Best Indie Comics: Week of August 07, 2024

Are you still feeling the hype from the stellar San Diego Comic-Con a few weekends back? Let’s keep that hype train going with another week of fantastic releases from some of the best indie comic book publishers out there. From Image Comics to BOOM! Studios, a lot of what’s on this list made a splash during SDCC. So, be on the lookout for the hot new series debuts that you’re going to want to have on your pull list next. Let’s see what we have to look forward to this week, shall we?

Best Image Comics of the Week

Scarlett #3

By Kelly Thompson, Marco Ferrari, and Lee Loughridge

Image: Skybound

Scarlett continues to fight her way through the tests laid out by the Arashikage clan. This time, she must complete a death-defying mission that pits her against an army of thugs who’ve been given the order to take her out. But while Scarlett puts her life on the line, Jynx must also choose who she truly trusts in their dangerous world. 

The Deviant #7

By James Tynion IV, Josh Hixson, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou 

Image: Image Comics

The web of mystery continues to unravel in the latest issue of The Deviant! While Michael is on the run for being accused of being a copycat killer, Derek works to put the pieces together to clear his lover’s name. The key to it all rests with Randall, the original Deviant Killer himself. 

Ain’t No Grave #4

By Skottie Young, Jorge Corona, Jean-François Beaulieu, and Nate Piekos

Image: Image Comics

After her deadly ride on the riverboat from hell, Ryder finds herself washed up ashore near an abandoned mine. There is where she must unearth hidden truths about her past, present, and future. Don’t miss out on this latest issue of one of the best new miniseries from Image Comics this year. 

Public Domain #7

By Chip Zdarsky

Image: Image Comics

A new comic book artist is rolling into town in the latest issue of Chip Zdarsky’s Eisner Award-winning comic series, Public Domain! Teddy Krank is his name and he’s looking to make a splash around Syd’s comic shop. How will things change with the world’s hottest comic book artist around? Check out the issue to find out!

The Power Fantasy #1

By Kieron Gillen, Caspar Wijngaard, and Clayton Cowles

Image: Image Comics

New miniseries alert and this is a big one! Creators Kieron Gillen and Caspar Wijngaard introduce us to the Nuclear Family, a group of superpowered individuals who each have their unique views about how to use their power. They are so powerful that the world’s safety hinges on them never coming into conflict with each other. Filled with drama and intriguing characters, this is a new series to look for this year! 

C.O.W.L. 1964 #1

By Kyle Higgins, Alec Siegel, Rod Reis, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou

Image: Image Comics

Discover the origins of the Massive-Verse in this hot new comic miniseries by creator Kyle Higgins! The story travels back to 1964, the year when the Chicago Organized Workers League (aka C.O.W.L.) went national. It weaves the story of how the universe’s first league of superheroes got off the ground during a time when evil lurked in the shadows. 

Check out a preview of C.O.W.L. 1964 #1 right here!

Kaya #20

By Wes Craig, Jason Wordie, and Andworld

Image: Image Comics

It’s a new adventure for Kaya in this latest issue! While on the Dragon Road, Kaya and Jin face waves of new threats from the Robot Empire. The brother and sister duo must still pick up the pieces of their last mission that didn’t go exactly as planned. Looks like thieves and assassins are the least of their new problems. Don’t miss out on this amazing comic series!

Best Dynamite Comic of the week

Space Ghost #4

By David Pepose, Jonathan Lau, Taylor Esposito, and Andrew Dalhouse

Image: Dynamite Entertainment

Explore the latest adventure in Space Ghost’s wild journey through the galaxy. In this new issue, Space Ghost faces off against a familiar face in Zorak. The Zorathian warrior is out for revenge because Space Ghost was the one who got him locked up in prison. But now that he’s free, he’s ready to wreak havoc on the galaxy once again.

Best BOOM! Studios comic of the week

A Vicious Circle #3

By Mattson Tomlin and Lee Bermejo

Image: BOOM! Studios

Miniseries finale time! This thrilling comic series comes to a close with Ferris and Thacker forming an unexpected alliance. Together, they go back to where this whole adventure started. But will they finally break the cycle of violence or are they destined to keep going forever? Now is the time to catch up on this action-packed series! 

Check out a preview of A Vicious Circle #3 right here!

Best Dark Horse Comic of the week

Canto: A Place Like Home #3

By David M. Booher, Drew Zucker, Vittorio Astone, and Andworld Design

Image: Dark Horse Comics

The battle rages on in the Unnamed World. Canto and his allies are forced to retreat as they are pushed to the brink of survival. But they quickly learn that the Shrouded Man is a tenacious one who will not stop until he eliminates them all. The only safe place for Canto in his wartorn world is home. There is where he must pick up the pieces for the journey ahead.