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Super Psychic Policeman Chojo, Vol. 1 has its moments but overall is cute but not engaging

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A psychic cop and his rookie partner tackle neighborhood crimes in their own wonky way!

Psychic investigators don’t normally use their powers to lie, cheat, and get ahead. But super psychic policeman Meguru Chojo does! Relegated to a run-down police station and hated by the entire neighborhood, Chojo gets into all sorts of shenanigans, goofs, and gaffes with his rookie partner, Nao Ippongi. Together, they turn the police force into a farce.

On her first day at the West Chinjuku Police Station, Ippongi realizes she got the short end of the stick: Her new partner, Chojo, uses his psychic powers to do everything except work. But after some yakuza threaten to take over Ippongi’s family’s dojo, Chojo begins to take his job more seriously, and the pair embark on a comedic whirlwind solving crimes, catching bad guys, and blundering their way through life as police officers.

Story: Shun Numa
Art: Shun Numa
Translation: Dan Luffey
Touch-up and Lettering: Phil Christie

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We kick off 2026 with a preview of what’s coming to GPTV plus the first Comic Shoot guest revealed!

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There are a lot of comics coming out every week to be covered. Check out some of what we’ll be reviewing and this is only some of what’s coming to GPTV this week!

Debuting this week is the first episode of Comic Shoot, our new podcast/videocast. Our first guest is Brian Hibbs, the founder and owner of Comix Experience.

This week’s reviews include:

  • Sidekicks: Thick As Thieves (Graphix)
  • Super Psychic Policeman Chojo, Vol. 1 (VIZ Media)

Graphix and VIZ Media provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

Maid to Skate is a fantastic manga with some amazing art and a fun concept

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From brewing a perfect cup of tea to nailing the sickest kickflips on their skateboards, these maids can do it all.

In this world, maids go about their everyday lives dressed in long black dresses, frilly aprons—and skate shoes?! Whether they’re running errands or hitting the half-pipe, these maids shred the town. Like witches have their brooms, these ladies have their boards. If one thing’s certain, these maids are totally Maid to Skate.

Story: Suzushiro
Art: Suzushiro
Translation: David Evelyn
Touch-up and Lettering: Madeleine Jose

Get your copy in comic shops! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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VIZ Media provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
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Spider-Man: Kizuna Vol. 2 is cute like the first volume but there’s better Spider-Man manga

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Yu is a young boy suddenly bestowed with the powers of the Amazing Spider-Man! Can he find his courage in time to save the day?

Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man spins a new web!

Welcome to Ohakama City, Japan. Yu, a timid boy who loves to draw manga, is attacked by a villain, only to be rescued by the super hero known as Spider-Man! Despite being defeated, the villain activates a device that merges Yu and Spider-Man together.

Yu is not the only one at Ohakama Elementary with a secret! Classmate and super genius Ginta Takoya is also a super fan of super villains! Yu and Spider-Man have their hands full this time—this villain’s got eight tentacles!

Story: Setta Kobayashi
Art: Hachi Mizuno
Translation: Abby Lehrke
Touch-up Art and Lettering: Richmond Torrefranca

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Kingdom Vol. 1 has an interesting story and ok art but overall doesn’t stand out

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The journey of young orphan Xin’s rise to glory as a great general in the Qin Kingdom’s quest to do what has never been done before—unify China.

Xin is a war orphan in a poor village in the kingdom of Qin. He has big dreams of becoming a great general, and when his best friend’s life is cut short by political machinations, Xin sets off to find a deposed ruler and help restore his place on the throne, while working his way up through the ranks of the Qin kingdom’s army to do what no one has ever done before—unify China.

Xin’s journey begins when his friend Piao, another war orphan who imparts to Xin the same dream of becoming the Greatest Generals Under the Heavens, is offered a position in court in the capital. He leaves Xin behind to train on his own, and to meet him there one day. One fateful night, Piao returns bloodied and on the brink of death, with his dying words being for Xin to go meet a boy who turns out to look exactly like Piao. But this is no ordinary boy—it’s the king of Qin, Ying Zheng! And assassins are hot on his tail!

Story: Yashuhisa Hara
Art: Yashuhisa Hara
Translation: Nathan A. Collins
Retouch and Lettering: Rina Mara
Design: Adam Grano
Editor: Rae First

Get your copy in comic shops! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Kaiju No. 8 Relax Vol. 1 has its moments but overall is for diehard fans

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Sometimes even the greatest kaiju-fighting heroes need a day off.

