Nov 19, 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
Radioactive Spider-Man #2 - 1:25 Salvador Larroca Variant
RADIOACTIVE SPIDER-MAN #2 - 1:25 SALVADOR LARROCA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Radioactive Spider-Man #2 - 1:25 Salvador Larroca 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.
All-New Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider #4 - InHyuk Lee Street-Verse Variant
ALL-NEW SPIDER-GWEN: GHOST-SPIDER #4 - INHYUK LEE STREET-VERSE VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of All-New Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider #4 - InHyuk Lee Street-Verse 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.
X-Men of Apocalypse #1 - NYCC 2025 X-Men ‘97 Apocalypse First Look Variant
X-MEN OF APOCALYPSE #1 - NYCC 2025 X-MEN '97 APOCALYPSE FIRST LOOK VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of X-Men of Apocalypse #1 - NYCC 2025 X-Men ‘97 Apocalypse First Look 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
Catwoman #81
CATWOMAN #81
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Catwoman #81 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 Evil #1 - 2nd Printing
ABSOLUTE EVIL #1 - 2ND PRINTING
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Absolute Evil #1 - 2nd Printing 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.
DC / Marvel: Batman / Deadpool #1 - Cover R Ryan Sook Variant
DC / MARVEL: BATMAN / DEADPOOL #1 - COVER R RYAN SOOK VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of DC / Marvel: Batman / Deadpool #1 - Cover R Ryan Sook 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
Lost Fantasy #5 - Cover B Alex Diotto Variant
LOST FANTASY #5 - COVER B ALEX DIOTTO VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Lost Fantasy #5 - Cover B Alex Diotto 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.
Final Boss #1 - PCB Hobby Josh C. Lyman Variant
FINAL BOSS #1 - PCB HOBBY JOSH C. LYMAN VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Final Boss #1 - PCB Hobby Josh C. Lyman 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.
Lost Fantasy #5 - Cover E 1:25 Alex Diotto Virgin Variant
LOST FANTASY #5 - COVER E 1:25 ALEX DIOTTO VIRGIN VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Lost Fantasy #5 - Cover E 1:25 Alex Diotto 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.
Dark Horse Delivers
Powers 25 #3
POWERS 25 #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Powers 25 #3 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!