The Geeky Brummie Pull List with The Uncanny X-Men
It’s a much bigger Pull List for you this week. Our Comic of the Week is The Uncanny X-Men from Marvel Comics. The other comics on the main pull list come from Dynamite and DC Comics. Our On The Radar selection includes 7 new comics from Image Comics, Marvel Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Magma Comix and IDW Publishing. In MEANWHILE... 2000AD Wins its first Eisner Award.
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…
The Uncanny X-Men
Issue 1
Marvel Comics
Script – Gail Simone
Art – David Marquez
Colours – Matt Wilson
Letters – Clayton Cowles
Buy digitally from Comixology/Kindle – The Uncanny X-Men #1 (Link)
PROFESSOR X… IS GONE! A core group of essential X-Men rise FROM THE ASHES to face a world without a home — and without Professor X! All bonds among the mutant community seem to be slipping away, and ROGUE reluctantly finds herself as the hero designated to bring them back together… but a fearless, malignant power is out there hunting mutants, and it has a terrible secret that may destroy what remains of the X-Men!
LEGACY #701
Simone and Marquez kick off a new era for the Uncanny X-Men with a bang. This issue picks up in the aftermath of Krakoa’s fall, with Professor X missing and the mutant community in disarray. Rogue steps up to the plate as the reluctant leader, tasked with reuniting the X-Men. A mysterious new, menacing villain adds a layer of intrigue that sets the stage for exciting conflicts to come.
Space Ghost
Issue 4
Dynamite Comics
Script – David Pepose
Art – Jonathan Lau
Colours – Andrew Dalhouse
Letters – Taylor Esposito
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Space Ghost #4 (Link)
As Space Ghost and his young allies continue to dig into the evils of Robo-Corp, a new threat is emerging – one that may prove to be deadlier than all of the galaxy’s rogue companies and space pirates put together! Breaking free from their specially designed prison, Zorak and his army of fanatical Zorathian warriors are coming to take revenge on the Guardian of the Spaceways. And as if this wasn’t bad enough, our heroes must also face the might of Titanor!
Danger and excitement expand like a supernova in Space Ghost #4 – all carefully charted by award-winning author DAVID PEPOSE (Punisher) and star artist JONATHAN LAU (Vampirella Strikes), with stellar covers from FRANCESCO MATTINA, JAE LEE & JUNE CHUNG, BJORN BARENDS, and MICHAEL CHO!
This book continues to deliver thrilling cosmic adventures. Pepose expertly balances action, humour, and character development. The dynamic between Space Ghost and his companions is engaging, and the growing threat of Zorak adds a sense of urgency to the story. Lau’s artwork remains impressive, capturing the cosmic scale of the story with stunning visuals and dynamic layouts.
Birds of Prey
Issue 12
DC Comics
Script – Kelly Thompson
Art – Javier Pina, Sophie Campbell and Gavin Guidry
Colours – Jordie Bellaire
Letters – Clayton Cowles
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Birds of Prey #12 (Link)
EXTRA-DIMENSIONAL CATASTROPHES HAVE NEVER BEEN CUTER (OR MORE DEADLY)! Their attempt to control the portal dimension has backfired in a hilarious but violent way, and the Birds of Prey find themselves dealing with some… unexpectedly cute results. Meanwhile Oracle’s escape plan nears completion despite some over-enthusiastic assistance. Cassandra Cain has a big idea.
This issue takes a wild and unexpected turn as the team’s attempt to control the portal dimension goes hilariously awry. The book continues to deliver a delightful blend of chaos and charm, showcasing the Bird’s unique character dynamics and problem-solving abilities.
Shazam!
Issue 14
DC Comics
Script – Josie Campbell
Art – Emanuela Lupacchino
Colours – Trish Mulvihill
Letters – Troy Peteri
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Shazam! #14 (Link)
CAN FREDDY AND MARY TURN THE TIDE AGAINST THE MONSTERS? Mary and Freddy have tracked Billy down to the unused tunnels of SEPTA — but the monsters plaguing Philly have followed them, too. With Billy refusing to turn into the Captain, can Mary and Freddy turn the tide and figure out what’s causing the monster onslaught? Can they convince Billy to come home? And what’s up with the weird kid in a toga that only Billy can see?
