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Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Mech Cadets #4

Wednesdays (and Tuesdays) are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this week.

Batman #139 (DC Comics) – We’ve been a bit iffy about the current run of Batman but hopefully a new arc with the Joker will make things a bit more interesting.

Birds of Prey #3 (DC Comics) – The series has been so much fun so far and we’re expecting more of the same.

Count Dante #5 (Scout Comics) – The series has been great so far with its mix of camp, hyperbole, and fantastic art. What’s fact? What’s fiction? Who knows, it’s all entertaining.

Dark Ride #9 (Skybound) – Who is Halloween, and what is the real story behind the Princess of Devil Land? When given the choice to claim her throne, can Sam trust his sister in his time of need?

Mech Cadets #4 (BOOM! Studios) – The series has a been a lot of fun with giant robots and aliens, all for readers of all ages.

Petrol Head #1 (Image Comics) – In a climate crisis-ravaged future metropolis, an old, grumpy, obsolete, smoke-belching, cigar-chomping, HOTROD-RACING ROBOT is one 12-year-old girl’s only hope. Together, can they outrace the chasing Robo-Cops with an invention that might just save humanity?

Punisher #1 (Marvel) – A new Punisher is dispensing justice… really, it’s a tale of revenge with solid action.

Superman ’78: The Metal Curtain #1 (DC Comics) – The Soviet Union looks to crush Superman’s image with a creation of their own built by their own might and forged by their own power!

Thanos #1 (Marvel) – The Mad Titan descends upon Earth to retrieve something he has lost. And the Illuminati must band together to stop him, because they’re the ones who hid it from him!

Transformers #2 (Skybound) – The integration of G.I. Joe begins here!

Zawa + the Belly of the Beast #1 (BOOM! Studios) – The art has sucked us in on this one. It looks so fantastic.

Break the Rules in Your First Look at Mech Cadets #4

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BOOM! Studios has revealed a first look at Mech Cadets #4, the next issue of a brand new chapter in the hit mecha series by co-creators Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa, with colors by Ian Herring, and letters by Simon Bowland. Available November 8, 2023.

While Olivia and Frank risk everything by breaking quarantine (and the rules), Maya and Stanford are in pursuit, with Stanford dumbfounded by Olivia’s perceived recklessness. But Olivia knows what she’s doing–more than ever before–and is after a bit of essential information that could mean success…and finding Franklin and General Park.

Mech Cadets #4 features a main cover by series artist Takeshi Miyazawa with Ian Herring,  variant cover by acclaimed artist Kei Zama with Josh Burcham, and connecting variant cover by Inhyuk Lee.

Mech Cadets #4

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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American Psycho #1

Wednesdays (and Tuesdays) are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this week.

A Haunted Girl #1 (Image Comics) – Cleo, an adopted 16-year-old Japanese-American whose depression drove her to near-suicide, is trying unsuccessfully to reintegrate back into her old life. But her struggles are just beginning as she encounters an increasingly terrifying succession of ghosts.

American Psycho #1 (Massive Publishing/Sumerian) – Witness the greatest hits of Patrick’s murderous rampage while exploring new revelations in the world of American Psycho. On that, we’re dubious, but it’s also the journey of an all-new psychopath as social media obsessed millennial. That, we’re more intrigued by.

Batman and Robin #2 (DC Comics) – The first issue did a great job of balancing superheroics and family drama and we’re expecting more!

Batman: City of Madness #1 (DC Comics) – Writer/artist Christian Ward takes on Batman, nuff said.

Capwolf and the Howling Commandos #1 (Marvel) – It’s such a silly concept but perfect for the season.

Destiny Gate #1 (Image Comics/Top Cow Production) – Life, for the most part, is the product of the decisions you make. For some, a “wrong” decision or two (or more) leads to a crossroads on the other side of the Destiny Gate.

Earthdivers #11 (IDW Publishing) – Mission isn’t accomplished so it’s on to 1776 and an attempt to cave out a better future in the Declaration of Independence.

Mech Cadets #3 (BOOM! Studios) – The series has been a fantastic reintroduction to the world that mixes up military/giant robot/alien genres with youthful energy.

Midlife Hero at Fifty #1 (Image Comics) – After 25 years in the LAFD, Ruben’s firmly in the middle of an unremarkable life…until his new wife gets pregnant and a random act of courage reveals that Ruben is FIREPROOF!

Nights #1 (Image Comics) – Supernatural creatures exist among the common folk, and America is comprised of just 31 states. Ok, that’s enough to get us to check this out.

Operation Sunshine #1 (Dark Horse) – A group of young, alienated vampires known as “bugs” plot to steal a magical object from ancient monstrous vampires to turn themselves back to human.

Scarlett Couture: The Munich File #3 (Titan Comics) – Sexy pop spy action!

Superior Spider-Man Returns #1 (Marvel) – We’re fans of the original run with the character and intrigued to see how this return happens.

Wesley Dodds: The Sandman #1 (DC Comics) – The classic Sandman is back and must get his journal with all of the other failed and more deadly gas formulas back.

Breach Protocol in Your First Look at Mech Cadets #3

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BOOM! Studios has revealed a first look at Mech Cadets #3, the next issue of a brand new chapter in the hit mecha series by co-creators Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa, with colors by Ian Herring, and letters by Simon Bowland. Available October 11, 2023.

The cadets and robos are stuck in quarantine–desperate to find any and all information about the alien threat–and eager to get back into the fight while economic tensions on Earth rise. Meanwhile, Frank urges Olivia to breach protocol and rescue his cousin Franklin; will she cave to the pressure of someone she has more in common with than expected, or stick to playing by the rules?

Mech Cadets #3 features a main cover by series artist Takeshi Miyazawa and Ian Herring, and variant covers by acclaimed artists Sonny Liew and Miguel Mercado.

Mech Cadets #3

Graphic Policy’s Top Comic Picks this Week!

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Kill More #1

Wednesdays (and Tuesdays) are new comic book day! Each week hundreds of comics are released, and that can be pretty daunting to go over and choose what to buy. That’s where we come in

Each week our contributors choose what they can’t wait to read this week or just sounds interesting. In other words, this is what we’re looking forward to and think you should be taking a look at!

Find out what folks think below, and what comics you should be looking out for this week.

Alligator Loki #1 (Marvel) – The hit character’s digital comic gets a print version.

Astrobots #5 (Massive Publishing) – The series wraps up and we want more as the final battle rages and the human colonists are caught in the middle. We’re excited to see how it ends and we already want more!

Avengers Inc. #1 (Marvel) – Janet Van Dyne leads a new team solving mysteries as they hunt a killer.

Batman and Robin #1 (DC Comics) – Damian and Batman are back together again facing a new villain that watches from the shadows.

Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham #1 (DC Comics) – Rafael Grampa’s twisted vision of both the Dark Knight and the city of Gotham. Nuff said.

Coda #1 (BOOM! Studios) – Coda is back as the return of magic is teased and prophecies of paradise abound. It’ll be interesting to see how well the series balances new and returning readers.

Daredevil #1 (Marvel) – It’s a new era for Daredevil with a new creative team.

Dark Ride #8 (Image Comics) – It’s the end of the latest arc and it’s the showdown between Halloween and Sam as the winner will control the future of the Dante family and Devil Land! We’re loving this horror series.

Incredible Hulk #4 (Marvel) – This new run has been fantastic taking the character deep in his horror roots.

Kill More #1 (IDW Publishing) – The first issue is a fun one about a run down city filled with killers and an overworked cop. Check out our review!

Mech Cadets #2 (BOOM! Studios) – We loved the first issue of the returning series which balanced fun and action and welcomed new readers.

Negaduck #1 (Dynamite) – We love Dynamite’s Darkwing Duck series so more set in that world is all right by us. Let’s get evil!

Waller vs. Wildstorm #3 (DC Comics/DC Black Label) – The series has been an interesting blending of traditional DC and Wildstorm for adults.

We Are Not Strangers (Abrams Comicarts) – Based on a true story about Jewish immigrants and their relationship with Japanese-Americans during World War II.

Werewolf By Night #1 (Marvel) – Jack Russell and Elsa Bloodstone need to team up to stop the sacrifice of a young girl by some monsters.

You’ve Been Cancelled #4 (Mad Cave Studios) – The series has been a fun mix of action, violence, and satire.

Around the Tubes

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Mech Cadets #1

It’s a new week! And we’re busy on our end bringing you the latest news. While you begin the week, here’s some comic news and reviews from around the web to kick it off.

