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Preview: Punisher Showdowns: Black Widow #1

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Punisher Showdowns: Black Widow #1

(W) Tom Waltz (A) Greg Land

FRANK CASTLE CROSSES PATHS WITH HEROES OF THE MARVEL U!

In the first of an all-new series, a threat from a terrorist cell puts FRANK CASTLE on a mission to LAS VEGAS, where the BLACK WIDOW’s intel on a WOLF SPIDER operative will set them all on a bullet-riddled collision course! But will PUNISHER and BLACK WIDOW see eye to eye, or is this eye-for-an-eye going to leave bodies in their wake?! The Punisher’s one-man war on the guilty crosses paths with other denizens of the Marvel Universe with explosive and unexpected results in THE PUNISHER SHOWDOWNS!

Comic cover featuring The Punisher and Black Widow in an action pose, with The Punisher aiming a weapon and Black Widow positioned dynamically in a black suit. Background includes casino elements like playing cards and dice.
Comic book cover for 'The Punisher Showdowns: Black Widow' featuring Natasha Romanoff, with details about the story and creators listed.
Comic book scene depicting a tense standoff with two characters engaging in a shootout, one aiming a sniper rifle while the other holds a handgun. Action sound effects are illustrated prominently, emphasizing the violence.
A dynamic comic book panel depicting a fight scene between two characters, one delivering a kick while the other is armed with a gun. Dialogue balloons convey tension and action, featuring phrases like 'Stupid American!' and 'You die now.' The final panel hints at a surprise twist with a character saying 'Hello, Frank...' as another character lies incapacitated.
A comic book illustration of Black Widow (Natasha Romanoff), wearing a black bodysuit with a signature belt, standing in a dynamic pose with a determined expression, set against a nighttime backdrop with tropical plants and water.

Preview: Marvel Zombies: War Zone #2

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Marvel Zombies: War Zone #2

(W) Tom Waltz (A) Jaime Infante

ENTER THE DRAGON AND DESCEND INTO HELL AS THE HUNGER TAKES HARLEM! As a bruised and beaten PUNISHER makes his way down Manhattan towards the source of the Zombie outbreak, his journey puts him on a collision course with none other than LUKE CAGE and IRON FIST! But when the DAUGHTERS OF THE DRAGON join the fray, Frank Castle discovers that he might have bitten off more than he can chew. As the city continues to descend into chaos and warfare, Frank will have to prove just why his bite is worse than his bark if he’s got any hope of surviving THE HUNGER!

Cover of Marvel Zombies: War Zone #2 featuring The Punisher fighting off zombies in a dark alley.
Cover page of Marvel Zombies: War Zone comic, featuring a dark, gritty design with red and black colors, showcasing the title and information about the creative team including writers, artists, and editorial staff.
Comic panel depicting a dynamic action scene in Harlem, New York City, featuring characters engaged in combat with explosions and weaponry.
A comic book page featuring two characters exchanging dialogue amidst a chaotic scene. One character is armed and appears to be in a tense situation with explosions and gunfire in the background, while the other character reacts with disdain. The artwork is colorful and dynamic, showcasing action and emotion through illustrated panels.
A comic book page featuring a dialogue between characters discussing a violent encounter, with one character showing signs of injury and another preparing to intervene. The scene is tense and action-oriented, highlighting themes of morality and justice.
A comic book scene set in Fisk Tower, Midtown, Manhattan, depicting a well-dressed man with a bald head sitting at a table with a glass of wine and a plate of food, showing tense interactions with another character off-screen.

Preview: Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #3

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Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #3

(W) Al Ewing, Tom Waltz (A) Zé Carlos

CATACLYSMIC CONTINGENCY! The Defenders have taken a beating on two fronts, emboldening Knull and Hela to personally finish off both strike teams once and for all. The time has come for Plan B — but will this desperate contingency be enough for Team Light and Team Dark to stop the dual horrors of the Queen in Black and the God of Light from turning Planet Earth into yet another battlefield in their cosmic conflict? Light and Dark forces collide (and unite!) in this bombastic grand finale!

