvel universe, with Godzilla's hand looming large in the background. The title 'Godzilla Conquers the Multiverse' is displayed prominently at the top.

Preview: The Fantastic Four: First Foes – Dragon Man #1

The Fantastic Four: First Foes – Dragon Man #1

(W) Greg Pak (A) Mark Buckingham

FROM THE WORLD OF THE BLOCKBUSTER MOVIE!

As the Fantastic Four take the world by storm, Ben Grimm, the ever-lovin’ Thing, struggles in the spotlight in his rocky, monstrous form. But could there be a cure for his condition? And what does all of this have to do with the terrifying android known as DRAGON MAN?

Cover of the comic book 'The Fantastic Four: First Foes - Dragon Man' featuring the villain Dragon Man, a purple creature with wings and flames, facing off against the Fantastic Four team members.
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