DC Comics Previews: September 17, 2025

 

 

 

DC Comics released a lot of great comics this week. If you missed any of them, here’s a recap. Click on the title, and it should take you to the individual preview.

 

Happy reading, and exploring!

 

 

 

DC W.I.P.: Absolute Batman #1

Writer: Scott Snyder

Artist & Cover Artist: Nick Dragotta

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $14.99

Size: 11’ x 17”

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

DC’s Artist Edition Line continues! Experience the original art of DC’s greatest issues and artists at original artboard size!

 

Step into the world of comics like never before with DC W.I.P. Get up close and personal with the stunning original artwork from one of comics’ greatest artists.

 

Featuring the original art of Absolute Batman #1 from Nick Dragotta! The brilliance of Dragotta’s work can be seen like never before in this massive oversize presentation. Includes a brand-new introduction by Dragotta. Don’t miss your chance to own this incredible, one-of-a-kind piece of comics history.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #4

Writer: Ryan North

Artist: Mike Norton

Colorist: Ian Herring

Letterer: Ferran Delgado

Cover Artists: Jae Lee & June Chung; Karl Kerschl

Editors: Sabrina Futch & Katie Kubert

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Ryan North and Mike Norton take Krypto coast-to-coast!

 

Krypto has made a new friend—another stray—and together, the two of them are traveling across America. But they are not alone, for a monster from a distant world has come to Earth, and their two paths are now on a collision course. Krypto, with superpowers that are just coming in, must find a way to defend himself, his friend—and his planet

 

 

 

 

 

Wonder Woman #25

Writer: Tom King

Artists: Daniel Sampere & Jorge Fornés

Colorist: Tomeu Morey

Letterer: Clayton Cowles

Cover Artists: Daniel Sampere & Tomeu Morey; Mark Spears; Homare; David Nakayama; Tran Nguyen; Yasmine Putri & Blank Sketch Cover

Editors: Marquis Draper & Brittany Holzherr

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 40 Pages

Price: $4.99/$5.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

The Matriarch rises!

 

After days of searching through a mouse-infested world, Wonder Woman finally locates the lost Etta Candy and fugitive Amazon Emilie. Little does she know, they are hiding a tiny harbinger of death who will change Diana’s fate forever! You won’t want to miss the first appearance of the Matriarch in this oversize anniversary issue that will set the stage for all Wonder stories to come!

 

 

 

 

The New Gods #10

Writer: Ram V

Artist: Pye Parr & Evan Cagle

Cover Artists: Nimit Malavia, Yasmine Putri & Ian Bertram

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Maxwell Lord makes his move!

 

Kamal has been kidnapped! Stolen away from the protection of both the New Gods and the Justice League, the child is now in the possession of Maxwell Lord—but what does Lord intend to do with the newest new god’s seemingly unlimited power? Can the heroes of the DCU and the refugees of the Fourth World save Kamal before it’s too late?

 

 

 

 

 

Nightwing #130

Writer: Dan Watters

Artist: Dexter Soy

Cover Artists: Dexter Soy, Jorge Fornés, Juan Ferreyra, Kevin Wada & Ethan Young

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $4.99/$5.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Nightwing takes on a sidekick!

 

Nightwing finds himself thrust into the unlikely role of mentor to an aspiring hero with incredible power. But is the city of Blüdhaven big enough for both of them?

 

 

 

 

 

The Bat-Man: Second Knight #1

Writer: Dan Jurgens

Artist: Mike Perkins

Colorist: Mike Spicer

Letterer: Simon Bowland

Cover Artists: Mike Perkins, Fabrizio De Tommaso, Marc Aspinall & Jorge Fornés

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $6.99/$7.99 (Variant Covers)*

Issue Length: 48 Pages

Series Length: 6 Issues

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

The year is 1940. Most of the Western world is embroiled in a war against a fascist regime whose march across Europe shows no sign of defeat. With the specter of global war looming, it’s a time of fear and paranoia for those living in Gotham. It’s only been a few months since the city was rescued from undead monsters by the masked vigilante known as The Bat-Man, but a vicious killer has been on a murder spree that’s taking the city to its breaking point. Bodies are turning up in theatrically gruesome ways…all staged with the killer’s calling card: a hangman’s noose. While The Bat-Man endeavors to solve the spate of murders, a young reporter from the Daily Star named Lois Lane arrives in Gotham. Meant to cover a movie premiere, it doesn’t take long for Lane to find herself caught in the grips of a new villain in Gotham. One whose mastery of fear will plunge the city into chaos!