Josie Campbell and Emanuela Lupacchino continue to build a compelling family drama. This issue delves deeper into the fractured relationship between Billy Batson and the rest of the Shazam family as they confront a growing monster problem.
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 #15
Marvel Comics
Script – Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Art – Danny Earls
Colours – Matt Wilson
Letters – Cory Petit
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – The Incredible Hulk #15 (Link)
THE ORIGIN OF EVIL! As Eldest’s plans draw Hulk ever nearer to Las Vegas, she remembers a time thousands of years ago. The terrible empire she ruled then… until her fateful encounter with the first Hulk, ENKIDU, brought it all to ruin, making them enemies forever! Don’t miss the ORIGIN OF ELDEST as the two-part story “Lament for a Fallen Crown” starts here!
LEGACY #796
The Deviant #7
Image Comics
Script – James Tynion IV
Art – Josh Hixson
Letters – Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – The Deviant #7 (Link)
With Michael accused of being a depraved copycat killer, Derek struggles to put together the clues to clear his partner’s name. And the only person he can turn to for help is Randall Olsen… the man convicted as the original Deviant Killer.
Public Domain #7
Image Comics
Script and Art – Chip Zdarsky
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Public Domain #7 (Link)
The Eisner Award-winning comic about comics by CHIP ZDARSKY (BATMAN, NEWBURN) continues! Move over, Jim Lee! Get outta here, Ryan Stegman! This issue features the first appearance of the world’s hottest comic artist, TEDDY KRANK! Prepare to get Kranked™!
Blood Hunters #1
Marvel Comics
Script – Erica Schultz
Art – Robert Gill
Colours – Rain Beredo
Letters – Joe Caramagna
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Blood Hunters #1 (Link)
DAGGER! ELSA BLOODSTONE! WHITE WIDOW! HALLOWS’ EVE! Marvel’s newest team takes to the streets to clean up the aftermath of BLOOD HUNT — namely, hunting down the remaining vampires who threaten to spill innocent blood! Including the deadly super-vamps of the BLOODCOVEN! But when MILES MORALES, A.K.A. SPIDER-MAN, gets caught in the crosshairs… need we say it?! THERE WILL BE BLOOD! Don’t miss the beginning of an epic new adventure!
Godzilla: Here There Be Dragons II – Sons of Giants #2
IDW Publishing
Script – Frank Tieri
Art – Inaki Miranda
Colours – Eva de la Cruz
Letters – Steve Wands
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Godzilla: Here There Be Dragons II – Sons of Giants #2 (Link)
Hiding in the shadows of history, there is an Illuminati-esque cult that has been pulling the strings of every major kaiju encounter. In this issue, their identities are finally revealed.Also revealed for the first time is the story of Smog Monster’s earliest encounter with humans, and its first meeting with Godzilla in ancient Rome.
Grendel: Devil’s Crucible – Defiance #2
Dark Horse Comics
Script and Art – Matt Wagner
Colours – Brennan Wagner
Letters – Rob Leigh
Buy digitally on Comixology/Kindle – Grendel: Devil’s Crucible – Defiance #2 (Link)
On a treacherous future Earth that has turned against all followers of Grendel, Grendel Prime finds two rare allies. He gets a short history lesson on his now-hostile home world before encountering a group working for the Necro-Lords, who want him captured. Featuring a standard cover by Matt Wagner and Brennan Wagner and a variant cover by Antonio Fuso and Brennan Wagner!
