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Black Widow: Black, White & Red Room reveals Natasha and Yelena’s Darkest Secrets and Deadliest Missions

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Marvel’s critically acclaimed Black, White And Blood format returns this December to spotlight two of the most lethal women in the Marvel Universe–along with the diabolical Red Room that forged them—in Black Widow: Black, White & Red Room!

Written and drawn by a powerhouse lineup of creators, the four-issue limited series feature three stories in each issue: one starring Natasha Romanoff, Black Widow; one starring Yelena Belova, White Widow; and one exploring the wider world of the Red Room and the many characters shaped by it.

In Black Widow: Black, White & Red Room #1, acclaimed writer Stephanie Phillips, currently igniting comic stands with her blockbuster new Daredevil run, sends Black Widow on a high-stakes heist alongside artist Giuseppe Camuncoli. Then, Yelena Belova co-creators Devin Grayson and JG Jones reunite to team up White Widow and Daredevil, while Jeremy Whitley and Bradley Clayton reveal the full story of Nadia Van Dyne, A.K.A. the Unstoppable Wasp, and her daring escape from the Red Room. And that’s only the beginning—future issues will feature stories by Peach Momoko, Sam Humphries, and many more!

Check out Ito’s main cover and preorder Black Widow: Black, White & Red Room at your local comic shop today!

Cover art for 'Black Widow: Black, White & Red Room' featuring two female characters, one holding a gun and both with a serious expression, against a red and white background.

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With a Surprise Debut, Marvel Reveals New Avengers: Armageddon Covers (Spoilers)

Posted on September 17, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

KIMOTA!

On stands now, Avengers: Armageddon #4, the penultimate issue of the five-issue event series by Chip Zdarsky, Delio Diaz and Frank Alpizar that ushers in the next era of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, delivered a game-changing revelation: the source of the Origin Box that gave David Colton his mysterious—and unparalleled—powers was none other than MIRACLEMAN.

A pioneer of modern super hero storytelling, Miracleman remains one of the medium’s most revolutionary characters. Now, the character returns in the Marvel Universe as his awesome power finds a new champion in David Colton, the 21st-century Captain America introduced in the opening arc of Chip Zdarsky’s acclaimed Captain America run.

Colton’s transformation couldn’t come at a more pivotal moment. Avengers: Armageddon is reenergizing the Marvel Universe—and comic shops with sold-out printings—as the Avengers face a battle that will forever change how the world sees them as protectors. Now, David Colton assumes the mantle of Miracleman, who once deconstructed the very idea of what it means to be a super hero, to help usher in this new age. But as Colton embraces his new power and brings it to the forefront of the fight, will there be an Earth left standing to avenge?

Check out Michael Cho’s newly revealed SPOILER VARIANT COVER and pick up Avengers: Armageddon #4 at your local comic shop today. Plus, get a first look at the final cover by Dike Ruan for Avengers: Armageddon #5, now featuring David Colton as Miracleman, alongside a previously classified variant cover by John Romita Jr. Stay tuned later this week to learn more about Miracleman’s future in the Marvel Universe.

Comic book cover featuring a superhero in a colorful costume, striking a powerful pose against a vibrant background with characters' faces behind him. The title 'Avengers Armageddon' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

Cover of 'Avengers: Armageddon' issue 5 featuring a superhero in a blue costume with a red emblem, hovering above a battlefield scattered with debris and fallen characters.

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DNX #1 Kicks Off the next X-Event Paying Off the Long Build Up

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Brett Leave a comment

THE X-VIRUS UNLEASHED! The X-Men and 3K. Each steered by an original heir of Xavier, each with their own vision for the mutant people. Each at one another’s throats. Cyclops and the Chairman both experienced the future of the Age of Revelation and came home with a renewed mission: The X-Men to prevent that future. 3K to own it. While the X-Men seek out the Fantastic Four to help save one of their own, the White Beast begins his plan to unleash the X-Virus in a major population area! EVOLUTION IS CONTAGIOUS! DNX #1 is the start of the next X-event with Cyclop’s X-Men and the Fantastic Four clashing with the Chairman and 3K.

It’s been a little over a year since 3K’s X-Men were first introduced and a little over two years since this volume of X-Men began. DNX #1 feels like the beginning of the payoff for those who have stuck through the series which has delivered some rather intriguing twists and turns. It’s also the follow of to the “Age of Revelation” storyline that jumped the series ten years into the future where mutants dominate and a virus runs loose. That storyline had Cyclops and the Chairman return to the current time with knowledge of what’s to come. One is determined to prevent it while the other is determined to see it through. It’s yet another alternate timeline type story where someone needs to prevent it from occurring. But, there’s something intriguing about this as in some ways it gets to the roots of the X-Men.

