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Featured This Week Comics, Graphic Novels, & Toys for 6/7/23

Every week PREVIEWSworld calls attention to those comics, graphic novels and manga, and toys which stand out from all the rest. These titles from Premier Vendors and independent publishers should be at the top of your list, and can be found at your local comic shop on June 7!

See all the New Releases for June 7 here!

Comics

IMAGE COMICS
IN HELL WE FIGHT #1 CVR A JOK
(W) John Layman (A/CA) Jok
SERIES PREMIERE

Life in hell ain't easy. Demons try to torture you for all eternity. Monsters want to eat you. There's a stunning lack of reliable indoor plumbing. And it's almost impossible to get ice cream. At least, until today, when three condemned teens and their annoying tagalong demon frenemy embark on a daring scheme to hijack a demon lord's delivery truck. What happens next will take them on an epic journey across the underworld, an infernal excursion of nonstop excitement, danger, and adventure.

Presenting a devilishly fun new series from multiple Eisner-winning writer/letterer JOHN LAYMAN (CHEW, Suicide Squad: Kill Arkham Asylum) and Argentinian superstar artist JOK.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $3.99
PREVIEWS Page #44

DYNAMITE
DISNEY VILLAINS MALEFICENT #2 CVR A JAE LEE
(W) Soo Lee (A) Soo Lee (CA) Jae Lee
Chapter Two: "The Well-Meaning Prince." A brave lad approaches the Forbidden Mountain, eager to find his lost brother, who is said to have wandered where he shouldn't have. The prince will be espied by a foreboding crow, stalked by an ominous serpent, and shown the true, awful personification of evil...Maleficent.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $3.99
PREVIEWS Page #155

BOOM! STUDIOS
FENCE REDEMPTION #1 (OF 4) CVR A JOHANNA
(W) C.S. Pacat (A/CA) Johanna the Mad
USA Today best-selling author C. S. Pacat (Dark Knights of Steel: Tales From the Three Kingdoms, Dark Rise) and acclaimed cartoonist Johanna the Mad (Wynd) continue their winning streak with the continuation of the on-point GLAAD Media Award-nominated series!
Return to the thrilling world of high-stakes, competitive fencing with a brand new story featuring the beloved cast of characters from the original hit series.
Are Senji and Jesse really through? The rumors around Halverton, the prestigious fencing training camp, have spread like wildfire, but it's not long before a mystery fencer arrives-one who may finally pose a threat to the #1 spot.
Will Senji's unquenchable quest for rivalry be what finally makes him leave Nicholas behind?  
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $4.99
PREVIEWS Page #100

MARVEL COMICS
LOKI #1 (OF 4)
(W) Dan Watters (A) German Peralta (CA) Dustin Nguyen
LOKI SAVES THE MARVEL UNIVERSE?
He may be the "benevolent" God of Stories now, but Loki's past as the God of Lies returns to haunt him when ancient, powerful weapons he once built end up scattered across the Ten Realms! Loki must track down these weapons before they fall into the wrong hands and bring about Ragnarok! Surprising guest stars, exciting new characters and startling twists await in this all-new miniseries by rising stars Dan Watters (Sword of Azrael) and German Peralta (BLACK PANTHER)!
Rated T+
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $4.99
PREVIEWS Page #12

MARVEL COMICS
DEADPOOL BADDER BLOOD #1 (OF 5)
(W) Rob Liefeld, Chad Bowers (A/CA) Rob Liefeld
DEADPOOL, WOLVERINE, CABLE - IT DOESN'T GET BADDER THAN THIS! WADE WILSON is back, and he's brought some frenemies! As the villainous THUMPER returns to take out the man who created him, WOLVERINE and CABLE step in for a daring rescue mission. But as DEADPOOL becomes embroiled in nefarious criminal machinations in MADRIPOOR, will the trio be able to join forces?or will Thumper's agenda put an end to their efforts? Don't miss the highly anticipated follow-up to DEADPOOL: BAD BLOOD, as Rob Liefeld returns to the Merc with a Mouth and introduces NEW characters into his wild world who are sure to become the next fan-faves, including the first appearance of SHATTERSTORM!
Rated T+
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $4.99
PREVIEWS Page #22

IDW-PRH
TMNT VS STREET FIGHTER #1 (OF 5) CVR A MEDEL
(W) Paul Allor (A/CA) Ariel Medel
When a prestigious martial arts tournament invites fighters to travel to Atlantic City and test their skills, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles jump at the chance to compete. But a big stage means big competition, and the world famous STREET FIGHTERS have shown up in force to prove the mettle of their PSYCHO POWERED fighting forms.
As if that's not enough of a challenge, there are rumors of competitors disappearing and the identity of the contest's benefactors is shrouded in mystery.

