1) Ultimate X #4

There are lots of readers out there who have been clamoring for this book.  The wait is over this week as Jeph Loeb and Art Adams finally bring their fourth issue to the table.  Adams’ art is as good as it has always been, and this title always sells well, so don’t forget about this one.

2) Kick Ass 2 #2

Fans of Mark Millar and John Romita, Jr.’s ultra-violent book (and subsequent film adaptation) should be happy to know that the second issue of their second volume sees print this week.  Like every other issue, this one is likely to be popular and move quickly, so if you’re a fan, you might want to pick this one up soon.

3) Dollhouse: Epitaphs one shot

Joss Whedon fans should also be happy this week as Dark Horse releases this one shot that leads into his next comic series.  Picking up where his cult t.v. show Dollhouse ended, Whedon tells the next chapter of his technology run rampant story with help from creators Maurissa Tancharoen, Jed Whedon, and Cliff Richards.  Also check out that snazzy Phil Noto cover!

4) Godzilla: Kingdom of Monsters #1

This series boasts an impressive creative team that should bring some readers to this new series focusing on the famous movie monster and fellow monsters like Mothra, Rhodan, and Ghidorah.  Join Eric Powell, Tracy Marsh, and Phil Hester as they bring Godzilla back to comics.

5) Captain America #616

This week’s issue celebrates Cap’s 70th anniversary with an A-list of top creators offering stories from throughout Cap’s history.  Featuring work from writers like Ed Brubaker, Cullen Bunn, and Frank Tieri, and artists like Travis Charest, Mike Deodato, Howard Chaykin, Paul Azaceta, and Ed McGuinness, there’s something for every Cap fan to enjoy here.  Also worth noting is the issue’s great story from Charlotte creators Jason Latour and Rico Renzi, who continue their impressive year of Marvel work.  Be sure to check out Latour and Renzi’s upcoming southern crime book Loose Ends from 12 Gauge, which features detailed art from Chris Brunner, another of Charlotte’s talented artists.  Their first issue comes out in July, but you can pick up a preview of it on Free Comic Book Day on May 7 at Heroes.

Bonus Picks of the Week: Jimmy Olsen #1, Age of X: Universe #1, Incognito: Bad Influences #5, Detective Comics #875, and Black Panther: Man Without Fear #516.