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!
Kevin’s Picks:
“Ms. Marvel” #38 ($3.99) – This is it, the end of the road for G. Willow Wilson on “Ms. Marvel.” What a wonderfully beautiful inspiring journey this has been. I bawled my way through last issue so I’m making sure I have the kleenexes close by as Wilson, Nico Leon, Ian Herring, and so many others drive this ship home.
“Wonder Twins” #1 ($3.99) – On a slightly reverential note, Mark Russell and Stephen Byrne are launching the third Wonder Comics title with “Wonder Twins.” If Russell’s interviews of him talking about writing the book he wished he’d had as a teen is any indication, this is gonna be a hit.
“Runaways” #18 ($3.99) – Actually more reverential stuff. This is the end of the third arc of the book, and also Kris Anka’s last on the title. Anka is god-tier at this point and this book is so gorgeous and wonderful and I know this issue is gonna be super sad but I neeeeeeeedddddd it.
“Ironheart” #3 ($3.99) – Eve Ewing and Luciano Vecchio have been putting out such a fun book with “Ironheart.” Ewing gets Riri and it’s been such a pleasure watching Riri and Ewing grow together through these last two issues. I love this book and I know each other will continue to be better than the last.
“Blackbird” #5 ($3.99) – This book is gorgeous. Jen Bartel, Paul Reinwand, and Tríona Farrell are a fantastic art team. This is one of the sexiest and sleekest books on the stands right now.
Total: $19.95
Vince’s Picks:
Wonder Twins #1 ($3.99) – Do you, like me, ever wish that DC Comics would do more off-beat, slice-of-life stories with their superhero characters? Well, Mark Russell and Stephen Byrne’s “Wonder Twins” is the book for you. Russell rides the line between the DCU in its current configuration and subtly, hilariously nodding back toward Zan and Jayna’s origins with the “Super-Friends.” Stephen Byrne’s art is expressive, playful, and perfectly calibrated for the type of book this is. Also, everyone in the book is hot.
Oh S#!t It’s Kim And Kim #5 ($3.99) – As you may know from following this column, I’m ride-or-die with Magdalene Visaggio. She’s a super talented writer and it all started, for me, with “Kim & Kim.” And if there’s any justice in the world, Eva Cabrera will be the next big artist to get recognized as a break out talent too.
Wonder Woman #64 ($3.99) – G. Willow Wilson’s “Wonder Woman” really snuck up on me. The first arc hit a lot of the subtle character beats correctly, but it didn’t blow me away until the arc finale. Then the next issue (the animal-centric #63) was one of the best issues of a DC Comic I’ve read in a year. I’m so pumped to see what comes next, because it’s rare for a big two book to truly surprise me like this.
Savage Sword of Conan #1 ($3.99) – A double-dose of Conan from Marvel? Feels like Crom finally answered my prayers
Total: $15.96
Matt Lune’s Picks:
Age of X-man Nextgen #1 ($3.99) – I’m all in for this new X-Men event, and that’s not something I thought I’d be saying. It’s not unfair to suggest that, at first blush, “Age of X-Man” looked like something we’d all seen before. But, much like 2015’s “Secret Wars,” this event plays on fan’s knowledge and experience of past events and, while not exactly subverting expectations, certainly adds plenty of its own unique parts to make the classic tropes it’s leaning on beyond compelling.
Continued belowAvengers No Road Home #1 ($4.99) – While I’m not a fan of raising the price on a weekly series (even if it is only for the first issue), I enjoyed last year’s “Avengers No Surrender,” so this spiritual sequel should be fun.
Wonder Twins #1 ($3.99) – I understand that the Wonder Twins have a bit more cultural significance than I’m aware of, but having only known them from obscure references in shows like Family Guy, this reboot is new territory for me. However, I’ll follow writer Mark Russell wherever he goes, so I’ll be checking this out.
Total: $12.97 – not the biggest of weeks, but my wallet is grateful.
Kate’s Picks:
Oh S#!t It’s Kim & Kim #5 ($3.99) – It’s been too long for this series to return. I’m glad it’s back, especially since the first arc of this series concludes with this issue. You can never have enough Kims and Magdalene Visaggio in your life.
Hey Kids Comics TP ($16.99) – I read the first issue of this series and wasn’t all that impressed, but one of our reviews of the series convinced me that for all its warts in how it covered the craft, it would be worth reading, for it is important to know one’s history or you’re doomed to repeat it.
Total: $20.98
Nick’s Pick:
Bloom GN ($17.99) – A graphic novel, one of my favorite things, which combines three of my other favorite things: coming-of-age stories, gay romance, and food. Sold.
Total: $17.99.
Mark’s Pick:
“Bloom” (TPB, $17.99)— I have a weakness for cooking stories, and given the consistent high quality of First Second’s books, “Bloom” is definitely something I’ve got to check out. I’m not familiar with Kevin Panetta or Savanna Ganucheau’s work, but the early preview for this book certainly piqued my interest.
Total: $17.99.
