Comics

Darkhold: Blackbolt #1 delivers a possible story about Blackbolt and his brother Maximus, with a touch of madness from the Darkhold.

The Death of Doctor Strange: Spider-Man #1 highlights the importance that both of its titular characters have in the Marvel Universe.

Avengers #750 is a super-sized setup for future Avengers stories that sound extremely promising, though it could have used some fine tuning.

Joy Operations #1 is a mixed bag, boasting a confusing and lackluster script but interior art and worldbuilding that’s extremely impressive.

Star Wars Adventures Annual 2021 offers two middle-grade romps through a familiar Star Wars locale with some familiar Star Wars characters

The Harbinger #2 throws multiple roadblocks into Peter Stanchek’s road to redemption, including literally fighting his inner demons.

Star Wars: Life Day #1 delves into the history of the galaxy’s oldest holiday, as Chewbacca and Han Solo celebrate in their own ways.

Iron Man #14 is an abstract exploration of what happens when a man is turned into a god. Tony Stark is granted the Power Cosmic.

X-Men #5 is a stumble from the series’ previous hot streak, featuring some baffling storytelling and character decisions within its pages.

The Death of Doctor Strange #3 has moments both heartwarming and horrifying, as the Earth faces Armageddon without the Sorcerer Supreme.