New Avengers #3
(W) Sam Humphries (A) Ton Lima
(C) Rain Beredo (L) Joe Sabino
(CA) Stephen Segovia, Rain Beredo
HULK HEIST! Bucky and Clea infiltrate Hulkspace to track down a psychically imprisoned Bruce Banner! But to buy them time to make contact, the rest of the team must survive an all-out onslaught from the INCREDIBLE HULK! Meanwhile, two KILLUMINATI members have joined forces… and they’ve set their sights on the New Avengers!
The Immortal Thor #25
(W) Al Ewing (A) Pasqual Ferry, Jan Bazaldua, Justin Greenwood
(C) Matt Hollingsworth, Romulo Fajardo Jr. (L) Joe Sabino
(CA) Alex Ross (VCA) Martin Coccolo, Dan Jurgens
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 02, 2025
SRP: $5.99
THE STORY ENDS…
At the end of his tale, Thor strode into Vidblainn, third land of the dead, whence nothing could return. And there, beyond all battles, beyond all cares, he stood and fought for justice one last time – against the great Serpent who wore his own face and held his own hammer. This was the story of the IMMORTAL THOR…and the deciding of his fate.
Carnage. The Hulk. Namor. Clea. Wolverine. Five of the most dangerous loners and antiheroes in the Marvel Universe. Nothing could make them work together…but Bucky Barnes and the Black Widow are going to give it a shot. Demented duplicates of the Illuminati are threatening the world, and if they figure out how to work together, they’ll be as unstoppable as the originals. Bucky and Natasha need allies who will do anything to take the duplicates out – but wrangling a team of killers and monsters presents its own dangers. Welcome to the New Avengers – hope you survive the experience! New Avengers #1 kicks off a new team with some familiar faces and a concept that’s usually under a different series name.
Written by Sam Humphries, New Avengers #1 feels a bit of a mix of Avengers and Thunderbolts with a team comprising of individuals who haven’t always been on the right side of things and whose tactics can be a bit explosive. What’s interesting is, the series takes place firmly in the world of “One World Under Doom,” but doesn’t feature its branding nor does it seem to really focus on that beyond a quick mention. Instead, the comic follows familiar tropes with this sort of story and team. There’s a dangerous mission, and we’re introduced to each member during the mission in a flashy way which is accompanied to a flashback of their recruitment. It’s all pretty standard but there’s just something about it that makes it a fun read.
Tom Lima‘s art is pretty good with some solid style that echoes earlier volumes of New Avengers. Lima is joined by Rain Beredo on color and lettering by Joe Sabino and the look of the comic mixes action and sexiness. There’s something about the comic that creates a flirtiness mixed with all of the destruction and death. There are some small issues with characters looking a bit odd in in a panel here and there, but overall, it’s an art style that really pops and embraces the chaos of the action.
Whether you’re a fan of this type of storytelling and concept really is the determination if you should get New Avengers #1. It’s a solid debut and the team dynamics are interesting so far. But, it falls into that “dysfunctional team” category of concepts, which is usually a Thunderbolts series, which can be hit and miss. The first issue definitely shows off potential though and we’re sure this series will play into the future of the Marvel comic universe in a big way. So, no matter your interest, this is one to keep your eyes on.
Story: Sam Humphries Art: Tom Lima
Color: Rain Beredo Letterer: Joe Sabino
Story: 7.75 Art: 7.5 Overall: 7.75 Recommendation: Buy
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Doom took over the world. And Bucky Barnes helped him do it. To atone for his unwitting role in Doom’s triumph, Bucky assembles a team with one goal: burn it all down. But when Bucky’s saboteurs – including Black Widow and Songbird – launch a no-holds-barred campaign to tear Doom’s Empire apart, Doom decides to prove that revolution ends in blood… Thunderbolts: Doomstrike #1 feels like a key tie-in for the new status quo that’s reshaping the Marvel Universe.
I read a bit of the previous volume of Thunderbolts, trailing off eventually and never finishing the series. It seems like it might be important, but Thunderbolts: Doomstrike #1 will catch up readers with what they need to know. The short version, Bucky Barnes, now going by the horrible codename “The Revolution,” has inspired Dr. Doom to take some action to get rid of competition and through various events, is now the Sorcerer Supreme as well. After disappearing for months, Doom has stepped onto the world stage and has sort of brought peace and prosperity. But, his dominating control has an underlying evil to it and Thunderbolts: Doomstrike #1 looks like it’ll explore that.
