Saturday, December 20, 2025

The Flash #28--All Fight Month Round Six Preview

 

 

When Bart Allen sought victory over Darkseid by changing the past, Wally West pursued him through time. But Darkseid got there first, forcing Bart and Wally to fight the Legion of Darkseid. Like Bart, Wally West discovered that Darkseid had also changed the Speed Force into Omega Speed. Now, as Wally races Back to the Future to help Bart, he also believes that Bart's grandfather Barry is in danger. 

Like Maverick and Goose, Wally and Bart feel the need for speed. So, another speedster must represent the Flash community at the center of the Earth. But does Jay Garrick have what it takes to defeat Guy Gardner? And why are Jay and Guy both fighting mad?

Here's all the info from DC Connect: 


The Flash #28--All Fight Month Round Six

Writers: Mark Waid & Christopher Cantwell

Artist: Vasco Georgiev

Cover Artists: Dan Mora, Eric Canete, Serg Acuña, Ethan Young & Lucas Meyer

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: December 24, 2025

 

DC K.O. All Fight Month, round 6 of 8! It’s the match you never saw coming!

 

 

Now, let's take a look inside:

 

 


 

 




Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

Justice League Vs Godzilla Vs Kong 2 #6 Preview

 


King Kong fought alongside the Justice League. But now, the heroes have lost their awesome ally. Kong has fallen into the Hollow Earth. Can the heroes find Kong before Colonel Shaw and Lex Luthor? Who will use the Titanizing serum next? And will Harley Quinn start beating Batman with her mallet again?

Here's all the info from DC Connect: 

 

Justice League Vs Godzilla Vs Kong 2 #6

Writer: Brian Buccellato

Artist: Christian Duce

Cover Artists: Christian Duce, Carlo Pagulayan, Alan Quah & Kevin Maguire

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: December 24, 2025

 

All roads lead back to Skull Island!

 

The Justice League mobilizes for the final showdown while King Ghidorah, Rodan, Scylla, and Behemoth make their moves. Meanwhile, down in Hollow Earth, Kong must face off against a Titanized…Chetah?

 

 

Now, let's take a look inside:

 

 


 

 


 


Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.


Omega Kids #2 Review

 


Writer: Tony Fleecs

Artist: Andrés Genolet

Colorist: Fer Sifuentes-Sujo

Letterer: Travis Lanham

Cover Artists: Rod Reis; Chad Hardin & Israel Silva; Carlo Pagulayan, Jazon Paz & Rain Beredo; Federico Vicentini & Matt Milla

Publisher: Marvel Comics

Price: $3.99

Release Date: November 19, 2025

 

The X-Men fought for Mutant equality. But no matter how hard they tried, the X-Men failed to stamp out prejudice, repression, and persecution. So, Doug Ramsey, aka Revelation, unleashed a virus that killed Humans or turned them into Mutants.

 

Revelation has created a Mutant paradise in the former United States. But pockets of resistance still linger. Terrorists and assassins attempt to kill the Mutants’ glorious leader. Revelation can strip dissidents of their ability to communicate. But how does he control his growing territory as the X-Virus spreads across the former United States? And how does Revelation nip trouble in the bud before it can bite him? Let’s leap into Omega Kids #2 and see!

 

Story

Once, Quentin Quire was one of Professor Xavier's brightest students. Now, he leads a surveillance network for Revelation. Quentin has Omega Kids stationed throughout the Revelation Territories. When the young psychics observe dissidents, protestors, and fugitives, they can report their findings to him. But within his vast network, Quentin personally oversees his Elite team. Curtis Terrell Jr, Nell Widows, and Ayla Bozkurt are teenagers. Bailey Quinn is only eight years old. Yet these kids help him prevent uprisings in Revelation’s capital city.

 

In Omega Kids #2, Quentin urges his team to find insurgents in a Philadelphia suburb. While they can kill rebels and terrorists with a thought, the kids can also edit people's memories to keep them out of trouble. But Quentin urges them to carefully assess each subject before rushing to judgment.

 


 

 

Quentin drives his top team hard. He is awed by their potential. But Quentin wishes he were closer to them. And he knows they are as capable of inflicting needless suffering and death as they are of safeguarding Revelation. Sadly, Quentin thinks he can have it both ways in Tony Fleecs’s story. Quentin believes he can employ classical and operant conditioning techniques to transform children into soldiers while maintaining a healthy parental relationship.

