The Geeky Brummie Pull List with Animal Pound
We have a slightly smaller Pull List for you this week. Our Comic of the Week is Animal Pound from BOOM! Studios. The other comics on the main pull list come from Mad Cave Studios, Dark Horse Comics, IDW Publishing Marvel Comics and DC Comics. Our On The Radar selection includes 6 new comics from Image Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics and IDW Publishing. MEANWHILE... goes on a break for a couple of weeks.
If you want to send any comics or details of any comic related events we should feature, feel free to reach out to me at keith@geekybrummie.com or comics@geekybrummie.com
Now on with the comics…
Animal Pound
Issue 5
BOOM! Studios
Script – Tom King
Art – Peter Gross
Colours – Tamra Bonvillain
Letters – Clayton Cowles
Buy digitally from Comixology/Kindle – Animal Pound #5 (Link)
What happens when dogs become too powerful, changing the rules in their favor, and systematically consuming every non-dog in sight?
As some animals do what they think they must to survive, democracy is more at stake than ever, and it may not survive.
Will anyone?
Animal Pound continues to deliver a thought-provoking and visually stunning narrative in this its final issue. Tom King’s writing remains as sharp and insightful as ever, delving deep into the ethical dilemmas faced by the animal society. The creative team’s exploration of power, morality, and the consequences of unchecked ambition is both gripping and unsettling. I cannot recommend this series highly enough , and I urge everyone to read it.
Gatchaman
Issue 3
Mad Cave Studios
Script – Cullen Bunn
Art – Chris Batista
Colours – Carlos Lopez
Letters – Buddy Beaudoin
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Gatchaman #3 (Link)
Posing as an agent of Galactor, Jun embarks on a dangerous mission. Her objectives: locate the enemy’s secret headquarters and facilitate the rescue of the scientists-turned-hostage. The rest of the team eagerly awaits her findings to provide backup, but a much bigger threat requires their aid. So many villains, so little time!
Gatchaman continues to impress with its third issue. This installment delves deeper into the team’s dynamic and introduces new threats that test their limits. Fans of the original anime and newcomers alike will find plenty to enjoy in this excellent comic book adaptation.
Star Trek
Issue 500
IDW Publishing
Script – Jordan Blum, Patton Oswalt, Jody Houser, Stephanie Williams, Mike Chen, Magdalene Visaggio, Morgan Hampton, Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly and Christopher Cantwell
Art – Leonard Kirk, Vernon Smith, Tench, Angel Hernandez, Megan Huang, Megan Levens and Davide Tinto
Colours – Charlie Kirchoff, JP Jordan, Nick Filardi and Lee Loughridge
Letters – Clayton Cowles and Jodie Troutman
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Star Trek #500 (Link)
Celebrate IDW’s 500th issue of Star Trek comics (and an early Star Trek Day!) with this landmark oversized anthology issue! This collection of five short stories spans through fan-favorite eras of the beloved franchise from Lower Decks to Strange New Worlds, legacy characters from The Next Generation and the original series, written and illustrated by Star Trek comics veterans and new voices alike. Plus, don’t miss out on the prelude to 2025’s big Star Trek and Defiant comic crossover event written by Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, and Christopher Cantwell!
Star Trek #500 is a landmark celebration of the beloved sci-fi franchise. This oversized anthology issue brings together an impressive lineup of writers and artists to deliver a diverse collection of stories spanning different eras of Star Trek. If you’ve yet to experience the delights of IDW Star Trek range, then this is the perfect comic to show you what you’ve been missing.
Helen of Wyndhorn
Issue 4
Dark Horse Comics
Script – Tom King
Art – Bilquis Evely
Colours – Mat Lopes
Letters – Clayton Cowles
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Helen of Wyndhorn #4 (Link)
Helen and Barnabus continue their adventures passing between the other world and Wyndhorn House as she begins to learn the skills of a warrior from her adventurous relative.
Helen’s journey remains compelling as she navigates the complexities of her newfound power and the challenges of her kingdom. Her interactions with the other characters, particularly her relationship with Wyndborn, continue to be a highlight of this wonderful modern fairytale.
