DC COMICS FOR SEPTEMBER

Following are DC Comics' solicitations for September, with information coming from the company.

BATMAN TITLES

DETECTIVE COMICS #786

Written by Ed Brubaker and Rick Spears; art by Patrick Zircher, Aaron Sowd and Rob G.; cover by Tim Sale.

The conclusion of "Made of Wood" throws Batman and the JSA's Green Lantern Alan Scott into a race against time to save James Gordon from a homicidal maniac! And in the back-up - "The Dogcatcher," Part 2 of 4, by Rick Spears and Rob G.- an unfortunate city worker happens upon the Joker's lost pooch.

40 pages, $2.75, in stores on Sept. 3.

BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #171

Written by Tom Peyer; art by Tony Harris and Wade von Grawbadger; cover by Harris.

The 3-part "Irresistible" concludes with a bang. After Bruce Wayne's manipulated suicide attempt, Batman finally uncovers the secret of Frank Sharp's power. But can Batman break through Sharp's mind-controlled police escort before Sharp flees Gotham for good?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept.10

BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #45

Written by Scott Beatty and Kimo Temperance; art by Dave Ross, John Floyd and Nathan Fox; cover by Brian Bolland.

"Knights Passed" ends with a bang as Man-Bat enters the picture! But what does he want, and why is shredding Batman part of the answer? Meanwhile, the people closest to Bruce Wayne find themselves targeted by someone who wants the truth about the death of Jason Todd. Plus, in the black-and-white backup, a tale of action, adventure…and babysitting? Batman hunts down a band of crooks in a warehouse and finds an infant. Fisticuffs and teething collide as the Dark Knight must rescue the hapless tot.

40 pages, $2.75, in stores on Sept. 17.

BATMAN #619

Written by Jeph Loeb; art and covers by Jim Lee and Scott Williams.

The conclusion to the 12-part "Hush" story arc that has thrilled critics and fans alike, featuring two variant triple-gatefold covers. Who is Hush? Why has this mysterious figure plagued Batman? All the secrets are revealed, and one thing is for sure: Nothing will ever be the same for the Dark Knight. The two triple-paneled gatefold covers feature Batman and his allies on one, and all the major Bat-villains on the other, showcasing Jim Lee's incredible vision of the dark world of Batman. Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers featuring Batman allies (50 percent) and Batman villains (50 percent).

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 24.

ARKHAM ASYLUM: LIVING HELL #5

Written by Dan Slott; art by Ryan Sook and Wade von Grawbadger; painted cover by Eric Powell.

As if rioting super-villains weren't bad enough, Arkham Asylum now has a new, deadlier menace to contend with. With demons picking off both guards and inmates, it's time to bring in an expert: Jason Blood.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

BATGIRL #44

Written by Dylan Horrocks; art by Adrian Sibar and Andy Owens; painted cover by James Jean.

Batman and Batgirl must team up with Black Wind to take out Dr. Death before Death can unleash a genocidal weapon on the innocents of Tarakstan.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

BATMAN ADVENTURES #6

Written by Dan Slott and Ty Templeton; art by Rich Burchett and Terry Beatty; cover by Kelsey Shannon.

Batman's out to bust the various rackets of the gangster named Black Mask…but he's playing with fire when he goes after the Mask's pet arsonist: Firefly.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

BATMAN: BRUCE WAYNE - FUGITIVE VOL. 3 TP

Written by Greg Rucka, Ed Brubaker, Kelley Puckett, Devin Grayson, and Geoff Johns; art by Steve Leiber, Scott McDaniel, Rich Burchett, Roger Robinson, Damion Scott and various; cover by McDaniel.

Bruce Wayne has been cleared of killing Vesper Fairchild and David Cain has been taken into custody, but the story doesn't end there! This concluding volume wraps up the best-selling storyline, reprinting Detective Comics #773-775, Batman #606-607 and Batgirl #33, with closing remarks by writers Greg Rucka and Ed Brubaker, all under a new cover by Scott McDaniel.