Don't miss the matchups of your favorite fighters as the half-shell heroes face the likes of Ryu, Guile, Chun-Li, and more.

TMNT Vs. Street Fighter kicks off a five-issue fight card of fury starting this May!
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $3.99

DARK HORSE PRH
HAIRBALL #3 (OF 4) CVR A KINDT (RES)
(W) Matt Kindt (A) Tyler Jenkins (CA) Matt Kindt
Determined to trap and kill her cat and put an end to the madness the beast is causing her family, the young girl begins to suspect killing the cat may not be possible-or that it may not be a cat after all!
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $5.99

ARCHIE COMIC PUBLICATIONS
ARCHIE & FRIENDS HOT SUMMER ONESHOT
(W) Adrian Ropp (A/CA) Bill & Ben Galvan
A BRAND-NEW STORY kicks off this BLOCKBUSTER issue! In "Riverdale Jones and the Burger of Density," Hero burgerologist (it's a real job, trust us!) Riverdale Jones is deep in the heart of the rainforest to discover the most delicious, exotic burger recipe! Join our hungry hero Jughead, with his faithful pet Hot Dog by his side, in this fun, an adventure-filled riff on Indiana Jones just in time for the new movie!
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $3.99
PREVIEWS Page #264

OPUS COMICS
FRANK FRAZETTA DEATH DEALER #13 CVR A CERAN
(W) Marc McCann (A) Axel Medellin (CA) Milivoj Ceran
Writer of indie hit Never Never Mark McCann and artists Axel Medellin and Luis Antonio Delgado bring us "The War of the Horsemen"- the end has begun!
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $4.99
PREVIEWS Page #382

SCOUT COMICS
PUC ARTIST & MYTH OF COLOR #1 CVR A RICHERT
(W) Miles Greb (A/CA) Garrett Richert
NONSTOP. A story is something you are drawn into-in this case, literally. Puc and his friends live in a world where paintings and drawings can come to life. But, unknown to them something important is missing...Color. Whatever Puc draws comes to life. Of course, there's nothing special about that. This is perfectly normal for artists in his world. Puc's home is a land full of monsters, kingdoms, and armies-all brought into existence in by artists. But while all the other artists work in black and white, Puc just found out that he can paint in Color!
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $4.99
PREVIEWS Page #395

MAD CAVE STUDIOS
YOUVE BEEN CANCELLED #1 (OF 4) CVR A CASTANIERO (MR)
(W) Curt Pires (A/CA) Kevin Castaniero
In the near future, cancel culture means more than just losing your job...it could mean your life. The world's premier entertainment event is CANCELLED - a live-streamed program where elite bounty hunters called cancellers kill individuals who society has voted to "cancel" following heinous actions or offenses. Our story follows Roland Endo, the world's #1 ranked Canceller. Because of this status, Roland lives in a constant state of paranoia with a target on his back...
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $4.99
PREVIEWS Page #362

SCOUT COMICS- CHISPA
CATRINAS CARAVAN #1 CVR A MONTANEZ
(W) Hector Rodriguez Iii (A) Guillermo Villarreal (CA) Yasmin Flores Montanez
CHISPA. The mysterious figure of Doña Catrina sweeps into a small town with her traveling carnival and tells a gathered crowd a dark tale. A father and son are captured by a group of militiamen who use terror to "patrol" the border. At their darkest moment, the refugees find a fierce ally-but can they truly trust a monster once it has killed the other monsters?
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $5.99
PREVIEWS Page #396

Graphic Novels, Comic Collections, Manga, and More

IMAGE COMICS
INFERNO GIRL RED TP VOL 01 MV
(W) Matt Groom (A/CA) Erica D'Urso, Igor Monti
Apex City is a globally recognised hub of progress and beacon of hope-until it's ripped out of our universe by an ancient cult and its army of demons. The only one who can save it is its newest resident, teen Cássia Costa, after a magical dragon bracelet rockets into her life. But the bracelet is powered by belief, and a life of hardship has left Cássia with little of that to spare.