Written by Jed MacKay, the story pits Cyclops’ duty against the Chairman’s vision. One wants to bring about mutant dominance while the other wants to protect mutants as well as humanity. The basic plot feels very much like the classic split of vision between Professor X and Magneto, one wanting peace and coexistence while the other wants militant domination. It’s also a clear shift from the recent Krakoan Age which saw mutants more as nationalists manipulating the world in many ways.

What’s solid about the issue is it feels like a bit of a throwback in some ways. Cyclops’ team really works as a team, each bringing their strengths to help the whole. Quentin Quire’s way of finding 3K’s cloaked ship is particularly cool and shows a use of the team’s mutant powers for more than just blunt force. Once confronting 3K’s X-Men, there’s also more than just the usual bash showing off the experience of the team as well. But that unity of a team and experience is in stark contrast to the Chairman and 3K who are unable to peacefully work together. MacKay keeps things shaky where readers have no idea who they can trust when it comes to the villains.

The inclusion of the Fantastic Four adds to the story as well. Having Beast work with Mr. Fantastic not only keeps the X-Men’s abilities in check (Beast can’t solve his problem) but it also allows for a morality debate about how to proceed. But, as we’ve seen elsewhere, it’s Sue Storm who really steps up showing she’s a badass leader who gets shit done (and makes us want to see MacKay take on the FF more).

The art by Federico Vicentini is pretty solid. With color by David Curiel and lettering by Clayton Cowles, the art is engaging and interesting. The issue’s visuals are able to shift from a debate between two characters to an outright brawl. Where things really stand out with DNX #1‘s art is its ability to deliver the tension and uncertainty during certain scenes. 3K unsure if they’re about to be killed by the Chairman creates a certain paranoia that the art is able to depict perfectly.

DNX #1 is for those truly invested in the current X-Men storyline. It continues a story that began some time ago and is a continuation of the reveals in the “Age of Revelation.” New readers might enjoy it, the team does a good job and making it new reader friendly, but the interesting details might be lost. Overall, not a bad start to an event that has us interested in seeing how it plays out.

Story: Jed MacKay Art: Federico Vicentini
Color: David Curiel Letters: Clayton Cowles
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Read

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Hellraiser Resurrections: The Onanistic Ritual proves the Chatterer needs his own series

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Ricardo Denis Leave a comment

Cover of Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Resurrections comic featuring a central figure with grotesque features and two computer screens displaying disturbing imagery, portraying a surreal and horror-themed scene.

Fans of Hellraiser know that the Chatterer could easily carry a movie on his own. Clive Barker’s iconic Cenobite is possessed by a kind of visceral elegance that invites curiosity. His fleshy, disfigured face is mostly kept bare to highlight his most unsettling feature: his teeth. They’re on permanent display thanks to a few small hooks that peel his lips back. It looks like a piece of art framed in gore, an ode to pain. Naturally, this Cenobite clicks his teeth to communicate.

Writer Zac Thompson and artist Gavin Mitchell certainly believe in the Chatterer’s ability to step into the leading role, and they show just how much in their one-shot comic Hellraiser: Resurrections: The Onanistic Ritual #1, published by BOOM! Studios. It’s part of a batch of one-shots that focus on a singular Cenobite each, building towards a new on-going series.

The Onanistic Ritual centers on Jim Kaufman, an angry and pathetic little man that’s fallen into the misogynistic rabbit hole of the digital world only to come across a Cenobite in need of a victim, the Chatterer. Jim, who can be argued is an updated version of Frank from Barker’s original book and movie (The Hellbound Heart and Hellraiser respectively), turns out to be the perfect candidate for this.

A comic panel depicting a distressed man with headphones, experiencing horror as he interacts with a mysterious box. Panels show his transformation and existential struggle, featuring an eerie green eye and close-up shots of bloodied hands and grotesque teeth.

Thompson’s script goes for a direct takedown of incel culture, ridiculing multiple aspects of it. For instance, Jim tries and fails at looksmaxxing. He’s obsessed with porn and is a chronic masturbator. He views women as entitled creatures that are actively out to shun him and his manhood. Essentially, he sees himself as a victim in some kind of sex war, and the dark web’s there to back him up on all of it.

It’s the perfect setup for a story about demons that deal in pleasure as a form of torture, whose definitions of punishment hinge on the amount of suffering they inflict at any given time. Thompson draws upon this to craft a story about obsessive pursuits.

