Rick is tasked with domesticating the group's lesser, primal instincts, which have predominantly facilitated survival in the new world. It's a struggle he's not immune to himself. It's that persistent struggle that makes the issue and larger story worthwhile, despite the reworking of a familiar armed conflict.

Batman #3 continues to be very accessible to new readers. The issue offers a familiar take on the origins of Gotham's newest superheros. Meanwhile, readers continue to wait on the promise of the Monster Men.

Batman: Rebirth #1 is a good starting point for new readers. It pushes a new direction forward while catching up readers on pertinent past developments. King and Janin offer a new take on a longstanding villain that is similarly intriguing and fresh. The team also shows the potential of a new partnership that suggests an evolutionary step for the Dark Knight.

In Aquaman #1, Abnett and Walker showcase the constitution and complexity of Arthur Curry as they reintroduce several compelling elements of Aquaman's past.