 

Note: This perfect bound, magazine-size issue was originally solicited as 32 pages for $3.99/$4.99 (Card Stock). The longer length may mean a shorter series (which would be a shame, as it features such compelling art and storytelling). We’ll see!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Titans #27

Writer: John Layman

Artist: Max Raynor

Colorist: Matt Herms

Letterer: Wes Abbott

Cover Artists: Pete Woods; Chris Burnham & Brian Reber; Michael Allred & Laura Allred; Jonboy Meyers

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Guest-Starring the unstoppable Doom Patrol!

 

Beast Boy, Cyborg, and the Doom Patrol have been caught in a trap set by Gar’s old nemesis! Seeking to reclaim the powers he lost during Absolute Power, the Zookeeper sends all manner of misfit mutant monsters to take down the heroes. When the dust settles after this rumble in the jungle, see who emerges victorious at the top of the food chain!

 

 

 

 

 

Catwoman #79

Writer: Torunn Grønbekk

Artists: Danilo Beyruth & Patricio Delpeche

Colorist: Patricio Delpeche

Letterer: Steve Wands

Cover Artists: Seba Fiumara, Frank Cho, Dan Panosian, Gabriele Dell’Otto & Cathy Kwan

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/ $4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

A thrilling new year of Catwoman begins here!

 

Selina Kyle is on the hunt for a precious item from her childhood connected to her mother. But when she tracks down its whereabouts, it leads her to…a mysterious auction in Venice being held by a dangerous secret society! Will Catwoman successfully steal a piece of her history, or has the feline fatale finally bitten off more than she can chew?

 

 

 

 

 

Batman And Robin: Year One #11

Writers: Mark Waid & Chris Samnee

Artist: Chris Samnee

Colorist: Matheus Lopes

Letterers: Clayton Cowles & Chris Samnee

Cover Artists: Chris Samnee & Matheus Lopes; Leonardo Romero; Chris Sprouse, Karl Story & Dave McCaig; Ty Templeton

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Series Length: 12 Issues

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Don’t miss the penultimate issue of Mark Waid and Chris Samnee’s epic story!

 

The war over Gotham reaches the doorstep of Wayne Manor as Dick Grayson is ripped from Bruce and Alfred after fake evidence shows their care is unsafe for the young ward. It’ll take both Bruce and Batman to save Dick Grayson and the future of Gotham City!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Absolute Flash #7

Writer: Jeff Lemire

Artist: Travis Moore

Colorist: Adriano Lucas

Letterer: Tom Napolitano

Cover Artists: Nick Robles, Inhyuk Lee, Tirso & Christian Ward

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $4.99/$5.99 Card Stock

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

The Rogues are closing in!

 

Wally’s desperate for some food, but when his efforts to eat land him in hot water, will the Rogues finally get their hands on the intrepid speedster?

 

 

 

 

 

 

Justice League Red #2

Writer: Saladin Ahmed

Artist: Clayton Henry

Colorist: Arif Prianto

Letterer: Bernardo Brice

Cover Artists: Clayton Henry & Marcelo Maiolo; Jorge Fornés; Mark Spears

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

An innocent life hangs in the balance!

 

Red Tornado conscripts Cyborg, but after his first mission, Vic, Green Lantern, and Power Girl aren’t ready to team up unless it’s to shut Reddy down. But RT can’t let anyone step out of line—to stop the future his analyses predict, he’s willing to leverage the one bargaining chip heroes can’t ignore.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #43

Writer: Mark Waid

Artists: Adrián Gutiérrez & Sean Izaakse

Colorist: Matt Herms

Letterer: Steve Wands

Cover Artists: Dan Mora, Dustin Nguyen; Adrián Gutiérrez & Matt Herms; Mark Spears; James Harren

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Bizarro World on the brink!

 

As Bizarro World continues to change and morph, Superman and Batman find themselves at war with one another. With the universe at stake, they have to decide the question: Are Bizarros beings with no life of their own, or are they worthy of salvation? The answer may surprise you!

 

Thanks to DC Comics for sharing these previews with us. 

