Wednesday, May 5, 2021

Green Lantern Corps #63

Green Lantern Corps
Issue 63: Now And Forever!
Cover by Tyler Kirkham, Matt Banning, Nei Rufino

With tensions high from the fallout of 'War Of The Green Lanterns,' and their faith in the Guardians of the Universe shattered, Kyle Rayner, Boodikka, Salaak, Tomar-Tu, and many other Corps members confront personal crises that might do the one thing that Sinestro, The Manhuners, and other menaces never could: destroy the Green Lantern Corps forever.

Four intertwined stories starring emerald crusaders from across the universe by Scott Kolins, Joe Prado, Freddie Williams II, Daniel HDR, Hi-Fi, Michael Atiyeh, and Pat Brosseau.

Release Date: August, 2011

Tuesday, May 4, 2021

The Flash - The Secret Of Barry Allen

The Flash: Volume VII
The Secret Of Barry Allen
Cover by Michael Turner, Peter Steigerwald

Wally West once more has a secret identity. The world remains unaware that he is the Flash. Now, he must choose which friends and allies to share the secret with. As he reconnects with the super-hero community, the Flash is attacked once more by Gorilla Grodd. Angrier and more savage than ever, Grodd proves tougher than expected -Nightwing, though, is on hand to lend support.

Elsewhere, the Rogues learn secrets of their own and gather to bury one of their first members. But the biggest shock in the life of the Fastest Man Alive comes when he reads a letter from his mentor and predecessor Barry Allen, revealing a dark decision that haunted him to the day he died. And after reading it, Wally needs to reassess what it means to be a hero in a world growing ever darker.

A thrilling new volume collecting The Flash #207-211 and #213-217.

Release Date: August, 2005

Monday, May 3, 2021

Batman - No Man's Land

Batman: No Man's Land
New Edition - Volume III
Cover by Dale Eaglesham, Sean Parsons, Patrick Martin

After suffering a cataclysmic earthquake, the U.S. government has deemed Gotham City uninhabitable and ordered all citizens to leave. It is now months later and those that have refused to vacate 'No Man's Land' live amid a citywide turf war in which the strongest prey on the weak. Batman and his allies continue their fight to save Gotham during its darkest hour.

Taking on a new costume and persona as Batgirl, the Huntress joins forces with Barbara Gordon, the former Batgirl, while Nightwing, the former Robin, tries to help the city's remaining citizens in any way he can. But as Batman begins to realize that he is fighting a fight he can't win, he collapses into a state of despair from which he may never recover.

This volume collects the issues: Batman #569-71, Detective Comics #736-738, Azrael: Agent Of The Bat #58, Batman: Legends Of The Dark Knight #122-124, Batman: Shadow Of The Bat #90-92, Robin #68-72, and Batman: No Man's Land Secret Files #1.

Release Date: August, 2012

Sunday, May 2, 2021

Crisis On Multiple Earths - Crisis Crossed

Crisis On Multiple Earths
Volume II: Crisis Crossed
Cover by Kerry Gammill

The perfect companion piece to 'Crisis On Infinite Earths' features the classic crossovers that launched the DC Multiverse as we know it: The team-ups between the heroes of the Justice League of America and their predecessors from Earth-2, the Justice Society of America!

This collection brings adventures of the heroes of two Earths as they search through time for the Seven Soldiers of Victory, discover Earth-X and the Freedom Fighters, meet the heroes of Earth-S, led by the Earth's Mightiest Mortal, Captain Marvel, as well as the Legion of Super-Heroes from the 30th century!
 
Includes Justice League of America #91-92, #100-102, #107-108, #113-124, #135-137, #147-148, and #159-160.

Release Date: January, 2022

Saturday, May 1, 2021

Crisis On Multiple Earths - Crossing Over

Crisis On Multiple Earths
Volume I: Crossing Over
Cover by Dave Gibbons

From legendary comics writers Gardner Fox and Dennis O’Neil come the incredible crossover events between the Justice League of America and the Justice Society of America that launched the DC Multiverse as we know it!

This collection brings together the earliest adventures of the heroes of two Earths as they battle their own arch-foes, the doppelgänger villains of Earth-Three known as the Crime Society, and more! 

Collects Justice League of America #21-22, #29-30, #37-38, #46-47, #55-56, #64-65, #73-74, #76, and #82-83.

Release Date: February, 2021

Monday, January 5, 2015

The New Adventures of Superman S01 E03-01

Show: The New Adventures of Superman
Air Date: September 24, 1966
Written by: Oscar Bensol

Superman
in
"The Threat Of The Thrutans"


A research satellite from the distant planet Thruta enters the Solar System on a scientific mission to harmlessly observe Earth. When a solar flare damages the satellite, its crew is forced to detach from the main rockets, thus stranding them in Earth's orbit.


