Featured This Week Comics, Graphic Novels, & Toys for 2/16
Feb 13, 2022
Every week PREVIEWSworld calls attention to those comics, graphic novels, and toys which stand out from all the rest. These titles from Premier Vendors and independent publishers should be at the top of your list, and can be found at your local comic shop on February 16th!
See all the New Releases for February 16th here!
Comics
MARVEL COMICS
(W) Gerry Duggan (A) Javier Pina (CA) Pepe Larraz
M.O.D.O.K. TAKES AIM AT THE X-MEN!
The X-Men have faced a lot of foes in the past... but few have had a face as big as this one. DARE THEY FACE M.O.D.O.K.?
Rated T+
The X-Men have faced a lot of foes in the past... but few have had a face as big as this one. DARE THEY FACE M.O.D.O.K.?
Rated T+
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $3.99
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MARVEL COMICS
(W) Al Ewing (A/CA) Bryan Hitch
If you thought the first four issues of the latest volume of VENOM were crazy, all-out action, just wait till you get a load of this one! IN THIS ISSUE, Al Ewing returns to the pages of Venom - AND HE'S BROUGHT ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS WITH HIM!
Rated T+
Rated T+
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $3.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Sean Lewis (A) Javi Fernandez (CA) Bjorn Barends
Spawn returns to where his journey began: New York City. The city has always had the touch of filth in its streets, but now the rot has reached the boardroom of one of the largest hedge funds in the world.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $2.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Jeff Lemire (A/CA) Andrea Sorrentino
MINISERIES FINALE
The mind-bending conclusion to the exhilarating new series by JEFF LEMIRE and ANDREA SORRENTINO! Our animal astronauts make a final attempt to return to Earth as their allies on the ground fight desperately to guide them home.
The mind-bending conclusion to the exhilarating new series by JEFF LEMIRE and ANDREA SORRENTINO! Our animal astronauts make a final attempt to return to Earth as their allies on the ground fight desperately to guide them home.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $3.99
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DARK HORSE COMICS
(W) Mike Richardson (A/CA) Jordi Armengol
America's sole costumed crimefighter disappeared a quarter century ago, and investigator Jake Stevens is hired to discover why. But after two of Jake's interview subjects are murdered, with Jake the prime suspect, his last hope to find the truth may lie within the twisted mind of the masked hero's greatest nemesis-the deranged criminal known as the Lunatic!
o Written by Mike Richardson-creator of The Mask, producer of the Hellboy film franchise, and writer of the 47 Ronin graphic novel-and illustrated with gritty realism by Jordi Armengol.
o Written by Mike Richardson-creator of The Mask, producer of the Hellboy film franchise, and writer of the 47 Ronin graphic novel-and illustrated with gritty realism by Jordi Armengol.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $3.99
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Graphic Novels & Trade Paperbacks
MARVEL COMICS
(W) Jed MacKay (A) Alessandro Cappuccio (CA) Steve McNiven
His mission is justice! The mysterious Mr. Knight has opened his Midnight Mission, sheltering his people from the weird and horrible. The Moon Knight stalks the rooftops and alleys marked with his crescent moon tag, bringing violence to any who would harm his flock. While Khonshu languishes in prison, Marc Spector's sacred duty must still be observed: the protection of those who travel at night. But what happens when those he would save are turned into weapons against him? When gangs of elderly residents leave a trail of bizarre violence, Moon Knight must put his body, mind and very soul on the line to end the carnage! A mysterious foe attacks from an unexpected direction, an old friend comes to visit and Marc finds himself answering the same question over and over again: "Why do you wear the mask?" Collecting MOON KNIGHT (2021) #1-6.
Rated T+
Rated T+
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $17.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Scott Snyder, Charles Soule (A) Leonardo Marcello Grassi, Matt Wilson (A/CA) Giuseppe Camuncoli
The smash hit series by New York Times bestselling writers SCOTT SNYDER (Dark Nights: Death Metal, WYTCHES) and CHARLES SOULE (Star Wars, CURSE WORDS), with art by GIUSEPPE CAMUNCOLI (The Amazing Spider-Man, Darth Vader, Hellblazer), newcomer LEONARDO MARCELLO GRASSI, and Eisner Award-winning colorist MATT WILSON (THE WICKED + THE DIVINE, PAPER GIRLS) continues!
The journey through the transformed United States continues as our group of explorers ventures into the third Zone: POSSIBILITY, a region built on the endlessly evolving landscape of American creativity, from folklore to VR. The team will encounter bizarre transformations and amalgamations of the nation's greatest cultural achievements as they try to survive long enough to tell a story of their own.
