Oct 15, 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
Marvel Knights: The World to Come #5 - 1:25 Martín Cóccolo Variant
MARVEL KNIGHTS: THE WORLD TO COME #5 - 1:25 MARTÍN CÓCCOLO VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Marvel Knights: The World to Come #5 - 1:25 Martín Cóccolo 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.
Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #4 - Dave Wachter Marvelized Wolverine-Zilla Variant
GODZILLA DESTROYS THE MARVEL UNIVERSE #4 - DAVE WACHTER MARVELIZED WOLVERINE-ZILLA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe #4 - Dave Wachter Marvelized Wolverine-Zilla 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.
Wolverine: Revenge – Red Band Raw: Black & White Edition #4
WOLVERINE: REVENGE – RED BAND RAW: BLACK & WHITE EDITION #4
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Wolverine: Revenge – Red Band Raw: Black & White Edition #4 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
Nightwing #131
NIGHTWING #131
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Nightwing #131 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.
The New Gods #11 - Cover C Denys Cowan Variant
THE NEW GODS #11 - COVER C DENYS COWAN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of The New Gods #11 - Cover C Denys Cowan 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.
Wonder Woman #26 - Cover B David Nakayama Variant
WONDER WOMAN #26 - COVER B DAVID NAKAYAMA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Wonder Woman #26 - Cover B David Nakayama 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
G.I. Joe #12 - 616 Comics Jamie Tyndall Foil Virgin Variant
G.I. JOE #12 - 616 COMICS JAMIE TYNDALL FOIL VIRGIN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of G.I. Joe #12 - 616 Comics Jamie Tyndall Foil 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.
Good as Dead #2
GOOD AS DEAD #2
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Good as Dead #2 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.
Witchblade #15 - Cover B Sozomaika Variant
WITCHBLADE #15 - COVER B SOZOMAIKA VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Witchblade #15 - Cover B Sozomaika 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
Nocturnals: The Sinister Path #2 - Cover B Michael Avon Oeming Variant
NOCTURNALS: THE SINISTER PATH #2 - COVER B MICHAEL AVON OEMING VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Nocturnals: The Sinister Path #2 - Cover B Michael Avon Oeming 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!