8 Best Monster-Based Comics of the Year So Far
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It is taken for granted by most readers that all comic books are superhero-based. However, monster-based comics are also very popular with readers. Human beings are genetically programmed to believe in and be scared of monsters, even when we know they don’t exist. And the specters of monsters inspire our stories, films, TV shows, and comic books even today.
Here are eight of the best monster-based comics of the year.
1. Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong
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What more would you want in your monster-based comics? As Clark Kent and Lois Lane are enjoying a date, Godzilla emerges from Metropolis Bay. King Kong and other monsters show up. The Justice League battles these monsters but Godzilla defeats Superman in an embarrassing fashion. Lex Luthor creates a metallic Godzilla, Mecha-Godzilla, as a countermeasure.
If you missed out on this comic, then you missed a lot.
Buy this 264-page epic for $24.49 at Amazon now.
2. The Ribbon Queen
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Detective Amy Sun is facing resistance from her superiors in the NYPD. She is investigating her fellow officers who may have committed a murder. Meanwhile, a supernatural monster entity known as the Ribbon Queen is killing people, even some NYPD officers, by unraveling their skin in ribbons and skinning them alive.
Get this 192-page paperback for $19.99 at Amazon now.
3. Predator vs. Wolverine
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Wolverine has honed his skills as a killer and warrior for over 200 years. However, he meets a monster during his Weapon X era that is too much for him to handle – the space-faring Yautja. Will the Predator collect Wolverine’s adamantium skull and spine as a trophy?
Buy this 128-page paperback for $16.67 now at Amazon.
4. Dawnrunner
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While this comic was clearly inspired by the monsters and robots film Pacific Rim, it is also one of the best monster-based comics of the year. Over 100 years ago, giant monsters known as the Tetza began appearing in Central America. Iron Kings, giant robots controlled by humans were developed to fight the Tetza and save humanity. One of the new Iron Kings, Dawnrunner, may be humanity’s last hope.
The 168-page Dawnrunner hardcover will be available on Amazon on December 17, 2024. Pre-order your copy now for $26.99.
5. Into The Unbeing
While there were several monster-based comics this year, this comic is a sleeper hit that deserves more attention. A group of concerned climate scientists head to Australia to investigate a landmass that shouldn’t exist. As they enter a cave they are exposed to dangers and threats that test their sanity and perception of reality.
Pre-order the 120-page paperback, available January 28, 2025, at Amazon now for $19.99.
6. The Deviant Vol. 1
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In 1972-era Massachusetts, a man dressed as Santa Claus goes on a killing spree targeting LGTQ young men. In the modern day, a reporter interviews the man who was blamed for the killings and still professes his innocence. Meanwhile, the killings begin anew.
Buy the 15-page paperback for $16.99 at Amazon now.
7. Something is Killing the Children Vol. 8
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Something is Killing the Children is one of the most influential monster-based comics in decades. It has literally sold millions of copies globally in an era where traditional superhero comics struggle to sell. Erica Slaughter is a member of a monster-hunting society. She travels to small, remote towns to kill monsters who are invisible to most people but live to hunt and kill children.
Vol. 8 of this series delves into the origins of Erica and how she came to become a monster hunter.
Pre-order this 144-page paperback, Available November 5, 2024, for $14.99 at Amazon now.
8. Ultramega by James Harren Volume 2
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Giant Kaiju monsters are running amok on Earth. Only three humans had the power of the Ultramega and could grow monster-sized to fight the Kaiju. All three failed. A new generation of heroes is vying to become the next Ultramega, but who will succeed?
Pre-order the 200-page paperback, available April 29, 2024, for $19.99 at Amazon.
Monster-Based Comics
Unfortunately, if you are a casual comic book reader then you may not know about the variety of comic book genres that exist. Monster-based comic books have a cult following and in some cases even outsell traditional superhero comics. If you’re in the mood for something different to read then you should give them a try.
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Allen Francis is a full-time writer, prolific comic book investor and author of The Casual’s Guide: Why You Should Get Into Comic Book Investing. Allen holds a BA degree from Marymount Manhattan College. Before becoming a writer Allen was an academic advisor, librarian, and college adjunct for many years. Allen is an advocate of best personal financial practices including saving and investing in your own small business.
