I’M BACKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKK. Whats Up CHU? Mel V. here with some cool variants for this week. Let me start by saying thank you to Tony and DrunkWooky for taking over while I was in the lovely country of The Dominican Republic. If there were comic stores out there I would move tomorrow, so let me shake the ring rust off and let’s get into some good looking variants. Continue reading “Mel V.'s Variant Picks of the Week for 7/13/16”
Tag: comic speculating
Agent Poyo's Picks of the Week for July 13th, 2016
I’m so tired of typing Rebirth, but here I am again, typing Rebirth because that’s whats going to be hot this week.. again. Continue reading “Agent Poyo's Picks of the Week for July 13th, 2016”
Comics Picks of the Week for Delivery 7/13/16
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 shot at heating up. Here are out picks of the week for delivery 7/13/16 Continue reading “Comics Picks of the Week for Delivery 7/13/16”
Jessica Jones returns to her own series
After a decade, Jessica Jones is back in an all-new solo series! This fall, one of the most complex characters of the Marvel Universe returns for an all-new mystery from the original creative team — Brian Michael Bendis (Civil War II, Invincible Iron Man, Spider-Man, Alias) Michael Gaydos (Alias, Avengers), and David Mack (Alias, Daredevil). Continue reading “Jessica Jones returns to her own series”
Comic Con Box July 2016 "Crew" Unboxing
Got home today and found a sadly beaten Comic Con Box on the porch. Joe and I unboxed it. Check out what is inside. Continue reading “Comic Con Box July 2016 "Crew" Unboxing”
Diamond Comics Advance Reorder List for 7/11/16
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 7/11/16:
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One to Watch: New Super Man #1
Thanks to Brian Springman for info on this one.
DC Rebirth has been on fire lately, DC books burning up the charts, new comic sales, secondary market sales, and just general interest. New Super Man #1 out this Wednesday will be no different. Continue reading “One to Watch: New Super Man #1”
Blind Adam's Hidden Gems Vol. 17
Blind Adam is a comic dealer in the New Jersey/New York area. Yes, he is blind (90%)
greetings my heating up and awesomesauce families. thank you for
reading this each and every week.
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One to Watch: Supergirl Rebirth #1 Adam Hughes Variant
I have seen this cover all over the past couple of days and just love it. Adam Hughes does “good girl” well and the cover to Supergirl Rebirth #1 is just too good to pass up. Continue reading “One to Watch: Supergirl Rebirth #1 Adam Hughes Variant”
Alana's Weekend Spec: Iron Doom
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”
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”
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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