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:
Postal #9 ($3.99) – Hill and Goodhart continue to create one of the more original books on stands each and every month. With a simple, but brilliant concept, “Postal” has told a very interesting story so far and this issue is sure to shake things up as a new resident comes to the town of Eden.
Legacy of Luther Strode #4 ($3.50) – This book is one of the few instances where I haven’t been annoyed by delays, as Tradd Moore has transcended the confines of this mortal plane and become an absolute Art God on this final Luther Strode story. Each and every issue is better looking than the last, with Tradd showing that he might just be one of the best artists working right now. The wait has been well worth it so far.
Total: $7.49. A small week for me, but those Tradd Moore panels and “Postal” more than make up for it.
Ken’s Picks:
Tokyo Ghoul vol. 5 ($8.99): Volume 4 of this horror/action manga left the series on such a creepy cliffhanger that I am so grateful to have finished it just a week before the next one is out. The tale of Ken Kaneki in this fascinating world of the ghouls has pulled me in hook, line and sinker. Just hoping this one continues to cement the fact that Kaneki is Bisexual (no one will convince me otherwise). And if you’re part of the (admittedly large) group that hasn’t read this, then go pick up Volume 1 on Comixology for same price.
Imperium #12 ($3.99): I’ve actually read this one already but the conclusion to “The Vine Imperative” is something I don’t think a lot of people expect. Dysart continues to be a master of putting character work above moving plot and in such a way that excites, fascinates and terrifies. I actually feel some sympathy for Lord Vine.
Uncanny Inhumans #4 ($3.99): The conclusion to arc one. As always, I’m drawing a circle of protection around the child of superheroes because, God-forbid, we actually explore a long-term family dynamic. Basically: Don’t kill Ahura. Have him be a character that develops and whatnot.
Total: $16.97
Keith’s Picks:
American Monster #1 ($3.99) – This new series by writer Brian Azzarello and artist Juan Doe has a very mysterious and intriguing premise. A man with no face “whose intentions remain unknown” who arrives at a small town in the Midwest sounds extremely vague. Azzarello is a name to be trusted, yet I also look forward to discovering an artist who is unknown to me.
Batman #38 ($3.99) – As we get closer to Greg Capullo’s break from “Batman”, let us savor his genius.
Batgirl #47 ($2.99) – This is a perennial favorite and is deserving of purchase every month.
Poison Ivy: Cycle of Life and Death #1 ($2.99) – Writer Amy Chu and artist Clay Mann are people whose work I also have not had the pleasure of experiencing on the comic page. I’m looking forward to that and also seeing one of Batman’s best villains take the spotlight.
Martian Manhunter #8 ($2.99) – Like “Constantine: The Hellblazer” and “Omega Men”, this is another title that is deserving of more readers.
Total: $16.95
Matt Garcia’s Picks:
Adventure Time: Ice King ($3.99) – Ice King went from being one of the biggest jerks in all of Ooo to one of the saddest cartoon creations this side of Charles Schulz. Now Emily Partridge (who has done some math “Adventure Time” stuff already) and Natalie Andrewson (also algebraic) team up for a story about a guy who’s just looking for someone to love. Or his sanity. Either way.
Continued belowNowhere Men #7 ($2.99) – Holy shit, it’s back. Mad donked up though that Nate Bellegarde isn’t back with it, even though Emi Lenox is totally spice.
Star Wars #15 ($3.99) – Hey another Obi-Wan focused! Mike Mayhew joins Jason Aaron, to help us come back from ‘Vader Down’and because Obi-Wan is awesome. (Just don’t read that Charles Soule series.)
The Fairy Tales of Oscar Wilde: The Happy Prince ($8.99) – I don’t know, this might be the most depressing fairy tale I’ve yet encountered, but it’s nonetheless gorgeously delivered by the great P. Craig Russell. NBM put this out in softcover in an oversized format, and it’s a total aesthetic feast. I’m just hoping they put all the Fairy Tales in one collection sometime soon.
Total: $19.96.
