Category: Key Issues
The new Blue Beetle film features the Jaime Reyes version of the Beetle. The first Beetle was named Ted Kord and he was a key figure in Justice League International, a fondly remembered comic written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis with art by Kevin McGuire. The...
With the franchise reboot looming, Toxic Avenger #1 is one of the best-selling comics on eBay. However, Toxie’s first appearance should be your real priority. In 1984, Troma Entertainment and Lloyd Kaufman brought the Toxic Avenger to life, and...
Rightfully so, there's been a lot of focus on Mr. Sinister and his first full appearance in Uncanny X-Men #221 in recent years. But there are other major X-Men villains from the Copper Age that I believe haven't received their time in the spotlight....
Marvel first began publication of annuals in the Silver Age. These square-bound comics often offered big stories that were meant to be special – and justify the doubled price of 25 cents. Of course, some were more special than others, so let’s take a deep dive...
Blue Beetle is ruling the roost at the Hottest Comics, but the Toxic Avenger is gaining interest as the movie reboot approaches. Movie news remains the biggest factor in comic book collecting and speculation. Normally it’s those Marvel tidbits that keep the market...
For better or worse, another Thor film is coming. Thor: Ragnarok and Love and Thunder director Taika Waititi has teased the arrival of a cosmic villain more powerful than Hela. Cue the Venom #3 speculation.
Marvel first began publication of annuals in the Silver Age. These square-bound comics often offered big stories that were meant to be special – and justify the doubled price of 25 cents. Of course, some were more special than others, so let’s take a deep dive into...
One of the most iconic books of the Silver Age, Hulk #1, which features the first appearance of Bruce Banner, the Hulk, Thunderbolt and Betty Ross, is a holy grail for many comic book collectors. PWCC has a CBCS 5.0 restored Hulk #1 signed by Stan Lee...
The Taylor Swift effect was in full force as both the direct and newsstand editions of Uncanny X-Men #130 were among the Hottest Comics’ movers and shakers. Here at the Hottest Comics, it’s all about those dollar signs. Before...
Despite reports to the contrary, Dafne Keen’s X-Men return is too perfect to be left out of Deadpool 3 and the MCU. By the time it hits theaters, Deadpool 3 may have more rumored cameos...