Now in need of technology that will help them return to their home world, the marooned Thrutans launch a series of explosive devices in what they think is merely a show of strength. It is up to Superman to protect the city from the fallout of the Thrutans' careless attack.


Will the Man of Steel be able to stop the rampage of the extraterrestrial menace before the shockwaves of their powerful weapons destroy Metropolis and its surroundings?



First appearance of: Daily Planet Building.

Also featuring: Jimmy Olsen.

The World of DC Comics: Metropolis (Daily Planet, Metropolis High School, Space Rocket launch base).

Sunday, January 4, 2015

The New Adventures of Superman S01 E02-02

Show: The New Adventures of Superman
Air Date: September 17, 1966
Written by: Oscar Bensol

Superman
in
"Merlin's Magic Marbles"


Frustrated by his constant defeats at the hands of Superman, Lex Luthor designs a machine that peers into the distant past, and thus the evil genius is able to establish contact with the ancient wizard of legend, Merlin. Luthor convinces Merlin to provide him with the means to "commit his deeds" without being caught by his pursuers.


The powerful wizard grants Lex the formula to create magic marbles that will turn him as young as a child, so he and his henchman Blinky can escape inconspicuously upon robbing the Metropolis Bank, the Metropolis Museum, and an armored truck. After each crime, the public, the authorities, and the Man of Steel himself are left baffled and confused by the brazen acts.


Will Superman be able to discover Luthor's latest ruse before the criminal mastermind makes his move on the Government Mint and throws the city into utter chaos?



First appearance of: Lex Luthor.

Also featuring: Perry White.

The World of DC Comics: Metropolis (Police Precinct 25/16, Metropolis Bank, Metropolis Museum, Government Mint).

Saturday, January 3, 2015

The New Adventures of Superman S01 E02-01

Show: The New Adventures of Superman
Air Date: September 17, 1966
Written by: Oscar Bensol

Superman
in
"The Prehistoric Pterodactyls"


In the vast, frozen Arctic, a violent earthquake causes an ice shelf to break apart, and from it, a couple of pterodactyls are freed from their eternal imprisonment. The prehistoric creatures then take flight and head for the southwest.


Reporters Clark Kent and Lois Lane are on special assignment in San Francisco, when they hear on the radio that a giant flying monster has been sighted by an aircraft carrier in Hawaii. While Lois stays to find out more information from the Navy, Clark changes into Superman and crosses the Pacific towards the Hawaiian islands.


The Man of Steel is successful in defending the aircraft carrier against the pterodactyl. What he doesn't know is that the Coast Guard is fighting a second flying creature in San Francisco, and Lois is caught right in the middle. Will Superman be able to return to California in time to save Lois from certain death?



First appearance of: Lois Lane.

The World of DC Comics: Arctic Circle. San Francisco, California. Hawaii.

Friday, January 2, 2015

The New Adventures of Superman S01 E01-02

Show: The New Adventures of Superman
Air Date: September 10, 1966
Written by: Oscar Bensol

Superman
in
"The Mermen Of Emor"


While on assignment in Italy, Clark Kent and Jimmy Olsen take a day off to explore the coast. Once at the beach, the reporters hear stories of a couple of expert scuba divers who recently disappeared under strange circumstances beyond the offshore reef.


Wanting to prove his theory that a sea monster is responsible for the disappearance of the scuba divers, Jimmy ignores Clark's advice to stay away from the reef, and ventures into an underwater cave. Jimmy's error costs him dearly, as he is captured by the Mermen, a barbaric race of submarine creatures who inhabit the ancient city of Emor.


Will Superman discover that the young reporter is missing, and save him in time before King Triton of Emor sacrifices him to the deadly lionsharks?



First appearance of: Jimmy Olsen.

The World of DC Comics: Coastal Italy. The ancient Roman City of Emor.

Thursday, January 1, 2015

The New Adventures of Superman S01 E01-01

Show: The New Adventures of Superman
Air Date: September 10, 1966
Written by: Oscar Bensol

Superman
in
"The Force Phantom"


A beam of light lands from space at an Asian rocket base, and takes the barely visible shape of a giant being formed of compressed force. The creature wreaks havoc in the base before departing to other space centers in the Middle East and North Africa to cause more damage.


News of the mysterious attacks make their way to the Daily Planet, where reporter Clark Kent realizes that it will not be too long before Cape Kennedy becomes an impending target. This is a job for Superman!


Will the Man of Steel be able to stop the creature from destroying the Kennedy Space Center, and find those responsible for its creation?



First Appearance of: Superman, Clark Kent, and Perry White.

The World of DC Comics: Cape Kennedy, Florida. Mainland Asia, presumably China.