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Comic News · FOC Guide Vol. 2 · No. 42Mon, Nov 9, 2026

Final Order Cutoff

FOC November 16, 2026: Star Wars, Weapon X, Animal Man & More

By Jason Published Nov 9, 2026 · Updated Nov 9, 2026

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This week's headliners

This week's Final Order Cutoff (FOC) for November 16, 2026 brings a stacked slate for collectors and readers alike — from oversized omnibus editions to anniversary deluxe hardcovers and noir-tinged trade paperbacks. If you chase presentation and permanence, keep an eye on Animal Man by Jamie Delano and Steve Pugh Omnibus, Green Arrow: Archer's Quest Omnibus Vol. 2, and the landmark Star Wars: A New Hope 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition — each offers curated extras or restored materials that tend to appreciate in desirability among fans and resellers. For viewers of classic art, the new black-and-white treatment in Marvel Black & White: Barry Windsor-Smith's Weapon X is a must-see, while long-running franchise fans will want to reserve copies of event and compendium volumes like Teen Titans by Geoff Johns Compendium Two and DC Finest: Events: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Four to keep series-spanning runs complete.

Release context matters: many of these arrive as part of spring 2027 release windows or late-2026 deliveries, and several are reprints or deluxe formats prone to quick sell-outs. Whether you’re completing a run, hunting for gift-grade presentation, or speculating on long-term value, add these to your pull list now — particular attention to numbered omnibuses, anniversary editions, and creator-focused releases will usually pay off for collectors.

DC (15)

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  • ISBN 9781799516194

    Absolute Batman Vol. 4: The Straw Man TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    A murder of crows for Gotham! The Ark M facility holds endless horrors. As Joker sets his sights on Absolute Batman, he enlists the help of one of the center's most terrifying doctors, Jonathan… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    03/02/27
    $17.79Retail $19.99
  • ISBN 9781799516200

    Absolute Batman Vol. 4: The Straw Man HC

    HCDC Comics

    A murder of crows for Gotham! The Ark M facility holds endless horrors. As Joker sets his sights on Absolute Batman, he enlists the help of one of the center's most terrifying doctors, Jonathan… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    03/02/27
    $26.69Retail $29.99
  • ISBN 9781799516392

    Animal Man by Jamie Delano and Steve Pugh Omnibus

    OmnibusDC Comics

    Family, identity, and the supernatural intertwine in a darker, more unsettling take on Animal Man in the complete, critically acclaimed run from Jamie Delano and Steve Pugh, now collected as an omnibus. Buddy Baker… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    03/02/27
    $111.25Retail $125.00
  • ISBN 9781799513643

    Batgirl: Year One: DC Compact Comics Edition TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    Barbara Gordon takes control of her future in this vital origin story, now available in DC’s bestselling Compact Comics format! As the Dynamic Duo of Batman and Robin swoops across the skyline of Gotham… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $8.89Retail $9.99
  • ISBN 9781799518006

    Batman: Bad Seeds - Sowing & Reaping HC

    HCDC Comics

    The chaos of the Bad Seeds events is felt across Gotham City as the devastation hits home for Nightwing, Catwoman, Harley Quinn, Batgirl, and Batwoman! Gotham City’s new mayor, Pamela Isley, makes a last-ditch… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    03/02/27
    $31.14Retail $34.99
  • ISBN 9781799518013

    Batman: Bad Seeds - Sowing & Reaping TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    The chaos of the Bad Seeds events is felt across Gotham City as the devastation hits home for Nightwing, Catwoman, Harley Quinn, Batgirl, and Batwoman! Gotham City’s new mayor, Pamela Isley, makes a last-ditch… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    03/02/27
    $22.24Retail $24.99
  • ISBN 9781799514855

    DC Finest: Events: Crisis on Infinite Earths Part Four TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    Reality itself is rewritten as the Crisis reaches its epic conclusion in the final chapter of the Multiverse-shattering event. Everything ends here. As the Crisis reaches its apocalyptic climax, the battle to save existence… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/09/27
    $35.59Retail $39.99
  • ISBN 9781799503378

    DC Finest: The Warlord: This Savage World TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    Adventure, survival, and fantasy collide in this DC Finest spotlight on a modern man lost in a dangerous, hidden world. After crash-landing on the mysterious planet Skartaris, Lt. Colonel Travis Morgan finds himself trapped… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $35.59Retail $39.99
  • ISBN 9781799517245

    DC x Sonic the Hedgehog: Metal Legion TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    When two iconic worlds collide, the Justice League and Sonic’s heroes must unite to stop a deadly new alliance before both universes fall to the Metal Legion! The Justice League and Sonic the Hedgehog… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $16.01Retail $17.99
  • ISBN 9781799517252

    Deathstroke: The Terminator Vol. 1: The Killer TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    The world’s deadliest assassin is back and bloodier than ever in an all-new solo series from the acclaimed creative team of writer Tony Fleecs and artist Carmine Di Giandomenico! Welcome to DC's NEXT LEVEL… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/09/27
    $16.01Retail $17.99
  • ISBN 9781799516446

    Green Arrow: Archer's Quest Omnibus Vol. 2

    OmnibusDC Comics

    One man must balance fighting crime, leading a city, and protecting the people closest to him as his journey builds to a powerful conclusion in the second volume of the Green Arrow: Archer’s Quest… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    03/02/27
    $111.25Retail $125.00
  • ISBN 9781799514503

