The lines are drawn as scientist Matt Travers learns of the perils of his creation and how it may be exploited. Still reeling from a recipient's death, Travers has to face his own grief and search for answers in this excellent sci-fi drama.  DUPLICANT #2 Writer: Karla Nappi Artist: Marianna Strychowska Publisher: Second Sight Release Date: June 30, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 Matt Travers is haunted by the sudden death of Duplicant organ recipient Pamela Wilton. His research into whether his tech caused Pamela's death points to the possibility of a traitor in their midst, and Matt learns the Duplicant program has been taking advantage of already vulnerable people. Score: ★★★★☆ (4/5) In this futuristic setting where a deadly virus causes organ failure, a brilliant scientist creates duplicate organs saving thousands. The prohibitive cost results in indentured servitude for those who qualify and a dangerous black market run by a religious zealot for those who don't. After a Dup...

Everything you want in a sword and sorcery book is right here. A barbarian cursed by witches to do good. An enchanted talking ax that steers his moral compass and talks smack. Let the adventure begin! BARBARIC #1 Writer: Michael Moreci Artist: Nathan Gooden, Addison Duke Letterer: Jim Campbell Publisher: Vault Comics Release Date: June 30, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 Owen the Barbarian has been cursed to do good with what remains of his life. His bloodthirsty weapon, Axe, has become his moral compass with a drinking problem. Together they wander the realm, foredoomed to help any who seek assistance. But there is one thing Owen hates more than a life with rules: Witches. Welcome to the skull-cracking, blood-splattering, mayhem-loving comic brave enough to ask: How can a man sworn to do good do so much violence? Hah! F***ing with you. It's just...BARBARIC. Score: ★★★★★ (5/5) Michael Moreci has made a success of putting his own spin on well-worn genres like horror ( The Plot ),  advent...

 KING SPAWN—NEW MONTHLY SPIN-OFF FROM TOP-SELLING SPAWN'S UNIVERSE BOASTS ALL-STAR CREATIVE TEAM THIS AUGUST Issue #1 is on sale Wednesday, August 18 Todd McFarlane will unleash an all-new comic book series— King Spawn —this August. This new title will continue the dramatic events from the recent blockbuster Spawn's Universe #1 and is nearly three decades in the making. King Spawn #1 marks the first time an ongoing, monthly Spawn series has been launched in over 28 years and joins an elite group of famed heroes—like Spider-Man, Batman , and Superman —with more than one monthly title devoted to the same character. King Spawn is projected to have even higher sales than the record-setting Spawn's Universe #1. "My goal is to give fans twice as much Spawn to read than they had before… and at the lowest price possible! And by the end of the year, there will be a Spawn-related book available for fans every week of the month," said McFarlane. "We will be intro...

Scout Comics & Entertainment Holdings, Inc. is proud to announce a new weekly initative called TITLE BOX TUESDAYS! Every Tuesday for the foreseeable future, Scout will release a limited edition box set of one of the many amazing titles in their catalog.  This Tuesday's title box is... MINDBENDER SYNOPSIS At the tender age of seven, Alexander Oberman witnessed the gruesome deaths of his parents in a horrendous explosion caused by the explosive power of his own mind. How Alex survived has been a mystery. Physically he was fine, minus a few burns, but mentally he withdrew into himself...into his mind. For 16 years, Alex hadn't uttered a solitary word or had a voluntary movement of his own, until now. Those that would use his destructive abilities have been awaiting Alex's awakening. But will Alex be a vanguard for the world or will he be responsible for its annihilation? CREATIVE TEAM WRITERS: James Pruett ARTIST: Federico De Luca Each deluxe title box will contain a co...

Behind-the-scenes issues may have affected this latest relaunch of The Mighty Crusaders as 'The Shield' is poised for action but hampered by a limited storyline.  THE MIGHTY CRUSADERS: THE SHIELD #1 Writer: David Gallaher Artist: Rob Liefeld Publisher: Archie Comics Release Date: June 30, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 THE SHIELD IS BACK! America's first patriotic superhero, The Shield, has persevered through countless challenges and always manages to come out on top! But what happens when forces beyond anyone's control threaten The Shield's legacy of fighting for truth and justice? Follow Joe Higgins as The Shield (and get ready for some surprises!) in this new one-shot comic featuring art by Rob Liefeld and a story by David Gallaher. Score: ★★★☆☆ (3/5) One of the oldest properties in Archie Comics' stable is the Golden Age superteam, The Mighty Crusaders. Without going deep in their troubled publication history as recent as five years ago, the Crusaders was Archie...