On the one hand, Jim nurtures his hatred of women to find the justification he needs to take things a step further. He wants to cross moral lines to get back at the harsh realities he thinks women have imposed upon him. The Chatterer, on the other hand, seeks transformation. He wants to become a superior expression of desire and torment that’s worthy of the Order of the Gash (a group of demonic theologians led by the legendary Pinhead).

Gavin Mitchell’s art captures this dual perspective structure perfectly. By illustrating two distinct realities that reflect each of the characters’ journeys, he gets to play with different interpretations of violence.

A dark, tense comic book scene featuring a robot-like figure and a woman in a black outfit. The robot appears distressed, while the woman holds an object and looks at him. The background is filled with shadows and debris, contributing to a suspenseful atmosphere.

Jim’s reality is dirty, opaque, and repulsive, elements that combine for a very pathetic state of affairs. The Chatterer’s looks like a destination tailor-made for unholy pilgrimages. It harbors a grotesque sense of place that has to be endured rather than merely traversed. Mitchell makes sure to populate environments with enough ugliness to differentiate each character’s living environment, and it’s a real treat pouring over them to see how horrifying they can be.

The Chatterer really shines here. His part of the story gives Thompson and Mitchell a chance to really dive into the process of becoming a Cenobite in all its plasma-filled glory. Chains and body parts abound, giving the visuals that signature Hellraiser look. Flesh gets ripped, faces get torn apart, and blood gets splattered. Longtime fans of the franchise will even spot a few cult-favorite Cenobites along the way, especially those who hold Hellraiser III: Hell on Earth dear to their hearts.

Thompson and Mitchell showcase a profound understanding of Hellraiser and the elements that differentiate it from other horror licenses. To channel Clive Barker’s dark energy you have to be willing to go beyond gratuitous violence to get at something different. Thompson and Mitchell not only achieve this, they turn out a macabre love letter to the scariest Cenobite in the Order of the Gash. It’s a shame The Chatterer doesn’t have eyes. I believe he’d enjoy reading The Onanistic Ritual.

Story: Zac Thompson Art: Gavin Mitchell
Color: Francesco Segala, Gloria Martinelli Letters: Ed Dukeshire

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Avengers: Armageddon #4 Delivers the Moment We All Knew Was Coming

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Brett Leave a comment

A KEY MOMENT IN IIIIARVEL HISTORY AS A NEW CHARACTER TAKES THE STAGE… The Marvel Universe changes forever right here and right now! The Avengers are torn apart as a shocking character makes their debut, setting the stage for November’s Avengers #1! While the moments of Avengers: Armageddon #4 are expected, it’s still a big moment for the Marvel Universe and sure to be an issue snag by collectors.

WARNING, THIS REVIEW CONTAINS SPOILERS

Avengers: Armageddon as a whole has been an interesting event whose goal is to clearly shake up the status quo of the Avengers as well as the greater Marvel Universe. Like events before it, it swings big with underlying themes and grand concepts. Written by Chip Zdarsky the series began with Red Hulk wanting to bring democracy to nations through force, It was an interesting flipside to the recent “One World Under Doom,” which saw the world give up a lot to a “benevolent” dictator. But, where that series had one focus, Avengers: Armageddon pivoted quickly instead turning to David Colton, the Captain America who took on the role after 9/11.

Colton was introduced in Zdarsky’s run on Captain America and has become a rather intriguing character overall. At first, he had a jingoistic aspect to him, like many did, after the terrorist attack of 2001. But, as the series progressed and in the subsequent Wolverine: Weapons of Armageddon, we saw the character evolve into a soldier questioning his service and government, seeing through the propaganda and patriotism. During Weapons of Armageddon, Colton came across a box from the Ultimate Universe that grants powers to individuals (long story to explain that one). Colton was transformed with powers and abilities similar to Superman and Hyperion. With the Red Hulk threatening numerous nations, the Avengers assembled, against the United Nation’s wishes and attempted to save the day with Colton joining the Avengers and delivering the upper hand.

Avengers: Armageddon has been focusing on what Colton has been doing after the battle with the Red Hulk. With so much power, he’s decided to take his actions further attempting to bring peace to the world by attacking nuclear sites and removing weapons of destruction from the hands of numerous nations. Basically, he’s gone Superman IV: The Quest for Peace.

Avengers: Armageddon #4 focuses on the next phase with just one more issue to go as the Red Hulk has his revenge and with the help of Russian forces, presses an attack on the Avengers and America as a whole.

