New Creator-Owned Comics This Week: June 14, 2023

This week is packed with new creator-owned comics of all kinds! From high-fantasy adventures to sci-fi epics in the making, you’ll be happy to discover plenty of diverse titles as your choice reads for the week. Image Comics has been on a roll lately in delivering fresh titles that new readers can easily jump into. Each week feels like a new chance to discover your next favorite comic series.

Let's dive into the new creator-owned comics we're excited about this week!

Something Epic #2

By Szymon Kudranski

Image: Image Comics

After learning the harsh truth about his mom, Danny starts dipping deeper into the imaginary world. While it seems like he’s the only one who can see the strange characters walking around, their absurdity helps him find solace during such a turbulent time. The young boy’s adventure to discover more about himself and his powers is only beginning from here.

Void Rivals #1

By Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici

Image: Image Comics

Void Rivals is the latest comic from acclaimed creators Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici. It’s about two soldiers from warring worlds who crash land on a desolate planet together. The two enemies must work together to escape or be taken by the strange forces that lurk on the lonely planet. You never know what to expect in a universe shaped by war and cosmic destruction.

Old Dog #5

By Declan Shalvey

Image: Image Comics

A new and horrifying mission starts now for Retriever. A freak accident within the halls of the Black Circle has let loose a gruesome monster. There’s no time to find out if what happened was truly an accident or a planned attack against the organization. The Old Dog will have to pull out some new tricks if he wants to get everyone in the Black Circle out alive.

Battle Chasers #10

By Joe Madureira and Ludo Lullabi

Image: Image Comics

The beloved fantasy series by Joe Mad finally returns to continue its story after over twenty years. With work by celebrated game and comics artist Ludo Lullabi, Battle Chasers picks things up with a brand new story arc titled “Martial Law.” The swordsman Garrison and fugitive Red Monika find themselves in the middle of a supernatural gang war. There's no rest for the wicked in this massive 36-page relaunch.

Immortal Sergeant #6

By Joe Kelly and J.M. Ken Niimura

Image: Image Comics

The relationship between Sarge and Michael continues to be shaky, at best. It doesn’t help when Michael accidentally derails Sarge’s entire investigation. Even on Michael’s birthday, tensions rise between the dysfunctional father and son duo.

Klik Klik Boom #1

By Doug Wagner, Douglas Dabbs, and Matt Wilson

Image: Image Comics

New series alert! Sprout is not like most girls. She’s mute and can only communicate using Polaroid pictures. She’s also a highly trained assassin. Having been raised in Idaho by her doomsday-prepping grandfather, Sprout has never stepped foot in the big city. Everything changes when Sprout's grandpa gets murdered. The young girl is the only one who can avenge his death, even if it means taking a trip to New York City.

Ghostlore #2

By Cullen Bunn, Leomacs, Jason Wordie, and Danny Luckert

Image: BOOM! Studios

Cullen Bunn continues to weave an all-new horror tale in Ghostlore. After surviving a horrific accident, Pastor Lucas and his daughter Harmony get cursed with the ability to perceive the dead. The two are overwhelmed by the restless spirits and their endless cries for help. Lucas and Harmony must reconcile their differing beliefs to help the ghosts that cross their path or risk being torn apart.

Monarch #5

By Rodney Barnes, Alex Lins, and Luis NCT

Image: Image Comics

Daysha’s life hangs in the balance after getting betrayed by an old friend. It’s up to Travon to save the love of his life while still battling the endless swarm of creatures from outer space. The fate of mankind and Daysha all rests on the shoulders of the boy who’s not of this world.

Queen of Swords: A Barbaric Story #1

By Michael Moreci, Corin Howell, and Kike J. Diaz

Image: Vault Comics

Bursting from the pages of Barbaric is an all-new fantasy adventure by series creator Michael Moreci! A witch, an assassin, and a barbarian come together for an adventure filled with mayhem, humor, and blood! Then at the heart of the party is a bloodthirsty sword that can’t stop talking! This is the perfect comic to step into the crazy world of Barbaric!

Miss Truesdale and the Fall of Hyperborea #2

By Mike Mignola and Jesse Lonergan

Image: Dark Horse Comics

Mike Mignola teams with artist Jesse Lonergan to bring to life a tale that weaves together the Victorian era with ancient Greek mythology. After discovering her connection to a gladiator from Ancient Hyperborea, Miss Trusdale must face the evil forces that once lurked during ancient history.