Birds of Prey
Issue 13
DC Comics
Script – Kelly Thompson
Art – Gavin Guidry
Colours – Jordie Bellaire
Letters – Clayton Cowles
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Birds of Prey #13 (Link)
WHAT NIGHTMARES AWAIT THE BIRDS OF PREY THROUGH THE FINAL PORTAL? With the search for Barbara finally over, Cass leads the Birds of Prey through the portal one final time, and where they end up is a world far too familiar to Cass but strange to everyone else. What here will turn everything on its head…or should we say who?!
Birds of Prey delivers a fast-paced and action-packed adventure that continues to solidify this series as a standout in the DC comic line. In this issue the team faces a new threat, a mysterious group seeking to steal Katana’s sacred sword.
Exceptional X-Men
Issue 1
Marvel Comics
Script – Eve L. Ewing
Art – Carmen Carnero
Colours – Nolan Woodard
Letters – VC’s Joe Sabino
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Exceptional X-Men #1 (Link)
KATE PRYDE LEADS A TEAM OF ALL-NEW X-MEN! After the fall of Krakoa, Kate Pryde is trying to get as far away from all things X as she possibly can. She’s just a regular-degular bartender now. Definitely NOT getting ready to head up an ALL-NEW TEAM of wayward young mutants while avoiding the watchful gaze of Emma Frost. Nothing in this title but work, dating and staving off depression. That’s it. No never-before-seen EXCEPTIONAL X-MEN to see here!
The creative team of Eve L. Ewing and Carmen Carnero delivers a fresh take on the X-Men universe. The character dynamics, especially Kitty’s struggle to distance herself from her mutant past, add depth to the story. Carnero’s artwork captures the emotional nuances of these characters, and the pacing keeps readers engaged, and sets the stage for what promises to be an intriguing series.
The Immortal Thor
Issue 15
Marvel Comics
Script – Al Ewing
Art – Jan Bazaldua
Colours – Matt Hollingsworth
Letters – VC’s Joe Sabino
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – The Immortal Thor #15 (Link)
RETURN TO ASGARD! In a place of darkness, a deeper darkness threatened to claim Thor – one that only the Odinson himself could defeat. And back in the sunshine of Asgard, the Enchantress waited – to discuss what Thor owed her and what she held over him. This is the story of the IMMORTAL THOR… and of the responsibilities of power.
LEGACY #776
This issue delves deep into the God of Thunder’s psyche, confronting him with his darkest fears and the consequences of his eternal existence.
On the Radar, these are comics I’ve not got on my physical Pull List, but are books I’ll pick up digitally or in trades:
The Incredible Hulk #16
Marvel Comics
Script – Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Art – Danny Earls
Colours – Matt Wilson and Dee Cunniffe
Letters – Cory Petit
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – The Incredible Hulk #16 (Link)
THE FIRST HULK VS. ELDEST! In the conclusion of “Lament for a Fallen Crown,” the first Hulk, ENKIDU, brings Eldest’s empire of monsters crashing down! But he’s met his match in ELDEST, the first and most powerful of Earth’s ancient demigods. Can Eldest use Enkidu’s flesh to finally open the Mother of Horrors’ Divine Prison… or will the power of the GREEN DOOR be too much even for her? Eldest’s plans and the story of Enkidu are laid bare in this shocking conclusion!
LEGACY #797
Scarlet Witch #4
Marvel Comics
Script – Steve Orlando
Art – Jacopo Camagni
Colours – Frank William
Letters – Ariana Maher
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Scarlet Witch #4 (Link)
CHAOS UNLEASHED! At the end of all things, the Scarlet Witch chose a new beginning. But as the battle for Lotkill’s future rages on, the price of such freedom may prove more monstrous than Wanda bargained for…
Public Domain #8
Image Comics
Script and Art – Chip Zdarsky
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Public Domain #8 (Link)
It’s hiring day! Dallas Comics needs a team to make their comic book empire a reality, but will anyone be up to the task? And can Syd move past the shocking revelations of last issue? CHIP ZDARSKY (BATMAN, NEWBURN) continues his award-winning series about the comic industry and how goddamn hard it is working in it. Like, wow. Who would choose this life?
Dawnrunner #5
Dark Horse Comics
Script – Ram V.
