All-New Guardians of the Galaxy Annual #1

The Guardians are in serious trouble — this 2017 annual's cover by David Nakayama shows Star-Lord, Rocket Raccoon, Gamora (sword at the ready), Drax, and tiny Groot all ensnared by the massive, glowing green tentacles of a Hydra emblem, its skull-faced insignia looming ominously at center. It's a striking visual threat that sets the tone for whatever Chad Bowers and Chris Sims have cooked up with artist Danilo S. Beyruth and colorist Tamra Bonvillain. At $4.99 this annual-sized package promises a full-throttle cosmic adventure with Marvel's scrappiest team up against one of its most recognizable villainous organizations.