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:
Snow Blind #1 ($3.99) – The simple concept of “what happens when you find out your family is in Witness Protection” is honestly enough to get me to check this book out. The creative team of Ollie Masters and Tyler Jenkins is only icing on the cake, making “Snow Blind” look to be a pretty promising comic.
Kingdom Bum #1 ($3.99) – I am an easy man to please and any comic that pitches itself as Game of Thrones with bands of hobos is enough to get my attention. I have no idea if it’ll actually be good, but I’m willing to check it out.
Birthright #12 ($2.99) – Constantly one of the better books on shelves each month, “Birthright” shows no signs of slowing down. Williamson and Bressan promise some big surprises in this issue and they’re sure to only make this story that much more interesting.
Total: $10.97
Matt Garcia’s Picks:
Alabaster Shadows ($12.99) – An all-ages OGN from Oni Press sounds like it’s ripe material for Laika Studios. Young kids. New town. Monster portals. The art from Rashad Doucet looks gorgeous, with a real animated feel to it. I hope the rest of the story is as charming and exciting.
No Mercy #5 ($3.99) – Alex de Campi and Carla Speed McNeil’s survival thriller finally returns. People, if you want some effective, intense, and nerve wracking storytelling, look no further.
Total: $16.98. Don’t forget the new “Head Lopper” comes out too.
Kevin’s Picks:
The Massive: Ninth Wave #1 ($3.99)– I loved “The Massive” and was incredibly sad when the series ended. Thankfully, Brian Wood heard my cries and decided to make another story. Or at least, that is the version of the story I want to believe. For new fans, this is essentially a prequel of sorts giving the origins of Ninth Wave. I highly recommend “The Massive” and other works from Brian Wood.
Batman #47 ($3.99)– This particular storyline for “Batman” has been polarizing to say the least. I am on the side of enjoying it, which it not true for everyone. Scott Snyder took a major risk with this story and I can appreciate that. But I am also a sucker for new villains, Mr. Bloom being a great one. That aside, this is the showdown months in the making. How will it all end, that I am looking forward to finding out.
Saints #3 ($2.99)– I had the great pleasure of reviewing issue #1, which was a great start to the story. I had some minor art quibbles that were corrected in issue #2, so #3 has the bar pretty high. In talking to Sean Lewis & Ben Mackey at NYCC, they were excited to tell this story. For me, I am a lapsed Catholic so it hits me on a few levels. Every character in the story is flawed, which is the opposite of what religion teaches us. It adds a human element to the odd world of a holy war. “Saints” is a fun book I think everyone should try, religious or not.
The Violent #1 ($2.99)– I have made my love from crime stories clear a few times here at Multiversity. Naturally, all I had to see was the cover of “The Violent” and I was hooked. This will be my first time reading Ed Brisson, but I am familiar with his work. All of the elements at play seem to suggest a potential blood-bath, but it could go in the opposite direction entirely. That is a plenty good hook for new readers.
Scarlet Witch #1 ($3.99)– Just from the talent involved, I was going to give this book a go. I know a little about Scarlet Witch, but interest in this is high. James Robinson impressed me with “Airboy” this year, so I am curious to see what he can do here. Vanessa Del Ray is one of the best artists, male or female, out there. It is great to see her land a huge profile gig like this one. Her style seems to fit very nicely into this book’s appeal. Given that Scarlet Witch is now featured in the Avengers movies, this was a perfect time to get things going.
Continued belowTotal: $17.95 – Still a ton of great content coming out in 2015.
Keith’s Picks:
The Massive: Ninth Wave #1 ($3.99) – Writer Brian Wood and artist Garry Brown return to the world of “The Massive” with this miniseries that serves as a prequel to that excellent series. Hopefully this isn’t the last we’ll see of these environmental crusaders.
Constantine: The Hellblazer #7 ($2.99) – Each new issue of this series has been one of my comic reading highlights of the month and December’s adventure shouldn’t fail to impress. Riley Rossmo drawing Swamp Thing is all I need to know in order to get excited about this issue. One of my favorite artists drawing one of my favorite characters will be a treat indeed.
Grayson #15 ($3.99), Detective Comics #47 ($3.99), and Gotham Academy #13 ($2.99) – The Robin War opened big and in an impressive fashion last week. The battles continue in these three excellent series, with a shakeup in every one of the Robins’ lives bound to occur by the end of the month.
Total: $17.95
