We're #1: Taking a look at new first issue comic books for 11/5/2025
Weekly Comic Book First Look: Key Issue Potential or Back Issue Bin? We dissect new #1 releases, analyzing art, story, and market buzz to predict which comics could become hot collectibles and which might fade into obscurity. Perfect for comic book investors and speculators!
Key or Filler?
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 first issue comic book titles that are stirring excitement in the community. Which new #1 issues will you be picking up this week?
DC K.O.: Knightfight #1
Star creators Joshua Williamson and Dan Mora unite for DC K.O.: Knightfight #1, a four-issue tie-in to the explosive DC K.O. event, which forces Batman to battle twisted, future Batmen versions of his own former Robins. This issue is a prime collector's item because it is heavily advertised as featuring new Batman suit designs for Dick Grayson, Jason Todd, Tim Drake, and Damian Wayne as future Batmen, and any new character design by the hugely popular Dan Mora has high speculative potential.
Planet She-Hulk #1
Writer Stephanie Phillips and artist Aaron Kuder launch Planet She-Hulk #1, an ongoing series that spins out of the IMPERIAL cosmic event, trapping Jennifer Walters on the savage planet Sakaar where she must keep the peace on a world constantly at war. This issue has high potential for key story developments and will be a sought-after collectible because it is the launch of an all-new ongoing series for a major character, placing her in a huge new cosmic status quo that directly follows a major Marvel event.
Harley and Ivy: Life and Crimes #1
Eisner Award-winning artist and writer Erica Henderson is tackling the definitive, canonical origin of the DCU's number-one criminal couple in Harley and Ivy: Life and Crimes #1, charting their complete journey from enemies to friends to lovers. This issue has high potential for key story developments and will be a sought-after collectible because it promises to establish canonical relationship firsts—such as their first kiss and their first embrace—for two of DC's most popular characters, making it an essential book for both readers and collectors.
Alien Vs. Captain America #1
Writer Frank Tieri and artist Stefano Raffaele launch the four-issue limited series Alien vs. Captain America #1, a terrifying World War II crossover where Captain America and the Howling Commandos must battle Xenomorphs unleashed by Red Skull and Baron Strucker. Collectors should keep a close eye on this issue, as any major crossover between two iconic Disney-owned franchises like this creates huge initial demand, and its key plot point involves Hydra using Xenomorphs as weapons to win World War II.
Ice Cream Man: The Mortal Coil Shuffle Card Set Special #1
W. Maxwell Prince, Martín Morazzo, and Chris O'Halloran deliver an "unprecedented comic book EVENT" in Ice Cream Man: The Mortal Coil Shuffle Card Set Special #1, which tells a one-of-a-kind story across a custom-designed deck of 55 playing cards instead of traditional comic pages. Collectors should keep a close eye on this issue, as this unique and experimental release from an award-nominated team is explicitly stated to be printed once and once only, with the story never being collected in a trade, creating intense scarcity that is guaranteed to drive up secondary market value.
Echo: Seeker of the Truth #1
Echo: Seeker of Truth #1 is a Marvel's Voices special, co-written by Taboo and B. Earl, that sends Maya Lopez to Los Angeles to investigate a missing cousin and an insidious wellness cult called Wisteria Meadows, a mission that will unlock a mysterious new power for the hero. Collectors should keep a close eye on this issue, as Marvel explicitly states the new mysterious gift/power Echo uncovers will "redefine her adventures in the Marvel Universe forever," making this one-shot a critical book for the character's future status quo.
Impact Winter: Evenfall #1
Impact Winter: Evenfall #1 is a new one-shot prequel to the hit Audible Original series, written by creator Travis Beacham (Pacific Rim) and drawn by Sumeyye Kesgin, which follows intelligence operative Penelope Chambers in 1953 Prague as she confronts a possible chance at eternal life. This issue is a true collector's gamble: the book could boom due to the success of the Impact Winter audio drama (a #1 Audible bestseller) and the fact it features the first appearances of important characters not yet introduced in the audio series, but it could bust because one-shots tied to non-comic media often have a limited collecting life, requiring you to consult your crystal ball on its ultimate value.
No Place #1
Eisner-nominated writer Tim Seeley and knockout artist Stefano Simeone launch No Place #1, a dark fantasy adventure where outcast teenager Mariposa Montiel returns from a magical jungle land to Chicago, only to be recruited by the secret organization N.O. Place to save our world from a Lovecraftian nightmare. This book is a speculative gamble: while the star power of the creative team suggests a possible BOOM, the risk of a new, creator-owned IP on a smaller platform (Ignition Press) means its long-term heat is untested, requiring collectors to consult their crystal ball on whether this unique blend of Oz and Cthulhu will truly catch fire.
Conclusion: Buy what makes you happy and have fun.
Disclaimer: The information provided in this blog post regarding potential key issues and comic book values is for entertainment and informational purposes only. The opinions expressed are based on our analysis and observations, and should not be considered financial advice. The comic book market is highly speculative and volatile, and past performance is not indicative of future results. We strongly encourage readers to conduct their own thorough research and consult with qualified professionals before making any purchasing decisions. Comic book collecting should be enjoyed as a hobby, and any financial gains or losses are the sole responsibility of the individual.