Welcome, Wednesday Warriors
This week’s comics invite us into battles of wit and will, with worlds spiraling toward chaos, truth unraveling faster than a cheap sweater, and our favorite heroes facing crises both cosmic and close to home. Each title is a doorway, its hinges creaking ominously, daring us to step inside. Let’s open them, one by one.
Ultimate Spider-Man #11
Marvel Comics
Writer: Jonathan Hickman
Artist: David Messina
Release Date: November 20, 2024
Price: $4.99
Jonathan Hickman’s Ultimate Spider-Man continues to spin a tale as sticky and intricate as Peter Parker’s webs. In this issue, Parker finds himself entangled with a cunning new Black Cat who challenges him with both claws and charm. Hickman layers the story with sharp dialogue and quiet moments that cut deeper than any punch.
David Messina’s art crackles with energy, capturing Peter’s scrappy determination and the city’s gritty heartbeat. The action sequences are frenetic, almost cinematic, yet Messina knows when to pause, letting emotions bleed through in subtle expressions. This isn’t just Spider-Man punching bad guys—it’s Peter Parker grappling with identity, power, and what it means to be a hero.
Batman / Superman: World’s Finest #33
DC Comics
Writer: Mark Waid
Artist: Adrián Gutiérrez
Release Date: November 20, 2024
Price: $3.99
Mark Waid understands Batman and Superman better than anyone, and this issue shows why their bond remains legendary. Eclipso lurks in the shadows, forcing Gotham’s brooding detective and Metropolis’s hopeful alien to face each other as much as the enemy.
Adrián Gutiérrez’s art is kinetic, weaving moments of bombastic action with eerie, almost claustrophobic tension. His Eclipso isn’t just a villain—he’s a force, an ominous whisper in a dark room. The interplay between Batman’s cold logic and Superman’s steadfast morality sparks here, reminding us why this partnership is so enduring.
Action Comics #1076
DC Comics
Writer: Mark Waid
Artist: Clayton Henry
Release Date: November 20, 2024
Price: $4.99
In Action Comics #1076, Superman’s strength is tested not by a world-ending threat but by the quiet weight of choices no one else could bear. Mark Waid crafts a story that feels personal, even with the stakes towering high above. Clark Kent’s humanity is his superpower, and here it’s on full display as he faces a decision that could shake his core beliefs.
Clayton Henry’s art enhances every scene, from the powerful stillness of Superman hovering in the sky to the vulnerability etched on Clark’s face in moments of doubt. This issue reminds us that Superman doesn’t just save the day—he saves the soul.
Wonder Woman #15
DC Comics
Writer: Tom King
Artist: Daniel Sampere
Release Date: November 20, 2024
Price: $4.99
Tom King has given Diana Prince a voice that’s equal parts warrior and diplomat. In this issue, Wonder Woman must navigate the echoes of her Amazonian lineage while confronting a modern menace that tests her compassion and restraint.
Daniel Sampere’s art feels almost mythic, with panels that radiate power and grace. The contrast between Themyscira’s timeless beauty and the chaos of the outside world is striking, but it’s Diana’s presence that commands every page. Whether she’s deflecting bullets or standing still in quiet defiance, this Wonder Woman is unforgettable.
Honorable Mention: The Department of Truth #27
Image Comics
Writer: James Tynion IV
Artist: Alison Sampson
Release Date: November 20, 2024
Price: $3.99
James Tynion IV’s The Department of Truth is a descent into madness, and Alison Sampson’s artwork makes it beautiful. Issue #27 explores how lies can reshape reality, and each page feels like a puzzle missing a crucial piece.
Sampson’s illustrations don’t just support the story; they’re an integral part of it, creating an atmosphere that is equal parts unnerving and hypnotic. This series doesn’t offer answers—it questions everything, leaving you to untangle the threads long after you’ve closed the book.
Last Looks
This week’s comics are more than stories—they’re challenges. They push us to think, to feel, and to question. Pick up one, or pick up all, and prepare for a journey that only the medium of comics can deliver. Until next Wednesday, stay tuned…
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