Aug 27, 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
Thor #1 - Joe Quesada Variant
THOR #1 - JOE QUESADA VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Thor #1 - Joe Quesada 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.
Bring on the Bad Guys: Mephisto #1 - Ken Lashley Variant
BRING ON THE BAD GUYS: MEPHISTO #1 - KEN LASHLEY VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Bring on the Bad Guys: Mephisto #1 - Ken Lashley 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.
Deadpool / Wolverine #8 - Sajad Shah Variant
DEADPOOL / WOLVERINE #8 - SAJAD SHAH VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Deadpool / Wolverine #8 - Sajad Shah 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.
DC’s Dark Knights and Bright Heroes
Green Lantern #26 - Cover B Davide Paratore Variant
GREEN LANTERN #26 - COVER B DAVIDE PARATORE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Green Lantern #26 - Cover B Davide Paratore 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
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
Absolute Wonder Woman #11 - Cover B Derrick Chew Variant
ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #11 - COVER B DERRICK CHEW VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Absolute Wonder Woman #11 - Cover B Derrick Chew 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
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
Batman #163
BATMAN #163
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Batman #163 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
Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx #5 - Cover B Brett Booth Variant
BLACK RITUAL: THE BOOK OF NYX #5 - COVER B BRETT BOOTH VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx #5 - Cover B Brett Booth 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.
Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 - Cover C 1:10 David Aja Variant
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: THE INVISIBLE MAN #1 - COVER C 1:10 DAVID AJA VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man #1 - Cover C 1:10 David Aja 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.
Rat City #17 - Cover B Jonathan Uribe Variant
RAT CITY #17 - COVER B JONATHAN URIBE VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Rat City #17 - Cover B Jonathan Uribe 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’s Licensed Treasures
Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #2 - 1:25 Tony Fleecs Virgin Variant
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #2 - 1:25 TONY FLEECS VIRGIN VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #2 - 1:25 Tony Fleecs Virgin Variant 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
Variant covers from this series have become increasingly sought-after by collectors.
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!