Collects UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY #13-18
The journey through the transformed United States continues as our group of explorers ventures into the third Zone: POSSIBILITY, a region built on the endlessly evolving landscape of American creativity, from folklore to VR. The team will encounter bizarre transformations and amalgamations of the nation's greatest cultural achievements as they try to survive long enough to tell a story of their own.
Collects UNDISCOVERED COUNTRY #13-18
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $16.99
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(W) Mirka Andolfo (A/CA) Mirka Andolfo
Paprika is a successful New York businesswoman. She neglects her personal life and relationships in favor of pursuing her career. Her heart was broken by an old flame, and her rigid upbringing has made her introverted to a debilitating degree. Despite all this, she still wants a romantic relationship-she just doesn't know what she's doing. Not like Dill, the handsome delivery boy with an angelic attitude who's always surrounded by besotted women. He doesn't have a worry in the world, and that makes Paprika very nervous. But maybe he's the guy who can help her with her feelings-and with sex.
Bridget Jones's Diary meets Sex and the City with a pinch of The Devil Wears Prada in the new international hit by acclaimed creator MIRKA ANDOLFO (UNNATURAL, MERCY).
Collects MIRKA ANDOLFO'S SWEET PAPRIKA #1-6
Bridget Jones's Diary meets Sex and the City with a pinch of The Devil Wears Prada in the new international hit by acclaimed creator MIRKA ANDOLFO (UNNATURAL, MERCY).
Collects MIRKA ANDOLFO'S SWEET PAPRIKA #1-6
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $16.99
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IMAGE COMICS
(W) Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark (A) Frank William (A/CA) Felipe Watanabe
For fans of THE OLD GUARD and GOD COUNTRY comes a globe-spanning action epic from writers KYLE HIGGINS (RADIANT BLACK) and JOE CLARK and artist FELIPE WATANABE (The Flash)!
Five gods from a realm beyond our own, leaders in the "War of Immortals." Trapped on a planet made into a prison, forced into an endless cycle of human death and reincarnation.
Christopher is 22. He's got two loving parents and a 12-year-old sister. He works at a paint store. He's in therapy. He's one of the Five. To save everything he cares about, Christopher will have to reconnect with his past lives and do the unthinkable: become a god again.
Collects ORDINARY GODS #1-6
Five gods from a realm beyond our own, leaders in the "War of Immortals." Trapped on a planet made into a prison, forced into an endless cycle of human death and reincarnation.
Christopher is 22. He's got two loving parents and a 12-year-old sister. He works at a paint store. He's in therapy. He's one of the Five. To save everything he cares about, Christopher will have to reconnect with his past lives and do the unthinkable: become a god again.
Collects ORDINARY GODS #1-6
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $16.99
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VIZ LLC
(W) Rumiko Takahashi (A) Rumiko Takahashi
Five intimate magical-realist tales from manga legend Rumiko Takahashi! A supernatural mirror compels a teenager to draw out and destroy the evil lurking within others. But will his duty destroy him? A has-been manga creator acquires the power to curse his competition. Is it worth it? A pet cat plays human matchmaker-warning, side effects may include partial transmogrification...
Plus, a rare, behind-the-scenes autobiographical story about Takahashi's lifelong love affair with manga!
For older teen audiences.
Plus, a rare, behind-the-scenes autobiographical story about Takahashi's lifelong love affair with manga!
For older teen audiences.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $17.99
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VIZ LLC
(W) Haro Aso (A) Kotaro Takata
Surviving a zombie apocalypse beats a dead-end job any day!
After spending years slaving away for a soul-crushing company, Akira's life has lost its luster. But when a zombie apocalypse ravages his town, it gives him the push he needs to live for himself. Now Akira's on a mission to complete all 100 items on his bucket list before he...well, kicks the bucket.
Looking to cross another item off his bucket list, Akira has returned to his rural hometown to show his parents the appreciation they deserve. There, he reunites with former college classmate-turned-dropout Kanta Higurashi, who's knocking entries off a bucket list of his own. Unfortunately, Higurashi is all about getting revenge on the world that failed him. Can Akira stop his friend from destroying the fragile peace of the village?
After spending years slaving away for a soul-crushing company, Akira's life has lost its luster. But when a zombie apocalypse ravages his town, it gives him the push he needs to live for himself. Now Akira's on a mission to complete all 100 items on his bucket list before he...well, kicks the bucket.