 

While the kids constantly signal that they don't share his views, Quentin struggles to close the distance to them. What Quentin doesn't realize in Omega Kids #2 is that the children have turned his strengths against him. Quentin may believe that the kids are all right. But Curtis Terrell Jr, Nell Widows, Ayla Bozkurt, and Bailey Quinn insist, “This is my generation.”

 


 

 

Art

Curtis Terrell Jr is an insecure redhead. Nell Widows has blue hair and horns. Ayla Bozkurt wears teal gloves, a turtleneck, and a light-green bandana in her dark hair. Even though skin covers her eyes, she frequently smiles. Bailey Quinn may be 8 years old, but the blonde radiates confidence and leadership. All wear black jackets bearing a lavender omega symbol. Fer Sifuentes-Sujo lavishes a loaded palette on "Doug's Green Hell," as Quentin calls it. But lavender dominates scenes. The children turn lavender in their astral forms and relax in their lavender refuge. Lavender smoke lingers after their attacks.

 

Bailey and her friends relax on a peaceful hillside beneath a sky filled with mathematical equations and symbols. The residents of Beverly, Massachusetts, may chafe at Carol Danvers' leadership as their shielded town falls into disrepair in the Binary series. But like Republic City after Korra allows the spirit world to mingle with her own, trees, vines, and plants climb walls and push through streets. When the children place their hands against their heads, Andrés Genolet shows their target’s thoughts and memories. An absent loved one takes on a ghost-like appearance. But when they rush to judgment, a familiar symbol rises in Omega Kids #2.

 

Travis Lanham places black uppercase letters in white dialogue balloons. Quentin's team shares their thoughts via clouds and wavy arrows. White letters in black boxes identify people and places. The words grow bold for inflection and swell for raised voices, while sound effects heighten attacks. Yet as Quentin affects his affable charm and struggles to contain his impatience, his T-shirt bears the inscription, "Magneto was weak." Thanks to Marvel Comics for providing a review copy.

 


 

 

Final Thoughts

Quentin Quinn can create a universe with his mind. But as he tries to instill his values in his students, they hide their thoughts and feelings from him. The children express these in their secret place, a construct of their own making. And while he tries to squash rebellions before they start, Quentin doesn't realize that one is brewing in his inner circle in Omega Kids #2.

 

Rating 9.8/10

 

To look inside see my review at Comic Book Dispatch




Friday, December 19, 2025

Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman #6 Preview

 

 

Elizabeth Marston Prince has a destiny to fulfill. But first, she must correct the errors of her past. An act of ill-judged compassion for her younger self created a paradox, turning her "brothers" Damian Wayne and Jon Kent into Corgis. As three aspects of Lizzie hunt down Bat-Corgi and Super-Corgi, they make some some surprising discoveries. Still, if they can't rectify their actions, Robin and Superboy will be relegated to the Bat- and Super-doghouse. Can Wonder Robin, Wonder Girl and Trinity put time back on the proper course again? Or, as in Back to the Future, might the three Lizzies improve their reality? 

Here's all the info from DC Connect:

 

Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman #6

Writer: Tom King

Artist: Belén Ortega

Cover Artists: Belén Ortega, Julian Totino Tedesco, Bruno Redondo & Haining

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 32 Pages

Series Length: 6 Issues

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: December 24, 2025

 

The Fateful Finale!

 

The final corgi has been located, and Trinity follows it to the events right before Steve Trevor’s death! As the Sovereign looms, Trinity races to set the timeline right and spend precious moments with her father. Could their time together in the past hold the key to bringing Steve back? Don’t miss the young hero’s greatest challenge as we conclude this thrilling tale!

 

 

Now, let's take a look inside:

 

 


 


 


 


Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

Biker Mice From Mars #7 Cover Preview

 

 

When Lectromag abducted Dr Hawwki, the Biker Mice followed them. They needed Dr Hawwki's help to save their planet from the Plutarkians. Instead, an alien race of hunters captured them. And unlike the Rolling Stones (Robert Heinlein's spacefaring family, not Mick and the boys), Vinnie, Modo, and Throttle didn't bring their bikes. While the motorcycle gods smile on them, cruel fate parts them. But then, as RATT sang, Nobody rides for free. Can the Biker Mice get the band back together? And what friends and foes will they encounter next?

Here's all the info from Oni Press:

 

BIKER MICE FROM MARS #7 (ONGOING)

WRITTEN BY MATT HOTSON

ART BY JORDI TARRAGONA

COVER A BY EDU SOUZA

COVER B (HANDBOOK) BY DOTUN AKANDE

VARIANT COVER (1:10) BY JORDI TARRAGONA

FULL ART VARIANT (1:20) BY JORDI TARRAGONA


Vinnie cuts loose in his own solo adventure—“Stranded on Symbion”!