With the highest kaiju-emergence rates in the world, Japan is no stranger to attack by deadly monsters. But kaiju don’t attack every day! Sometimes, even the best and brightest kaiju-fighting heroes get a chance to relax.

Join the top troops of the Third Division of the Japan Defense Force, a military organization tasked with the neutralization of kaiju, on their days off! Kafka Hibino attempts to bare his soul in meditation, only to end up baring something else. Then, an off-duty Captain Mina Ashiro blows off steam at the arcade, Reno Ichikawa confronts his fear of ghosts, a curious cadet sets out to glimpse Vice-Captain Hoshina’s eyes and uncovers a sweet surprise, and Kikoru Shinomiya finally spends time with her friends.

Original Concept: Naoya Matsumoto
Story: Kizuku Watanabe
Art: Kizuku Watanabe
Translation: David Evelyn
Touch-up Art and Lettering: Kyla Aiko
Design: Jimmy Presler
Editor: Patrick Macias

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Assassin’s Creed: Forgotten Temple Vol. 1 is entertaining but more for fans of the franchise

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An all-new adventure featuring Edward Kenway, following the events of Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag!

It’s time for Edward Kenway to take on one last swashbuckling mission! Shifting alliances with new friends, deadly battles with the scheming Templars, and all-new enemies are going to put all of Kenway’s skills to the test!

Noa Kim is kidnapped by Abstergo in Macau and forced to explore the memories of one of his ancestors through their Animus program. That ancestor turns out to be Edward Kenway, the legendary pirate and Assassin! Held under Abstergo’s thumb, Kim finds himself thrust into an adventure that spans Southeast Asia as Kenway searches for vaults from the First Civilization.

Original Concept: Ubisoft
Story: ARC
Art: Tabii
Translation: Amy Cho
Retouch and Lettering: Brandon Bovia

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Star Wars: Path of the Lightsaber Vol. 1 is an awesome start with a solid story and great art

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Star Wars: The Path of the Lightsaber is an action-packed adventure that takes the reader along on the relatable journey to learn what it takes to actually be able to use lightsaber.

All Jedi Knights are bestowed an important item that only those in tune with the Force could wield—the lightsaber. These powerful objects disappeared with the Jedi when the Empire took over, but even if you find one, you may not be able to master it.

The First Order rules the galaxy, but some still remember the Jedi Knights who once bravely defended the Republic. Nioka, a resourceful young tinkerer, dreams of becoming a Jedi like the legendary Luke Skywalker. For now, though, she keeps a low profile aboard salvage ship the Random Luck with her crewmate Barun, an enthusiastic supporter of the Resistance.

During an expedition to a mysterious asteroid, Nioka stumbles upon an incredible find—a lightsaber, the weapon of the Jedi. As she tries to figure out how to use it, she realizes others are after the artifact as well, seeking to use it for sinister purposes. With danger closing in, Nioka must protect the lightsaber and herself while learning what it truly means to wield such power. But if she’s going to stand a chance, she’ll need someone to teach her the ways of the Jedi.

Story: Kenny Ruiz
Art: Kenny Ruiz
Toning: Ruben Candel

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Spider-Man: Octo-Girl Vol. 3 is a nice entry with some unexpected twists and turns

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Spider-Man rogue Doctor Octopus faces his biggest challenge yet—living life as a middle school girl in Japan!

Doctor Octopus finds out the body he’s inhabiting isn’t the only local girl with villainous mechanical enhancements, and now Otoha’s former bestie is on the warpath against a megacorporation! Can a mad scientist transformed into a schoolgirl help to mend this fractured friendship?

Story: Hideyuki Furuhashi
Art: Betten Court
Translation: Caleb Cook
English Adaptation: Molly Tanzer
Lettering: Effie Colton

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Phantom Busters Vol. 1 is a solid debut and those into Ghostbusters will want to check it out

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Straight A student Eugene Korekishi doesn’t believe in ghosts…but his classmate Mogari Shishikuno is an exorcist who swallows them whole! Mogari can’t see ghosts on his own, but once he and Eugene meet someone with the sight, there’s only one path left—form an exorcist club at school and embark on a high school life that’s anything but normal!

In search of a fourth member for the club, Mogari, Eugene, and new recruit Kaoru Kanzaki set their sights on Kotaro Tamon, a classmate who seems to be able to talk to ghosts. Unfortunately, Kotaro’s got some major problems communicating with living humans! Will Kotaro be able to overcome his anxiety and join the Phantom Busters?

Story: Neoshoco
Art: Neoshoco
Translation: minami
Touch-up Art and Lettering: Kyla Aiko

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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