Little Visitor & Other Abductions Spotlight

 

These disturbing tales transport the reader into realms of science-fiction and horror. There's an otherworldly, yet recognizable aspect to these tales that will have you on the edge of your seat. The Black And White cartoon art invites you inside. But like the Hotel California, the highly detailed drawings won't let you leave! Long after you finish reading this trilogy of terror, you may find your mind returning to these stories, and wondering about the journeys they took you on.

Here's all the info from Oni Press: 

 

LITTLE VISITOR & OTHER ABDUCTIONS

WRITTEN BY ADAM SZYM ART BY ADAM SZYM COVER BY ADAM SZYM The cast and crew of an obscure film recount a tragedy that occurred during its doomed production. A young girl searches for her father in the darkness of the desert and stumbles upon an otherworldly cocktail party. Two strangers nurture violent thoughts in a bitter, lonely child as his village’s harvest festival nears. Connecting these three stories is one horrific theme . . . From cartoonist and illustrator Adam Szym comes a triptych of otherworldly science fiction horror stories about alien abduction and the negligence and malice that allows it to happen. Including the Ignatz Award–nominated A Cordial Invitation, Little Visitor, and a brand-new tale—Frolicker—this uncanny trilogy of graphic novellas is perfect for fans of The Twilight Zone, The X-Files, and all things beyond our understanding. ON SALE SEPTEMBER 24TH, 2025 | $33.99 | 168 PGS | HC   Thanks to Oni Press for sharing this announcement with us.

 

Miles Morales: Spider-Man #37 Review

 

Writer: Cody Ziglar

Artist: Luigi Zagaria

Colorist: Bryan Valenza

Letterer: Cory Petit

Cover Artists: Federico Vicentini & Neeraj Menon; Peach Momoko; Taurin Clarke; Gerardo Sandoval & Erick Arciniega

Designer: Jay Bowen

Editors: Kaitlyn Lindtvedt, Tom Groneman, Nick Lowe, & C B Cebulski

Publisher: Marvel

Price: $3.99

Release Date: August 27, 2025

 

Villains keep turning Miles’ life upside down and inside out. He has battled Rabble to protect his family, Agent Gao to avoid jail, Vulture to keep his girlfriend, and Varnae to retain his humanity. After helping his spider-god, Kwaku Anansi, settle an ancient dispute with angry Ares, Miles looks forward to chilling with his homies. Will life give Miles a breather? Or will it thrust Brooklyn's Spider-Man into his most demanding battle yet? Let's slip on our Wakandan spider suits, leap into Miles Morales: Spider-Man #37, and find out!

 

Story

After bidding goodbye to his brother, gamma-powered therapist, allies, Ares' teammates, and his delighted deity, Miles and Ganke walked home past Velour Vick’s Custom Jewelry & Haberdashery. Cody Ziglar begins his next chapter in Miles’ life that evening, as a security guard spots white animals scampering between the illuminated cases. The animals show a fondness for bling, and their barks ring like laughter in the guard’s ears.

 

When Miles snuck off to Wakanda with the Black Panther, Shift used his shapeshifting ability to impersonate Miles at Brooklyn Visions Academy. His clone-brother found holding Miles' shape stressful. The unfamiliar surroundings and being among so many people didn't help. Ganke noticed Miles stressin' in the boys' room. But when Shift explained why he was being Miles' body double, Ganke helped him through the experience (and introduced him to the wonders of the cafeteria). 

 

Even though they didn't realize what was going on, Miles' other friends eased Shift's distress. Miles has a lot to thank them for, as they helped Shift forge a new life as Jaime Morales in a school of his own. So, he’s overjoyed to share the afternoon with them in Miles Morales: Spider-Man #37. 

 

But Misty Knight has plans for Miles’ evening. Once again, she reminds him of his position in their relationship and quotes her rules as readily as a Ferengi. But Miles doesn’t mind. He looks forward to assisting her. Unlike his battles with the Hobgoblin, vampires, Deadpool & Daughter LLC, and gods, Misty gives Miles a chance to do something fun while protecting his borough. Yet his action-packed detecting will introduce new combatants who challenge him in unexpected ways.

 

Art

Miles and his friends may not wear bespoke haberdashery. But through their similar attire and shared activity, Luigi Zagaria strengthens Miles’ bond with his friends. As he hangs out on the court, jogs while transforming into Spider-Man, and thwips into Misty's rebuilt garage, Miles looks more at ease than at any time since he started seeking therapy. A consultation over a map keeps the investigation low-key, in contrast to earlier planning sessions involving higher stakes and holographic displays. A dramatic upshot of Misty evokes her prior team-up with Manhattan’s Spider-Man. But this time, the Lizard doesn’t join the team, and Miles takes point as they pursue their mission plan.

