Oct 29, 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
UnDead-Pool #1 - Mike McKone Revelation Variant
UNDEAD-POOL #1 - MIKE MCKONE REVELATION VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of UnDead-Pool #1 - Mike McKone Revelation 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.
Black Cat #3
BLACK CAT #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Black Cat #3 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.
Undeadpool #1 - Mike McKone Revelation Variant
UNDEADPOOL #1 - MIKE MCKONE REVELATION VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Undeadpool #1 - Mike McKone Revelation 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
Poison Ivy 2025 Annual #1 - Cover C Seb McKinnon Variant
POISON IVY 2025 ANNUAL #1 - COVER C SEB MCKINNON VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Poison Ivy 2025 Annual #1 - Cover C Seb McKinnon 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.
Superman Red & Blue 2025 Special #1 - Cover B Michael Walsh Variant
SUPERMAN RED & BLUE 2025 SPECIAL #1 - COVER B MICHAEL WALSH VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Superman Red & Blue 2025 Special #1 - Cover B Michael Walsh 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.
Poison Ivy 2025 Annual #1
POISON IVY 2025 ANNUAL #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Poison Ivy 2025 Annual #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
Transformers #24 - 2nd Printing Jason Howard Autobot
TRANSFORMERS #24 - 2ND PRINTING JASON HOWARD AUTOBOT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Transformers #24 - 2nd Printing Jason Howard Autobot 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 Voice Said Kill #4
THE VOICE SAID KILL #4
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of The Voice Said Kill #4 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.
Escape #1 - 3rd Printing Daniel Acuña
ESCAPE #1 - 3RD PRINTING DANIEL ACUÑA
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Escape #1 - 3rd Printing Daniel Acuña 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.
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!