But all of this is to set up what happens after Avengers: Armageddon in Avengers #1 and it promises to be a hell of a shift for the Marvel Universe.

WARNING BIG SPOILERS

Zdarsky has had Colton focused on atomic weapons, delivering a tease that has spanned a few issues and leading to Avengers: Armageddon #4‘s big moment, the reveal of Colton as Miracleman. Yes, the character in limbo is back and has joined the Marvel Universe proper. It’s something we all knew was coming, it was just a question of when and how.

This big moment is sure to bring with it either excitement or a lot of criticism as the character itself has had a weird, winding, rocky, history and it’s clear whatever comes next for the Avengers and Marvel Universe will be shaped by this debut.

It’s a moment though that delivers and Zdarky’s introduction is well done with a nice build through the issue that really feels special. There’s some excitement underneath with great pacing and a lot of climactic moments that really build until the final reveal.

The art by Delio Diaz and Frank Alpizar is fantastic. The issue is one that swings big for massive moments, multiple, and each actually delivers while not relying on packed chaotic spreads. Instead, the story has only a few heroes confronting Red Hulk and his Russian allies, keeping it focused and the art does a great job of doing that deliver a battle that feels like a real struggle and full of chaos. Diaz and Alpizar are joined by Jesus Aburtov on color and lettering by Cory Petit and it all pops, looking great. But, where the comic really stands out is the apex of the battle with Red Hulk as a massive explosion seemingly kills multiple characters in dramatic fashion. Stop and look at what happens to the Winter Soldier, it’s brutal in its depiction.

But, that moment quickly shifts as Colton fights for his life and his true identity is revealed. It’s that moment in the film where the boxer is knocked down and given that pep talk in their head to quickly pop up for one more round. The art team nails it without overdoing the moment.

END OF BIG SPOILERS

Avengers: Armageddon #4 is an issue that is likely to become a controversial one with folks either loving what it does or absolutely hating where it’s taking everything. Either way, it’s hard to argue the comic doesn’t deliver a cinematic and epic story and moments that are full of surprises. The event as a whole has been interesting and with this issue it has delivered on its promise to shake up the Avengers for what comes next.

Story: Chip Zdarsky Art: Delio Diaz, Frank Alpizar
Color: Jesus Aburtov Letters: Cory Petit
Story: 8.25 Art: 8.5 Overall: 8.25 Recommendation: Buy

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Preview: Judge Dredd Megazine 496

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Judge Dredd Megazine 496

RELEASE DATE: 16th September £7.50
US RELEASE DATE: 14th October $14.99
COVER: ANTHONY WILLIAMS

In this issue:

JUDGE DREDD // ROJIMBO by Geoffrey D. Wessel (w) Nick Roche (a) Pippa Bowland (c) Simon Bowland (l)
STORM WARNING // SLAUGHTER HOUSE by John Reppion (w) Lee Carter (a) Rob Steen (l)
MEGA-CITY 2099 // ZOMBALL by Ken Niemand (w) Conor Boyle (a) Rob Steen (l)
ROGUE TROOPER // AN ITERATION OF ALLIES by Andi Ewington (w) Sinu Senan (a) Jim Boswell (c) Simon Bowland (l)
LAWLESS by Dan Abnett (w) Phil Winslade (a) Simon Bowland (l)

Cover of Judge Dredd Magazine featuring a chaotic scene with zombies and Judge Dredd in a futuristic setting, promoting a story titled 'MEAT THE TEAM!'

Comic panel from Judge Dredd: Rojimbo featuring characters inspecting broken toy models in a store, with dialogue reflecting a problem involving damaged items.

A comic strip featuring a scene in a dimly lit room with characters discussing the death of Lord Slaughter, expressing concerns about spirits and technology, while strategizing their investigation with a futuristic theme.

Preview: 2000 AD Prog 2500

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2000 AD Prog 2500

UK RELEASE DATE: 16th September £4.99
LUNAR RELEASE DATE: 30th September $8.99
COVER: MIKE PERKINS

In this issue:

JUDGE DREDD // THE NEW FUTURE by Rob Williams & Arthur Wyatt (w) Henry Flint (c) Annie Parkhouse (l)
AZIMUTH // HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DAGON by Dan Abnett (w) Tazio Bettin (a) Matt Soffe (c) Rob Steen (l)
SILENT HILL: TOWNFALL // THE DOCK HOUSE by Jon McKellan (w) David Roach (a) Emily Roach (c) Rob Steen (l)
DURHAM RED // HUNGRY CITY by Alec Worley (w) Ben Willsher (a) Simon Bowland (l)
THISTLEBONE // THE WITCHFINDER’S APPRENTICE by T.C. Eglington (w) Simon Davis (a)
GHOSTED // BOOK TWO by Guy Adams (w) Megan Huang (a) Simon Bowland (l)
HERNE & SHUCK // STORMING THE STONE by David Barnett (w) Lee Milmore (a) Quinton Winter (c) Annie Parkhouse (l)

Cover of the comic book '2000 AD' featuring a character in futuristic attire holding a firearm, with a cityscape background and bold text announcing 'New Thrills Start Inside!'