Looking to cross another item off his bucket list, Akira has returned to his rural hometown to show his parents the appreciation they deserve. There, he reunites with former college classmate-turned-dropout Kanta Higurashi, who's knocking entries off a bucket list of his own. Unfortunately, Higurashi is all about getting revenge on the world that failed him. Can Akira stop his friend from destroying the fragile peace of the village?
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $12.99
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Toys & Merchandise
DIAMOND SELECT TOYS LLC
A Diamond Select Toys release! Crouching on a rooftop, Eric Draven stalks his prey in this all-new Gallery Diorama based on the cult-favorite movie The Crow! With the Crow on his shoulder and steam circling his feet, this approximately 10-inch sculpture is made of high-quality PVC and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. It comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Caesar, sculpted by Rocco Tartamella.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $49.99
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DIAMOND SELECT TOYS LLC
A Gentle Giant release! Boba is back! The recently revived bounty hunter is captured at his moment of triumph, in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, in this all-new 1/6 scale statue. Standing in Jabba's throne room, blaster at the ready, Boba Fett measures approximately 12 inches tall and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. Limited to only 1,000 pieces, it comes packaged with a numbered certificate of authenticity in a full-color box. Sculpted by Joe Menna!
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $250.00
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DIAMOND SELECT TOYS LLC
A Gentle Giant Ltd. release! Princess Leia Organa of Alderaan is held prisoner on the Death Star in this 1/6 scale statue from Gentle Giant Ltd! Wearing her classic white gown and resting on a cell bench, the princess awaits rescue in a scene straight out of Sta Wars: A New Hope. Approximately 10 inches tall, this sculpture features detailed sculpting and paint applications, and is limited to only 1,000 pieces. It comes packaged in a full-color box with a certificate of authenticity. Designed and sculpted by Gentle Giant Ltd.!
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $200.00
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DARK HORSE COMICS
Blizzard and Dark Horse have teamed up once again to bring you one of the most powerful Starcraft warships in the Protoss arsenal, the Carrier!
This magnificent and elaborate capital ship replica is approximately 7" long and made from polyresin. Included for display is a metal post with a black 6" x 4" oval base featuring the yellow Protoss icon.
The edition size will be limited to preorders only, so place your orders now to add the Protoss Carrier to your fleet and command this force of nature!
This magnificent and elaborate capital ship replica is approximately 7" long and made from polyresin. Included for display is a metal post with a black 6" x 4" oval base featuring the yellow Protoss icon.
The edition size will be limited to preorders only, so place your orders now to add the Protoss Carrier to your fleet and command this force of nature!
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $119.99
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NECA
From NECA. From The Boys, the hit TV adaptation of the popular comic book series! Homelander, the leader of The Seven, has the face of a movie star and the powers of a god, but even gods have secrets. Starlight, the newest member of The Seven, is an idealistic, down-home girl whose childhood dream of joining these powerful figures has just become a nightmare. These 7" scale action figures feature a detailed replica of the screen costume and come with interchangeable heads and hands.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $32.99
HIYA TOYS
From Hiya Toys. A PREVIEWS Exclusive! Here, there is only one Predator; they are the Prey! One of Stan Winston's most iconic designs gets a refreshed look, just in time for Predator's 35th anniversary in 2022. Originally released to great acclaim in 2019, Hiya Toys has gone back to its original Jungle Predator design and recreated a new standard in its Exquisite Mini line. Featuring a new, screen-accurate paint deco, as well as appropriate accessories and an updated articulation system, you'll be hunting this fresh look at the classic Yautja to go alongside your original! This new Version 2.0 stands about 4" tall in 1/18-scale, and features a stand for ease in posing, as well as a spine & skull trophies!
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $19.99
NECA
From NECA. Bringing more horror to the Ultimate line, NECA presents the first figure from An American Werewolf in London! The classic 1981 movie is the perfect blend of comedy and true horror, and follows two American backpackers and their increasingly terrifying trip across England. The Nightmare Demons appear in main character David's dreams in one of the film's most bloodcurdling scenes. This Ultimate incarnation of evil includes 4 interchangeable heads, 3 firearms, 2 knives, torch, and more. Comes in a collector-friendly window box with opening flap.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $32.99
GOOD SMILE COMPANY
From Good Smile Company. From the popular game Persona4 Golden comes a long-awaited Nendoroid of the Hero (also known as Yu Narukami in the anime)! He comes with three face plates including a standard expression, a serious expression and a smiling expression! An alternate front hair part featuring a pair of glasses is also included, allowing you to display each face plate with his glasses on as well. Optional parts include a katana, a Persona summoning effect part and a cut-in sheet for recreating Persona summoning sequences.
In Shops: Feb 16, 2022
SRP: $69.99