By: Nick Winstead on June 19, 2012
The summer is upon us, and summer events from all major publishers are underway. June is also a time for love, and hey, I’m a romantic at heart! June is a big wedding month, and so it’s no coincidence then that tomorrow Marvel has one of the more attention-grabbing issues of the year! Let’s go ahead and dive into this week’s hot list.
Marvel
Astonishing X-Men #51 It’s here! The wedding of Northstar and his boyfriend Kyle is in this issue! Don’t miss one of the more high-profile comic events of the year.
Avengers vs X-Men #6 The events of the previous shocking issue have unfolded, and now it’s time to see how the Phoenix and its avatars will continue.
Dark Avengers #176 Goodbye Thunderbolts, hello Dark Avengers. The series officially takes a turn here!
Uncanny X-Men #14 Hope is in danger, and at last Mr. Sinister’s plot begins to unfold. Follow more of the A vs. X story here!
Winter Soldier #7 A rogue Soviet sleeper agent is on the run, and Bucky must rely on Black Widow to help with an international incident.
New Mutants #44 The Defenders guest star in this issue, but just why are they here?
Journey Into Mystery #640 It’s an Arthurian legend free for all, with Merlyn, Arthur, and the Round Table. Captain Britain and Loki are a key part of this package as well!!
Daredevil #14 One of the best books you may not be reading is back, and Daredevil is trapped in that happening tourist spot, Latveria!
DC Comics
Wonder Woman #10 Speaking of wedding bells, Wonder Woman is in Hades for a lovely ceremony to the god of the dead. I have a feeling some WILL be speaking up in objection.
Nightwing #10 A new arc begins here, and a double murder in Old Gotham is the scene, but a piece of Nightwing’s costume is a key component!
Catwoman #10 In another part of Gotham, Catwoman takes on a new villain in Dollhouse, who has an affinity for kidnapping children.
Captain Atom #10 The mystery of Chrona Mota is here, and just how will Captain Atom survive a trip through time? The final issues are here!
Blue Beetle #10 Mister Bones makes an appearance here, and Jaime’s single guy in New York life may not be working out.
Legion of Super Heroes #10 Brainiac 5 is in danger, and it’s up to Star Boy and a small group to bring him back in one piece
Batwoman #10 Batwoman is on a collision course with one of the most savage and dangerous villains in Gotham, Killer Croc!!
Before Watchmen: The Comedian #1 One of the more striking figures of the Watchmen gets his inaugural issue here!
Image Comics
The Walking Dead #99 It’s coming, and I know you’re ready for that big 100th issue, but do NOT miss this one first!
Glory #27 Part two of the current arc “Destroyer” is here, and Glory’s home is under attack.
Chew #27 Yes, you’ve already seen this issue, as it came out several months ago. However, now you’ll actually understand what’s happening!
Elephantmen #40 It’s Panya, the Silencer, Destiny’s father and mayhem and revenge will ensue!
Dark Horse
BPRD: Hell on Earth: The Devil’s Engine #2 All that title buildup is worth it, I promise! It has bat-faced monsters attacking Texas after all!
Dark Horse Presents #13 Your monthly oversized and creatively loaded series is back!
Alabaster: Wolves #3 Dancy’s two guides aren’t exactly the most trustworthy, but will they help her as she continues her journey?
Star Wars: Darth Vader and the Ghost Prison #2 Vader’s past comes to get him this issue, as he and Tohm explore an abandoned Jedi temple.
Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi-Force Storm #5 Hey, it’s a twofer week where Star Wars is concerned!!
Boom!
Adventure Time #5 The cult cartoon hit continues its monthly adventures in the hilarious Boom title
Planet of the Apes #15 Enemies will work together in this issue, as Alaya must team with someone who wants her dead.
Higher Earth #2 With so many Earths to run to, how can two people not hide? You’d be surprised, so check out this compelling new series!
