Best Image Comics: Week of December 27, 2023

Image Comics kills it every time with their new releases, and this week is a testament to that! Stacked with sci-fi to horror, and a bit of superhero stories mixed in there, this week has every kind of comic you could look for to dive right into. Which ones should you pick up? Let’s close out this year by checking out some of the best new Image comics coming out this week!

W0rldtr33 #6

By James Tynion IV, Fernando Blanco, and Jordie Bellaire

Image: Image Comics

W0rldtr33 is back, and it’s looking more terrifying than ever! We finally see the aftermath of the surprising events that happened in issue #5. With most of the Internet down throughout the world, the team must pick up the pieces of Gabriel’s mission to end the Undernet. Meanwhile, Agent Silk looks to track down the mysterious woman PH34R and uncover her dark origins.

Duke #1

By Joshua Williamson, Tom Reilly, and Jordie Bellaire

Image: Skybound

The world of G.I. Joe finally steps into the fray of the Energon Universe with this new series, Duke! The decorated soldier is on the hunt for answers after coming in contact with the Decepticons and living to tell the tale. Because no one believes his story of seeing a jet fighter transform into a colossal robot, Duke sets out on a one-man mission to protect Earth against a force that hides in plain sight. With superstar writer Joshua Williamson and artist Tom Reilly on the creative team, this one is going to be huge!

Fire Power #30

By Robert Kirkman, Chris Samnee, Matt Wilson, and Rus Wooton

Image: Skybound

Prepare for one explosive series finale! It all comes down to this big moment for Owen. After all the training, heartbreak, and acceptance of his Fire Powers, the hero is tasked with conquering the impossible one last time. After all these years, Robert Kirkman still can’t miss!

Universal Monsters: Dracula #3

By James Tynion IV and Martin Simmonds

Image: Skybound

Here’s another Tynion horror comic for you to sink your teeth into this week! This time in a more classical sense of terror. In the latest issue of Dracula, Lucy continues showing more signs that she is under the influence of a blood-sucking monster. Dr. Seward must work fast with his back against the wall or risk losing Lucy forever.

The Bone Orchard Mythos: Tenement #7

By Jeff Lemire, Andrea Sorrentino, and Dave Stewart

Image: Image Comics

If you’ve been following the mysterious series of comics created by Jeff Lemire and Andrea Sorrentino, then you don’t want to miss this next massive issue! Revelations are afoot as this latest issue will uncover the secrets about the Bone Orchard that fans have been waiting for!

Local Man #8

By Tim Seeley, Tony Fleecs, Felipe Sobreiro, and Brad Simpson

Image: Image Comics

Your friendly neighborhood Local Man can’t seem to catch a break, huh? The hunt for the monster terrorizing town keeps leading him to the strangest character imaginable. What sort of hijinks is he going to land on next? With creatures and crazed supervillains always afoot, you never what to expect from this romp of a series!

The Holy Roller #2

By Rick Remender, Joe Trohman, Andy Samberg, and Roland Boschi

Image: Image Comics

Rick Remender’s latest and strangest superhero story is back in this new issue of The Holy Roller. After coming face-to-face with an evil he thought was long buried by time, Levi Cohen takes up the mantle of unlikely hero. With nothing but a bowling ball in his hand, the man sets out to strike down the corruption that plagues his hometown.

Edenwood #3

By Tony S. Daniel and Natalia Marques

Image: Image Comics

The war between demons and witches rages on in the latest issue of Edenwood. As Rion faces his toughest challenge yet, an old friend returns with information that could turn the tide of war. As if this series wasn’t exciting enough, it’s looking like things are only going to get crazier from here!