Catapulted halfway across the Nacelleverse by the destroyed hyperdrive of the Stalkers’ mothership, the most easygoing Biker Mice member now finds himself marooned on the war-torn world of Symbion—home of the insectoid warriors known as the Sectaurs!


Take a wild detour into a brand-new corner of the Nacelleverse as two legendary properties collide in a high-octane one-off tale by writer extraordinaire Matt Hotson (Power Rangers: The Return) and artistic sensation Jordi Tarragona (Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps)!


ON SALE DECEMBER 24, 2025 | $4.99 | 32 PGS. | FC

 

 

Here are other cover options:

 

 

COVER B (HANDBOOK) BY DOTUN AKANDE

 

 

VARIANT COVER (1:10) BY JORDI TARRAGONA

 

FULL ART VARIANT (1:20) BY JORDI TARRAGONA

 

Thanks to Oni Press and Superfan Promotions for sharing this cover preview with us.

 

Somali and the Forest Spirit Vol 4 Preview

 

 

Earth looks much different in the future. Forests dominate the land. Animals gained intelligence, but didn't get along with their fellow Humans. As in the Planet of the Apes, Humans are the minority species. The best they can hope for is to be slaves. 

When a mechanical golem finds a Human child bound and abandoned, it leaves the forest that it protects and takes her on a journey across their world. Can the golem help Somali find her parents? And what dangers and marvels will they encounter along the way?

Here's all the info from Titan Manga:

 

SOMALI AND THE FOREST SPIRIT VOL. 4

Author/Artist: Yako Gureishi

Publisher: Titan Manga

SC, 176pp, B&W, $12.99

ISBN: 9781787743656

On sale: December 23, 2025

 

"Top 10 Must Read Manga of 2024" - Publishers Weekly

 

Explore a heartwarming journey in this cozy fantasy manga, where a father and his adopted daughter embark on magical adventures in a richly imagined world. From the eponymous Crunchyroll anime and set in a world where humanity has been hunted to near extinction.

 

In Somali and the Forest Spirit Volume 4, the heartwarming journey of Somali and her Golem father continues as they venture deeper into the Edgelands in search of other humans. This volume introduces enchanting new encounters and settings, including a delightful evening of baking in a woodpecker’s cozy cabin and a memorable reunion in Chompers' Row. Each step in their adventure not only brings them closer to their goal but also deepens their bond.

 

Fans of rich fantasy worlds will be captivated by the unique setting, filled with magic, spirits, witches, and Oni. The father-daughter dynamic central to the story will resonate with those who appreciate emotional narratives akin to The Last of Us and The Mandalorian. As the fourth installment in this six-part series, this volume continues to build on the captivating tale of a lost human girl and her devoted golem guardian.

 

Somali and the Forest Spirit is a perfect complement to the hit 12-episode anime on Crunchyroll, offering additional depth and charm that fans will love. Yako Gureishi’s signature blend of wonder and whimsy shines through in both the story and artwork, making this a must-read for fans of fantasy and heartfelt adventures.

 

 

Now, let's take a look inside:

 

 


 

 


 







 

Pre-order now from Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books A Million, and Forbidden Planet for the UK & Europe. 

 

 

To see how this series began, see my review of Somali and the Forest Spirit Vol 1.

 

Thanks to Titan Manga for sharing this preview with us. 

 

 

 

Wonder Woman #28 Review

 



Writer: Tom King

Artist: Daniel Sampere & Jorge Fornés

Colorist: Tomeu Morey

Letterer: Clayton Cowles

Cover Artists: Daniel Sampere & Tomeu Morey; David Nakayama; Homare; Greg Smallwood

Editors: Marquis Draper & Brittany Holzherr

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $4.99

Release Date: December 17, 2025

 

As Wonder Woman invaded Mouse Man's palace, a mouse squad attacked her friends in the woods. They captured her friend Etta Candy, Emelie's daughter, and Diana's baby. But when Emelie fought back, they killed her. The Mouse Man thought he had won. He thought he could turn Emelie's death into a burden of guilt. The Mouse Man believed he could use Diana's friend and the children as leverage to control her. His minions may preach that "Mouse Man keeps us safe from harm." But Diana watched him feed his loyal subjects to giant mice to prevent people from supporting her.

