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Spec Watch: May 4, 2026 — 46 Priority Books Drive FOC Frenzy
  • By James Farias
  • May 03, 2026

SPOILER WARNING: 46 priority books, 57 buzz flags, 67 confirmed rumors. Intel on Image, DC, Dynamite releases plus character deaths and first appearances.

The Verdict: May 1, 2026 — Three for Three on Armageddon Setup
  • By James Farias
  • May 02, 2026

April 29 release week graded: 3 of 3 Tier 1 calls confirmed. Captain America, Generation X-23, Wolverine: Weapons of Armageddon all landed.

FOC Drop: May 4, 2026 — 464 Titles Drop With 57 New #1s
  • By James Farias
  • Apr 30, 2026

May 4th FOC brings 464 titles including 57 new #1 issues and 58 ratio variants. Image leads with 85 titles, followed by DC's 82 releases.

Spec Watch: April 27, 2026 — Three Potential Firsts Drive Priority Signal
  • By James Farias
  • Apr 27, 2026

20 priority books generate secondary market buzz with 68 flags, 74 rumors, and 104 intel updates across Marvel, DC, Image, and indie publishers.

The Verdict: April 22, 2026 — Fireborn Confirmation, Six Calls Still in Play
  • By James Farias
  • Apr 25, 2026

The Long Box hits 100% accuracy this week, bringing YTD spec call performance to 60% across 5 calls. Weekly scorecard breakdown inside.

FOC Drop: April 27, 2026 — 612 Titles Hit With 116 New #1s
  • By James Farias
  • Apr 21, 2026

FOC Drop April 27, 2026 delivers 612 titles including 116 new #1s. Marvel leads with 110 books, followed by Dynamite's 87 and DC's 77 releases.