Written by Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly, Doom wants Bucky working for him as part of his security force, his own Thunderbolts. But, Bucky’s not a fan of dictators and thus the clash between the two is set up. Like the main One World Under Doom series, Thunderbolts: Doomstrike #1 highlights that Doom is steps ahead as he manipulates Barnes into action and uses those actions against him. Like the main series, it shows that Doom uses far more than just “physical” force to get his ways and that he’s deft at propaganda and manipulating the news and perception to get his way.
And those actions are really used against him with a moment that might be even more over the top than the Stamford Incident that lead to the “Marvel Civil War.” It’s a moment that feels key and hard to not acknowledge in other connected series, especially the main one. It also emphasizes that this tie-in will be a key one.
With art by Tommaso Bianchi, Thunderbolts: Doomstrike #1 features color by Yen Nitro and lettering by Joe Sabino. The comic looks solid with a style that fits its mix of action and spy intrigue. The comic does a solid job of projecting the emotional ups and downs, even with Doom who’s behind a mask. Where the art falls a little flat is the major event of the issue which doesn’t quite have the impact you’d hope. It’s a hell of a two-page spread but there’s a disconnect to it for the readers.
Thunderbolts: Doomstrike #1 is a solid companion series to One World Under Doom. It shows that there’ll be some key moments in the story within this series and kicks things off with a hell of a bang, a few actually. It’s an interesting series that’ll play a pivotal role, so if you’re into this event, this is one tie-in miniseries you won’t want to miss.
Story: Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly Art: Tommaso Bianchi
Color: Yen Nitro Letterer: Joe Sabino
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy
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The high-tech African nation of Wakanda has been ravaged by outside forces, its queen has fallen and the people have turned against their king. As dissidents seek violent change, two of T’Challa’s own Dora Milaje forge their own brave path. And while outside forces pour fuel on the fire, the Black Panther recruits his own crew to aid in the struggle.
Collects: Black Panther #1-12
Story: Ta-Nehisi Coates
Art: Brian Stelfreeze, Chris Sprouse
Finishes: Karl Story, Walden Wong, Goran Sudzuka, Roberto Poggi
Ink: Karl Story, Walden Wong, Brian Stelfreeze, Scott Hanna
Color: Laura Martin, Matt Milla, Larry Molinar, Rachelle Rosenberg, Paul Mounts
Letterer: Joe Sabino
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Story: Christos Gage
Art: Alberto Jimenez Albuquerque
Color: Larry Molinar
Letterer: Joe Sabino
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The most unlikely team-up turned most demanded one, Deadpool and Wolverine are BACK! Together again and ready to blow your minds in this ongoing series that hits like a never-ending action movie – with the fate of the world in the balance! When a fan-favorite villain is unearthed, you’ll get to see a new side of our heroes and their adversary, as an ages-long plan comes to fruition. And the only thing that stands between the Earth and annihilation is the Best There Is and the Merc With The Mouth. Deadpool/Wolverine #1 is an interesting debut that’s a lot of flash.
Written by Benjamin Percy, Deadpool/Wolverine #1 is entertaining enough, bringing together again Deadpool and Wolverine. Kicking off with an over the top segment, Deadpool is dragged along on a mission that ropes in Wolverine and results in big explosions and sequences that right now make no sense. It’s a perfect example of just go with the flow and try to not think too much. Short version, someone is controlling Deadpool and he and Wolverine are taken to a super secret location but first they needed to blow up a nuclear plant? Yeah, there’s not really a reason why the area needed to be evacuated but, it’s an action sequence that could only be done in comics.
And that pretty much sums up the issue, it can only be done in comics. The plot makes little sense right now other than to deliver the villain at the end which should be interesting as it’s someone we haven’t seen in some time. But, it’s a comic that’s really about those moments that are so silly on their own. The moments that are about Deadpool and Wolverine both loving and hating each other. And, this comic has those moments and then some.
Joshua Cassara delivers the bombastic visuals along with color by Guru e-FX and lettering by Joe Sabino. Visually, the comic entertains with an enthusiasm that drips from the page. There’s an almost glee in the visuals that match Percy’s rollercoaster ride of a story. There’s nothing subtle here with bodies flying, being chopped up, eyeballs pulled out, bullets flying, and large explosions. It’s silly. But, it’s silly fun.
