New Creator-Owned Comics This Week: April 19, 2023

There's no better time than now to be a comic book fan. While both Marvel Comics and DC have been killing it on the superhero front, independent publishers like Image Comics and BOOM! Studios continue to redefine what more can be done in the world of comics. Have you got the itch for some thrilling sci-fi? Or maybe you're in the mood for bone-chilling horror? The world of creator-owned comics has all of those and more for you to choose from this week!

Let's check out some of our favorite creator-owned comics coming out this week!

No/One #2

By Kyle Higgins, Brian Buccellato, Geraldo Borges

Image: Image Comics

As bodies continue piling up in the streets of Pittsburgh, police chief Ben Kern goes on a personal vendetta to find the killer that leaves victims with four bullets in their chests. The vigilante No/One, on the other hand, has a way of dealing justice against the corrupt people controlling the city. While this series only just beginning, it’s got us hooked on the mysteries behind the Massive-Verse.

Rogue Sun #12

By Ryan Parrott, Abel, Natalia Marques, Becca Carey

Image: Image Comics

After making a precarious deal to gain possession of the legendary weapon known as The Quill, Rogue Sun is ready to take on Hellbent, the mythical villain that’s been terrorizing Dylan and everything he loves. With new powers at his disposal, Rogue Sun races against time to put a stop to the hooded villain and save the people he cares for the most. This is one epic showdown that cannot be missed!

House of Slaughter #14

By James Tynion IV, Tate Brombal, Werther Dell'Edera, Antonio Fuso

Image: BOOM! Studios

It all comes to a head in this exciting new issue! Sunny faces a deadly hazing ritual where the only options are to survive or let the darkness within take over. At the same time, Jace comes face-to-face with a mysterious woman who somehow has a connection to his troubled past. 

Immortal Sergeant #4

By Joe Kelly and J.M. Ken Niimura

Image: Image Comics

Tension gets really high between Sarge and Michael as their chase for someone lands them across state lines. With Sarge being the hardass that he is, Michael tries his best to piece together everything that’s going on. But as the story unfolds, Micheal learns more about the sad experiences that have pushed Sarge to be so extreme.

Harrower #3

By Justin Jordan and Brahm Revel

Image: BOOM! Studios

All hell broke loose when the Harrower went on his insane rampage. With nowhere to escape, Jessa and the others have no other option but to fight the unkillable killer. This leads the kids down a gory path to unearthing the horrific skeletons that are hidden away in the town’s closet.

Hitomi #5

By H.S. Tak and Isabella Mazzanti

Image: Image Comics

In the thrilling finale of this dazzling miniseries, Hitomi finds herself on opposite sides of the battlefield against her former master Yasuke. After honing her skills and making a name for herself as a formidable warrior, it’s time for the young warrior to finally confront Yasuke about the horrific crimes he committed against her family in the past.

The Forged #2

By Greg Rucka, Eric Trautmann, and Mike Henderson

Image: Image Comics

After what was thought to be another routine recovery mission goes awry, The Forged find themselves trapped in the hellscape of planet Gehenna. With nothing but the mechanized gear on their backs, Vic and the team might for their lives against the bloodthirsty inhabitants of the alien planet.

Terrorwar #1

By Saladin Ahmed, Dave Acosta, Jay Leisten, Walter Pereyra, and Shawn Lee

Image: Image Comics

Superstar creators Saladin Ahmend and Dave Acosta come together for a psychedelic horror about the last flicker of humanity fighting to survive against mind-bending monsters. Led by the grizzled Muhammed Cho, the Terrorfighters are ready to fight tooth and nail as long as they get paid.