Every week, we take a look at some of the most bizarre, exciting, and downright unique things to happen in comics. Check out our choices of the strange and wacky things that shouldn’t be overlooked from this week’s releases.
There may be some tiny spoilers ahead.
Civil War II #2
Best Reason Tony Stark Is Still Kind of a Jerk
Tony Stark is a little upset. His best friend was just brutally injured. He blames it on the fact that a new Inhuman with precognitive powers provided the disastrous mission. Now, Tony wants to know how the precog’s mind works and lightly subjected him to some unpleasant stimuli.
Civil War II #2
Most Terrifying Vision
Ulysses, the Inhuman, has another vision. This time it shows Hulk destroying the Avengers. What might make it even scarier is it looks like he might not be wearing pants.
Superman #1
Best “This is a Job for Superman” Moment
With the return of a more classic Superman, it’s fantastic to see the traditional S-symbol. The New 52 version wasn’t much different, but this one has a different vibe to it.
Superman #1
Most Haunting Image of DC’s Trinity
Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman are considered DC’s Trinity of superheroes. When Diana and Bruce pay a visit to Superman and Clark’s kid. Jon looks on from his bedroom window, and he gets a pretty creepy look from the three.
Han Solo #1
Best Reason to be Careful What You Ask For
Leia needs Han to go on a super top secret mission for the Republic. Only one other person knows about it. Han tells her that he’ll need to reason to leave the base. She gives him a good one…or five…balled into a fist.
Batman #1
Best Way to Know When Batman is in a Dire Situation
When a plane was hit by a missile, Batman was able to put some jets on the wings to stabilize it. As the plane is about to make a crash landing, Batman is required to stay on top in order to keep it going at the right angle of descent. Knowing he has no way to survive this, he asks Alfred if this death would make his parents proud.
Nova #8
Best Words of Encouragement During a Battle
As the heroes rush into a crazy and deadly battle, Spider-Man offers words of wisdom about the fight.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #59
Best Fight Scene
Master Splinter gets set up and attacked. He’s a highly skilled fighter but could this be too much for him? Is this the end for Splinter?
Amazing Spider-Man #14
Best Example of Hearing a “Peep” From Someone
There’s a new supervillain named Regent, and he’s been kidnapping superpowered individuals in order to collect their powers. Spider-Man discusses the missing heroes with Iron Man, Mary Jane, and Jarvis. Jarvis mentions there hasn’t been a peep from the other Avengers. This is followed by the entrance of Redwing, Sam Wilson’s flying companion.
Justice League #51
Best Lesson in Throwing by Wonder Woman
In a flashback story, Robin meets the Justice League for the first time. During a battle, he throws one of his Robin-arang things at a foe. Wonder Woman is impressed but shows him how it’s really done.
Deadpool #14
Best Game of Thrones Reference
Deadpool and his wife, Shiklah, haven’t seen each other in a while. She insists they watch some TV since their “recording contraption” is full. From the audio, it turns out the two are into watching Game of Thrones.
Deadpool #14
Best Alternate Name for a Taxi Cab
During the battle (seen in some of the other moments this week), Slapstick decides to get a ride to the fight. It appears some people are starting to forget what a regular taxi is called.
Scooby Apocalypse
Best Reason to Yell “Jinkies!”
In this new take on the Scooby-Doo characters, a top secret nanite plague has been unleashed on the population. Velma comes across a co-worker at the facility and gets an unexpected surprise. She yells out her famous catchphrase from the animated series.
Scooby Apocalypse #2
Best Update to the Mystery Machine
As the dangers in this world are more serious than they were in the old Scooby cartoons, the gang is getting an upgrade to their classic vehicle.
Weird Detective #1
Best Reason Your Pets Might Randomly Stare at You
If you have a dog or cat as a pet, you’ve probably experienced them simply staring at you. It turns out they’re trying to talk to you, but you’re just not capable of communicating with them.
Weird Detective #1
Most Gruesome way to Die
We see a few different murders in this issue. One might argue that having your skin seemingly flayed off or falling out of a building is bad, but getting pulled into an actual toilet wouldn’t be very pleasant.
Star Wars #20
Best Flying Rescue
Luke’s Uncle Owen is abducted in a way to try to draw out Ben Kenobi. Owen ends up getting thrown off a cliff but is rescued by young Luke in his T-16 Skyhopper.
Spider-Gwen #9
Best Analysis of People Using Dating Apps
A lot of people must use dating apps since there are different ones out there. As some of Gwen’s friends are making fun of the people on there, a thoughtful viewpoint on people, in general, is given.
Titans: Rebirth #1
Best Group Hug
Wally West was the only hero from the previous timeline that remembered the way things were. As the original Titans confront him, not knowing who he is, they begin to have their old memories awakened. The end result is a nice happy reunion.
That’s it this week. Let us know in the comments below what other Best Stuff you dug this past week. Special thanks to @Jawshco and @thevinomonster for their suggestions. If you want to participate or felt we missed some other Best Stuff, don’t complain, contribute, especially if you didn’t offer any suggestions. Each week you can @reply me on Twitter at @GManFromHeck by Saturdays using the hashtag #BestStuffInComics. We’ll give you a shout out and I’ll think you’re pretty groovy.
Be sure to always look for the best stuff and always be sure to avoid questionable toilets in buildings being remodeled.