Art – Evan Cagle
Colours – Dave Stewart
Letters – Aditya Bidikar
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Dawnrunner #5 (Link)
All things must evolve!
Anita and Dawnrunner, driven by their stories, have changed into something unforeseen as they make their stand against The Prime. But in their transcendence lies the potential for both hope and despair. As the true motivation of monsters both alien and homegrown comes to light, sacrifices must be made to protect the ones you love.
Godzilla: Skate or Die #3
IDW Publishing
Script and Art – Louise Joyce
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Godzilla: Skate or Die #3 (Link)
The race is over, and the fight is on! Godzilla and Varan have arrived at the punks’ beloved skate park, and nobody’s happy about it. How can these skateboard-riding punks stay safe in the midst of these massive kaiju blows!? And what the heck lured these behemoths here in the first place? The mystery is finally starting to unravel…
Grendel: Devil’s Crucible – Defiance #3
Dark Horse Comics
Script and Art – Matt Wagner
Colours – Brennan Wagner
Letters – Rob Leigh
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Grendel: Devil’s Crucible – Defiance #3 (Link)
Attacked by vampires while traveling to Hari and Ptolomey’s safe camp, Grendel and his new allies barely survive the trip to a protected clan base, but they-like the few who remain in the Cult of Grendel-refuse to die.
Your Local Comics Shops
Britain has some of the best comics shops in the world. This updated lists features just a few of the shops you can pop in to for your geek fix. Check out you own local shops and if they don’t appear on this list let me know and we can add them.
WORLDS APART BIRMINGHAM (part of FPI)
Birmingham’s premier comic book store and Pokestop.
Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: 09:30 – 17:00
Wednesday, Friday: 09:30 – 18:00
Saturday: 09:30 – 18:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 17:00
14-16 Smallbrook Queensway, Birmingham B5 4EN Tel: 0121 643 0143
Website: Forbidden Planet International and Twitter: @WorldsApart_Bir
FORBIDDEN PLANET (BIRMINGHAM)
Graphic novel/comic store with merchandise & T-shirts, plus character figures & toys.
Monday to Saturday: 09:30 – 17:30
Sunday: 11:00 – 17:00
74 Bull St, Birmingham B4 6AD Tel: 0121 236 3026
Website: Forbidden Planet and Twitter: @ForbiddenPlanet
GOSH! COMICS (LONDON)
A mean little comics shop in the heart of London.
Open Daily: 10:30 – 19.00
1 Berwick St, London W1F 0DR Tel: 0207 437 0187
Website: Gosh! Comics and Twitter: @GoshComics
OK COMICS (LEEDS)
Twenty Year Old, Eisner Award Nominated Comic Book Shop in the beating heart of Leeds City Centre, UK.
Open Monday to Saturday: 11.00 – 17.00
Sunday: 11.00 – 15.00
19 Thornton’s Arcade, Briggate, Leeds LS1 6LQ Tel: 0113 246 9366
Website: OK Comics and Twitter: @OKComics
PAGE 45 (NOTTINGHAM)
UK Comic Shop created & curated since 1994 by Stephen Holland, Comics Laureate 2021-23.
Open Monday to Saturday: 09.00 – 18.00
Sunday: 11.00 – 16.00
Closed on Bank Holiday Mondays, Easter Sunday, Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year’s Day.
9 Market St, Nottingham NG1 6HY Tel: (0115) 9508045
Website: Page 45 and Twitter: @PageFortyFive
TRAVELLING MAN (VARIOUS)
Travelling Man Is The UK’s Friendliest Comic & Games Shop Since 1991. Shop Online Now! Explore The Rich Genres & Worlds That Games, Comics & Independent Press Have To Offer. Since 1991.
Open Monday to Saturday: 10.00 – 18.00
Sunday: 11.00 -17.00
LEEDS
32 Central Road, Leeds LS1 6DE Tel: 0113 245 0822
YORK
74 Goodramgate, York YO1 7LF Tel: 01904628787
NEWCASTLE
43 Grainger Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne NE1 5JE Tel: 0191 261 4993
MANCHESTER
4 Dale Street, Manchester M1 1JW Tel: 0161 237 1877
Website: Travelling Man and Twitter: @TravellingManUK
MEGA CITY COMICS (LONDON)
Mega City Comics, was established in 1981, initially as a mail-order business, supplying comics, graphic novels, and collecting supplies. After 6 years of mail-order and trading through the comic marts, we opened our shop in Camden Town in 1987.