The Pedestrian #1
Magma Comics
Script – Joey Esposito
Art – Sean Von Gorman
Colours – Josh Jensen
Letters – Shawn Lee
Buy physically on Forbidden Planet – The Pedestrian #1 (Link)
Behold, The Pedestrian! A strange visitor speedwalks into Summer City and silently changes the lives of its residents. But not all is quiet in this sleepy, small town—an ancient conflict linked to the secret history of street signs is brewing! DON’T WALK… RUN! In The Pedestrian, justice always has the right of way! Writer Joey Esposito (Batman: Urban Legends) reunites with Pawn Shop collaborator, artist Sean Von Gorman (Batman Beyond), for an offbeat tale that will stick with you!
Letter of the Law
2000 AD wins its first Eisner Award – I Am The Law named ‘Best Comics-Related Book’
Michael Molcher’s book on the politics of Judge Dredd has been named as ‘Best Comics-Related Book’ at the Eisner Awards in San Diego, California.
Described as “thoughtful, and often alarming” by The Spectator and “an essential read” by SFX magazine, I Am The Law: How Judge Dredd Predicted Our Future was announced as winner at the ceremony during San Diego Comic Con on 26 July.
Blending comic book history with contemporary radical theories on policing, I Am The Law is a critically-acclaimed, searing, and in-depth analysis of how John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra’s ‘Judge Dredd’ has reflected, parodied, and predicted the rise of hardline, militarised policing and ‘law and order’ politics, its endless inventiveness and ironic humour acting as a prophetic warning about our world today – and with important lessons for our future.
Winner, Winner
It is the first ever title from 2000 AD to win one of the prestigious Eisner Awards, which are named after pioneering cartoonist Will Eisner, and are awarded at a ceremony as part of the San Diego Comic Con every July.
Jason Kingsley CBE, CEO of 2000 AD publisher Rebellion, said: “I’m super pleased for Mike. I know the passion and work that went into the book, and we’re all very happy that it’s also been recognised by others. Sometimes 2000AD predicts the future rather too well. Let’s hope the alien invasions, robot revolutions and future dystopia remain firmly in fiction, but sometimes I think they might not.”
In his acceptance speech, Michael Molcher – who is also 2000 AD’s Brand Manager – thanked Rebellion editor Oliver Pickles for his work on the book, as well as Dredd co-creators John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra. He added: “I am still in a state of shock at winning, but wanted to thank everyone who aided me in writing I Am The Law, as well as everyone who bought a copy, the panel of judges, and all those who voted for it. 2000 AD and Judge Dredd have been a running thread through my life since I was ten years old and to receive such recognition for my first book is out of this world.”
The award was presented by actors Maurice Lamarche (The Real Ghostbusters) and Sarah Natochenny (Pokémon) during a star-studded ceremony at the Hilton Bayfront Hotel in San Diego.
Book at Dredd-time
The Eisner Award-winning I Am The Law is available to buy from all good book stores and online retailers, as well as through the 2000 AD webshop.
I Am The Law was nominated alongside books by several 2000 AD alumni – Dave Gibbons’ Confabulation: An Anecdotal Autobiography by Dan Dare and Harlem Heroes artist Dave Gibbons, Bryan Talbot: Father of the British Graphic Novel by J. D. Harlock and Nemesis the Warlock artist Bryan Talbot, and Thalamus: The Art of Dave McKean by the renowned artist and 2000 AD Titan reprints cover artist – as well as Flamed Out: The Underground Adventures and Comix Genius of Willy Murphy by Nicki Michaels, Ted Richards, and Mark Burstein, and The Pacific Comics Companion by Stephan Friedt and Jon B. Cooke. Bryan Talbot was also inducted into the Eisner Hall of Fame at this year’s ceremony.
Rebellion has previously received Eisner nominations for 2000 AD for ‘Best Anthology’ in 2013 and ‘Best Comics-Related Book’ for David Roach’s Masters of British Comic Art in 2021. The Ballad of Halo Jones Colour Omnibus Editionby Alan Moore and Ian Gibson, edited by Ollie Hicks, was nominated for ‘Best Archival Collection/Project – Comic Books’ alongside I Am The Law at this year’s awards.
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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