Deadpool/Wolverine #1 is turn your brain off enjoyment. Nothing really makes sense right now but that’s not really the point here. It’s a story that’s flash, not substance. You’re not supposed to think too hard. Just sit back with some popcorn and strap in for the wild ride.
Story: Benjamin Percy Art: Joshua Cassara
Color: Guru e-FX Letterer: Joe Sabino
Story: 7.1 Art: 7.75 Overall: 7.15 Recommendation: Read
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He’s been a soldier. An X-Man. A protector of the timestream. But even from his earliest days, the mutant known as Cable has been living on borrowed time, waging a lonely war against the ravages of the Techno-Organic Virus. Yet when a high-stakes mission in the future goes catastrophically awry, Cable is left stranded in the dystopian city of Salvation Bay – and will find himself caught in the midst of a civil war that will change his life forever. Cable: Love and Chrome #1 is a bit of a throwback in some ways and has the character facing his biggest struggle, the virus within.
I grew up in the 80s and in the 90s I was all in when it came to comics. Every event, chromium cover, debut, it was purchased. 40+ comics a week came home with me to devour. Looking back, most were exactly that, events and flash to get people to purchase them. The depth wasn’t quite there but the ideas were wild, packed with action, and utterly confusing. Cable was a prime example of that. A time traveler, his role in the Marvel Universe has changed over the decades and his path is at this point impossible to follow. That’s partially why I went into Cable: Love and Chrome #1 with the mental expectation that’ll be big explosions and cinematic moments, much like the 90s solo comics I remember. But, written by David Pepose, I should know to expect more and I was pleasantly surprised and please with what was within and the direction of the series.
Pepose mines the character in an interesting way focusing on the character’s struggle with the Techno-Organic Virus he was infected with as a child. The concept of the virus at this point is a bit convoluted as a whole but with Cable, it’s simplified. If he doesn’t use his mutant power, his willpower, the virus will overtake his body and kill him. He has a disability that makes every day a struggle. Cable is the extreme of what those with a disability go through every day, their internal fight and struggle to just function up against a world that “wages a war against them.” And, at times, Cable has slipped in that fight and it has become more difficult for him. It’s something I can relate to personally as my own disability gets the better of me and makes every day a fight of willpower. Pepose has opened up my eyes that Cable can be an allegory and not just over the top weapons that defy physics.
Pepose gives us over the top action too. The comic opens with a scene that is very much Mad Max with details that pop and ground it in a dystopian Marvel future. A new villain is introduced and overall, it’s just a lot of fun. It’s the opening sequence before the credits of the film roles where you just go along for the ride and don’t question the lead up. But, it’s the latter focus on the struggles of Cable and finding a possible community that struggles along with him that stands out and makes this comic more than just big guns, big explosions, and lots of pouches.
Part of the fun of Cable: Love and Chrome #1 is the art of Mike Henderson. As I said, the opening sequence is a prime example of that as there’s small details that ground it all and connects it to Marvel’s past. The designs of the characters are interesting and detailed telling a story and all of it is presented in a way that feels like it could be on the big screen with moments that hit. The color by Arif Prianto is solid giving it all a dirty palette but at the same time keeping the overall coming feeling bright and not depressing. Joe Sabino‘s lettering adds a bit of a punch in scenes as well.
Cable: Love and Chrome #1 has a feel like some of the Cable series I grew up with when the character got solo series with chromium embossed lenticular covers regularly. But, it’s far more getting at an aspect of the character that often takes a backseat and presenting it in a way so many can relate to. It’s a fresh take on the character, something Pepose excels at and a prime reason to check out this debut.
Story: David Pepose Art: Mike Henderson
Color: Arif Prianto Letterer: Joe Sabino
Story: 8.0 Art: 7.75 Overall: 7.95 Recommendation: Read
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The Time Variance Authority has long watched over the timeline, protecting it from dangerous variations that could cause the end of EVERYTHING. Now, as the organization begins to expand its tolerance of variants, it’s enlisted some new recruits from timelines that have been wiped from existence: Captain Peggy Carter, Super-Soldier of her world; Gambit, despondent and aimless from the loss of his lady love; and… this can’t be right… Spider-Gwen?!? Has her world been destroyed?!? TVA #1 delivers a confusing first issue that’s full of variant ideas.
