comicsSaturday, July 18, 2026

Nova returns as Wacker era begins

The Stephen Wacker era at Marvel is already producing headlines, with Nova's revival drawing attention. Elsewhere, previews and retrospectives dominate the day, but the through-line is clear: change is in the air at Marvel, while other publishers keep churning out solid content.

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Marvel shifts

The new EIC's first week is already generating reactions, with a controversial Nova return and a look back at X-Men history.

#01cosmicbook.newsJul 18

Marvel Comics Brings Back Woke Nova Just As Stephen Wacker Returns As EIC

Marvel is bringing back the 'woke' Nova just one day after Stephen Wacker was named EIC. Cosmic Book News frames it as an immediate test of the new regime's direction.

by Matt McGloinRead original

#02comicbook.comJul 18

35 Years Ago, The X-Men Ended Their Best Era With Their Most Important Story

ComicBook.com argues that 35 years ago, the X-Men ended their best era with their most important story. A good retrospective for fans looking for context on the franchise's legacy.

by Marcus HelminiakRead original

Previews and nostalgia

DC and Dark Horse offer new looks at upcoming issues, while a classic What If? article resurfaces.

#03bleedingcool.comJul 18

Dark Knights of Steel: Heir to the Sea #1 Preview: Aquaman's Origin

Dark Knights of Steel: Heir to the Sea #1 preview reveals Aquaman's medieval origin. The one-shot expands DC's alt-fantasy universe, giving Aquaman fans something new.

#04bleedingcool.comJul 18

Hidden Springs #3 Preview: Senior Citizens vs. Baby Kaiju

Hidden Springs #3 pits senior citizens against a baby kaiju. Dark Horse's quirky premise gets a satirical preview treatment from Bleeding Cool's LOLtron.