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:
Eltingville Club #1 ($3.99) – I’m a huge fan of Evan Dorkin. His personality seems to fit with my self-deprecating tendencies. Plus, he’s truly a creator who does his own thing, popularity or “rules” be damned. Needless to say, I support anything with his hand in it.
Conan the Avenger #1 ($3.50) – In case you don’t read my monthly Dark Horse Solicitations column, let me try this joke out again: *clears throat* They ran out of Marvel characters to put on The Avengers, they’re starting to put characters they don’t even own on the team. Thank you very much.
Zero #7 ($2.99) – Monthly appointment comic book reading.
Sovereign #2 ($2.99) – This book seemed to arrive with a lukewarm reception, but I really liked it. I’m ready for some slow-building, deliberate sword and sorcery world-building.
Manhattan Projects #20 ($3.50) – It’s another delightfully mad issue of one of the very best books on the stands.
Five Ghosts #11 ($2.99) – The ‘Lost Coastlines’ continues the swash-buckling, full speed ahead visual storytelling of Barbiere and Mooneyham. Right alongside “Zero” and “Manhattan Projects” as a book not to be missed, but for an absolutely different set of reasons.
Total: $19.96
David Harper’s Picks:
The Walking Dead #126 ($2.99) – I know, I know. I intentionally put The Walking Dead as my pick of the week. So weird. But I’ve enjoyed All Out War, and I’m looking forward to seeing what happens here in the conclusion. After recent Kirkman events, I feel I can safely say anything is on the table so…you know…that’s a thing. But $2.99! That is increasingly rare!
Elektra #1 ($3.99) – Mike Del Mundo will win Multiversity’s Best Artist of 2014 award. That’s my prediction about this issue and series. That guy is a god damn beast.
Zero #7 ($2.99) – I really don’t know who artist Matt Taylor is, but I know this book rules and that they wouldn’t have anything less than a great artist on it. Looking forward to meeting him!
Herobear and the Kid: Saving Time ($3.99) – Mike Kunkel is a super nice guy, and this book is crazy charming. I’m in for it.
Eltingville Club #1 ($3.99) – Evan Dorkin taking the piss out of the comic industry? Sounds great, and from what I’ve read, this is a disturbing riot.
Total: $17.95 – a fine and interesting mix of comics this week
Brian’s Picks:
Justice League United #0 ($3.99) – I have a secret: my favorite Justice League runs never feature the “big 7” as the team. To me, the JL is far more interesting when the cast has more variety and diversity in the ranks. This book starts out hitting a bunch of my sweet spots, fan-wise, with Martian Manhunter, Adam Strange, Animal Man and Stargirl all featuring front and center. Add into that Supergirl, Hawkman, a new character (!) and Green Arrow? I’m hooked. Oh, and the creative team is top notch. That probably should have been mentioned first.
Batman/Superman #9 ($3.99) – Pak’s Superman is a delight. Lee’s art is a delight. ‘Nuff said.
Manhattan Projects #20 ($3.50) – The “end” of the first major arc of the book means that you need to read this issue. No excuses.
Fantastic Four #3 / All-New Invaders #4 ($3.99 each) – Ah, James Robinson at Marvel. How sweet it is.
Total: $19.46
Matt’s Picks:
Evil Empire #2 ($3.99) – Max Bemis is probably one of the most surprising additions to comics in a while. I enjoyed “Polarity” a lot and dug “Evil Empire’s” debut, though it kind of went right up to the edge of where I think it wanted to be. Here’s hoping issue two tips us over.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #33 ($3.99) – Mateus Santolouco is back and this book continues to be criminally underrated for how good it is. I can’t wait to see what comes next in the saga of everyone’s favorite pizza-loving mutant reptiles who happen to be between the ages of thirteen and nineteen.
Fuse #3 ($3.50) – I’ve really enjoyed this little twist on the classic procedural archetype. I’m quite curious to see where the book is going, and that Jamie McKelvie variant is none too shabby either.
Zero #7 ($2.99) – Oh man. Zero, you guys. Gets better with every issue.
Elektra #1 ($3.99) – Easily the most exciting debut from Marvel this week, even if Zeb Wells is no longer on the book. I’m willing to give it the benefit of the doubt with Mike Del Mundo artwork.
Total: $18.46
Zach’s Picks
Batman/Superman #9 ($3.99) – It may be incredibly late, and we may have already seen how the story ends, but there’s no way I’m going to pass up another stellar Greg Pak/Jae Lee collaboration.
Justice League United #0 (3.99) – This spiritual successor to “Justice League of America,” looks to improve on its predecessor in almost every way. With a zany sci-fi tone, a fantastically diverse cast, and a hint of potential bwa-ha-ha, Jeff Lemire and Mike McKone may just have a hit on their hands.
Zero #7 ($2.99) – At this point, do I really need to tell you why should be reading this book?
Guardians of the Galaxy #14 ($4.99) – I haven’t been the biggest fan of Bendis’ work on Guardians, but there are several factors that make this one worth checking out. These include:
-Nick Bradshaw’s debut on the series
-The addition of Venom and Captain Marvel to the cast
-New Dan Abnett Guardians work
To me, this more than justifies the $4.99 price tag for this pseudo-anniversary issue.
Elektra #1 ($3.99) I’ll be honest, I have very little interest in Elektra as a character. But Mike Del Mundo on interiors? That’s irresistible.
Total: $19.95