When all seems lost, can Cássia rekindle her belief in a better tomorrow to embrace a secret legacy, save her mother's life, and light the way as INFERNO GIRL RED?

From creators ERICA D'URSO (The Mighty Valkyries) and MAT GROOM (SELF/MADE, Ultraman), the saga of the newest Image Comics superhero begins here!

INFERNO GIRL RED is a Massive-Verse series.

Collects INFERNO GIRL RED: BOOK ONE #1-3
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $17.99
PREVIEWS Page #67

BOOM! STUDIOS
ONCE UPON A TIME AT END OF THE WORLD TP VOL 01 (MR)
(W) Jason Aaron (A) Alexandre Tefenkgi, Nick Dragotta (CA) Mike Del Mundo
Love in the Wasteland" kicks off the first arc of this epic trilogy that spans a lifetime as the dark mysteries of a ruined world and their own stark differences tear at the threads holding Mezzy and Maceo together. As they endure the horrors of plastic tornadoes and frozen sludge, Maceo proves to be more than just a burden, and they make an unlikely connection. But to their peril... they might not be as alone as they thought...

New York Times bestselling, Eisner and Harvey Award-winning writer Jason Aaron (Thor, The Avengers, Southern Bastards) launches his most ambitious original series to date with three distinct artistic partners - Eisner Award-winning artist Alexandre Tefenkgi (The Good Asian), acclaimed artists Leila del Duca (Wonder Woman: Tempest Tossed, Sleepless), and Nick Dragotta (East of West, Ghost Cage) -  to take on a vision of the end of the world that's brutal and nostalgic, whimsical and grounded... and ultimately, timeless.

Collects Once Upon A Time At The End Of The World #1-5.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $17.99
PREVIEWS Page #106

MARVEL COMICS
SPIDER-MAN TP VOL 01 END OF THE SPIDER-VERSE
(W) Dan Slott (A/CA) Mark Bagley
The end of the Spider-Verse! Morlun is back - and he's not alone. Allied with one of the most powerful beings known to the Spider-Verse, the scariest villain of all time is making his biggest play - and no Spider is safe. Especially not the "chosen" Spider himself, Peter Parker! But as webbed heroes make their stand - and one by one, begin to fall - Morlun isn't their only problem. Shathra is back, even more powerful than the last time she nearly killed Peter and Ezekiel! And since then, she's had plenty of time to plot the death of all Spiders! Spidey's 60th Anniversary is no joke as writer Dan Slott and artist Mark Bagley - two of the most legendary Spider-Creators of all - collaborate on a Spider-Title for the first time! This will be one for the record books! Collecting SPIDER-MAN (2022) #1-7.
Rated T
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $24.99
PREVIEWS Page #86

ONI PRESS INC.
TURNING JAPANESE EXPANDED ED HC (MR)
(W) MariNaomi (A) MariNaomi
The year is 1995. Fresh out of a long-term relationship, twenty-two-year-old MariNaomi finds herself amidst a flurry of major life changes. Newly immersed in the pan-Asian diaspora of San Jose, California, half-Japanese Mari searches for connections to a culture that has so far eluded her.

It doesn't take long for Mari to find new love and a new job--at a hostess bar for Japanese expats--in a bid to learn the language and culture. Turning Japanese follows Mari from Northern California to Tokyo, Japan, as she tries to get by in an unfamiliar city with rudimentary language skills--all in the hopes of finally connecting with her Japanese relatives without the use of her mother as a translator.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $29.99
PREVIEWS Page #385

VIZ MEDIA LLC
DRAGON BALL SUPER GN VOL 18
(W) Akira Toriyama (A/CA) Toyotarou
Granolah and Goku's battle reaches its climax! And Granolah is willing to put his life on the line to take Vegeta down with him too! But suddenly, Monaito appears with an important message for all three fighters-the truth about what happened on planet Cereal all those years ago...

