Rob's Picks:

Captain America #1 – A freshly thawed Steve Rogers takes on a changed world and a new mission in this powerful new series from the always-excellent Chip Zdarsky (Sex Criminals, Avengers: Twilight). In this reimagined timeline, Cap awakens not in the hopeful Silver Age but in the precarious, paranoid world of post-9/11 America. It's a complicated era to be a symbol of militaristic heroism, and Steve must confront the harsh realities of modern warfare and political ambiguity. With nowhere else to go, he returns to the open arms of the U.S. military, where General Thaddeus Ross assigns him a high-stakes mission: rescue American diplomats taken hostage by a newly risen dictator named Doom in the nation of Latveria. This debut doesn’t shy away from commentary on regime change, war optics, and global power plays, drawing inspiration from real-life events like the Iran hostage crisis. Zdarsky crafts a grounded, smart, and relevant reboot that makes this a must-read for fans of morally complex superhero stories.

Godzilla vs. Thor #1 – The King of All Monsters goes head-to-head with the God of Thunder in a one-shot clash of titans that lives up to the billing. Jason Aaron (TMNT, Absolute Superman) ditches the lighter tone of past crossovers and delivers a grittier, more serious take that respects the threat Godzilla represents. In Japan, the Hand resurrects the slain kaiju as a living embodiment of destruction, seeking to crown a new king of killers. Thor answers the call to battle, and Aaron fully commits to the “Vs” of the title, staging a brawl that escalates from Tokyo to Asgard in truly epic fashion. With stunning action and no narrative shortcuts, this showdown is bold, brutal, and brilliantly executed. Whether you’re a fan of Thor, Godzilla, or just love high-stakes spectacle, this book delivers a monster-sized punch.

Absolute Green Lantern #4 – Al Ewing (Immortal Hulk) finally starts pulling back the curtain on the eerie and unsettling world of Absolute Green Lantern. Continuing its dual-timeline structure, the issue follows Sojourner and Hal Jordan in both the present—where Hal is overwhelmed by dark cosmic forces—and the past, where the two confront the enigmatic Abin Sur during his judgment of the town of Evergreen. Jahnoy Lindsay’s art pushes the series’ alien horror vibes into new territory, with visuals that lean heavily into surreal and otherworldly distortions of the Green energy. In the past, Sojourner challenges Sur directly while Hal prepares a deadly countermeasure, but just as answers begin to unfold, a fateful decision sends shockwaves through the timeline. Abin Sur’s cryptic motives, Lovecraftian design, and unknowable logic inject this issue with a heavy dose of cosmic horror. It’s a dense, moody installment that heightens the series’ mystery while exploring what it really means for the Green Lanterns to be "forces for good."

Solomon's Picks:

Bring On The Bad Guys: Green Goblin #1 kicks off Marvel’s latest villain-centric series with a gorgeously illustrated deep dive into Norman Osborn’s descent into madness. Though it doesn’t reinvent the character, this eerie retelling by Ethan S. Parker, Griffin Sheridan, Matteo Della Fonte, and Mattia Iacono embraces horror with style—channeling Norman’s psyche through intense, first-person sequences and dread-filled visual storytelling. The standout here is the art, which gives us one of the most striking and terrifying portrayals of the Green Goblin in recent memory. The Mephisto angle adds a sinister, supernatural twist to Norman’s origin, and while it treads familiar ground narratively, it does so with such confidence and flair that it still manages to feel fresh. A must-read for Goblin fans and anyone craving something darker from Marvel.

Wolverines and Deadpools #1 delivers exactly what the title promises and then some, offering sharp humor, big action, and unexpected emotional depth. Wade and Logan are joined by their respective daughters, Laura and Eleanor, in a mission to investigate missing persons cases—and the younger generation brings a welcome new layer to the classic pairing. The real surprise is how well the book balances ridiculous laughs with quiet moments of vulnerability between Wade and Logan, reflecting on fatherhood and legacy. For someone usually skeptical of Deadpool humor, the jokes here land far more often than expected, likely due to the richer cast dynamic. With lively art and a strong emotional throughline, this series opener is a delight for fans old and new.

Absolute Green Lantern #4 continues to be one of DC’s most compelling cosmic titles, delivering both narrative clarity and deeper mystery in equal measure. The structure remains non-linear, opening with an emotionally charged fight between Sojourner and Hal before flashing back to the pivotal moment they challenged Abin Sur. The alien’s enigmatic explanations and apparent clairvoyance only deepen the intrigue, as timelines blur and long-held assumptions unravel. The fractured storytelling is part of the fun here, with readers encouraged to piece together the truth alongside the characters. Al Ewing and the art team continue to excel at blending sci-fi, horror, and character drama, and with each issue the puzzle becomes more rewarding. Another strong chapter in a series that’s proving to be one of the best Green Lantern stories in years.