It’s Monday and you know what that means… it’s time for the staff picks for October 10, 2023.
It’s another edition of Staff Picks. Last week, the TBU staff had different choices in their personal picks. This week, the team seem to be on the same page with both TBU and non-TBU titles. With that being said, let’s get to them. Here are the staff picks of the week for New Comic Book Tuesday, October 10, 2023. (Covers courtesy of DC Comics)
Adil Syed, Staff Writer
Batman: City of Madness #1
This promises to be a beautifully drawn book exploring horror and psychological themes in Gotham and with Batman. Definitely not one to miss.
Wesley Dodds: The Sandman #1
I was a big fan of Venditti’s Hawkman series and I’m excited to see if he can replicate the feel of that book with a character that is not really used by most comics creators
Ian Miller, TBU Comic Cast Host
Batman and Robin #2
Josh Williamson and Simone de Meo pack a lot into this issue, from Batman’s newfound weakness to bats, Damian’s past training, and first day of high school! Though the school setting still needs a lot more development, the action packed nature of the story continues to draw me in.
Green Lantern #4
Jeremy Adams and Xermanico continue to weave a really fun mystery around Hal Jordan, with his confrontation with Sinestro and team up with Barry Allen
Scott Waldyn, Managing Editor
Batman: City of Madness #1
Christian Ward delivers a masterclass Batman tale that weaves in Two-Face, the Court of Owls, and more. It’s an astonishingly beautiful book with gorgeous colors and inventive panels. Simply put, City of Madness is the kind of artistic swing that makes Batman exciting.
Wesley Dodds: The Sandman #1
Spinning out of the New Golden Age established in the ongoing Justice Society of America book, Wesley Dodds: The Sandman #1 is a colorful, fun, and old-fashioned (in a good way) romp that feels weirdly refreshing. Robert Venditti pens a fun story, and Riley Rossmo’s art seals the deal. This book is a visual draw that’s fun and kinetic.
Theodis Wright, Editor-in-Chief
Batman: City of Madness #1
It was really tough to select this over Batman and Robin #2. However, The concept of this story is really different than what’s going on in main continuity. Plus the art is downright beautiful (not taking anything away from Simone Di Meo). That’s what puts it over the top for me.
Superman: Lost #7
Some folks have fallen asleep on this title, not giving it a shot. Others seem to have forgotten about it as well (looking at you, Redditors). I’m neither of these folks. This story has been great in a style that is pure Christopher Priest. I still want to see him with a Batman series/mini-series/whatever. There, I said it.
