Pick It Up or Put It Down: New Comic Book Titles to Consider 1/22/25

Each week we select a few brand new comic book titles and decide if we will be picking them up, or putting them down. Do you agree with our picks? Follow us on social media and let us know. Use the hashtag #pickitup for comics you are picking up. Use the hashtag #putitdown for comics you are passing on.

Kevin Stahl

1/21/20252 min read

Pick it up? or Put it down? picking good new comic books
Pick it up? or Put it down? picking good new comic books

Introduction to Our Comic Book Selections

In the expansive universe of comic books, new titles are frequently released, each with the potential to captivate readers in unique ways. Today, we will present a curated list of upcoming comic book titles that are stirring excitement in the community. The question we aim to answer for each selection is straightforward: Do we pick it up or put it down?

a comic book cover of doctor doom and rocket raccon
a comic book cover of doctor doom and rocket raccon

Pick it up!

New Title 1: Doctor Doom & Rocket Raccoon #1

An unlikely alliance forms between the arrogant and ambitious Doctor Doom and the irreverent and impulsive Rocket Raccoon. Forced together by a common enemy, this odd couple must overcome their vastly different personalities and learn to trust each other if they hope to survive and save the galaxy from an impending catastrophe. This is an easy pick up for me, what about you?

a cover of the new x - men x - men x - men x -
a cover of the new x - men x - men x - men x -

Pick it up!

New Title 2: X-Men: Xavier's Secret #1

After Krakoa's demise, the X-Men face an uncertain future. As Jean Grey ascends to cosmic heights, a chilling secret from their past threatens to shatter their fragile unity. Meanwhile, journalist Sally Floyd's investigation into Professor X's wartime atrocities leads her down a rabbit hole of shocking revelations, forcing the X-Men to confront the darkness within their own legacy. This is going on top of the pile.

a comic book cover of Galactus and Rogue
a comic book cover of Galactus and Rogue

Put it down!

Title 3: What If...? Galactus Transformed Rogue? #1

Rogue's life takes an unexpected turn when she absorbs the Silver Surfer's Power Cosmic, becoming Galactus' new herald. This cosmic shift grants her unimaginable power, but also forces her to confront the terrifying responsibility of serving the Devourer of Worlds. Witness Rogue's journey as she navigates this perilous new reality. We are putting this one down.

Conclusion: Making Informed Choices

In conclusion, the world of comic books is rich with diverse narratives, and making the decision to pick it up or put it down is essential for discerning readers. Our selections today reflect various genres and themes, catering to a wide array of interests. Whether you agree or disagree with our assessments, what matters most is finding titles that resonate with you.

Explore these new comic book titles and let us know your thoughts. Will you be picking them up or putting them down? Happy reading!

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