Saturday, October 19, 2024

New Gods #2

New Gods
Issue 2
Cover by Walt Simonson

Mr. Miracle has found himself at a crossroads. Presented with a terrible choice by his brother Orion, he must decide between venturing out to save a child he has never met -a new god made manifest- or stay home to raise a child of his own.

Meanwhile, an evil awakens, driven mad by an obsession with a dead god, and sets its sights on this same child. Several forces, of good and of evil, converge on this child as his latent powers begin to reveal themselves to the world. And while these dramas play out on Earth, the forces of an intergalactic inquisition march ever closer...

Release Date: January, 2025

Saturday, October 12, 2024

Challengers Of The Unknown #1

Challengers Of The Unknown
Issue 1
Cover by Mike Deodato Jr., Jao Canola

Spinning out of 'Absolute Power' and the 'DC All-In' Special, the terror of the Darkseid shockwave has cascaded across the DC Universe... tearing open the very fabric of time and space itself! Only one band of super-scientists have the right stuff to challenge the fate of a universe... enter: The Challengers of the Unknown!

Alongside the Justice League -where the Challengers run day-to-day operations for the massive Watchtower base in orbit above Earth- Ace Morgan, June Robbins, Prof Haley, Red Ryan, and Rocky Davis must team with Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the League to seal the rifts that threaten the galaxy. But a mysterious foe from the Challengers' past lurks in the shadows, and its connection to the godshock will put the DCU on borrowed time!

Release Date: December, 2024

Saturday, September 21, 2024

All Star Batman And Robin The Boy Wonder #1

All Star Batman And Robin The Boy Wonder
Issue 1: Episode One
Cover by Jim Lee, Scott Williams, Alex Sinclair

All hell breaks loose at the circus as millionaire Bruce Wayne and gal pal Vicki Vale witness a young boy's life shattered before their eyes. Orphaned, Dick Grayson has nowhere to go and no one to turn to no one but Bruce Wayne and the shadow of the bat! Expect action, adventure, guest-stars and the unexpected as Miller and Lee deliver the ultimate tales of the Dynamic Duo!

☆☆  Batman Day 2024  ☆☆


Release Date: July, 2005

Sunday, September 15, 2024

The Green Lantern #6

The Green Lantern
Issue 6: Under Strange Skies
Cover by Liam Sharp, Steve Oliff

Hal Jordan’s final initiation test to join the Blackstars? Kill Adam Strange! In this issue, Controller Mu and his Blackstar goon squad have invaded and occupied the planet Rann, and its protector is at their mercy! When planet after planet has fallen to the Blackstars -and these monsters are at Rann’s gate- does the galaxy have any hope to survive?

Release Date: April, 2019

Wednesday, September 11, 2024

Superman #709

Superman
Issue 709: Grounded - Chapter VII 
Cover by John Cassaday, David Barón

Superman visits Boulder, Colorado, as 'Grounded' races forward! And speaking of racing, here comes The Flash! The Scarlet Speedster has made a strange discovery that relates to Superman, so he tracks The Man of Steel down in the Centennial State to get some answers! What did Flash discover? Well, let's just say there's a reason Superman isn't very happy to see him...

In memory of American artist and director John Cassaday (1971-2024)

Release Date: March, 2011

Sunday, September 8, 2024

Wonder Woman - Forgotten Legends

Wonder Woman
Forgotten Legends
Cover by Trina Robbins

In the aftermath of a universe-shattering crisis, an inanimate clay figure is all that remains of Wonder Woman, champion and defender of Paradise Island... until Queen Hippolyta uses a magic sphere to look back in time and remind the Amazons of the bravery and fortitude of their late Princess.

Tales of Wonder Woman in the style of the Golden Age of Comics by Trina Robbins and Kurt Busiek are collected at last! In these stories from the 1980s, Paradise Island is threatened by a mysterious Amazon known as Atomia! This title collects 'The Legend Of Wonder Woman' #1-4, 'Wonder Woman' #318 and a story from Annual #2.

In memory of American cartoonist Trina Robbins (1938-2024)

Release Date: March, 2018

Sunday, August 18, 2024

Titans #17

Titans
Issue 17
Cover by Edwin Galmon

The Titans Roster Grows! It's a new day in the DCU, and the future is bright! Why, then, are the Titans looking backward, reliving their most horrific and traumatic moments, again and again, stuck in an endless loop? And who's the temporal tyrant behind this time-bending torment? Here's a hint: Time will tell.

