Last weeks Hot 8 was just part of the mound of books the 2 Adams reviewed on the podcast. It worked so well I thought I would give it another go with this weeks books. So here are the comics that The Comic Hour are looking forward to for Wednesday June 3, 2009. I give you... this weeks Hot 6!
Batman and Robin #1
STORY: Grant Morrison
ART: Frank Quitely
COVER: Frank Quitely
PUBLISHER: DC Comics
PRICE: $2.99
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday June 3, 2009
"Batman Reborn" begins here! With the reunited team of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, WE3,New X-Men), this first issue kicks off a 3-part story arc that can't be missed! The new Dynamic Duo hit the streets with a bang in their new flying Batmobile as they face off against an assemblage of villains called the Circus of Strange. They also tackle their first mission investigating a child who's been abducted by the mysterious Domino Killer. But will everything go smoothly? And who exactly are the new Batman and Robin? The newest era of The Dark Knight begins here!
Jonah Hex #44
STORY: Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Grey
ART: Cristiano Cucina
COVER: Cristiano Cucina
PUBLISHER: DC Comics
PRICE: $2.99
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday June 3, 2009
The "Six Gun War" epic starts here! Quentin Turnbull is out for vengeance on the man he believes is responsible for killing his son – and that man is Jonah Hex! Bullets, broads and banditos abound in this 6-part storyarc. Guest starring El Papagayo, Tallulah Black and the always-charming Bat Lash!
Black Panther #5
STORY: Reginald Hudlin
ART: Ken Lashley
COVER: J. Scott Campbell
PUBLISHER: Marvel Comics
PRICE: $2.99
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday June 3, 2009
“DEADLIEST OF THE SPECIES,” PART 5 Wakanda stands at the brink. Morlun -- Devourer of Totems -- is cutting through the Wakanda army life a hot knife through butter as he descends on the palace to feast on T’Challa’s body. Absolutely nothing can stop him. Wakanda’s only hope is the new Black Panther…if she’s worthy to inherit the mantle.
Dark Avengers #5
STORY: Brian Michael Bendis
ART: Mike Deodato
COVER: Mike Deodato
PUBLISHER: Marvel Comics
PRICE: $3.99
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday June 3, 2009
When the public is reminded of Norman's terrible past, Norman's wheeling and dealing becomes a public concern. Plus, some of the Avengers are getting frisky with each other, and that can't be good. Plus the return of...the Cabal!
Scalped #29
STORY: Jason Aaron
ART: R.M. Guera
COVER: Jock
PUBLISHER: Vertigo Comics
PRICE: $2.99
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday June 3, 2009
Just when you thought Dash Bad Horse was already pushed as far over the edge as he could be, along comes the dramatic conclusion to "High Lonesome" to push him a little farther. The Crazy Horse Casino is being robbed, and a drugged-out Dash is forced to help in order to protect his greatest secret. But it's not just his secret that's on the line here – his life, his sanity and perhaps his very soul face dire consequences.
Spawn #192
STORY: Todd McFarlane, Brian Holguin
ART: Wilce Portacio, Todd McFarlane
COVER: Wilce Portacio, Todd McFarlane
PUBLISHER: Image Comics
PRICE: $2.99
RELEASE DATE: Wednesday June 3, 2009
“ENDGAME,” Part Eight
Realizing that there is no one he can fully trust, Jim sets out on his own, growing increasingly paranoid and desperate for answers regarding his identity. As he becomes more and more reliant on the Spawn entity to sustain him, enemies begin closing in from all sides. Meanwhile, detectives Sam and Twitch make a surprising discovery.
See you in the future! AC