NEW COMICS 4 THIS WEEK (12/17/25)
*All comics will be rated on a scale from 1 to 10*
Absolute Flash # 10 (7.5/10)
Alien Vs. Captain America # 2 (9/10)
Amazing Spider-Man: Torn # 3 (7.5/10)
Black Cat # 5 (9/10)
Daredevil & The Punisher: The Devil’s Machine # 2 (9.5/10)
DC K.O.: Harley Quinn Vs. Zatanna # 1 (10/10)
Harley Quinn x Elvira # 3 (8/10)
Radioactive Spider-Man # 3 (9/10)
Space Ghost # 6 (7/10)
Superman Unlimited # 8 (7/10)
DC K.O.: Harley Quinn Vs. Zatanna # 1– Among all the fights from “DC K.O.,” this one was the most unexpected, pitting might against magic and fueling the conflict, especially with Harley’s skills in hitting below the belt against Zatanna, set in a hall of mirrors. From Harley breaking the fourth wall as usual to Zatanna finding ways to defeat her without magic, Leah Williams clearly enjoyed writing these characters, creating a match-up that feels odd but works well. Harley’s background as a psychiatrist helps her exploit Zatanna’s mental vulnerabilities, though fans might find the fourth-wall breaks tiresome after a few pages. Zatanna is portrayed as a genuinely terrifying hero rather than just a magician, making her a complex character—especially under a skilled writer—and Mirka Andolfo’s energetic art adds an unexpected, wild element that complements Williams’ script. While this is a bizarre contest for the title of “King Omega,” it turned out to be one of the most fun and engaging entries in DC K.O., likely to surprise fans with its success.
Space Ghost # 6– Space Ghost goes full vampire in this stand-alone issue. The story never feels stretched by its main premise. Props to David Pepose for taking a concept that could have felt hokey and instead bringing tons of suspense and horror, making it enjoyable. Pepose once again manages to make Jan, Jace, and Blip important characters. This is the perfect showcase for them, especially since they’re racing against time to save S.G. while the sci-fi and pulp elements remain intact, balancing the terror without unnecessary exposition. The story hits the ground running with a scary narrative packed with action. This self-contained story is worth checking out and makes a strong case as one of Dynamite’s strongest titles to date.
Superman Unlimited # 8 -It’s always interesting to see a Superman/Guy Gardner team-up, but this issue, while dynamic, adds little to the overarching plot. The main weakness is the generic alien invasion, which feels like filler and lacks entertainment value. Dan Slott and Jeremy Adams, sharing writing duties, do excel with character moments, especially Guy Gardner’s bravado, Lois Lane’s resourcefulness as Daily Planet editor-in-chief, and Toyman’s unexpected heroism. However, the story never fully develops its central conflict. As a standalone, it’s fun for Guy Gardner fans, but the story would be more memorable with a stronger, more innovative main plot. If Slott and Adams revisit this team-up, avoiding another generic alien invasion in favor of a fresher idea would result in a more engaging story.
Well, that’s it for me. Thanks for sticking around, and I look forward to seeing you all next time.
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