  CAN Vampirella turn her back on her own people? Vampirella (Vol. 5) #21 writer: Christopher Priest artist: Ergün Gündüz covers: Lucio Parrillo (A), Marco Mastrazzo (B), Shannon Maer (C), Ergün Gündüz (D), Lorraine Cosplay Variant (E), Lucio Parrillo (RI/BW), Ergün Gündüz (RI/BW), Lorraine Cosplay Variant (RI/Virgin), Ergün Gündüz (RI/Virgin), Marco Mastrazzo (RI/BW), Lucio Parrillo (RI/BW Virgin) FC | 32 pages | Horror, Action/Adventure | $3.99 | Teen+ Having discovered the startling truth about her homeworld of Drakulon, Vampirella is torn between her mother’s evil dreams of conquest and the vendetta against the Vampiri race by a macabre, enigmatic new threat. The fate of Lilith and the destiny of Drakulon are about to be revealed! In Stores 06/30/2021 Courtesy of Dynamite Entertainment

A NEW SUPERHERO ADVENTURE SERIES—FRONTIERSMAN—LAUNCHES THIS SEPTEMBER Fan-favorite Patience! Conviction! Revenge! creative team Patrick Kindlon and Marco Ferrari reunite for a superhero adventure of epic proportions in the forthcoming Frontiersman . This exciting, all-new ongoing series will launch from Image Comics this September. Here readers meet the Frontiersman as he's coaxed out of retirement by an environmentalist group only to find that being a spokesperson makes him a target for old and new enemies alike!  "I love superhero comics but haven't been getting what I want from them for a while. Seems like that's where a lot of us are right now," said Kindlon in an exclusive on the announcement at ComicBook.com . "So Marco and I answered the call. We think comics can be fun while maintaining their gravitas and serious without being self-serious. We put that on the page, and hope you like it." In this new series, classic Green Arrow -style adventur...

The Bold & Heartfelt Queer Romance &Magical Crime Story Returns for Vol 2 this September with a wraparound cover by Jenn St-Onge (Bingo Love) DESTINY, NY #6 (vol 2 debut issue) written by Pat Shand illustrated by Rosi Kämpe cover by Jenn St-Onge $3.99 | 32 pages Mature | b&w September 2021 DESTINY, NY, the beloved tale of magical crime and queer romance, will return this September with Volume 2, from writer Pat Shand (SNAP FLASH HUSTLE), artist Rosi Kämpe (Marvel's GHOST-SPIDER), letterer Jim Campbell, and editor Shannon Lee, with a fantastical wraparound cover by Jenn St-Onge (BINGO LOVE). What if there was a magical prophecy that you were destined to save the world, and you fulfilled it so young you don’t know what to do with the rest of your life? That’s the problem facing Logan McBride in this grounded story about the magic of young adulthood, star-crossed modern romance, delay coming of age, and finding your place in a world too busy to notice you. "Destiny...

 Everything isn't as it seems when Zadie is on the verge of losing her brother a second time. Meanwhile, strife at home takes an unexpected turn that raises the stakes going into the next issue. Don't miss this series! SHADECRAFT #4 Writer: Joe Henderson Artist: Lee Garbett, Antonio Fabela Letterer: Simon Bowland Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: June 23, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 Zadie discovers the truth about Shadecraft and what happened to her brother Ricky a year ago. Can Zadie pull off a desperate gambit to get her brother back? And does he even WANT to come back?? Score: ★★★★☆ (4/5) Zadie has been on an emotional roller coaster ever since her brother landed in a coma. Things just got weird from there. She was living in fear of shadows she thought were out to get her. She reunited with her brother in shadow form or at least she thought she did. Now, the lady posing as the school counselor is actually Agent Angela Owens. She's convinced Zadie that her shadow broth...

 This upcoming high-intensity story is perhaps best described as 2001: A Space Odyssey meets We3 . Green Arrow, Old Man Logan , and Eisner Award-winning Gideon Falls ’ creative team Jeff Lemire ( Sweet Tooth ) and artist Andrea Sorrentino will reunite for an all-new, upcoming six-issue miniseries titled, Primordial . This mind-bending sci-fi/Cold War thriller mashup will launch from Image Comics this September. “Andrea and I were keen for our next collaboration after the success of Gideon Falls , but we also didn't want to repeat ourselves,” said Lemire in an exclusive on the announcement with Space.com . “I think with Primordial we are trying something totally new and different for us. This book is part Cold War thriller and part deep space sci-fi, but all grounded in an alt-history take on the first animals sent to space. This book is full of mystery, adventure, and intrigue, and Andrea and I have both tried to push ourselves into new storytelling territory.” Primordial revea...

 It's time to root for the bad guy. 'Vinyl' introduces an unlikely anti-hero with a penchant for vinyl records and murder. Who wouldn't want Walter as his best friend?  VINYL #1 Writer: Doug Wagner Artist: Daniel Hillyard, Dave Stewart Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: June 23, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 PLASTIC creators DOUG WAGNER and DANIEL HILLYARD return with Eisner Award winner DAVE STEWART for an unsettling tale of psychopaths, sweet love, and a serial killer named Walter. When Walter's best friend, the FBI agent charged with his capture, is kidnapped by a death cult of all-female sunflower farmers, Walter finds himself deep within an underground labyrinth filled with secrets and monsters... but are their monsters more horrific than his? Score:  ★★★★1/2 (4.5/5) 'Vinyl' #1 asks the question: Would your "best friend" come to your rescue if you were held hostage by a murderous cult? For retired FBI agent, Dennis, the answer is sort of yes. ...

"Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms," the sequel to Warner Bros. Home Entertainment's 2020 hit film, "Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion's Revenge" comes to Digital, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack starting August 31, 2021. The fate of the universe once again hangs in the balance as warriors come together for one final clash in Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms , an all-new, feature-length film produced by Warner Bros. Animation in coordination with NetherRealm Studios and Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment. The film arrives from Warner Bros. Home Entertainment on Digital, Blu-ray, and 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack on August 31, 2021.  Mortal Kombat Legends: Battle of the Realms will be available on Blu-ray (US $29.98 SRP; Canada $39.99 SRP) and 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (USA $39.99 SRP; Canada $44.98 SRP) and Digital. The Blu-ray features a Blu-ray disc with the film in hi-definition and a digital version of the movie. The 4K Ultra HD Comb...

 Shadowman faces his most fierce opponent yet as he seeks answers and tries to keep the Deadside at bay. Don't miss this fantastic supernatural series.  SHADOWMAN #3 Writer: Cullen Bunn Artist: Jon Davis-Hunt, Jordie Bellaire Letterer: Clayton Cowles Publisher: Valiant Comics Release Date: June 23, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 Masters of terror Cullen Bunn and Jon Davis-Hunt continue terrifying tour by bringing the supernatural defender to Barcelona. What is your darkest secret worth? Shadowman must face demons from his past and demons of the present as he encounters the sinister Undertaker. Will Jack be dragged into a Hell of his making? Score:  ★★★★1/2 (4.5/5) Part of what's made Valiant's latest run of 'Shadowman' apart from the talented creative team is its episodic nature. It feels like a brand new adventure every month and a new monster to fight. And no monster has been tougher so far than the Pallbearer. It feels like Cullen Bunn and Jon Davis-Hunt keep ramping...

JUPITER'S LEGACY: REQUIEM continues but don't miss out on your copy by pre-ordering by June 28. JUPITER'S LEGACY: REQUIEM #2 (OF 12) Writer: Mark Millar Artist: Tommy Lee Edwards Publisher: Image Comics Release Date: July 21, 2021 Age Rating: M Cover Price: $3.99 In 1929, Sheldon Sampson started hearing voices that led him and his friends to a mysterious island in the middle of the Atlantic ocean that wasn't on any maps. Now his son Brandon, locked up in the supermax prison for his crimes against humanity, hears the same voices calling him to the Middle East and a brand-new destiny for all mankind.

Matthew Erman ( Witchblood ) and Stefano Simeone ( Mega Man: Fully Charged ) present a wild and mind-bending sci-fi adventure about a world where good and bad luck rule. It's a frantic fun piece of action that readers will devour.  GOOD LUCK #1 Writer: Matthew Erman Artist: Stefano Simeone Letterer: Mike Fiorentino Publisher: Boom! Studios Release Date: June 23, 2021 Cover Price: $3.99 What if Luck was quantifiable, and something everyone was born with? Everyone, except the Unfortunates - teenagers born with absolutely zero luck. Now with the world mysteriously plunged into chaos and reality itself threatened, they will be our only hope to save the world. Our last hope is those with no chance of success... the only thing anyone can wish them is Good Luck. A bold new original series for fans of Seven Secrets and Runaways from Matthew Erman (Long Lost, Power Rangers: Sins of the Future) and Stefano Simeone (Mega Man: Fully Charged) about defying fate against impossible odds. Score...

"The first series of the critically acclaimed superhero comic book Black introduced a world where only black people have superpowers, further explored in the spinoff projects Black [AF]: Widows and Orphans, Black [AF]: Devil’s Dye and Black [AF]: America’s Sweetheart. But the next chapter in the series threatens to upend the world as it’s known, as a racist President of the United States threatens to strike back against his perceived threat." -The Hollywood Reporter WHITE #1   Second Printing Created by Kwanza Osajyefo & Tim Smith 3 Written by Kwanza Osajyefo Illustrated by Jamal Igle Cover by Khary Randolph Mature / $3.99 / 32 pages First Print On Sale 6.30.21 Second Print On Sale 7.21.21 The first issue of the empowered Black superheroes comic book series WHITE (sequel to 2016’s BLACK) by creators Kwanza Osajyefo, Tim Smith 3, Jamal Igle, and Khary Randolph has garnered over 40,000 orders, selling out ahead of its June 30th release date, with publisher Black Mask Stu...