For teen audiences.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS Page #462

DENPA BOOKS
MARCH COMES IN LIKE A LION GN VOL 01
(W) Chica Umino (A) Chica Umino
Rei Kiriyama is a child prodigy. Rei Kiriyama is also an orphan who lives alone in an empty apartment. Rei Kiriyama is a teen working in an adult's world. Life is complicated for Rei. He's an up-and-coming shogi (Japanese chess) player on the verge of turning pro but he has no homelife-or much of a life period outside his board game-but thankfully with the help of some life-long friends he has an opportunity start all over again.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $12.95
PREVIEWS Page #439

VIZ MEDIA LLC
SAKAMOTO DAYS GN VOL 08
(W) Yuto Suzuki (A/CA) Yuto Suzuki
In the third stage of the JCC transfer test, the participants are divided into multiple teams for a deadly game of "tail tag." Three applicants, who have skipped the opening stages of the exam because of special endorsements from seasoned assassins, cause a stir with their disturbing styles. Meanwhile, Shin is determined to show Mr. Sakamoto-who just so happens to be an opponent in this round-that he's made progress!

For older teen audiences.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $9.99
PREVIEWS Page #462

SEVEN SEAS ENTERTAINMENT
YOKAI CATS GN VOL 04
(W) PANDANIA (A/CA) PANDANIA
What if your pet cats were actually supernatural creatures known as yokai? With a neck that can stretch to steal food off the counter, or the ability to turn into a huge wall that blocks your way, these yokai cats are even more adorable and mischievous than typical felines! Get ready to be surprised and delighted by these "spirited" cats in a manga series the whole family can enjoy.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $14.99
PREVIEWS Page #459

Toys & Merchandise

TMP TOYS / MCFARLANE'S TOYS
DC MULTIVERSE 7IN KC ARMORED BATMAN AF CS
From TMP/McFarlane's Toys. These Incredibly detailed 7" scale figures based off the DC Multiverse are designed with Ultra Articulation with up to 22 moving parts for full range of posing and play! Armored Batman is featured in his look from Kingdom Come which includes articulated wings. He includes a base and collectible art card with figure photography on the front, and character biography on the back.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $22.99

MEDICOM TOY CORPORATION
GARFIELD FLOCKY 100% & 400% BEA 2PK
From MEDICOM Toy. Jim Davis' iconic character Garfield has been providing big laughs since 1978 and continues to grow in popularity, starring in comic strips, cartoons, and even major motion pictures. This Flocked Garfield BE@RBRICK is available in a 2-Pack with 100% scale (2 3/4" tall) & 400% scale (11" tall) figures, or as a 1000% scale figure that stands 28" tall.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $159.99

NECA
GARGOYLES ULTIMATE VGA GOLIATH 7IN AF
From NECA. Leader Goliath joins the Ultimate line with an appropriately large 8" action figure, with a wingspan of 16 inches! The figure features full articulation, including on wings and tail, and comes with plenty of accessories: wings, jalapeno pepper, book, and interchangeable heads and hands. Comes in display-friendly window box packaging with opening flap.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $42.99

THREEZERO
MARVEL INFINITY SAGA IRON MAN MARK 3 DLX 1/12 SCALE AF
From Threezero. Threezero and Marvel Studios are excited to present the DLX Iron Man Mark 3 as the next figure in the Marvel DLX series! It adopts the classic red and gold with a multi-layer metallic coating process, accurately replicating the design of Tony Stark's armored suit as seen in the Iron Man movies. This fully-articulated collectible figure stands approximately at 6 7/8" tall and is constructed of threezero's renown DLX die-cast system with 48 points of articulation. LED lighting functions are located on the chest and the eyes, and the four flight panels on the back can flip to open and closed. Additional equipment and accessories include five pairs of interchangeable hands, two detachable arm missiles that can be connected onto both forearms, effect parts for shooting and flight poses, and a DLX action stand; allowing for a wide variety of display possibilities. In development. Final product may vary from promotional images. LED FEATURES require AG1 batteries x 4 (Batteries Not Included).
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $99.99

FUNKO
POP AD ICON BLOCKBUSTER MOVIE CASE VIN FIG
No need to go to the theater-bring the theater home to you! Rent your favorite movie and enjoy a night in with POP! Blockbuster the movie case! This friendly, VHS film has brought a bowl of popcorn to share with you and the rest of your Ad Icons collection! POP! Blockbuster makes for a nostalgic addition to any movie buff's collection. Vinyl figure is approximately 4 3/8" tall.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $11.99

