Wolverine and the 7 best comic books of the week

This was one of the most balanced five comic book picks of the week. Image, Marvel, DC, and Dynamite Comics were all represented this week. Each of this week’s issues had a great story, furthered their storylines, and helped enhance their respective characters, too.

But which ones truly stood out? Let’s get right to it with the best comic book of the week.

Wolverine No. 1 (Pick of the week)

• Writer: Saladin Ahmed
• Artist: Martin Coccolo

I picked out Wolverine No. 1 as the potential best comic book of the week and it didn’t disappoint when it arrived. Saladin Ahmed captured everything you love about Logan like his ferocity, depth of character, and self-deprecating nature. He also reminded readers how much humans hate mutants. The word he chose to highlight this was intense. I could feel the disdain in their word.

Wolverine ends with an unknown new villain taking hold of an older one (Cyber). Whoever this mysterious ancient being is, they hate adamantium and call it a false metal. They aren't the only villains either. The bonus scene shows another of Wolverine’s oldest enemies preparing to kill him.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles No. 2

• Writer: Jason Aaron
• Artist: Rafael Albuquerque

The first issue of Jason Aaron's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles had Raphael in prison. Towards the end, he’s attacked by the Foot. No. 2 showed Megastar Michelangelo in Tokyo having the same problem.

After defeating the Foot Clan, Raphael comes to help Mikey. Instead of greeting his brother with open arms, Mikey attacks him. He was upset that his brothers left him and felt they wouldn’t see him as an adult. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles No. 2 ends with Mikey and Raph squaring up for a fight.

Green Lantern No. 15

• Writers: Jeremy Adams and Phillip K. Johnson
• Artists: Fernando Pasarin and Montos

Hal Jordan proved he’s more than capable of being a hero without his Green Lantern Power Ring. He also showed that he’s an entertaining character with incredible improvisation skills. He stole a prototype Batwing, infiltrated the Hall of Order (formerly the Hall of Justice) with non-lethal weapons, and outmaneuvered Major Force.

If you’re not a fan of Hal Jordan, writer Jeremy Adams will make you one. You don’t need to know the story to enjoy what’s happening in this issue. And, after reading it, you’ll want to go back and start the series from issue No. 1.

Spider-Gwen: The Ghost Spider No. 5

• Writer: Stephanie Phillips
• Artist: Paolo Villanelli

The newest Spider-Gwen run is the perfect jumping on point for the Ghost-Spider train. In this issue, Gwen defends someone who tried to kill her and did so with style. She may not have caught the big bad at the end, but she managed to survive and get the information she needed.

The cover of the next issue features the great Jessica Jones. The two of them together are more than enough to get my money. But it’s a bonus that Stephanie Phillips is writing an amazing series.

Transformers No. 12

• Writer: Daniel Warren Johnson
• Artist: Jorge Corona

Transformers No. 12 ends with Optimus Prime making a decision that will haunt him forever. He chose to stand with Earth rather than Cybertron. With half of his planet destroyed, how will his fellow Autobots react? Whether they follow his lead or not, you can guarantee that some of them will never forgive him.

This was the best issue in the first arc and, of course, it’s the last. 

Uncanny X-Men No. 2

• Writer: Gail Simone
• Artist: David Marquez

Gail Simone balanced action, suspense, and emotion in this issue of Uncanny X-Men. We learn the names of the kids who need help from the X-Men (Jitter, Ransom, Deathdream, and Calico) and that the person chasing them is working for Warden Ellis. Not only that, she has a history with Charles Xavier. She was the first woman he loved and looked nothing like she did when they met.

On a sadder note, Logan gets colder (yes, that’s possible). When Rogue asks him to help the kids, he says there’s no more “Uncle Logan”. Rogue reminds him that he helped kids survive. Logan says not all of them. This could hint at something that happens in Saladin Ahmed’s Wolverine.

Space Ghost No. 5

• Writer: David Pepose
• Artist: Jonathan Lau

How more people aren’t talking about Space Ghost is beyond me. Issue No. 5 is more proof that this is a fantastic series.

As I’ve been saying, Space Ghost gives readers tons of sci-fi action, aliens, and characters you’ll care about. Jan and Jace weren’t the most interesting sidekicks in the cartoon series, but this run has showcased their true potential. And there's no way anyone saw the big reveal in this issue coming, even if you’ve watched the show.

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