25-03-26 | Image Comics is on a roll! April sees the releases of some stunning new graphic novels, including Corpse Knight and Neighbourhood Watch. Nostalgia lovers will also want to pick up their G.I. Joe and Youngblood titles. Speaking of nostalgia: it’s been ten years since the release of Star Wars VII The Force Awakens. To celebrate Marvel Comics has sent Han Solo on one final adventure.
DEAPOOL: APRIL POOL’S DAY
Delve into the wacky world of Wade Wilson on the first of April. Deadpool has uncovered a plot to destroy the galaxy, but no-one believes him. The other Marvel heroes are convinced he’s pulling their leg. Another superbly silly one-shot featuring appearances by Cable, Spider-Man and Cyclops.
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLD’S FINEST #50
This stellar DC series is celebrating its fiftieth instalment in style. Bat-Mite and Mr. Mxyzptlk are back and they are up to no good. Featuring another ace script by comic book legend Mark Waid and vibrant artwork by Dan Mora, who is responsible for giving the World’s Finest series its unique look.
G.I. JOE SSSILENT MISSIONS: BARONESS #1
One of most highly regarded vintage Marvel G.I. Joe stories is the Silent Interlude, which features no dialogue whatsoever. Image Comics pays tribute to this classic tale with a whole series of Sssilent Missions. The first in the series stars the sinister Baroness, with later issues also focussing on Cobra.
NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH #1
Two young woman from different neighbourhoods stumble upon a murder victim at exactly the same time. They reluctantly decide to work together to prove their innocence. A story about gated communities and clashing cultures unlike any other. From writer Sarah Gailey and artist Haining.
GODZILLA’S MONSTERPIECE THEATRE #1
This time they have gone too far! In his latest anthology Godzilla joins forces with … Romeo & Juliet?! Yes folks. IDW reinterprets classic literature to feature out favourite giant monster. Shakespeare meets Kaiju? We’re being pranked, if you ask me. Also features a second tale starring Robin Hood.
YOUNGBLOOD #100
Over the past couple of issues the Youngblood team has reassembled to intercept a mysterious vessel in the Pacific. Now that its true evil nature has been revealed, all bets are off! It’s the final issues of the current series, with creator Rob Liefeld at the helm once more. A fitting tribute to Image Comics.
CORPSE KNIGHT #1
Speaking of Image Comics: travel with them to medieval France, where a long lost father rises from the dead to protect his daughter from the horrors of war. It’s gothic fantasy at its finest. Horror artists Chaves and Roberts craft a tale that makes you question who are the men and who are the monsters.
STAR WARS: HUNT FOR THE FALCON – collected edition
Han Solo and Chewbacca finally tracked down the Millenium Falcon in The Force Awakens. But what led up to this reunion? Star Wars spin-offs have always had a knack for filling in the blanks in exciting ways. Hunt for the Falcon is no exception! Join cranky old Han Solo for one final space adventure.
BONUS : THE SECRET OF DRAGONWELT
And in case the news hasn’t reached you: Peter Pan Comics recently released its first videogame! The Secret of Dragonwelt deals with Prince Abel, a young hero who sets out to destroy the evil dragon Verdugo and save Princess Wicca. A classic point-and-click adventure which is free to play on Itch.io!