 

While Luigi Zagaria delivers the action with panel-packed pages, splash pages, and cross-page horizontal layouts, Bryan Valenza paints day scenes with the hum and vitality of everyday life in New York. Miles shines in his Wakandan red, black, and purple suit, while Misty's red outfit illustrates the bond between them. As darkness falls, and the yellow/orange interior lights make the building windows shine, Miles transforms into transparent white and blues. The suit’s color change links with what his enhanced spider-sense helps him see. But nothing glows quite like their adversaries’ animals in Miles Morales: Spider-Man #37.

 

Cory Petit portrays Human speech and animal utterances with black uppercase letters in white dialogue balloons. He shares Miles’ thoughts with white letters in red narrative boxes. The letters grow bold for intonation, enlarge for raised voices, and never shrink. Black letters in yellow boxes provide translations and footnotes. As changing situations prompt a request for assistance, sound effects help us sense music, hear gunfire, feel a brutal impact, and witness greatness in Miles Morales: Spider-Man #37. Thanks to Marvel Comics for providing a review copy. 

 

Final Thoughts

Miles is feeling tight after surviving Ares' Agon. The way Kwaku Anansi repaired his beloved Brooklyn was da bomb. But while a savage Spider-Man stalks the night in Manhattan, sending Shocker's Aftershocks to the ICU, more aftereffects from the Gang War threaten Brooklyn in Miles Morales: Spider-Man #37. 

 

Rating 9.8/10

To look inside see my review at Comic Book Dispatch.

Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1 Review

 

Writer: Matt Hotson

Artist: Juan Gedeon

Colorist: Carlos Cabrera

Letterer: Jeff Powell

Cover Artists: Juan Gedeon; Andrew Krahnke; Joe Palmer; Gavin Smith; Patrick Spaziante; Ryan Brown & Steve Lavigne

Editor: Karl Bollers

Designer: Winston Gambro

Publisher: Oni Press

Price: $4.99

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

When a series of kidnappings rocks Cowtown, Cowpital City sends help. But as Marshall Moo Montana steps off the train, he finds more trouble than he was looking for. Mayor Bulloney’s announcement of a tax hike hasn’t gone down like a cold glass of Lily Bovine's Sarsaparilla. But the Mayor appeases the crowd by pointing out Moo and promising that the Marshall will capture the kidnapper. Can Marshall Moo Montana find the kidnapped populace? And what dirty swine is abducting the good folks of Cowtown? Let's pull on our boots, leap into Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1, and see!

 

Story

Mayor Bulloney may have greeted Marshall Moo Montana with a smile. But when they reach the Sheriff’s office, he confides that he didn’t request help. Instead, the authorities in Cowpital City imposed Moo on him. Nor does Deputy Terrorbull want Moo there. In the Sheriff’s absence, Terrorbull wants to take charge. Moo urges Bulloney and Terrorbull to remain calm while they investigate the mysterious disappearances.

 

Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1 reveals the history of Moo Mesa. Matt Hotson explains how some of the animals roaming wild and free in the Grand Cownyon gained intelligence, while others did not. Moreover, it reveals how Moo Montana became the calm, thoughtful Marshal he is today. The debut issue introduces a host of colorful characters, including Lily Bovine, Cody Calf, Jack Rabbit, and Buffalo Bill. It also portrays differing approaches to leadership and how those who seek power may wield it unwisely.

 

Marshall Moo Montana faces a difficult task in Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1. He will face a superior adversary. Yet perhaps the most onerous aspect of the case is how personal it is for him. Not only does he know one of the kidnapping victims, but she also helped him become the Marshall he is today. And as Moo investigates her disappearance, he must work alongside Deputy Terrorbull, who reminds him of a time when he was fueled by bluster and anxious for recognition of his importance.

 

Art

A giant bovine, carved by either the elements or by hooves, rises amid a red rock canyon. While Moo Montana sets cans atop a wooden beam, Sheriff Marey Quine leans against the fence. Moo looks sullen while Marey smiles. But her features grow stern as she whips out her golden gun and shoots. As Juan Gedeon reduces the pair to silhouettes, a ram drives his frightened donkey to the breaking point. But it's his wooden wagon that breaks after it somersaults. And the spinning objects that hurtled after it become rascally armadillos wielding red revolvers.

