Welcome to Friday, and to another edition of Fantastic Five, AIPT’s look back at the best comics of the week! This week sees two indie titles, Uncle Scrooge’s Marvel debut, and more. Let’s take a look at the books!
The best comics of the week of June 19, 2024
#5: Uncle Scrooge and the Infinity Dime #1
Uncle Scrooge and the Infinity Dime #1 is as endearing as comics can be, with a good dash of whimsy thrown in for good measure. Whether you’re a Scrooge superfan or completely green to this money fiend, give this comic a shot, and you’ll find it’s a great chapter for this historic character.
Read David Brooke’s full review!
#4: Ultimate Spider-Man #6
Ultimate Spider-Man #6 has everything fans have been asking for in a Spider-Man comic. It features big action, wholesome Peter and MJ scenes, and exceptional art. It also continues to show a Spider-Man who is older but way more green than ever as he tries to figure out this superhero thing.
Read David Brooke’s full review!
#3: Redcoat #3
Redcoat is a smart take on a different American history, with a lot of fantasy thrown in. The world-building is layered with excellent art and action. By the end of this issue, it’s quite clear that the possibilities are endless for this positively electric premise turned to life by Hitch and Johns.
Read David Brooke’s full review!
#2: The One Hand #5
The science fiction of it all comes to a head in The One Hand #5. Satisfying answers await in what has to be the best mystery comic you’ll read this decade.
Read David Brooke’s full review!
#1: John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America #6
Brilliantly written and illustrated, John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America #6 is a stunning examination of everyone’s favorite storytelling medium: comic books. Spurrier’s text explodes with horror and humor that only a Hellblazer comic can bring to the table. Spurrier uses the inherent horror of Hellblazer to perfectly convey the narrative’s subtext surrounding sacrifice. Additionally, Aaron Campbell’s panel work perfectly captures the fourth-wall-breaking abilities of the metamancer and the horror vibes of the story’s conflict. Moreover, Jordie Bellaire’s colors bring the story of our perished protagonist to life.
Read Chris Showalter’s full review!
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