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

It’s another massive week for creator-owned comics! While Image Comics has the most titles to look forward to, BOOM! Studios is bringing the heaviest hitter among the entire bunch. It feels like I say this week after week, but there are absolute bangers of comics to check out from top to bottom. You’d be missing out on some of the best stories you can find if you don’t have at least two of these upcoming titles as part of your pull list.

Let’s check out the creator-owned comics we’re most excited about reading this week!

Something is Killing the Children #31

By James Tynion IV, Werther Dell'Edera, and Miquel Muerto

Image: BOOM! Studios

James Tynion IV and Werther Dell'Edera’s smash hit horror series returns with a brand-new story arc. After barely surviving against the Duplicitype monster, Erica must now deal with the murderous and vengeful Cutter on her trail. If she can’t put a stop to him, then it’s big trouble for the people of Tribulation.

Radiant Black #25

By Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark, Marcelo Costa, Eduardo Ferigato, Raul Angulo, and Becca Carey

Image: Image Comics

The Catalyst War starts here! The creators of the Radiants have come to Earth to claim what’s rightfully theirs. With the end of the world inching closer by the second, Nathan and Marshall must still face the toughest decision of all: which one of them will be the sole user of Radiant Black?

Void Rivals #2

By Robert Kirkman, Lorenzo De Felici, and Mat Lopes

Image: Skybound

The new story set within the intriguing Energon Universes continues in the latest issue of Void Rivals! After the shocking revelation at the end of the debut issue, Darak and Solila face a truth about the Sacred Ring’s never-ending war they didn’t think was possible. But to deliver that news back home, they both need to find a way to get off that desolate moon.

I Hate Fairyland #7

By Skottie Young and Brett Bean

Image: Image Comics

If there’s one person crazy enough to kill Gert, it’s Gert herself! King Cloudius has devised the best way to get Gert out of Fairyland is to recruit every Gert that’s ever existed and put them all in a battle to the death. Only in Fairyland can you expect such an outrageously bloody plot.

Time Before Time #25

By Declan Shalvey, Rory McConville, Geoffo, Chris O'Halloran

Image: Image Comics

The final story arc of the hit time-travel series starts in this latest issue! A masked vigilante emerges and stalks The Syndicate from the shadows. All the while Marston finds himself on the brink of achieving his ultimate goal. Time is ticking until the story reaches its thrilling finale!

A Vicious Circle #2

By Mattson Tomlin and Lee Bermejo

Image: BOOM! Studios

The second act in the time-traveling battle between two rival assassins starts with this massive issue. This time, Thacker and Ferris find themselves jumping from 2090 Copenhagen to 1938 Nazi Germany. With each new era the killers land in, artist Lee Bermejo masterfully shifts his art style to match the changing mood and tone.

Big Game #1

By Mark Millar and Pepe Larraz

Image: Millarworld

All of Millarworld collides at the start of Big Game! The big players from Kick-Ass, Nemesis, Kingsman, Wanted, and more are all coming together for this special, action-packed event. It’s going to have the craziness of Millarworld like you’ve never seen before.

Battle Chasers #11

By Joe Madureira and Ludo Lullabi

Image: Image Comics

As the battle rages on against the supernatural killers known as the Martial Paladins, Garrison begins to draw on the power of his cursed blade. That transformation will reveal secrets about the retired swordsman he thought to be long dead behind him.

Terrorwar #4

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

Image: Image Comics

After striking a deal with some powerful folk in the city, Muhammad and his team of Terrorfighters are sent on a suicide mission. After another massive Terror attack, the crew discovers a dark truth about the tragic war they’ve spent their lives fighting.

Arcade Kings #3

By Dylan Burnett, Walter Baiamonte, and Sara Antonellini

Image: Skybound

Gear up for round three of the neon-colored romp, Arcade Kings! After losing to his brother Joe, Ken sets out to train at The Row. It’s where all of the strongest arcades are in Infinity City. Unfortunately for Ken, Victor McMax also has his eyes set on taking over the territory. It’s up to the spirited brawler to put his skills to the test and protect his new home.