Sep 24, 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
Predator Kills the Marvel Universe #1 - 2nd Printing 1:25 InHyuk Lee Virgin Variant
PREDATOR KILLS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE #1 - 2ND PRINTING 1:25 INHYUK LEE VIRGIN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Predator Kills the Marvel Universe #1 - 2nd Printing 1:25 InHyuk Lee 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
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
Marvel / DC: Deadpool / Batman #1 - Unknown Comics Greg Land Virgin Variant
MARVEL / DC: DEADPOOL / BATMAN #1 - UNKNOWN COMICS GREG LAND VIRGIN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Marvel / DC: Deadpool / Batman #1 - Unknown Comics Greg Land 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
Early issues in this series have shown strong appreciation. Consider securing your copy early to avoid secondary market premiums.
The Vision & The Scarlet Witch #5
THE VISION & THE SCARLET WITCH #5
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of The Vision & The Scarlet Witch #5 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
Batman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween #10
BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN – THE LAST HALLOWEEN #10
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Batman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween #10 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.
Justice League Unlimited #11 - Cover B Nathan Szerdy Variant
JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED #11 - COVER B NATHAN SZERDY VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Justice League Unlimited #11 - Cover B Nathan Szerdy 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.
Green Lantern #27 - Cover D 1:25 Anthony Marques Variant
GREEN LANTERN #27 - COVER D 1:25 ANTHONY MARQUES VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Green Lantern #27 - Cover D 1:25 Anthony Marques 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.
Creator-Owned Excellence
Hyde Street #10 - Cover D 1:20 Sean Von Gorman Variant
HYDE STREET #10 - COVER D 1:20 SEAN VON GORMAN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Hyde Street #10 - Cover D 1:20 Sean Von Gorman 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.
Skinbreaker Treasury Edition #1
SKINBREAKER TREASURY EDITION #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Skinbreaker Treasury Edition #1 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.
The Department of Truth #0 - Black Saber Comics NYCC Exclusive Variant
THE DEPARTMENT OF TRUTH #0 - BLACK SABER COMICS NYCC EXCLUSIVE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of The Department of Truth #0 - Black Saber Comics NYCC Exclusive 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.
Dark Horse Delivers
The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos: Children of the Night #4 - Cover B Isaac Goodhart Variant
THE ODDLY PEDESTRIAN LIFE OF CHRISTOPHER CHAOS: CHILDREN OF THE NIGHT #4 - COVER B ISAAC GOODHART VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos: Children of the Night #4 - Cover B Isaac Goodhart Variant continues to showcase why Dark Horse 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.
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!