Comic book cover featuring two characters in a dynamic battle pose, one with flowing white hair in a futuristic outfit and the other with dark attire and red accents, surrounded by colorful energy effects. Title reads 'Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark'.
Comic book cover featuring the title 'Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark' with a storyline involving characters like Iron Man, Cable, Hela, and Knull. The design includes credits for writers, artists, and editors in a bold, stylized font.
A colorful comic book page depicting a battle scene in low Earth orbit, featuring characters in armor and mythical attire. A central figure, Queen Hela, stands confidently as warriors prepare for combat, with speech bubbles indicating dialogue among the characters.
A dynamic comic book scene featuring a battle between colorful characters with supernatural powers, dramatic expressions, and explosive effects, highlighting dialogue boxes that enhance the narrative.
A vibrant comic panel showing a dramatic confrontation scene with two characters battling using energy blasts. One character, dressed in black, appears to be in distress or anguish, while the other is surrounded by swirling light, asserting their power. The background features dynamic colors and effects emphasizing the intensity of the battle.

The Punisher Collides with Mavel’s Most Dangerous Heroes

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The streets of the Marvel Universe explode this October as the Punisher comes face-to-face with some of Marvel’s most dangerous heroes! Beginning with Punisher Showdowns: Black Widow #1, writer Tom Waltz and artist Greg Land are showcasing previously untold conflicts between Frank Castle and other members of the Marvel Universe in a series of oversized one-shots. It all begins as Punisher and Natasha Romanoff, aka the Black Widow, collide during a mission to stop a terrorist attack in Las Vegas. If Frank can make it through that encounter in one piece (that’s no guarantee!), he’ll have to contend with both Wolverine and the Winter Soldier in the follow-up one-shots releasing in November and December.

FRANK CASTLE CROSSES PATHS WITH HEROES OF THE MARVEL U!

In Punisher Showdowns: Black Widow #1, A threat from a terrorist cell puts Frank Castle on a mission to Las Vegas, where the Black Widow’s intel on a Wolf Spider operative will set them all on a bullet-riddled collision course! But will Punisher and Black Widow see eye to eye or is this eye-for-an-eye going to leave bodies in their wake?! The Punisher’s one-man war on the guilty crosses paths with other denizens of the Marvel Universe with explosive and unexpected results! It comes to shops October 21.

In Punisher Showdowns: Wolverine #1, Wolverine digs into the criminal underground of New York City as the Yakuza unleash a deadly and violence-inducing drug on the streets! The Punisher already has his sights set on these death-peddling scum, so what happens when Logan crosses paths and claws with Frank Castle? What follows, you’ll have to read to believe! With art by Bruno Büll, a main cover by Whilce Portacio and variant cover by Joe Jusko, it’s out November 4.

In Punisher Showdowns: Winter Soldier #1, when Punisher targets a death-dealing criminal with political ties, Soviet Russia activates its deadliest asset—the Winter Soldier—to intercept. But will the Punisher get his man, or will the Winter Soldier complete his mind-controlled mission? Featuring art by Edgar Salazar, it has a main cover by Ian Churchill, variant by Jusko. The issue is out December 2.

Check out Greg Land’s Punisher Showdowns: Black Widow #1 cover below, which also boasts variants by Mark Bagley and Joe Jusko.

A comic cover featuring The Punisher and Black Widow, with The Punisher holding a gun and Black Widow in a dynamic pose. The background includes casino elements like playing cards and a slot machine.
The Punisher and Black Widow stand back-to-back in a dynamic comic book cover illustration, both holding firearms. The Punisher is wearing his signature skull logo t-shirt, while Black Widow is dressed in a sleek black suit, holding a gun in one hand and a dagger in the other. The background features an orange smoky effect, enhancing the dramatic atmosphere of the scene.
Comic book cover featuring The Punisher and Wolverine ready for battle, surrounded by a chaotic background with splashes of red and shadowy figures.
Comic cover featuring The Punisher and Winter Soldier in a snowy landscape, showcasing an intense confrontation.

Preview: Marvel Zombies: War Zone #1

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Marvel Zombies: War Zone #1

(W) Tom Waltz (A) Jaime Infante

ESCAPE THE HUNGER! A ZOMBIE outbreak has hit Manhattan and the whole city is rapidly overrun! As EARTH’S MIGHTIEST HEROES succumb to the virus, a barrier is hastily erected to protect the world — but inside the barrier, a war zone has broken out as survivors fight for their lives against the ever-growing horde. However, one man isn’t looking for survival — he’s after answers as he carves a bloody swathe of his own through the ravaged city. And if any zombies get in his way? Well, the PUNISHER has plenty of lead that they can eat!

Marvel Zombies: War Zone #1

Preview: Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #2

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Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #2

(W) Tom Waltz (A) Zé Carlos

LIGHT AND DARK COLLIDE! The Defenders have taken the fight to the dual threat of Hela and Knull, choosing offense over defense to save the Earth. But will in-fighting and tragedy combine to seal the fates of Team Dark and Team Light before they can complete their desperate mission? Or will the mysterious and dangerous “Plan B” turn the tide in this seemingly unwinnable battle? The fate of the world hangs in the balance between the forces of light and dark!

Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #2

Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Battle Nexus

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Battle Nexus

Tom Waltz, Esau & Isaac Escorza, Paul Allor, Ben Bishop, Sophie Campbell, Vitor Cafaggi, Caleb Goellner, Omar Francia, Erik Burnham, and Hendry Prasetya

An epic showdown brings TMNT heroes and villains from across the multiverse together for the very first time in this comic series by five incredible creative teams!

The raddest TMNT event of the decade kicks off here! When one of the Turtles’ closest allies is taken hostage by a mysterious adversary, the brothers are drawn into a new dimension of adventure in Battle Nexus. This blistering five-part series finds the Ninja Turtles fighting for their lives in a martial arts challenge unlike anything they’ve faced, with four deadly champions selected from across 40 years of TMNT media to destroy the Ninja Turtles—every Ninja Turtle!

This collection features a wide variety of talent including Tom Waltz, Esau & Isaac Escorza, Paul Allor, Ben Bishop, Sophie Campbell, Vitor Cafaggi, Caleb Goellner, Omar Francia, Erik Burnham, and Hendry Prasetya!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Battle Nexus

SDCC 2026: IDW Unveils 2027 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Plans with Matthew Rosenberg and Juann Cabal Taking Over plus The Last Ronin’s Finale

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A new wave of Turtle fandom is coming to comic shops in 2027. When the best-selling Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) flagship series reaches issue #25 in 2027, current writer Gene Luen Yang will pass the bo staff to award-winning writer Matthew Rosenberg and amazing artist Juann Cabal. While the acclaimed writer is no stranger to playing in Marvel and DC’s sandbox, it’s the indie space where he has truly thrived and made an unforgettable impact on the comic industry. Rosenberg, a lifelong resident of the Turtles’ very own New York City, is bringing this same energy to the Heroes in a Half-Shell. Prepare for a thrilling story as the greatest roster of villains, both new and old, have assembled to hunt down the Turtles over the course of a single night.

The best-selling saga The Last Ronin returns to comic shops next summer for its epic finale and will leave fans feeling shellshocked. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin III – Return for New York reunites the legendary original creative team – Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz, Isaac & Esau Escorza, Ben Bishop, Luis Antonio Delgado, and Shawn Lee – for the can’t-miss conclusion of their grand plans for the Roninverse and its new heroes Casey Marie Jones, Odyn, Moja, Uno, and Yi.

More big reveals will leap out of the shadows later this year about IDW’s exciting plans for Turtles comics in 2027. In the meantime, the massive milestone issue Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #300 – which kicks off the first part of the blockbuster story ‘The City That Never Dies’ – and the action-packed oversized one-shot TMNT: The Last Ronin – Training Day are available now at comic shops.

Preview: Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #1

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Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #1

(W) Al Ewing, Tom Waltz (A) Zé Carlos

UNLEASH THE HEROES!

Beta Ray Bill is the only hero in Midgard who remembers Hela, the Goddess of Death… but does that mean he and his team can counter a Queen In Black? Meanwhile, Tony Stark’s all-new Black Metal Armor is the ultimate weapon against Knull, God of the Void… but does he have command of his own defense squad? This all leads to the mission that’ll decide the outcome of the Queen In Black saga!

Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark #1

Preview: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #20

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #20

(W) Gene Luen Yang, Tom Waltz, Kevin Eastman (A) Freddie E. Williams II, Chris Allan, Eric Talbot, Frank Fosco, Ben Bates, Jim Lawson, Dan Duncan, Sophie Campbell

Mutating the comics industry since their first issue debut in 1984, we are proud to shellebrate 300 issues of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles mainline series.

It all began with four brothers and their master, alone against the world. A lot has changed, but the bond of Clan Hamato is, if anything, stronger than ever. They will need that strength to fight what is coming. A threat unlike anything they have ever faced before threatens to destroy the worlds of the living and the dead alike.

Forty-one years and 300 issues have led to this, one of the biggest Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles stories yet. The City That Never Dies begins here.

Also in this issue: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles creator Kevin Eastman and superstar scribe Tom Waltz take timestress Renet through a tour of TMNT past with classic Turtles artists Ben Bates, Eric Talbot, Chris Allan, Frank Fosco, Jim Lawon, and Dan Duncan! Plus, stunning pinups from IDW Turtles icon Sophie Campbell!

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #20
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