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!
Vince’s Picks:
Morning in America #1 ($3.99) – Multiversity’s number one Magdalene Visaggio stan here to hock another one of her comics. She’s simply one of the top 10 talents in comics and her work is super diverse, so I feel like there’s something for everyone. I’m keeping myself purposefully in the dark, so I don’t know a thing about this one going in, but look at that dang Claudia Aguirre cover!
Tank Girl: Action Alley #3 ($3.99) – My monthly dose of Brett Parson.
Ronin Island ($3.99) – I’m reading “Lone Wolf and Cub” right now, so maybe I’m in the mood for ronin comics. Maybe it’s also the fact that any comic by Greg Pak is worth checking out. I can’t remember the last time I saw art from Giannis Milonogiannis, but I’m a fan of his too.
Female Furies #2 ($3.99) – The first issue was a surprisingly overt dissertation on sexism in the workplace. That workplace, in this case, being freakin’ Apokolips. The issue was layered, sad, funny, and had such a great ending that I can’t wait to see where this issue begins. Adriana Melo does career work with the best version yet of her own style, and a subtle melding of that with Jack Kirby’s design and penchant for bounding action.
Total: $15.96
Matt Lune’s Picks:
Morning in America #1 ($3.99) – I’ll follow Mags Visaggio wherever she leads me, and this time it’s to Oni Press and an ‘80s teen-filled adventure against “strange monsters” and mysterious disappearances. Claudia Aguirre on art.
Meet the Skrulls #1 ($3.99) – Niko Henrichon’s art should be enough to get you to pick this up, but if this is played right, it could be this year’s “Vision.” All about a Skrull sleeper cell pretending to be a normal family, the premise evokes serious The Americans vibes, and if it plays its cards right it could be something truly special.
Ronin Island #1 ($3.99) – The solicit for this takes a wild turn in the final sentence. What starts off as a thrillling fantasy set in Feudal era Japan quickly turns into a desperate fight against “a mutated horde.” Greg Pak and Giannis Milonogiannis.
Astro Hustle #1 ($3.99) – “Astro Hustle is a slick and sexy romp through the stars evoking the sci-fi disco era of the late 70s.” Sold.
Walk Through Hell #8 ($3.99) – One of the most visceral, unpredictable horror comics I’ve ever read, and while it’s grosser than I usually like, the mystery behind the events is captivating.
Total: $19.95
Kate’s Picks:
Doctor Who: The Thirteenth Doctor #5 ($3.99)- As a longtime Doctor Who fan, I have always had a hard time getting into the comics, because they didn’t always parallel the TV series. With Jodie Whittaker coming on board as the new Doctor, Titan wisely ended all their existing series and just launched one based on Thirteen, with the same companions as in the TV series. The stories are self-contained enough that you don’t need to watch the show to understand (itself a hallmark of Whittaker’s tenure), but they still remain canon to the series – – so I will not be surprised to see references to the TV show in future editions of the comic, and vice versa. This issue starts the second arc of the series.
Blossoms 666 #2 ($3.99) – If you love the camp of Riverdale, you’ll love the camp of this series. This may be the the one series in the Archie horror line that best embodies the off-the-wall spirit of the TV show.
Giant Days #48 ($3.99) – It’s time to meet McGraw’s family, in one of the most awkward ways possible: at a family wedding. Will Susan survive?
Continued belowBlack Hammer 45 #1 ($3.99) – Jeff Lemire sets his Golden Age inspired series in the actual Golden Age of comics, much like the recently concluded “Archie 1941.” Throw in a little bit of the occult and this isn’t going to be your standard World War II story.
Total: $15.96
Kevin’s Picks:
“Justice League” #19 ($3.99) – Hot damn Jorge Jimenez and Alejandro Sanchez are back for a brand new arc that is somehow going to be bigger than everything that came before (somehow). This book has head a plethora of great art, but Jimenez might be my favorite, and maybe my favorite at DC right now. He’s just so good and I’m so ready for this.
‘Young Justice” #3 ($3.99) – Speaking of DC team books and returns, Conner Kent is back and we’re bout to find out why!!!
“Black Hammer ’45” ($3.99) – The Black Hammer universe from Jeff Lemire has been a fun and exciting adventure. The various spinoff miniseries have been mixed, but all have showcased beautiful art and Lemire and co playing with superhero continuity and stereotypes. “Black Hammer ’45” is the first ongoing book outside of the main title, and the first for Lemire not to tackle sole writing duties, bringing along Ray Fawkes for the ride. With the Kindt’s on art duty for this Blackhawks spoof, color me intrigued.
“Morning in America” #1 ($3.99) – I’ll buy any new #1 with Mags Visaggio’s name on it at this one, and with frequent collaborator Claudia Aguirre on board for art duties I’m all in.
“Meet the Skrulls” #1 ($3.99) – If this is the spiritual successor to “The Vision” that I’m hoping for count me in.
Total: $19.95
