Jun 10, 2026 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
Jay & Silent Bob: Jays of Future Past #1 - Phil Noto Homage Variant
JAY & SILENT BOB: JAYS OF FUTURE PAST #1 - PHIL NOTO HOMAGE VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Jay & Silent Bob: Jays of Future Past #1 - Phil Noto Homage 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.
Fantastic Four: First Foes – Shalla-Bal #1
FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST FOES – SHALLA-BAL #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Fantastic Four: First Foes – Shalla-Bal #1 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.
Alien: King Killer #3
ALIEN: KING KILLER #3
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Alien: King Killer #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.
DC’s Dark Knights and Bright Heroes
Absolute Catwoman #1 - Walt’s Comic Shop / Kings Comics Belén Ortega Variant
ABSOLUTE CATWOMAN #1 - WALT'S COMIC SHOP / KINGS COMICS BELÉN ORTEGA VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Absolute Catwoman #1 - Walt’s Comic Shop / Kings Comics Belén Ortega 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.
Batwoman #4
BATWOMAN #4
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Batwoman #4 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 Batman #21 - Cover C Nick Dragotta Variant
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #21 - COVER C NICK DRAGOTTA VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Absolute Batman #21 - Cover C Nick Dragotta 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
Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #8 - 2nd Printing Jason Howard
INVINCIBLE UNIVERSE: BATTLE BEAST #8 - 2ND PRINTING JASON HOWARD
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #8 - 2nd Printing Jason Howard 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.
Transformers #33 - Cover E 1:50 E. J. Su Variant
TRANSFORMERS #33 - COVER E 1:50 E. J. SU VARIANT
The latest chapter in this acclaimed series continues to deliver spectacular storytelling and artwork.
This week’s release of Transformers #33 - Cover E 1:50 E. J. Su 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.
Gehenna in Tokyo #1 - Cover H Zawayuki NSFW Variant
GEHENNA IN TOKYO #1 - COVER H ZAWAYUKI NSFW VARIANT
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Gehenna in Tokyo #1 - Cover H Zawayuki NSFW 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
Skate Ali #1
SKATE ALI #1
A brand new series launches with this premier issue, promising exciting adventures ahead.
This week’s release of Skate Ali #1 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!