Listen ""Superheroes Soar in Fall Comic Lineup: Major Publishers Unveil Exciting Storylines, Events, and New Heroes""
Episode Synopsis
This week in comic books, excitement is building as major publishers roll out fresh storylines and long-awaited event issues just in time for fall convention season. DC Comics is about to release New History Of The DC Universe #3, a pivotal chapter that picks up in the aftermath of the legendary Crisis on Infinite Earths. This issue, crafted by Mark Waid with artwork from Dan Jurgens and Doug Mahnke, follows how legacy heroes—like Wally West assuming his mentor’s mantle and Hal Jordan being tempted by darkness—reshape the fabric of the DC Universe. Barry Allen, The Flash, acts as a narrator, guiding readers through seismic events all the way to the game-changing Flashpoint moment. The issue debuts September 24, and anticipation is running high for fans eager to see these beloved characters face new threats like Doomsday and Superboy-Prime.Meanwhile, Marvel’s webslinger corner continues to sizzle. Ultimate Spider-Man #21 hits shelves this week, featuring what might be the final showdown of the Sinister Six. In Jonathan Hickman’s latest arc, Spider-Man must endure chaos as villainous alliances shift—will the villains unite or try to destroy each other first? Readers are hooked not just for the action, but because Hickman’s creative direction always promises surprises with lasting impact on Peter Parker’s world.Across the Marvel Universe, a new Spider-hero is swinging in—Spider-Girl, whose standalone series just launched this summer from writer Torunn Grønbekk and artist André Risso. Originally introduced as an apprentice to Bullseye under her villainous Funhouse identity, this young Hawaiian mutant is now dealing with a haywire power set and a deep moral dilemma. The fourth issue releases September 24, putting Spider-Girl in the crosshairs of Tombstone’s criminal empire. The question: what kind of hero does she truly want to be, especially when the stakes turn personal for other heroes in her orbit?On the mystical side, Vision & the Scarlet Witch #5 arrives on the same day, promising a showdown against the otherworldly Gargantos. The stakes are supernatural as Vision’s evolving form and Wanda’s arcane skills are pushed to their limits in a struggle to escape the clutches of the Graverealm, with their futures hanging in the balance.In TV tie-in news, the much-hyped Wonder Man #1 was suddenly pulled from Marvel’s publication schedule for December, with no official word on why. This series, written by Gerry Duggan and featuring art by Mark Buckingham, was set to relaunch Simon Williams, the sometimes-heroic, sometimes-troubled actor and Avenger. The abrupt delay has fueled speculation, especially with a Disney+ Wonder Man series also rumored to be in flux.On the convention circuit, fans are flocking to Granite State Comic Con in Manchester, New Hampshire, this weekend, with classic Peanuts voice actors making rare appearances. The bigger spotlight shines on next weekend’s L.A. Comic Con at the Los Angeles Convention Center, promising star-powered panels, unmatched cosplay competition, and immersive areas for anime and tabletop gaming. Expect special panels featuring industry icons and voice actors, alongside sneak peeks at upcoming superhero shows.Across the country, comic book culture remains vibrant. With legacy storylines evolving, new heroes rising, and conventions buzzing, this fall is shaping up to be a season of thrilling change and celebration for comic fans everywhere.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI