Picks of the Week: 8/1/12

Animal Man #12: In part one of the epic-in-the-making prelude to “Rotworld”, master storytellers Jeff Lemire & Scott Snyder join forces to bring Buddy (Animal Man) & Alec (Swamp Thing) together at least! New readers should take advantage of this great jump-on point that recaps the events of two of the best titles in the New 52!

Swamp Thing #12: In this second part to the prelude of “Rotworld,” Scott Snyder and Jeff Lemire continue to set the stage for what promises to shake the DC Universe to its core. This prelude is sure to surprise and leave you wanting to accompany DC Universe’s elemental heroes on their ultimate hero’s journey.

Avengers vs X-men #9: Jason Aaron returns for Spiderman’s finest moment in his time as an Avenger! As the Avengers numbers are dwindling, Captain America organizing a hail mary rescue of their captured members at the hands of a Phoenix powered Colossus and his sister Magik. Always a treat when Jason Aaron takes on the writing chores on this book and beautifully drawn by Adam Kubert.