Release Date: November, 2024

Wednesday, August 14, 2024

Robin Lives! #2

Robin Lives!
Issue 2: Bedlam
Cover by Dan Mora

Over 30 years ago, history was made when fans voted to kill the second Robin, Jason Todd. Now, DC continues the alternate story of what would have happened if he had lived... Jason Todd, traumatized after The Joker's near-fatal attack, struggles to step back into Robin's shoes, while Batman questions the very need for a young partner by his side. Has Joker killed Robin after all? When tragedy strikes again in the form of the mind-bending Scarecrow, how do our heroes find their way back... especially with Copperhead on the loose and The Joker on the run?

Release Date: August, 2024

Wednesday, August 7, 2024

Aquaman #3

Aquaman
Issue 3: Arthur Goes Hawaiian
Cover by Tom Grummett, Terry Austin, Tom McCraw

Aquaman travels to Hawaii with Aqualad and Dolphin to discover the truth behind what happened to him and Charybdis's connections to the government.

Release Date: October, 1994

Sunday, July 7, 2024

Zatanna #15

Zatanna
Issue 15: Witch Hunt
Cover by Ariel Díaz

After a successful show, Zatanna seeks a moment of tranquility; however, the peace does not last long as the young magician is attacked by a group of witch hunters. Wounded to the point that she is not able to cast any spells, will Zatanna be able to avoid her pursuers by using her father's teachings of not relying solely on magic?

Release Date: September, 2023

Thursday, July 4, 2024

JSA #37

JSA
Issue 37: Crossing Over
Cover by Christian Alamy

Johnny Thunder has caught the wrong end of a Marvel-ous fury, and the world must cope with the repercussions of Ultra-Humanite's mad dream. The JSA learns the hard way that to stop the Ultra-Humanite, the ultimate price must be paid.! 'Stealing Thunder' finale.

Release Date: June, 2002

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

JLA #37

JLA
Issue 37: World War III - Part II
Cover by Howard Porter, John Dell, David Smith

The entire world is descending into strife and chaos as Mageddon -the doomsday weapon of the Old Gods- approaches to give humankind its ultimate test. But as war and violence spread around the globe, where are the JLA? Fighting for their lives against Luthor's new Injustice Gang, that's where!

Release Date: November, 1999

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Rima The Jungle Girl #2

Rima The Jungle Girl
Issue 2: Flight From Eden
Cover by Joe Kubert

After being saved by the young woman, Abel goes looking for Rima through the jungle, and upon finding her, learns of her fantastic origin. Will the smitten Abel betray the trust that Rima has put in him, or will he reject the belief of the locals who see the beautiful girl as an evil witch?

Release Date: May, 1974

Sunday, June 23, 2024

Justice Society Of America - Kingdom Come Special

Justice Society Of America - Kingdom Come Special
The Kingdom
Cover by Alex Ross

Gog rewards those he deems fit: Starman has regained his sanity, Sandman his sleep, Dr. Mid-Nite his sight, and Damage his pride. But slowly, these 'gifts' are beginning to look a little more like curses. Plus, Starman's true mission in the present continues developing.

Release Date: November, 2008

Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Cyborg #2

Cyborg
Issue 2: Didn't Cha Know
Cover by Serg Acuña

Cyborg has faced aliens, demons, and extradimensional forces, but a robot that claims to be his father, Silas Stone, breaking into his childhood home isn't something he'd ever expect! Cyborg needs answers from the suspicious new corporation in town, Solace, to get to the bottom of this. Is this a decoy or the real deal? Either way, Victor's time in Detroit just got a lot more complicated!

Release Date: June, 2023

Sunday, June 16, 2024

The Fury Of Firestorm #12

The Fury Of Firestorm
Issue 12: Fallout And Decay
Cover by Yildiray Cinar, Marlo Alquiza, Hi-Fi

The Nuclear Men's quest for Ashra Khan takes a new turn, and the menace of Zither is revealed!

Release Date: August, 2012

Wednesday, June 12, 2024

Green Arrow #3

Green Arrow
Issue 3: The Old Man And The Sea
Cover by Matt Wagner

The third part of 'Quiver' storyline finds Ollie knee deep in battle with drug dealers and corrupt politicians. Meanwhile, a menace from the deep blue sea threatens to throw Star City into chaos. His name... Black Manta!

