The Depressed Hunter
Major Grubert travels to the Airtight Garage (a ‘pocket universe’ created by the Major himself) to unwind and relax, hoping to see his depressive state lift. But instead of finding the relaxation he needs, he runs into some locals whom he overhears plotting his assassination.
The Shaolin Cowboy: Staying A.I.Live #1
[Critic Score: 10]
Shaolin Cowboy is a funny and timely comic that doesn’t bash readers over the head with its message. Rather, it weaves themes in the artwork and dialogue in a series that is thought-provoking and full of commentary on overpopulation, misinformation, A.I., and fear.
Concrete: Stars Over Sand #1
[Critic Score: 8.1]
Concrete: Stars Over Sand #1 is the start of a mini-series that makes similar demands. It is the continuation of the adored independent comic Concrete that assumes the audience interested in a new story would be one that already has a deep familiarity with its previous publications. It doesn’t exist to find a new audience of potential readers, but a labor of love from the author to continue their story as they would have so many years ago.
Beast of Borikén #1
[Critic Score: 9.0]
Beast of Borikén blends monsters and social commentary set against the backdrop of Puerto Rico. It plays with different themes, and the creative team behind this comic clearly know how to make every page count in a series premiere.
The Ring: The Man Who Beat the Man #1
[Critic Score: 9.0]
There are few things on Earth as narratively satisfying as the comeback, and of all the sports we’ve dreamt up, there aren’t many that can match up to the amazing potential boxing has for them. But what if you combine that with top tier comic book storytelling? You get one of the most exciting new comics of the year.
Skate Ali #1
[Critic Score: 9.2]
In a dystopian future Los Angeles, the Department of Civic Integrity has one goal: keeping skateboarders off the streets. But even the threat of the DCI can’t stop lone wolf Skater Ali from chasing her dream
Masters of the Universe: The Wings of Fate #1
[Critic Score: 7.8]
Hot on the heels of the most recent adaptation of the Masters of the Universe franchise, Dark Horse has launched a new loosely-related tie-in comic, Masters of the Universe: The Wings of Fate.
Young Hellboy: Thrilling Sky Adventures #1
[Critic Score: 7.3]
Young Hellboy is one of the best spin-off series from the Hellboy universe. Instead of the stoic monster hunter, readers see him at a time of innocence.