 

Tired of how his false philosophy polluted the air, Diana hurled Mouse Man through the castle walls until she could breathe freely once more. Has Diana brought freedom to Moray Island? And, if so, how will her experiences there change her? Let’s grab our lassos, leap into Wonder Woman #28, and see!

 

Story

The cat leader defied the Mouse Man and aided Wonder Woman. Now, as Diana speaks with the Mouse Man in a hospital room, the cat leader addresses the nation. The young woman assures her people that the darkness has passed, and they will walk into a new day together. Diana also tells the pink-haired mouse girl that she lives in a new age. Freedom means making mistakes as you search for your own truth.

 

In Wonder Woman #28, Superman visits Moray Island. Superman assures a frightened man that he works for him. But for Diana, he arrives too late. Worse, Superman tried to prevent Diana from rescuing her friend Etta Candy. Superman thought the rules of the world superseded what was right. As Diana looks back on her past, she remembers how the Sovereign used laws to hurt her Amazon sisters who followed her to the outside world. And perhaps she reflects on her childhood desire to leave Themyscira.

 

In his finale to “The Island of Mice and Men,” Tom King muses on how we move forward when we encounter difficulties. The Mouse Man sought to defend his citizens from preying on each other. Like the Sovereign, he created a script for the people of Moray Island to follow. That fiction shattered the pink-haired girl’s family and cost a young Themysciran her mother. We don’t know what the girl will endure by growing up without Emelie. But in Wonder Woman #28, we see the woman she has become and the script she crafts to enthrall her supporters.

 

Art

As Daniel Sampere and Jorge Fornés show the cat leader on TV, a man cries as he clutches his daughter's hand. A truck driver raises his hands to emulate mouse ears when Superman descends from the sky. The giant mice tied to the front of his truck lie sleeping, a symbol of Moray Island’s dependence on their former leader. Diana casually removes and returns a bracelet to her wrist as he addresses Mouse Man, chained to a hospital bed. His upper incisors remind us of how he merged with his mice.

 

Like the ears of the mouse beneath the family’s pink couch, pink tinges the cat-girl’s broadcast, linking her and the family with the mouse girl who befriended Diana. As Tomeu Morey adorns contemporary events on Moray Island with a loaded palette, a black, white, and gold figure strides before a beige and gray background. Red forms a powerful accent color until another color fills the panel, signaling her otherworldly supremacy in Wonder Woman #28.

 

Clayton Cowles fills white dialogue balloons and narrative boxes with black uppercase letters. The words grow bold for intonation, swell for raised voices, and rarely shrink. Sound effects highlight battles, while giant red and blue dialogue showcases Diana’s compassion. Thanks to DC Comics for providing a review copy.

 

Final Thoughts

Etta Candy befriended Diana when she left Themyscira. Steve Trevor's love completed her. Then the world watched while the Sovereign rounded up and killed her sisters. The Justice League stood by when the Mouse Man captured Candy. Steve's death threatened to slay her until Diana poured all her love and grief into Elizabeth. Diana has spent too long fighting against the stories that sway the masses and turn people into monsters. So, Diana seeks truth in introspective beauty in Wonder Woman #28.

 

Rating 9.6/10

 

To look inside see my preview of Wonder Woman #28


Thursday, December 18, 2025

Toxic Crusaders #3 Preview

 

 

The Toxic Avenger will take on the world single-handed (and single-mopped) if need be. But now he’s got help. After leading his black ops team, the Janitors, in successful missions across the planet, Major Disaster gives Toxie and his teammates guidance. They’re taking on alien invaders. The Toxic Crusaders refuse to let the Smogulans overturn the US economy. What danger awaits them next? And will No-Zone and Fungirl make their relationship public on social media?

Here's all the info from Ahoy Comics:


TOXIC CRUSADERS #3 (of 5)

Writer: Matt Bors 

Artist: Tristan Wright

Cover Artists: Tristan Wright & Molly Stanard 

Cover A: Tristan Wright

Cover B: Molly Stanard

Publisher: Ahoy Comics 

Price: $4.99

Release Date: December 24, 2025 


Continuing the all-new, 21st century adventures of the Toxic Avenger and his bizarre team. The villainous Mr. K turns three disgraced former police officers into hideous mutants! They will huff and puff and don't need a warrant to blow your house down! In other housing news, an eviction notice appears at Crusaders HQ! 


Now, let's take a look inside:
 
 

 
 

 




 
Thanks to Ahoy Comics and Superfan Promotions for sharing this preview with us.