Release Date: April, 2001

Sunday, June 9, 2024

Crisis On Infinite Earths #12

Crisis On Infinite Earths
Issue 12: Final Crisis
Cover by George Pérez

It's the final stand against ultimate evil for the fate of reality in an over-sized issue! Your favorite DC characters combine forces for one last assault against the Anti-Monitor in a battle that will deliver the birth of the modern DC Universe and pave the way for all major crossovers that follow!

Release Date: March, 1986

Wednesday, June 5, 2024

Detective Comics #487

Detective Comics
Issue 487: The Perils Of Sergius
Cover by José Luis García-López, Tatjana Wood, Gaspar Saladino

The Sensei marks a writer named Sergius for death when he thinks Sergius has stumbled onto his plan, and contracts the work out to one Ma Murder. But Batman takes an interest in the writer, and protects him from Ma’s murder attempts. Plus: Solo adventures featuring Roy Raymond TV Detective, Robin, and Batgirl!

Release Date: September, 1979

Sunday, June 2, 2024

Detective Comics Classics

Detective Comics Classics
The Riddler's Prison-Puzzle Problem
Cover by José Luis García-López

Previously available only in the 'Detective Comics' Action Figures Box Set DC Direct, this collection features classic tales from Detective Comics #377 and #384-385 and Batman Family #1! Features an appearance by The Riddler, plus a team-up tale starring Robin and Batgirl!

Release Date: February, 2011

Sunday, May 26, 2024

DC Special Blue Ribbon Digest #2

DC Special Blue Ribbon Digest
Issue 2: The Flash And His Friends
Cover by Ross Andru, Dick Giordano

Presenting a fantastic fistful of the Flash's most classic team-ups! The Scarlet Speedster battles side-by-side with Green Lantern when they become... "Captives of the Cosmic Ray!" The Elongated Man and Captain Boomerang become our hero's partners-in-peril in the adventure of... "The Space-Boomerang Trap!"

Kid Flash and the Golden Age Flash join the Crimson Comet on... "The Doomward Flight of the Flashes!" The Weather Wizard blows up a storm when... "Kid Flash Meets the Elongated Man!"

The Flash joins forces with... himself? when he becomes "The One-Man Justice League!" Plus an action bonus, as The Flash tackles Abra Kadabra in... "Robberies by Magic!"?

Release Date: February, 1980

Saturday, May 25, 2024

Action Comics #584

Action Comics
Issue 584: Squatter!
Cover by John Byrne, Dick Giordano

Superman goes on a rampage, and when Wonder Girl, Cyborg, and Changeling attempt to interfere, he turns against his fellow heroes. Guest-Starring The Teen Titans!

Release Date: October, 1986

Sunday, May 19, 2024

Batman - Dark Age #5

Batman - Dark Age
Issue 5
Cover by Michael Allred

Ra’s al Ghul has come for Gotham! When Bruce’s former mentor becomes his greatest enemy, he is forced to recruit some of the unlikeliest allies out there... the Rogues Gallery! Will their team-up be enough to save this city on the brink of destruction?

Release Date: August, 2024

Wednesday, May 15, 2024

Zero Hour 30th Anniversary Special

Zero Hour
30th Anniversary Special
Cover by Dan Jurgens, Jerry Ordway

30 years ago, one of the DCU's brightest heroes fell from grace, driven over the edge by his failure to save Coast City and millions of people. In the famed 'Emerald Twilight' storyline, Hal Jordan became Parallax in the wake of Coast City being annihilated.

After that, he almost succeeded in refashioning the entire DC timeline and resetting reality to restore his home in the 'Zero Hour' event. Luckily, the heroes prevailed and destroyed this villain and timeline for good... or so we thought.

Green Lantern Kyle Rayner is about to discover Hal and his vision have survived, and they're willing to do whatever it takes to make sure their world prevails! Writers Dan Jurgens and Ron Marz return to the world of Zero Hour with an art team comprised of all-star DC talent to celebrate this landmark anniversary. What repercussions will their story today have for those of tomorrow?

Release Date: September, 2024

Sunday, May 12, 2024

JSA #36

JSA
Issue 36: Time-Bound
Cover by Rags Morales

The Ultra-Humanite grinds down on the JSA. This one's a knock-down, drag-out battle royal, where we see Hourman's new powers, witness Wildcat learning how to fly, and mourn innocence lost! 'Stealing Thunder' part 4.