Open Monday to Friday: 11.00 -18.00
Saturday: 10.30 – 18.00
Sunday: 11.00 – 18.00
18 Inverness Street, Camden Town, London NW1 7HJ Tel: 020 7485 9320
Website: Mega City Comics and Twitter: @MegaCityComics
CLOSE ENCOUNTERS (VARIOUS)
A trio of comic shops in Bedford, Northampton and Peterborough.
BEDFORD
20 Allhallows, Bedford MK40 1LJ Tel: 01234 270777
Open Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 17.30
Saturday: 09:30 – 17:30
Sunday: 11:00 – 16:00
NORTHAMPTON
29 Abington Square, Northampton NN1 4AE Tel: 01604 602311
Monday: CLOSED
Open Tuesday: 10:00 – 17:30
Wednesday: 10:00 – 19.00
Thursday to Friday: 10:00 – 17:30
Saturday: 09:30 – 17:30
Sunday: 11:00 – 16:00
PETERBOROUGH
25 Broadway, Peterborough PE1 1SQ Tel: 01733 892827
Monday: CLOSED
Open Tuesday: 10:30 – 17:30
Wednesday: 10:30 – 18:00
Thursday to Friday : 10:30 – 17:30
Saturday: 09:30 – 17:30
Sunday: CLOSED
Website: Close Encounters and Twitter: @CEncountersUK
THAT COMIC SHOP (PRESTON)
Retailers of new Comics weekly, Magic the Gathering Card Games, Board Games, Toys, T-Shirts plus loads more.
Monday: CLOSED
Open Tuesday to Thursday: 10:00 – 17:00
Friday: 10:00 – 21:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 16:00
Sunday: CLOSED
116 Friargate, Preston PR1 2EE Tel: 01772 204287
Website: That Comic Shop and Twitter: @ThatComicShop
PARADOX COMICS (DORSET)
Comic book shop in Dorset, dealing in graphic novels, statues, action figures, card games, limited edition comics and more
Monday: Closed
Open Tuesday to Friday: 10:30 – 17:00
Saturday: 10:00 – 17:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 16:00
19 High Street, Poole, Dorset BH15 1AB Tel: 01202 661346
Website: Paradox Comics and Twitter: @ParadoxComicsUK
WAKEFIELD COMICS 616 (WAKEFIELD)
Comic Book Shop in the centre of Wakefield. Stocking the latest comics direct from the US.
Open Monday: 9:00 – 17:00
Tuesday: 9:00 – 16:30
Wednesday to Saturday: 9:00 – 17:00
Sunday: CLOSED
3 The Springs, Wakefield West Yorkshire WF1 1PU Tel: 01924 375234
Website: Wakefield Comics 616 and Twitter: @wakeycomics616
COMIC BOOK GUYS (BELFAST)
Comic Book Guys – Northern Ireland’s newest independent comic book store also stocking movie memorabilia, toys & other collectibles… excelsior!
Open Monday to Saturday: 10.00 to 17.00
Sunday: CLOSED
130 Great Victoria Street, Belfast BT2 7BG Tel: 02890 080169
Website: Comic Book Guys and Twitter: @comicbookguysni
RAYGUN COMICS (RICHMOND)
A welcoming and friendly comic book shop. Comics, toys, books, games and merchandise for all ages.
Open Monday to Saturday: 10:00 – 18:00
Sunday: 11:00 – 17:00
26 Red Lion Street, Richmond TW9 1RW Tel: 0208 948 8476
Website: Raygun Comics and Twitter: @Raygun_comics
DAVE’S COMCIS (BRIGHTON)
Dave’s Comics, The Graphic Novel Shop.
Open Monday to Friday: 10:00 – 18:00
Saturday: 09:30 – 18:00
Sunday: 11.00 – 17:00
5 Sydney St, Brighton, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN1 4EN Tel: 01273 691012
Website: Dave’s Comics and Twitter: @DavesComics
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