11 Hotly Anticipated Comic Books Still To Come In 2019
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There is an argument to be made that there has never been a better time to be a comic book fan. There are endless titles to lose yourself in and a whole world of publishers outside of the 'Big Two' that give voice to those writers and artists that aren't as well known, and it's pretty much nerdvana for anyone with even a passing interest in capes, cowls, and supervillains.
Last year gave us such hits as Immortal Hulk and the ludicrous Dark Knights Metal, as well as hidden gems like Glorious Wrestling Apocalypse and I Am Hero, while so far in two months we've seen the brilliant Mister Miracle as well as the continuation of so many great stories that have bled over from the previous year.
But what lies ahead for the rest of 2019? Well, quite simply, some of the most promising premises that have ever been thought of, as well as a return to form of a lot of old favorites.
However, with there being so many comics to choose from, it's possible that the discerning reader may be at a loss at what exactly to check out. Here are the books set to release this year that have caught the eye the most...
11. Ronin Island
Written by Greg Pak (World War Hulk, Batman/Superman) and illustrated by Giannis Milonogiannis (Old City Blues), Ronin Island will be released by Boom! Studios at the beginning of March.
Set in the 19th century, this five-issue series will see the survivors of a mysterious attack on Japan, Korea, and China build a new society on a hidden refuge. But when a mutated horde threatens to wipe out mankind these young warriors will need to band together to fight off the threat posed to them, not just by these creatures but also from The Shogun, who demands they pay tribute to him in return for protection.
Greg Pak's work is legendary among the comic book fraternity and he is undoubtedly at his best when turning his hand to his own original ideas. As for Giannis Milonogiannis, though he may not be as well known as some of the other artists on this list, the look and tone of the pre-release images for Ronin Island show a style that will more than complement Pak's storytelling.
Boom! Studios have a great track record when it comes to offering an alternative to DC and Marvel, and Ronin Island looks like it will continue this tradition.