 

Moo Montana reclines in the plush, upholstered cabin as the train pulls into Cowtown. After debarking to collect his horse, Moo strides through the dirt street between brown, wood-frame buildings. The Marshal’s orange slacks and green shirt show off his muscles. His blonde hair peeks out from his brown hat as a mouse hands him a newspaper. Carlos Cabrera applies a loaded palette of vibrant colors to Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1. Yet the longhorn Deputy’s muscular hide glows like a red-hot poker, as Terrorbull stands atop a wooden platform. Beside him, the well-dressed Mayor clutches a megaphone.

 

Amid battles, high-speed pursuits, rabblerousing, and tense confrontations, Jeff Powell fills white balloons with black, uppercase dialogue. The words grow bold for intonation, and balloon shapes grow spiky with intensity. While sound effects accompany snoozing, train whistles blowing, and bovine escapades, a newspaper headline turns Moo’s first day in Cowtown into a rude awakening. Thanks to Oni Press for providing a review copy.

 

Final Thoughts

Everyone needs rules to live by. For Marshall Moo Montana, it's the Code of the West. He understands the high spirits that drive people to take the law into their hands. A society that protects the downtrodden and fosters fairness requires a cool head and an adherence to the Code. That's what he'll try to communicate to the citizens of Cowtown, as Marshall Moo Montana searches for his missing mentor in Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1.

 

Rating 9.8/10

 

For more covers and a look inside see my preview of Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa #1. 

Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #43 Preview

 

Everyone regards a problem differently. While our individuality fosters diversity, it also creates conflict. Everyone knows what's wrong with the world. But nobody agrees on the same problem, let alone a solution to fixing our troubled world.

On Bizarro World, things are a little different. A dimensional vortex opened in the Fortress of Solitude and hurled Superman, Batman, and Robin there. Robin got more than a little shaken up, as he didn't see it coming. Along with Superman and Batman, he discovers that a virus is making everyone on Bizarro World think "right" for a change. Robin wonders if maybe that's a good thing. But it's not his world that is being ravaged by a mind-altering pandemic.

Here's all the info from DC Connect:

Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #43

Writer: Mark Waid

Artists: Adrián Gutiérrez & Sean Izaakse

Colorist: Matt Herms

Letterer: Steve Wands

Cover Artists: Dan Mora, Dustin Nguyen; Adrián Gutiérrez & Matt Herms; Mark Spears; James Harren

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

Bizarro World on the brink!

 

As Bizarro World continues to change and morph, Superman and Batman find themselves at war with one another. With the universe at stake, they have to decide the question: Are Bizarros beings with no life of their own, or are they worthy of salvation? The answer may surprise you!

Now, let's take a look inside:

Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

Justice League Red #2 Preview

 

Isaac Asimov's First Law of Robotics ensures that robots don't injure a Human. Nor can they, through inaction, allow us to suffer harm. At least, that's the ideal. Red Tornado wishes to live up to Asimov's highest standard. To do that, the android calculates the potential consequences of the Justice League's actions. Red Tornado is not happy with what he envisions for Earth. But can anyone guess the future? And can anyone seek to change it without unleashing a cataclysmic paradox?

Here's all the info from DC Connect:

Justice League Red #2

Writer: Saladin Ahmed

Artist: Clayton Henry

Colorist: Arif Prianto

Letterer: Bernardo Brice

Cover Artists: Clayton Henry & Marcelo Maiolo; Jorge Fornés; Mark Spears

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Release Date: September 17, 2025

 

An innocent life hangs in the balance!

 

Red Tornado conscripts Cyborg, but after his first mission, Vic, Green Lantern, and Power Girl aren’t ready to team up unless it’s to shut Reddy down. But RT can’t let anyone step out of line—to stop the future his analyses predict, he’s willing to leverage the one bargaining chip heroes can’t ignore.

Now, let's take a look inside:

 

Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

Spider-Girl #3 Review

 

Writer: Torunn Grønbekk

Artist: André Risso

Colorist: Java Tartaglia

Letterer: Joe Caramagna

Designer: Stacie Zucker

Editors: Kaitlyn Lindtvedt, Nick Lowe & CB Cebulski

Cover Artists: David Nakayama; Javier Garrón & Jesus Aburtov; Annie Wu; Jan Bazaldua & Federico Blee

Publisher: Marvel

Price: $3.99

Release Date: August 20, 2025

 

When Bullseye recruited her, he turned Makawalu Akana’s life upside down. Maka left Hawaii to travel the world in Bullseye’s private jet. While helping her hone her abilities and grooming her for a career, her mentor helped her compete in contests, rack up victories, and collect trophies. Then Maka realized she was a means to an end. After Bullseye secured what he wanted, her kumu aʻo planned to kill her. 