    JLA Book Four TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    From visionary writer Grant Morrison, the fourth volume features a high-stakes superhero epic where Earth’s greatest heroes face escalating threats and realities that test their power, strategy, and trust. The Justice League continues its… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $35.59Retail $39.99
  • ISBN 9781799517948

    Superman: Kingdom of Zod TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    It’s the Man of the Steel and the Super-Family against General Zod in the Battle for Kryptonite Kingdom! At the end of DC K.O., Superman became King Omega with the powers of a god.… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/09/27
    $31.14Retail $34.99
  • ISBN 9781799515272

    Teen Titans by Geoff Johns Compendium Two TPB

    TPBDC Comics

    The Teen Titans and DC’s next generation face the fallout of Infinite Crisis in this second compendium. The Teen Titans are no longer just sidekicks. They are the future of the DC Universe—and that… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/09/27
    $53.39Retail $59.99
  • ISBN 9781799513421

    Unfollow: The Complete Collection TPB

    TPBDC Vertigo

    A deadly social experiment forces 140 strangers to choose between wealth and survival in this high-stakes psychological thriller, collected as a complete volume for the first time. What would you do for a fortune,… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $35.59Retail $39.99

Dark Horse (5)

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  • ISBN 9781506754987

    ElfQuest: Siege at Blue Mountain Book 1 HC

    HCDark Horse Books

    The Palace of the High Ones has been won. In their new holt, Wolfrider chief Cutter and his clan can settle in and enjoy life for the first time in recent memory. The horrors… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $26.69Retail $29.99
  • ISBN 9781506755014

    Marvel Black & White: Barry Windsor-Smith's Weapon X HC

    HCDark Horse Books

    The first in a series of deluxe reprint collections featuring classic Marvel storylines presented in black and white, emphasizing the artistry of each legendary creator. Experience Barry Windsor-Smith’s revolutionary Weapon X storyline in this… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $53.40Retail $60.00
  • ISBN 9781506756776

    Strangers in Paradise Omnibus Volume 2

    OmnibusDark Horse Books

    The next chapter in Terry Moore’s Eisner Award–winning saga, Strangers in Paradise Volume 2 pushes the series into darker and emotional territory—now presented for the first time in a Dark Horse Comics edition. Dark… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
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    02/16/27
    $35.59Retail $39.99
  • ISBN 9781506756134

    The Art of Windblown HC

    HCDark Horse Books

    Over 100 pages of explosive, action-packed artwork and designs from the highly anticipated game Windblown! In Windblown, players take the roll of Leapers—dashing into a colorful and multi-tiered world full of robotic enemies to… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    02/16/27
    $26.69Retail $29.99
  • ISBN 9781506756554

    Asobi Asobase Omnibus Volume 2

    OmnibusDark Horse Manga

    Three teenage girls bond in chaotic fashion as they play strange games in school, creating a unique club for each other. A humorous manga with surreal comedy, absurd complications, and daring drawing styles! Hanako,… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
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    04/20/27
    $26.69Retail $29.99

IDW (1)

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  • ISBN 9798887244167

    Sonic the Hedgehog, Vol. 22: Stealing the Show TPB

    TPBIDW Publishing

    Follow Sonic’s adventures in these collections of the popular comic series! Sonic teams up with Belle and Sage to find Metal Sonic, all while trying to prevent a mysterious villain from stealing the Master… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    12/22/26
    $15.12Retail $16.99

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  • ISBN 9781302967130

    Amazing Spider-Man Modern Era Epic Collection: The Other TPB

    TPBMarvel Comics

    Spider-Man joins the Avengers! As Peter Parker, Mary Jane and Aunt May adjust to life at Avengers Tower, the hordes of Hydra make a final push to take over the United States! Can Spider-Man… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    01/26/27
    $48.94Retail $54.99
  • ISBN 9781302969554

    Amazing Spider-Man: Spider-Versity TPB

    TPBMarvel Comics

    The next generation of web-slinging heroes goes back to school! Miles Morales, Spider-Gwen, Silk, Araña, Spider-Boy and Spider-Girl have one thing in common: They aren’t ready! That’s according to former Resolute Spider-Man — and… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    01/26/27
    $16.01Retail $17.99
  • ISBN 9781302969493

    Incredible Hulk Epic Collection: Joe Fixit TPB

    TPBMarvel Comics

    Bruce Banner’s most startling transformation yet! Someone is trying to take down the biggest mob boss in Las Vegas. But the gangster’s bodyguard is big and angry, with gray skin — all of which… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    01/26/27
    $48.94Retail $54.99
  • ISBN 9781302971878

    Star Wars Legends: Legacy Omnibus Vol. 2 Jan Duursema Cover

    OmnibusMarvel Comics

    Discover the final fate of C-3PO at the very end of the Star Wars Legends timeline! Cade Skywalker and his crew are back to their old pirating ways, but they soon find themselves stranded… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    04/27/27
    $111.25Retail $125.00
  • ISBN 9781302972967

    Star Wars: A New Hope 50th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Deluxe HC

    HCMarvel Comics

    The original comic adaptation of the greatest space-fantasy film of all! Weeks before George Lucas’ first Star Wars film hit theatres, Marvel gave fans their first look at Luke Skywalker, boldly asking: “Will he… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    04/27/27
    $26.69Retail $29.99
  • ISBN 9781302969615

    Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge - Echoes Of The Empire TPB

    TPBMarvel Comics

    New secrets of Galaxy’s Edge are revealed! Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia and Chewbacca head to Batuu in search of important intel and stumble upon a dangerous relic — one that puts them on a… Read more

    FOC
    11/16/26
    On sale
    01/26/27
    $16.01Retail $17.99