Welcome back to another edition of Fantastic Five, where we shout out the best comics of the week! This week, ’80s kids rejoice as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Transformers both earn perfect 10s. Let’s get to the books!
Best comics of the week: December 10, 2025
#5: The End 2099 #1
The End 2099 is the ultimate culmination of Steve Orlando’s ambitious, years-long reconstruction of Marvel’s 2099 universe, delivering a relentless cosmic disaster story that feels both earned and electrifying. With Abyssus devouring worlds, Mephisto scrambling to protect his soul economy, and Spider-Man 2099 standing at the center of collapse, the series fires on all cylinders. Roberson’s explosive visuals and Orlando’s expertly layered mythology transform this into a true event-level spectacle that proves 2099 is no longer a side experiment, but a fully realized corner of Marvel’s future.
Read Dave Brooke’s full review!
#4: Amazing Spider-Man #17
‘Amazing Spider-Man’ #17 does so much right, from visuals to character
Amazing Spider-Man #17 is a gorgeous, emotionally resonant sci-fi romance wrapped in superhero spectacle. Kelly continues to prove how flexible and emotionally rich Peter Parker can be across any genre, while Larraz and Gracia deliver visuals worthy of a major Marvel event. With Hellgate looming and new feelings complicating Peter’s already chaotic life, this issue hits hard on both the heart and the senses.
Read Dave Brooke’s full review!
#3: Transformers #27
‘Transformers’ #27 is a knockout on top of a home run on top of a full house
Transformers #27 is a knockout on top of a home run on top of a full house. There’s so much cool stuff happening so fast, so many new character introductions, changes in allegiances, plot beats advancing… I didn’t even mention the inclusion of a G1-ified design for Slipstream! Dude, SLIPSTREAM! There is so much care and attention being put into making this book engaging, it’s truly giving it 120% and more. This is the exact creative shake up the book needed to stay healthy long term, so many new and exciting ideas. BUY IT!
#2: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #13
‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ #13 brings in a new creative team, a new enemy, and new energy
When all’s said and done, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #13 is a fresh start in all the right ways, introducing a new creative team and launching a new story that honors what came before while forging its own path.
Read Collier Jennings’ full review!
#1: Supergirl #8
Though Supergirl #8 may not be the most upbeat Christmas tale compared to many others, like the holiday specials people watch on TV every year, it still touches upon a relatable human experience, and centers its story on reminding the protagonist what truly matters to them. In this regard, Supergirl #8 succeeds as both a holiday special and a standalone tale.