The Beat – A Year of Free Comics: Read Chapter 1 of Fred Tornager’s GUNHILD – Free comics!

CBR – Federal Judge Confirms That AI Art Cannot Be Copyrighted – Good.

ICv2 – American Booksellers Association and Others Support Amazon Antitrust Actions – Hope so.

Reviews

CBR – Dark X-Men #1
The Beat – Lonesome Days, Savage Nights Vol. 2
CBR – Mech Cadets #1
CBR – Spider-Man Annual 2023
CBR – Superman 2023 Annual

Unexpected Allies and Ultimate Sacrifices in Your First Look at Mech Cadets #2

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BOOM! Studios has revealed a first look at Mech Cadets #2, the next issue of a brand new chapter in the hit mecha series by co-creators Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa, with colors by Ian Herring, and letters by Simon Bowland. Available September 13, 2023.

The cadets don’t know what’s in store for them when they discover a Sharg prison! But solemnity strikes as the battles rage and our heroes and even their Robos have tragedy in store. And as all feels hopeless, Hero Force Two comes under attack, and an unexpected ally will make the ultimate sacrifice for the greater good…

Mech Cadets #2 features a main cover by series artist Takeshi Miyazawa and Ian Herring, and variant covers by acclaimed artists InHyuk Lee and Qistina Khalidah.

Mech Cadets #2

Mech Cadets #1 sells out and gets a second printing

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BOOM! Studios has announced that Mech Cadets #1, the first issue of a brand new chapter in the hit mecha series by co-creators Greg Pak and Takeshi Miyazawa, colorist by Ian Herring, and letterer Simon Bowland, has sold out at the distributor level on the same day as its animated series debuted on Netflix worldwide! 

Stanford Yu, Olivia Park, Maya Sanchez, and Frank Olivetti are back in action a year after saving the world from the threat of a Sharg invasion. But how will the Sky Corps Central Command and the cadets themselves handle the fact that Mech Cadet Olivia Park, the teenaged pilot of the Supra-robo Hero Force 2, has become the most powerful person on the planet? Meanwhile, the threat of the Sharg takes on a whole new dimension with a shocking revelation that threatens everything our heroes know about their robos and themselves!

In response to the overwhelming support from retailers and fans, BOOM! has announced Mech Cadets #1 Second Printing, featuring cover art by series artist Takeshi Miyazawa with Ian Herring, available in stores September 6, 2023.

Mech Cadets #1 Second Printing

Dive into the world of Mech Cadets, the animated series launches today on Netflix

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Mech Cadets, an animated series based on the BOOM! Studios comic book series Mech Cadet Yu by writer Greg Pak and artist Takeshi Miyazawa, premieres on Netflix today! The comic series features colorist Triona Farrell, and letterer Simon Bowland.

Set fifty years in the future after a terrifying alien species attacked our planet, teenager Stanford Yu works as a janitor at the Sky Corps Military Academy. But he’s only dreamed of one thing his entire life — to pilot a Robo Mech, giant robots from outer-space who came to our aid. When he finally gets his shot, Stanford and his classmates must put aside all personal differences and work together as a team in order to defend humanity against a new invasion of aliens.

The series is executive produced by BOOM! Studios, Japanese studio Polygon Pictures Inc., and Aaron Lam who serves as the writer and an executive producer of the series.

Preview: Mech Cadets #1

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Mech Cadets #1

(W) Greg Pak (CA) Ian Herring (A/CA) Takeshi Miyazawa
In Shops: Aug 09, 2023
SRP: $4.99

Fans of the highly anticipated Netflix series won’t want to miss this perfect companion series by highly acclaimed writer Greg Pak (Star Wars: Darth Vader), superstar artist Takeshi Miyazawa (She-Hulk), and colorist Ian Herring (Spider-Man / Deadpool).

General Park-head of Sky Corps Academy-must assemble a team of heroes to protect humankind from alien invasions, and Stanford Yu, Maya Sanchez, Frank Olivetti, and Park’s own daughter Olivia may have been pulled into the role by fate… as they are Earth’s best hope.

But there is more to their relationships with the symbiotic, sentient giant Robos they pilot… and the alien threat of The Sharg is far more epic and widespread than any could imagine!

While Mech Cadets makes a fresh debut for new readers and viewers, long-time fans can delight in having more adventures after the long awaited collection of Mech Cadets Book One!

Mech Cadets #1
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