FOC PICKS FOR 4/6/2026

Hello CHU!! Dirty D has been kidnapped, or on vacation, or perhaps it is both, I don’t know. He is missing that’s all I know. Sent me a message saying that if I wanted an FOC post this week I would have to pay a ransom….. Well… I hope he is ok so I am doing this post myself.

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NOTABLE REPRINTS

DETECTIVE COMICS #578 FACSIMILE EDITION CVR A TODD MCFARLANE (YEAR TWO PART 4 OF 4) – Classic Todd McFarlane Batman cover. Also available in Foil

PETER PARKER, THE SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN #1 FACSIMILE EDITION
The landmark first issue of Spider-Man’s second solo series! In the sensational seventies, Spidey fans just couldn’t get enough of their favorite super hero in the pages of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN and MARVEL TEAM-UP – so the web-head got another long-running series, with Peter Parker getting top billing! But fear not, there’s plenty of costumed action as Spidey shows exactly why he deserves to be called SPECTACULAR in a clash of the arachnids with the deadly Tarantula! It’s one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting PETER PARKER, THE SPECTACULAR SPIDER-MAN (1976) #1.

SHESPAWN #1
MINISERIES PREMIERE Jessica Priest has been a soldier, an assassin, a superhero, and a mother. Now, she has to take on the role of savior to protect a small child from an Angelic Cult set on sacrificing him in the name of their God. A new SPAWN UNIVERSE miniseries by acclaimed writer GAIL SIMONE of X-MEN and BIRDS OF PREY fame. She offers a fresh, distinct look at SHE-SPAWN as she joins artist IG GUARA, bringing the perilous journey of She-Spawn to life.

SILVER SURFER #3 FACSIMILE EDITION
The Sentinel of the Spaceways meets his match as the malevolent Mephisto makes his Marvel debut! The Silver Surfer, captive on Earth, grows tired of his lofty intentions being misunderstood and turns his anger on humanity by using his awesome abilities to bring civilization to a standstill! But that only succeeds in attracting the attention of Mephisto, ruler of the Stygian deep – and he would know everything about the Surfer to defeat him! The lord of evil has such power that he can exploit Norrin Radd’s greatest weakness: none other than Shalla-Bal! But will Mephisto succeed in claiming the Surfer’s soul? Plus: An uncanny tale of the Watcher! It’s one of the all-time great Marvel comic books, boldly re-presented in its original form, ads and all! Reprinting SILVER SURFER (1968) #3.

 

GATHER AROUND for the MAGIC SHOW

AMAZING SPIDER-MAN/VENOM: DEATH SPIRAL – BODY COUNT #1 LUCIO PARRILLO MAGIC: THE GATHERING VARIANT [DS] – For the Magic covers, Carnage is a pretty big draw. Comes with the playable game card, making this a dual collectible.

IRON MAN #5 KEVIN GLINT MAGIC: THE GATHERING VARIANT – Another heavy hitter cover and card, Iron Spider.

KNULL #5 PAOLO RIVERA MAGIC: THE GATHERING VARIANT – Another fantastic cover and card combination, Black Costume Spider-Man.

 

NEW ONES

BEN 10 #1 CVR A ROBERT CAREY – The 20 year cycle is in effect. Show started around 2005 and the 10 year olds are now in their early 30’s.

DOG TAG #1 – Dog Tag is a fictional story about a very real war. It follows the life and thoughts of Corporal Tom Fuller through the final year of World War II as his service takes him from the invasion of Normandy to the surrender of Japan. Borrowed from real world stories and little known events of the war, Dog Tag asks big questions about the war while focusing on the heroism of the ordinary people who lived and died during the conflict.

DOOMQUEST #1 – Doom is dead, long live Doom. DOOMQUEST is an evergreen Doom story: the perfect introduction and exploration of his character. This fun and adventurous miniseries takes readers into the heart of Victor Von Doom, across the depths of time and space and into action-packed battles you can’t see anywhere else – and beyond.

IF DESTRUCTION BE OUR LOT #1 – SERIES PREMIERE EXTRA-LENGTH DEBUT ISSUE! Humanity is extinct and all that remains are the robots who once helped us.The robots who once helped us are happier now, doing their work without human interference. But not Abe. He believes there must be something more out there. After nearly getting killed, he’s determined to wander the Earth until he finds it—or gets recycled trying. Brilliant artist ANDY MACDONALD (Doctor Strange, Wonder Woman), and adequate writers MARK ELIJAH ROSENBERG (Approaching the Unknown, Year Million) and MATTHEW ROSENBERG (WE’RE TAKING EVERYONE DOWN WITH US, 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) bring you an ongoing sci-fi adventure about finding purpose, holding onto hope, and really lonely robots.

 

First Appearances

CAPTAIN AMERICA #11 – The solicitation promises an all new all Hulk strike team led by Red Hulk.

ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN #19 – The solicitation states a new character, but we showed two un-named appearances in the spoilers last week, could be one of them, Steel or Phantom Stranger.

 

Sonic Madness

DC X SONIC THE HEDGEHOG THE METAL LEGION #1
THE FAN-FAVORITE CROSSOVER RETURNS! The worlds of DC Comics’ Justice League and SEGA’s Sonic the Hedgehog collide once more in another thrilling crossover filled with action, adventure, laughs, and perils! Mysterious mechanical rings have appeared on both worlds, linking them together and leading to all things wonderful, worrisome, and weird! The heroes are happily reunited, but little do they suspect there’s a sinister origin to their reunions.

BATMAN #9 CVR F MIRKA ANDOLFO DC X SONIC CARD STOCK VAR
While the Sonic Crossover book is out there, there are regular issues that are sporting Sonic Covers.

Possible Dreck of the Week

This could be a hit, or a complete swing and a miss. My problem with it is the $25 price point. Not sure how rare or desirable these will be. Depends on how good the covers are going to be or the artists for that matter.

BOYS #1 BLOODY BLIND BAG – What they say: Dynamite celebrates the final season of acclaimed TV series The Boys on Prime Video with this blood-spattered blind bag – the first ever offered for The Boys! This Premium Mystery Variant Blind Bag contains three separate limited-edition variants of some of the key issues of the series with unique variant covers drawn at random from a range of art exclusive to this offering. Don’t miss this special opportunity to own a piece of The Boys’ legacy!

Parting Thoughts

That’s it for this week. Hopefully Dirt D makes it bake safe and sane.