 

So Maka is starting over. She’s trying to make friends, help others, and do the right thing. But someone sent a plague of Vermin and rats to kill her. Then Lady Bullseye attacked her before leaving her with stolen money. Will Maka fail Superhero Ethics 101? And who else will threaten her life? Let’s leap into Spider-Girl #3, and see, Brah!

 

Story

When she looked inside Bullseye's mind, Maka saw only love. His betrayal makes her question everything. Rebuilding her life around her family helps Maka realize how much her mother has sacrificed for her. Maka's aunt and tūtū may do fine, but her mother spends most of her time working. They can’t afford an apartment in New York City. So as Maka sits in their room above the florist shop, she debates keeping the money from Starchy & Cloth. Doesn't her mom need it more than a money launderer with the morals of a potato? 

 

Investing in her family means reconnecting with her Hawaiian heritage. Maka is also forging a friendship with the girl she found hiding in the locker room at Red Snow Dojo. Caroline and Sensei Barker's other students made Beba feel small. As Maka helps Beba feel wanted and empowered, her new friend shares her heritage with Maka in Spider-Girl #3. The camaraderie helps Maka relax with someone her age. Plus, she doesn't have to worry about Beba stabbing her in the back, imbuing her with more life-changing powers, or punching her to the moon. 

 

A string of robberies provides another topic for levity on their outing. But as Maka makes the most of her mom's evenings at work to foil crime, a burglar steals luxury goods and leaves an origami figure at the scene of her crimes. Like Maka, Piper Dali is doing what she thinks is right. The Flipstergram fashionista teaches store owners to respect others. As Torunn Grønbekk places Maka in another dangerous situation, she compares Maka's new approach with her former worldview. But the Paper Doll's attacks could prove more deadly than Lady Bullseye's sword in Spider-Girl #3.

 

 

Art

André Risso reveals the energy humming inside Maka. The Hawaiian cliff diving champion tosses a ball while awaiting crimes at night. She hurries down the stairs when she overhears Beba, grabs her by the hand, and yanks her out of the florist shop. Maka thwips above the running laundry store thieves to avoid the gangsters protecting Starchy & Cloth. Then, she webs "Dim and Dumb" and hauls them to a roof. Despite all the girl’s energy, Maka sits on her bed to contemplate her options, then leaves her section of the room to sink into her mother’s arms.

 

Amid the thieves’ attire, the rooftop she drops them on, the shop windows the next day, and Lady Bullseye’s appearance, gray forms a theme in Spider-Girl #3. Even Dr Tramma’s bright green suit shows gray accents, and Detective Shari Sebbins wears a gray suit. This mixture of white and black amid the brightly colored world of New York City underlines Maka’s moral quandary. 

By comparison, Dr Tramma floods Hijack's cell with light. As Hijack rests between punishing trials, or his eyes crackle with white energy, the yellow light evokes the sun's life-giving radiance as his captor increases his mutant powers. 

 

Joe Caramagna fills Maka’s latest adventure with uppercase black letters in white dialogue balloons and shows the Hawaiian’s thoughts with red letters in white narrative boxes. The words grow bold for intonation, swell for raised voices, and rarely shrink. Yellow narrative boxes relay the narrator’s voice, while purple words in lavender balloons reveal Piper’s inner self. Lowercase black letters in white rounded boxes highlight the fleeting joys of fame. Sound effects accompany gunfire, alarms, arcing electricity, and the deadliest cut of all. Thanks to Marvel for providing a review copy.

 

Final Thoughts

When the Yakuza captured her, Bullseye inspired Maki Matsumoto to escape her captors. But Lady Bullseye knows that her lifestyle is not for everyone. After escaping a life of servitude and abuse, Lady Bullseye doesn’t want anyone to make Maka their pawn. But Maka’s unique ability to mimic others' abilities makes her an irresistible tool for villains in Spider-Girl #3.

 

Rating 9.6/10

To look inside see my review at Comic Book Dispatch.