Written by Katharyn Blair, TVA #1 is a frustrating comic in multiple ways. While the idea of the TVA goes back decades in comics, this version of the TVA looks more like what has recently been seen in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Is this comic a spin-off of the MCU or is it in the comic universe? Is it both? Who knows and that’s part of the frustration. As a whole, the TVA in the Marvel comic universe makes little sense considering how many times the universe has been reset or timelines shifted around. But, this TVA has plucked character from defunct timelines to solve problems. In concept, it could be fun and feels like an echo of the beloved Exiles team.
In this story, nightmares are cropping up across timelines and giving people visions of the TVA that they shouldn’t know as well as having them confront personal nightmares. It could be interesting and all points to the character Nightmare behind everything. But the execution of this story feels like being dropped into a new season of a show after a reboot and new characters being introduced. While you think you should be able to dive in and get it, you feel rather lost and you’re missing something.
The art by Pere Pérez with color by Guru-eFX and lettering by Joe Sabino is good. Everything looks good and some scenes with Spider-Gwen as she crawls around are interesting visually. But, like the story itself, the visuals feel a little disconnected at times. There’s a choppiness visually that matches a choppy narrative.
TVA #1 isn’t a bad comic and there’s potential for the concept but overall it’s a frustrating comic in far too many ways.
Story: Katharyn Blair Story: Pere Pérez
Color: Guru-eFX Letterer: Joe Sabino
Story: 6.0 Art: 7.0 Overall: 6.0 Recommendation: Pass
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After the fall of Krakoa, Kate Pryde is trying to get as far away from all things X as she possibly can. She’s just a bartender now attempting to live a “normal” life, away from the action and her past. But, can she stay away from the world of the X-Men for long? Exceptional X-Men #1 kicks off a new team with a unique voice as Marvel’s X-Men rises “From the Ashes.”
Written by Eve L. Ewing, Exceptional X-Men #1 is an interesting debut that fills a niche that the other X-comics haven’t explored yet. With a first issue mainly focused on Kitty Pryde (she’s back to Kitty), we see the fallout of the fall of Krakoa and the exhaustion in one member of the X-Men. Through Kitty, we get an interesting voice and perspective. She admits the more cringe aspects of Krakoa and has clear mixed feelings about her role in the X-Men over the years. She’s focused on starting her life over, a job, attempting to date, dealing with a roommate, and the PTSD of her experiences.
In Ewing’s Exceptional X-Men #1, we get admission that Krakoa wasn’t all it was cracked up to be and that the mutant nation had lost its way. Kitty, and the issue, brings up the statement that mutants were humans’ new “gods,” a statement declared early on in the Krakoan-age and one I winced at. It showed the X-Men were no longer about equality but supremacy. Through Kitty, we see a move to go back to a more classic take on the X-Men and what they’re fighting for, the ability for mutants and humans to live side by side, be neighbors, be friends, be equals. It’s an interesting discussion when folded into other X-titles where the longing for Krakoa is still there and outright movements for separation.
But, of course Kitty can’t stay out of the action as she comes along a young mutant being discriminated against and threatened, forcing her to leap into action to get the young mutant out of harms way. It’s the small spark of what we all know is coming, a team featuring not just Kitty by Emma Frost. All of it is teased and more in this debut issue.
The art by Carmen Carnero is solid. The comic focuses more on the mundane, a job, life in an apartment, waiting in line for a concert, but that makes the action all the more interesting. Visually, the comic does a solid job of ramping up the action, as can happen in real life where things go from 0 to 60 quickly and unexpectedly. Carnero is joined by Nolan Woodard on color and Joe Sabino on lettering and everything pops in a good way with a look that uses its youthful energy balanced with a world weary viewpoint as well. The team nails each moment and the flow of one scene into the next is solid creating a great visual pacing that builds on the rollercoaster of emotions that is Ewing’s script.
Exceptional X-Men #1 is an interesting voice in the X line of comics and it should be intriguing to see how it builds from this issue. It has a clear viewpoint of events from Kitty and also a sense of torn duty many individuals feel in their lives. Though it may be fantastical, it still is grounded in a way that makes it easy to connect to. Out of all of the “From the Ashes” launches so far, Exceptional X-Men #1 has the most potential to shine.
Story: Eve L. Ewing Art: Carmen Carnero
Color: Nolan Woodard Letterer: Joe Sabino
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy
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