During the previous must-read new comic book article, Absolute Green Arrow No. 1 led the charge with an amazing debut issue. Also in that universe was Absolute Flash No. 15, which introduced new characters and possibly a team. Another premiere was Image Comics’ Odin by writers James Tynion IV and Marguerite Bennett. This week, we have a new list of must-read new comic books. Starting with my favorite.
Ultimates No. 24
- Writer: Deniz Camp
- Artist: Juan Frigeri
- Colors: Federico Blee
The final volume of Deniz Camp’s Ultimates has been a combination of brutality and poetry. This time, while Shen Qi and later Lejori Joena Zakaria (She-Hulk) fight Bruce Banner, the depth comes in the form of the question of what strength is. It was full of amazing points as readers saw an incredible battle.
X-Men No. 30
- Writer: Jed MacKay
- Penciler: Netho Diaz
- Inker: Sean Parsons
- Colors: Arthur Hesli
This storyline ("Danger Room") was perfectly paced and concluded that way as well. The X-Men gained a new ally (codename Leviathan) thanks to Hank McCoy (Beast) being someone who would rather talk than fight. Which, as we learn in the end, was one of Scott Summers’ (Cyclops) plans. It was brilliantly done, and I’m excited to see what’s next for the X-Men’s newest teammate.
Absolute Wonder Woman No. 20
- Writer: Kelly Thompson
- Artist: Hayden Sherman
- Colors: Jordie Bellaire
This was the first time Absolute Wonder Woman lost. She’s been beaten, but she has always come back to win. This time, Veronica Cale and her team captured Diana and experimented on her. If that wasn’t enough, before Diana could save her friend, Barbara Minerva, Hades took her to the Underworld. Now, Wonder Woman will be gone for over a month while Cale whispers betrayal in Barbara’s ear.
Exquisite Corpses No. 13
- Writer: James Tynion IV
- Artist: Michael Walsh
- Colors: Jordie Bellaire
As predicted, James Tynion sticks the landing with the final issue of Exquisite Corpses. The battles were fought, and a surprising winner was declared. And just when you think it’s over, one of the contestants escapes, and readers learn that they’ll return in season 2 of Exquisite Corpses.
Infernal Hulk No. 7
- Writer: Phillip Kennedy Johnson
- Artist: Adam Gorham
- Colors: Matthew Wilson
The Infernal Hulk continues their reign of terror by defeating Cyclops’ X-Men without breaking a sweat. The most interesting part of this story is what he was after. The Eldest wasn’t looking to kill the X-Men. His mission was to capture Herman Glob, and he succeeded. All that’s left now is to see what the Infernal Hulk has planned.
The Flash No. 33
- Writer: Ryan North
- Artist: Gavin Guidry
- Colors: Adriano Lucas
Ryan North is slowly becoming one of my favorite writers because he understands the powers of superheroes and how they’d react in life-and-death situations. Here, Wally West gains an additional skill tied to the Speed Force that will become a gift and a curse.
Void Rivals No. 30
- Writer: Robert Kirkman
- Artist: Andrei Bressan
- Colors: Dee Cunniffe
The Quintesson War has been one of the better comic book battles in 2026 because it showed what war looks like. People are going to die and be sacrificed, and the heroes don’t always win. Thankfully, Darak and Solila are still together and haven’t given up hope. However, they’re working with Pythona, who’s a member of Cobra-La, and they don't know she's evil.
Superman: Father of Tomorrow No. 1
- Writer: Kenny Porter
- Artist: Danny Earls
- Colors: Nick Filardi
The idea of Jor-El coming to Earth instead of Kal-El is intriguing enough. But seeing an adult Kryptonian with morals becoming a brother to Jon and Martha Kent was more heartwarming than I could have imagined. You don’t have to be a fan of Elseworld stories to enjoy Superman: Father of Tomorrow. It’s an absolute gem.
Detective Comics No. 1109
- Writer: Tom Taylor
- Artist: Mikel Janín
- Colors: Mikel Janín
Detective Comics No. 1109 was full of action, and writer/colorist Mikel Janín did a fantastic job making it look good. But even an issue full of punches, tosses, and arrows, the tale of the mysterious little girl who tried to kill Green Arrow was intriguing. And when you get to the end, you’ll have more questions that need answering.
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