Buying comics can be an expensive hobby. A lot of fans simply can’t afford everything they’re interested in, due to rising prices and the over-saturation of the market with superhero titles.
That’s why we’re here. Every week, the Multiversity staff is asked “What would you buy this week if you couldn’t go over $20?” and shares their reasons why, in order to help others who might have similar tastes make their own decisions in buying comics on a budget. Be sure to leave your own picks in the comments!
Leo’s Picks:
Romulus #1 ($3.99) – The general plot to “Romulus”, one that involves a secret society that secretly controls the world and a former member who’s seeking to destroy them, is something we’ve seen the likes of before. What really interests me is that Bryan Edward Hill, who writes “Postal”, is also writing this book and that can mean some very good things. The art from Nelson Blake also looks great, so “Romulus” has tons of potential.
Black #1 ($3.99) – The Kickstarter for this book had all kinds of success and now it’s coming to the larger market. Given real events that inspire this book, this could be a book with a really powerful message. Here’s hoping it handles it well.
Flintstones #4 ($3.99) – Who would’ve thought that the best DC Hanna-Barbera book would be about The Flintstones? This book never ceases to surprise, as the first three issues have touched on PTSD, vapid consumerism, religion, aliens, and a ton more. It really should be getting more attention.
Total: $11.97
Mark’s Picks:
Giant Days #19 ($3.99) — This will never not be on my list.
Rise of the Black Flame ($3.99) — I’m a big fan of “The Adventures of Tintin” and this issue brought back memories of reading “Prisoners of the Sun,” one of my favorite albums. This was pure fun for me. Oh, and Dave Stewart’s colors in this issue are stunning.
Paper Girls #10 ($2.99) — Like most titles I read, I’m reading this in the trade paperback, so this is here based on the strength of the first arc. I’m looking forward to catching up—I love time travel stories when they’re done right. But, let’s be honest, the attitude in Cliff Chang’s art is the real draw for me. He brings the characters to such vivid life. I mean look at this stuff. It’s awesome.
Goldie Vance – Volume 1 ($9.99) — I could have easily filled up this list with familiar favorites, but this title caught my attention and I’m curious. Plus, maybe it’ll sate my cravings for more Veronica Mars. This is the sort of thing I could fall in love with very easily.
Total: $20.96. ‘Tis a good week, bigger than $20 dollars can comfortably stretch to.
Matt’s Picks:
Shade the Changing Girl ($3.99) – Cecil Catellucci and Marley Zarcone add to the DC’s Young Animal imprint. Hopefully their book will have more story to it than the “Doom Patrol” opener, with just as much cool.
Cage #1($3.99) – Genndy Tartakovsky. Luke Cage. At the very least, it’ll have a nice animated look to it.
Paper Girls #10 ($2.99) – BKV and Cliff Chiang have done a great job at upsetting expectations. They end the arc here, so expect some twists, some revelations, and plenty of high class storytelling.
Total: $10.97. Also, maybe check out the first volume of “Oh Joy Sex Toy,” or the complete collected edition of the P. Craig Russell spearheaded “Graveyard Book.”