Release Date: May, 2002

Wednesday, May 8, 2024

JLA #36

JLA
Issue 36: World War III - Part I
Cover by Howard Porter, John Dell

Since the start of the new JLA, there have been hints of a threat on the horizon. Now it has arrived: the doomsday weapon of the Old Gods, the Anti-Sun known as Mageddon! Plus, Lex Luthor's new Injustice Gang!

Release Date: October, 1999

Sunday, May 5, 2024

Crossover Classics - The Marvel/DC Collection

Crossover Classics: The Marvel/DC Collection
Volume I
Cover by George Pérez

Sixteen years after their first co-publication, Marvel and DC have joined forces again. This time they have collected, in one volume, all four of their historic crossover stories from the previous two decades! 

Relive comic book history with Superman, Spider-Man, Batman, The Incredible Hulk, The Uncanny X-Men, The New Teen Titans, and a supporting cast of Heroes and Villains!

Release Date: December, 1991

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

Silver Age - Showcase

Silver Age - Showcase
Issue 1: The 7 Soldiers Of Victory
Cover by Dick Giordano

When Agamemno threatens the planet Rann, Adam Strange and Deadman need a little extra help, so Batgirl, Metamorpho, Blackhawk, Mento, and an all-new Shining Knight join forces for the first time as the Seven Soldiers of Victory!

Release Date: May, 2000

Sunday, April 28, 2024

Justice League #71

Justice League
Issue 51: The Biggest Score Ever - Conclusion
Cover by Yanick Paquette, Nathan Fairbairn

The Royal Flush Gang hatched one of the most elaborate plans in the history of the DC Universe, and now we know that all of it was a prelude to the crime of this and maybe even the next century. How does it connect to the trial of Black Adam? When all seems lost, hope can still be found! With Wonder Woman now by their side, the Justice League Dark have survived to fight another day. Merlin is only getting started-can the team still prove they have the magic within to defeat the medieval mage?

Release Date: January, 2022

Sunday, April 14, 2024

Titans #31

Titans
Issue 31: The Other Side
Cover by Clayton Henry, Ivan Plascencia

If you want blood, you got it... but the Titans may not like it! There’s a new leader of the Blood Cult, and her name is Mother Blood! Their mission? Kidnapping the best scientific minds from around the world to perfect their emergent-energy weapon. Their next target? Steel! And the Blood Cult has an ace up its sleeve: weaponized Source Wall energy that turns its victims into blood zombies. (As if there weren’t enough blood motifs in this ish...) In the Titans’ blackest night (wink), a new hero has arrived to help turn the tide.

Release Date: December, 2018

Monday, April 8, 2024

Justice League Of America #54

Justice League Of America
Issue 54: Shadow Warriors
Cover by Brett Booth, Andrew Dalhouse

In the first chapter of "Eclipso Rising," the dark energies that have surrounded Earth are harnessed once more to usher in the great Lord of Darkness, Eclipso! And it looks like the corruption of all mankind starts with the members of the Justice League!

Release Date: February, 2011

Wednesday, March 20, 2024

World's Finest #26

World's Finest
Issue 26: Impossible - Part I
Cover by Jim Lee, Peter Steigerwald

Beware the power of the DoomMite! Following the imp-shattering events of the 'Batman/Superman: World's Finest' 2024 Annual and #25, it's up to Mr. Mxyzptlk and Bat-Mite to convince Batman and Superman that they're for real this time! If this dynamic duo of odd couples can't work together, then our entire dimension is in jeopardy!

Release Date: April, 2024

Friday, March 8, 2024

Wonder Woman #7

Wonder Woman
Issue 7
Cover by Ramona Fradon, Sandra Hope, Trish Mulvihill

For the Batman who has everything! Amidst their adventures as Superman and Wonder Woman, Clark and Diana take a thrilling journey into space to get a birthday gift for their dear friend Bruce.

In memory of American artist Ramona Fradon (1926-2024)

Release Date: March, 2024

Sunday, March 3, 2024

The Super Friends #38

The Super Friends
Issue 38: The Fate Of The Phantom Super Friends!
Cover by Ramona Fradon, Robert Allen Smith

Grax, the Earth-Hating Alien whose previous attempt to destroy the world was thwarted by a timely warning from the Wonder Twins is back again and more dangerous than ever in 'The Fate of the Phantom Super Friends!'

In memory of American artist Ramona Fradon (1926-2024)

Release Date: August, 1980