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!
Mark’s Picks:
Norse Mythology #6 ($3.99) – I’m just really looking forward to seeing Jill Thompson’s art on this story.
Proctor Valley Road #1 ($3.99) – After “Misfit City” and “Tales from Harrow County,” Naomi Franquiz’s involvement is all I need to know to check this one out. I’ve deliberately avoided finding out more just so I have the joy of discovering the story as I read it.
Black Hammer: Visions: #2 ($3.99) – It’s been a while since we’ve seen much of Madame Dragonfly, so it’ll be good to see her again for this one-shot. Geoff Johns and Scott Kolins are behind this one, which I was initially hesitant about because I don’t really associate either of them with spooky comics, until I remembered they did “B.P.R.D.: Night Train” back in 2003.
Total: $11.97
Christopher’s Picks:
“God of War: Fallen God” #1 ($3.99) – Boy, am I interested to find out what Kratos got up to between trilogies. It seems like he headed to Egypt, which sounds sweet, considering their ancient religion always seems to get shortchanged in pop culture. (How has no one made a Mummy movie about Osiris?) Roberson et al.’s last GOW comic was pretty well received, and it’s great they’re getting to explore more of this mythological crossover world.
“Daredevil” #28 ($3.99) – I’m all caught up with Zdarsky and co.’s run ahead of ‘King in Black,’ and we should all be excited for the beginning of Elektra’s turn as the Guardian of Hell’s Kitchen proper – plus I’m always up for more nailbiting ‘Devil in Cell Block D’ drama.
“Spector Inspectors” #2 ($4.99) – The first issue was really good, with an unexpectedly intriguing possession twist thrown into its Scooby-Doo-style escapade; Bowen McCurdy and Kaitlyn Musto are definitely ones to watch.
“Blade Runner: Origins” #1 ($3.99) – Blade Runner begins… Titan’s run has been excellent, and it’s great it’s beginning to branch out across the timeline with more creators.
Total: $16.96
Johnny’s Picks:
Children of the Atom #1 ($4.99) – Vita Ayala’s presence in the X-books of the Hickman Era has been nothing but impressive. “New Mutants” went from being middle-of-the-road to must read under their stewardship, and in just a few short issues, thanks to pitch-perfect characterizations and bold, intricate plots. “Children of the Atom” has had very little in the way of spoilers dropped about either plot or characters – other than it being about young mutants who take more than just subtle inspiration from the X-Men – but with Ayala and artist Bernard Chang at the helm, this is a must buy for this X-nerd.
Antifa Supersoldier Cookbook One Shot ($14.99) – I’m a big fan of publisher Silver Sprocket in general, and cartoonist Matt Lubchasnky in particular. A hilarious satire of what seems to be a fairly mainstream perspective on Antifa, replete with cyborg supersoldiers and secret headquarters, Lubchansky takes the weird conspiracy theories and nutty right-wing propaganda about an anti-fascist movement to it’s logical conclusion: that yes, they were right all along, and Antifa is out to get YOU. I’m here for it.
b>Total: $20.98
Vince’s Picks:
Home Sick Pilots #4 ($3.99) – “Home Sick Pilots” keeps on rocking my world. The first new Image Comics book that I’m truly looking forward to every month since “East of West.” Dan Watters and Caspar Wijngaard are killing it.
Children of the Atom #1 ($4.99) – Vita Ayala and Bernard Chang sound like a heck of a team for bringing a young generation of mutants into the fold. Chang did superlative work recently with DC’s young “Teen Titans” and Ayala has been on the come up for a while now. Looking forward to a bit of an energy injection into the Krakoan era of “X-Men”
Continued belowWonder Woman #770 ($4.99) – Wonder Woman immortally fighting in brutal viking wars with a sexy warrior dude wasn’t where I thought this book was going after “Death Metal.” Well, not exactly anyway. But I was surprised at how much a dug something that kind of felt like it was trying to get away from being tied so overtly tightly to the current DC Comics status quo and just have some fun for a bit. It’s a good look for Diana and a good start for the new creative team.
Total: $13.97
Kate’s Picks:
Deadpool Nerdy 30 One-Shot ($5.99): Happy Birthday Wade! And because one birthday isn’t enough, we get to see several birthdays of Deadpool, past, present, and future. There’s no other way to celebrate. Go big or go home.
Minions! Sports #1 ($3.99): I have never seen a single Minions film in my entire life, but I do love their adorable little adventures in comics.
Total: $9.98