Comic page of Judge Dredd titled 'The New Future (Prologue)' featuring characters in a futuristic setting discussing judicial matters and policies.

A comic panel featuring a fishing boat named 'Salty Shanty' sailing through blue waters, with an old captain steering and discussing dangers of the sea. In the background, a large pirate ship and a submarine are visible, surrounded by waves and a cloudy sky.

Preview: Fearless Dawn: The Battle of El Gigante Pequeño #1

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Fearless Dawn: The Battle of El Gigante Pequeño #1

Written and Illustrated by Steve Mannion.

The latest chapter in the Fearless Dawn saga. Helga’s Axis Evil army has assembled a large force in the small town of El Gigante Pequeno. With everything to lose and nothing to gain our heroes make their final stand. Join Fearless Dawn, Zombie Betty, Number Seven as they fight the evil Helga and her minions. Introducing many new characters such as: The Masked Kid, Johnny Nowhere, Tina Gunn and the muscluar battle brute- DINO-GUY! Again, the good guys and bad guys slug it out in the whackiest battle yet in the Fearless Dawn universe! This is an all-out non-stop combat action issue by the master of disaster Steve Mannion!

Comic book cover of 'Fearless Dawn #1' featuring an intense battle scene with a female character in the center and two muscular figures on either side, set against an orange background.

Comic book cover titled 'Fearless Dawn: The Battle of El Gigante Pequeño' featuring a central female character in a military uniform surrounded by various characters including soldiers and monsters, with bold colors and graphic art style.

Cover of the comic 'Fearless Dawn' from Asylum Press, featuring a character with goggles and the title prominently displayed. The issue is labeled as '#1 One-Shot' and includes the subtitle 'The Battle of El Gigante Pequeño'.

Preview: Sleepy Hollow: The Witches of the Western Wood #5

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Sleepy Hollow: The Witches of the Western Wood #5

(W) Delilah S. Dawson (A) Jose Jaro

Revisit the world of Tim Burton’s Sleepy Hollow in The Witches of the Western Wood!

The Headless Horseman will ride tonight. From the moment Sarah and Mary Archer witnessed the Hessian’s death in the Western Woods, their lives have been shadowed by the demon’s dark presence. And Sarah finally has everything she needs to revive the Horseman and unleash his axe upon the town of Sleepy Hollow—and her own sister. Witness the witch’s rampage and the Headless Horseman’s first ride in this epic conclusion!

Comic book cover featuring a witch holding a skull, riding a black horse under a full moon surrounded by dark trees, titled 'Sleepy Hollow: The Witches of the Western Wood'.

Cover page for 'Sleepy Hollow: The Witches of the Western Wood' featuring title, writer, artist, colorist, letterer, designer, and editor credits, with a brief description of the story.

A graphic novel panel depicting a mysterious character in a dark cloak riding a black horse through a wooded area, with a full moon and fog in the background. Elements of horror and suspense are present, with text snippets suggesting themes of possession and a calling.

Preview: Killer Influences #3

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Killer Influences #3

(W) Joey Esposito (A) Valeria Burzo

Melvin and Kylie have gone from tepid allies to full-blown enemies. As Melvin hunts Kylie down to make her his next victim, she’ll have to use all of her knowledge about serial killers, and everything she’s learned about Melvin, in order to stop him. But is she willing to sacrifice all the clout, followers, and social media infrastructure she’s built up? Would she rather die an icon than live life as a known grifter? And even if she can stop Melvin from killing her, can she ever fully make things go back to normal, or have too many people noticed her work? Don’t miss the dark conclusion to this IDW Crime epic!

Comic book cover for 'Killer Influences' issue 3, featuring a character holding a yellow flower and a staff, surrounded by a shadowy forest and figures in the background.

Description of a comic book back cover featuring a synopsis about characters Kylie and Melvin, who make a dangerous pact, along with credits for the writer, artist, colorist, letterer, and editor.

Comic strip featuring multiple panels with characters discussing a podcast about a cold case related to Caddyshack, humorously contemplating various theories and opinions.

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