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Grandpa Wolverine is on a quest for revenge and more in this week's new comics

It's been mostly quiet on the comic book front this week as we delve deeper into 2016.

DC announced a new Justice League animated series called Justice League Action, and it looks like it might take some cues from another DC animated series, Teen Titans Go! The good news? Voice acting veterans Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill are returning as Batman and the Joker. There's always a silver lining.

And Marvel seems to have some info floating around on Thor: Ragnarok, claiming that the 2017 film will take Hulk and Thor on an intergalactic road trip, pulling elements from the solo Hulk series Planet Hulk, in which Hulk becomes the warrior king of an alien planet after being blasted into space by Earth's sharpest minds. I guess we'll be finding out where Hulk went when he stole that Quinjet at the end of Age of Ultron.

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And in Archie news, the CW has officially ordered a pilot of Riverdale, a modern, live-action take on the classic comic series. If it's anything like the recent comic reboot, then we're all in for a bit of a treat.

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No matter which side you're on, let's take a look at this week's offerings:

Marvel Comics

Old Man Logan #1

When Old Man Logan came back during Secret Wars as one of the tie-ins, we had no idea he would be sticking around for a main series. But, with the original Wolverine dead in the Marvel Universe, grandpa Wolverine can bring a much-needed dynamic to the character. Plus, you'll be hard pressed to find anyone more hardened and badass then this guy.

Anyway, in this first issue we're introduced to just what Wolverine will be up to in his solo series. In the original Old Man Logan story by Mark Millar, we're told (and shown) that Wolverine killed all of the X-Men because of Mysterio's mind control. This was all part of the villain revolution that resulted in the death of most of Earth's heroes. Wolverine's mission in the present? To kill the villains before they can even do something bad. I smell some political correctness coming.

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Carnage #4

This series has been on-and-off the radar since it's premiere, but this issue really sold the premise. Pegged as a cultish, almost supernatural-esque series, Carnage is both the main character and the main antagonist, as serial killer Cletus Kasady is drawn deeper and deeper into his symbiote alter ego.

But with a supporting cast including former Venom Eddie Brock as Toxin and John Jameson as Man-Wolf, we get a murder mystery plot with vibes of classic horror films. It's actually pretty great. And now that Carnage has taken over the bodies of a sacrificial cult, one can only assume things are going to get a hell of a lot worse before they get better.

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All-New All-Different Avengers #4

For the last few months, this issue has been marketed as "Earth's Mightest Kiss," and with great reason, as just that happens in the pages between Sam Wilson and Lady Thor (or you could, you know, look at the cover.) But this issue also deals with the fallout following the defeat of the Chitauri warlord, Warbringer, and everyone is just a bit paranoid.

The kids of the team (Ms. Marvel, Spider-Man and Nova) are trying to figure Vision out, since he's recently had his emotional capabilities removed. On the flip side, Thor kisses Cap, and while Sam Wilson isn't one to complain, he's worried. And this begs the question? Is Lady Thor really who everyone thinks she is? This series continues to bring fresh and innovative ideas to age-old characters, and one can only hope this continues.

Other releases to look out for: Venom Space Knight #3, Spider-Woman #3, Kanan #10 

DC Comics

Superman #48

Well, it's been a long journey for Superman in the quest for regaining his powers, and it's not quite over yet. But this issue was very important to not only Clark Kent's story, but to how it portrays sickness and disability in a world of modern medicine. Yes, I said it, this issue of Superman is very, very socially relevant. And that's because of something that DC themselves calls Kryptonite Chemotherapy.

In a last ditch attempt to force his power back, Superman jumps into a vault absolutely packed with Kryptonite, the same substance guaranteed to kill him. His idea? Too over expose his body's cells the elements in hopes that solar energy will kick in and rebuild his body like its brand new. With conversations that deal with everything from health care to conservative politics, this issue is overflowing with commentary. We also get a bit of a buddy-up between Supes and Steve Trevor, which is odd because they haven't been too close since they both dated Wonder Woman. Oh, comic books.

Grayson #16

Dick Grayson and his agent buddy dubbed "Tony the Tiger" are on the hunt for Spyral agents after Grayson proclaims that he will take down the spy organization from the inside. And the two are damn good at it, too. But through these pages, as writer Tom King shows the duo kicking ass and taking names, we're left wondering what's really going on, considering Grayson's stance at the end of Robin War. (I won't spoil it.)

But nevertheless, this issue is important in moving the story forward, but we can only hope Grayson will down a cowl once again and become a bonafide superhero. We miss you, Nightwing.

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Superman Lois and Clark #4

This series started off a little rocky, but the premise is simple: bring back the pre-New 52 Superman and have him live in the regular world with his wife Lois Lane and his son, Jon. He's living in secret, and when things seem like they're too hard to handle, he dons a black Superman suit and goes out incognito to fight crime. After all, the main Superman is powerless (see above.)

But the reason this issue made this week's list is it's promise. In the next few issues, we will see this Superman come face to face with the current Superman and they'll (hopefully) team up to take down baddies. This issue lays a bit of groundwork for that, while also showing us how this Supes got his slick, new costume. Oh, and some really bad dudes escaped from his secret lair, so that's not so good.

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Other releases to look out for: Cyborg #7, Omega Men #8, Teen Titans #16

Winner - DC Comics

It's been a while since DC has won the week, but with a great showing across the board, they deserved it.

As Superman journeys closer and closer to regaining his powers, and the DC Universe moves toward a summer reboot, these running series are going to get very, very good. Or at least one would hope, but this week is a good sign. Grayson is fun and Superman Lois and Clark continues to promise on every page, so it'll be interesting to see what transpires as these all continue. After all, there are plenty of loose plot threads hanging about.

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Indie Spotlight

Saga #33

I can't recommend this series enough. And even though this issue doesn't focus at all on the main characters of the series, it adds some much needed context and gives us the return of a fan favorite side character. (Again, I will not spoil who it is.)

This issue is focused solely on Upsher and Doff, a journalist couple that we're introduced to early on in Saga, though we hadn't heard much since The Will's sister, The Brand, put a spell on them so if they ever blab about what they know their heads will explode. But hey, now that The Brand is dead, they can tell whoever they want. Writer Brian K. Vaughan deserves a special applause every time he makes us care of a side character, and this issue does just that. Please do yourself a favor and read these books.

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Other releases to look out for: Twilight Children #4 (Vertigo) East of West #24 (Image) Faith #1 (Valiant)