Welcome back CHU universe to this round of Weekend Specs! I have a couple spec worthy books for your back issue hunting consideration this weekend. We look towards the stars in some possible future MCU characters that could be appearing in film before you know it. Most of these will be pretty cheap pick ups and worth a place in your collection. To infinity and beyond lets jump in!!! Continue reading “Alana's Weekend Spec: Iron Doom”
Frankie's Comics Harley Quinn #1 Blank Variant Plus AOD Black and White
Frankie’s Comics (formerly Hoknes USA) released the image for their Harley Quinn 1 Blank Sketch Cover. Continue reading “Frankie's Comics Harley Quinn #1 Blank Variant Plus AOD Black and White”
Free Comic Friday: Margo Intergalactic Trash Collector
About a month ago, we spotlighted a Kickstarter for Margo Intergalactic Trash Collector’s second issue. After the post, the funding for the issue took a jump and the campaign was fully funded. (Thanks to those who contributed). As a result, artist and writer Jim Whiting reached out to me and sent over signed copies of the first issue (as well as a personalized thank you sketch, Thanks Jim!) So, we have copies to give away. Continue reading “Free Comic Friday: Margo Intergalactic Trash Collector”
One to Watch: Invincible Iron Man 12
With Riri Williams taking over as Iron Man, it is only a matter of time before she and the current Iron Armor owner meet. There are no mentions of when this will happen in the upcoming solicitations but rumors are pointing to issue Invincible Iron Man 12. Continue reading “One to Watch: Invincible Iron Man 12”
Marvel Announces All New (Renumbered) Iron Man Series Starring Riri Williams
Because you demanded it. With Invincible Iron Man #7 and Invincible Iron Man #9
blowing up after yesterday’s announcement she would be taking over, the new announcement that she will star in a new, renumbered series could drive these books up even higher.
From Marvel Press release:
The Marvel Universe stands divided. As those who once stood together now stand apart, new heroes will rise to answer the call. This Fall, a new armored avenger suits up in INVINCIBLE IRON MAN #1 – a new series launching as part of Marvel NOW! Superstar creator Brian Michael Bendis welcomes incoming artist Stefano Caselli to the ongoing adventures of Marvel’s newest leading lady – Riri Williams!
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SDCC Variants Up for Pre-Sale
Not going to SDCC but want to pick up some of the variants? Here is your chance. A limited amount of SDCC Variants have gone up for presale. Continue reading “SDCC Variants Up for Pre-Sale”
37th Harley Quinn #1 Variant Announced
AOD collectibles have announced what appears to be their second variant for Harley Quinn #1, and it is a good looking and cheap variant. The new cover brings the total covers for Harley Quinn up to about 37 covers.
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Riri Williams to become the next Iron Man
Time to grab a couple Iron Man #7, the first appearance of Riri Williams, as well as, Invincible Iron Man #9
. These books originally came into prominence because Riri was becoming the next War Machine, how ever now, she is becoming the next Iron Man.
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Spoilers: Amazing Spiderman 15
I haven’t read Spiderman since after the last issue of the first series, well after the renumbered second series went back to legacy numbered and became the first series again. I have mostly skipped over Slot’s run and have been content to put together a run of just the first series. I will be picking up tomorrow’s Amazing Spiderman 15 though. Continue reading “Spoilers: Amazing Spiderman 15”
Spoilers: Superman #2
Another good issue of Superman out this week. We get to see something that I have been waiting for. Continue reading “Spoilers: Superman #2”
Wednesday Open Forum
Wednesday, the best day of the week, new comic book day. It is like your birthday in the middle of each week (well, one where you buy your own presents.)
We open things up to hear from you. A free for all.
The 91st edition of the open forum! Continue reading “Wednesday Open Forum”
Mel V.'s Variant Picks of the Week
Mel is out this week. He is on vacation while the rest of the CHU team is hard at work (both regular jobs and here) Mel is lounging on the beach sipping fruity beverages with tiny umbrellas. So with Mel out DrunkWooky and I are picking the variants we like.
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Agent Poyo's Picks for July 6, 2016
Happy ‘Merica People! Hopefully no digits were lost this past weekend from any readers playing with fireworks, it’d be a shame if anyone lost any comic page flipper fingers..
Let’s get on with the picks this week, some good stuff is coming out. Gotta love these bank buster weeks all in a row, I know I’ve gone over budget these past few weeks, so let’s see what’s in store for us comic nerds this week.
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Comics Picks of the Week for Delivery 7/6/16
Each week hundreds of new comics hit the shelves, each with potential. Some live up to that potential. We pick the ones we think have the best show at heating up. Here are our picks of the week for delivery 7/6/16:
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Walking Dead #156 Spoilers
Walking Dead 156 is lining up to be the best issue in a while. Haven’t seen good action since Alpha cut off the heads of a bunch of survivors. There has been a lot of talk about something big, extreme, happening this issue. Trust me, Walking Dead 156
has it.
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Marvel Revives Champions
Images last week came out showing different Marvel Heroes claiming “I quit” and now the reason why has become clear. Marvel is bringing in the characters who quit the Avengers to restart The Champions. Continue reading “Marvel Revives Champions “
Movie Stop Hastings Close Out
I had mentioned in the comments that Movie Stop is going out of business. They are part of Hastings, carry comics, as well as Hastings Variants. I hit them about a week ago and got a bunch of Hastings Variants cheap, and made my money back quickly. I hit them up again today because all their comics are 85% off and buy 3 get 3 free. I couldn’t pass this up. Here is what I ended up with:
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A Look Ahead to September: Small and Midsize Publishers
From time to time we run a look at new series coming up in the next couple of months that have caught our attention. Here is what we are looking at for September:
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Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List for 7/4/16
The Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List is a great speculator tool. It shows what books retailers are going back to get more of, in advance of their release. They are actually putting their money up betting these books get big. These are the books people are talking about in shops, message boards, and websites. Here is the Diamond Comics Advance for 7/4/16:
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Variant Envy: Game on! Aspen Store Harley Quinn Pre-order announced
Thanks to DrunkWooky for this.
Aspen announced the pre-order date and time for Harley Quinn, All-Star Batman, and Suicide Squad variants a few days ago.
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Francis Manapul Harley Quinn Variant Up for Order
We mentioned the other day the Francis Manapul Harley Quinn #1 that was attributed to HoknesUSA but was actually for The Comic Mint and how they were going to have unique way of ordering them. Regardless, the Harley Variant is up for sale. Continue reading “Francis Manapul Harley Quinn Variant Up for Order”
Blind Adam's Hidden Gems Vol. 16
Greetings my Comics Heating Up and Awesomesauce families. It is your boy Blind Adam the comicpimp back to give twenty more hiden gems. Thank you for reading this each and every week. If any of you will be at Boston Comiccon and want to hang out let me know or stop by the cars and say hello. Now lets make some money on some comics, and you can’t teach that. Continue reading “Blind Adam's Hidden Gems Vol. 16”
Spoilers: Legion of Collectors Suicide Squad Box
Tyson B from www.toyboxone.com with the really sweet DC Legion of Collectors Funko Box
MARVEL PRESENTS THE U.S.AVENGERS
The security of the Marvel Universe is fractured. The world’s first line of defense, S.H.I.E.L.D., can no longer be trusted. The United States no longer has a super-spy agency with its best interests at heart – until now. Prepare for the U.S.Avengers!
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Francis Manapul Mystery Variant solved
The Francis Manapul Harley Quinn image we put up yesterday from Manapul’s Instagram site has been attributed to a seller. This is an official release that has not been officially announced just yet. Continue reading “Francis Manapul Mystery Variant solved”