July 9, 2025 delivers one of the year’s strongest New Comic Book Days, combining Marvel’s blockbuster momentum with highly sought-after variants that are already generating serious collector heat. This week showcases the perfect storm of premier ongoing series, hot reprints featuring top-tier variant artwork, and indie spectacles that continue to drive the secondary market. From superhero epics to horror debuts and essential collected editions, here are the releases creating the loudest buzz among collectors and retailers alike.
Marvel’s Blockbuster Lineup
Magik #7 - 1:25 Yasmine Putri Variant
MAGIK #7 - 1:25 YASMINE PUTRI VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Magik #7 - 1:25 Yasmine Putri Variant continues to showcase why Marvel Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Predator: Black, White & Blood #1
PREDATOR: BLACK, WHITE & BLOOD #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Predator: Black, White & Blood #1 continues to showcase why Marvel Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes & Rivals #1 - 616 Comics / Comic Traders Ivan Tao Virgin Variant
MARVEL SWIMSUIT SPECIAL: FRIENDS, FOES & RIVALS #1 - 616 COMICS / COMIC TRADERS IVAN TAO VIRGIN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Marvel Swimsuit Special: Friends, Foes & Rivals #1 - 616 Comics / Comic Traders Ivan Tao Virgin Variant continues to showcase why Marvel Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
DC’s Dark Knights and Bright Heroes
Batman and Robin #23
BATMAN AND ROBIN #23
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Batman and Robin #23 continues to showcase why DC Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Batman and Robin #23 - Cover E 1:25 John McCrea Variant
BATMAN AND ROBIN #23 - COVER E 1:25 JOHN MCCREA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Batman and Robin #23 - Cover E 1:25 John McCrea Variant continues to showcase why DC Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Superman Treasury 2025: Hero for All #1
SUPERMAN TREASURY 2025: HERO FOR ALL #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Superman Treasury 2025: Hero for All #1 continues to showcase why DC Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
Creator-Owned Excellence
Free Planet #3
FREE PLANET #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Free Planet #3 continues to showcase why Image Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Geiger #16
GEIGER #16
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Geiger #16 continues to showcase why Image Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Transformers #22 - 616 Comics Tiago da Silva Battle Damaged Virgin Variant
TRANSFORMERS #22 - 616 COMICS TIAGO DA SILVA BATTLE DAMAGED VIRGIN VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Transformers #22 - 616 Comics Tiago da Silva Battle Damaged Virgin Variant continues to showcase why Image Comics remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
IDW Publishing Presents
Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #1
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #1 continues to showcase why IDW Publishing remains at the forefront of comic publishing. The creative team has consistently delivered compelling storytelling that resonates with both long-time fans and new readers.
Collectors should note the strong secondary market performance of this series, with early issues maintaining value and variant covers showing particular strength. This release is expected to follow the same pattern.
Collector's Note
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Market Pulse: This Week’s Investment Opportunities
Collector's Checklist
• First appearances and new #1 issues for long-term growth potential
• Limited variant covers with renowned artists for immediate flip opportunities
• Second printings of sold-out issues showing strong market demand
• Key storyline issues that will be referenced in future arcs
Essential Pickups Beyond the Headlines
Don’t overlook this week’s indie releases and smaller publisher offerings. Many future grails start as under-the-radar releases from publishers willing to take creative risks.
What are you adding to your pull list this week? Share your picks in the comments below!