FUNKO
POP AD ICON CHUCK E CHEESE CHUCK VIN FIG
Bring the nostalgia of the beloved family restaurant and entertainment center home with this Chuck E Cheese vinyl figure! The POP! Ad Icon Chuck E Cheese Chuck Vinyl Figure stands at approximately 3 3/4" tall and features the iconic mouse mascot dressed in his retro 90's outfit. Window box packaging.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $11.99

NECA
TMNT MIRAGE COMICS DELUXE SHREDDER CLONE 7IN AF
From NECA. Based on the original Eastman & Laird Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic books from Mirage Studios! Shredder is back... sort of? The Foot have conducted cloning experiments to bring their leader back from the grave. As they work out the bugs, or more specifically, the Space Worms, to perfect the cloning process, the Turtles must battle these twisted monstrosities. These 7" scale figures (4-Arm Shredder is approximately 7" tall and Mini Shredder is 2.8" tall) include extra hands, and space worm attachments to create battle damaged forearm! Comes in special comic-book themed window box packaging with new illustration by Kevin Eastman.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $52.99

NECA
TMNT MIRAGE COMICS DELUXE ZOG 7IN AF
From NECA. Based on the original Eastman & Laird Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles comic books from Mirage Studios! It's terror in the sewers for anyone unlucky enough to come across Zog, a Triceraton soldier who fled to the tunnels after escaping the TCRI research building. The deluxe figure is almost 8" tall, and includes extra hands, blaster, grenades, and machete! Comes in all new special comic-book themed window box packaging illustrated by Kevin Eastman.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $52.99

HASBRO TOY GROUP
TRANSFORMERS GEN LEGACY EV DLX AF ASST 202302
From Hasbro Toy Group. The battle is evolving with Transformers Legacy Evolution! Transformers robots are upgraded with Evo-Fusion technology! Combine the 3 blaster accessories into a larger blaster accessory to unlock the Evo-Fusion battle feature. Experience the evolution on the battlefield with new hidden weapons and armor. Deploy these new battle upgrades to immediately armor up and launch into battle! Collect Shrapnel, Prowl, Crosscut, and Crashbar!
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $24.99

HASBRO TOY GROUP
TRANSFORMERS GEN LEGACY EV YOYAGER AF ASST 202303
From Hasbro Toy Group. The battle is evolving with new Transformers Legacy Evolution action figures! Transformers toys are upgraded with Evo-Fusion technology! Celebrate the last 40 years of Transformers history with Transformers Legacy action figures for boys and girls. Transformers Legacy opens the portal to a whole new universe of -More Than Meets the Eye -bringing together every generation of Transformers like you've never seen before. Collect and combine different characters to create your ideal Legacy lineup. Collect Nemesis Leo and Dirge.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $38.99

EXECUTIVE REPLICAS INC.
RED SONJA 1/12 SCALE FIGURE
From Executive Replicas. After escaping her bloody origin, she hunted the wilderlands of Hyrkania, thieved the streets and palaces of Pah-Disha, sold her sword on battlefields from Koth to Aquilonia, and liberated countless mugs of ale from barrels throughout the Hyborean world. Red Sonja slew the king who tried to posses her and freed the world from the dark sorcery of Kulan Gathe. Forced to flee her homeland, she rode west across the Turanian Steppes and into the shadowed mists of legendry. Standing about 6" tall, she features 24 points of articulation, interchangeable hands, and an assortment of accessories like her battle axe and sword! The 1/12-scale Red Sonja figure comes packaged in a full-color window box.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $74.99

EXECUTIVE REPLICAS INC.
PURGATORI 1/12 SCALE FIGURE
From Executive Replicas. Born into slavery in ancient Egypt, in the time of the Pharaohs, Sakkara met an ancient vampire named Rath, who transformed her into the deadly and powerful Purgatori. Now, the deadly Sorceress straddles the line between good and evil in the never-ending battle of CHAOS! On Earth. Standing about 6" tall, she features 24 points of articulation, interchangeable hands, along with her battle sword! The 1/12-scale Purgatori figure comes packaged in a full-color window box.
In Shops: Jun 07, 2023
SRP: $74.99

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