176 pages, $12.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

BATMAN: DEATH AND THE MAIDENS #2

Written by Greg Rucka; art and cover by Klaus Janson.

The ultimate story of morality and mortality continues. Ra's al Ghul faces off against Batman on the Dark Knight's home turf, and he's come to make a serious accusation. Meanwhile, the mysterious and deadly Nyssa begins the latest phase of her private war against Ra's.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

BATMAN: BLACK AND WHITE VOL. 2 TP

Written by Chris Claremont, Paul Dini, Kelley Puckett, Steven T. Seagle, Ty Templeton, John Arcudi, Brian Azzarello, Alan Brennert, John Byrne, Howard Chaykin, Warren Ellis, Harlan Ellison, Alan Grant, Dave Gibbons, Bob Kanigher, Paul Levitz, Tom Peyer, Paul Pope, and Walter Simonson; art by Alex Ross, Steve Rude, Tim Sale, Marie Severin, Daniel Torres, Kyle Baker, Jordi Bernet, Enrique Breccia, John Buscema, Byrne, Gene Colan, Ronnie Del Carmen, José Luis García-López, Gibbons, Gene Ha, Jim Lee, John Paul Leon, Pope, Eduardo Risso, Paul Rivoche, Tony Salmons, Mark Buckingham, and Tom Palmer; cover by Mike Mignola.

Collecting the first 16 Batman backups from Batman: Gotham Knights plus 40 pages of material commissioned for the hardcover in a softcover edition! Get a healthy dose of noir-flavored short stories featuring the Dark Knight - written and drawn by a stellar lineup of creators.

176 pages, black and white, $19.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

BATMAN: TENSES #2

Written by Joe Casey; art by Cully Hamner and Dexter Vines; cover by Hamner.

Concluding the story set during Batman's first year. The Dark Knight's hunt for an insane serial killer with precognition reaches a fever pitch as the madman's visions hearken rampant death and destruction across Gotham City.

64 pages, $6.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

BIRDS OF PREY #59

Written by Gail Simone; art and cover by Ed Benes and Alex Lei.

Master extortionist Savant has pushed Oracle's courage and Canary's will to their very limits. Now Babs reluctantly recruits the Huntress, while Dinah must make a sacrifice that leaves her more vulnerable than ever. Their final confrontation with the man who knows their weaknesses will have repercussions for months to come.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

CATWOMAN #23

Written by Ed Brubaker; art and cover by Cameron Stewart. Catwoman's "Wild Ride" continues with a stopover in a familiar locale: Opal City. But danger is everywhere as the mysterious Arabian ninjas who plagued Selina back in Keystone City catch up with her and Holly.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 24.

GOTHAM CENTRAL #11

Written by Greg Rucka; art by Brian Hurtt; cover by Michael Lark.

The tension of "Half a Life" breaks with an issue focusing on Stacy, the only person in Gotham allowed to activate the famed Bat-signal. This "day in the life" story of the Major Crimes Unit told through the eyes of their only civilian reveals that what seems like a great day job may be having adverse effects on her personal life, in ways she never thought possible.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

HARLEY QUINN #36

Written by A.J. Lieberman; art and cover by Mike Huddleston and Troy Nixey.

"Behind Blue Eyes" Part 4 of 5. At last, the truth is revealed about Amanda's parents: why they hid valuable information with her, and how to retrieve it. But knowledge isn't always power, and Harley is running out of options as she struggles to keep herself and her unlikely ward alive.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

NIGHTWING #85

Written by Devin Grayson; art by Mike Lilly and Jesse Delperdang; cover by J.H. Williams III.

Somebody has to take the rap for the murder of Chief Redhorn. Will it be Tarantula or Nite-Wing? One thing's for certain: Neither is going down without a fight.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 10.

ROBIN #118

Written by Jon Lewis; art by Pete Woods and Andrew Pepoy; cover by Jo Chen.

The storyline that redefines Robin's role continues. Burdened with a horrible secret and certain there's a traitor within the Bat-group, Robin nears his breaking point. And while his investigation into the traitor's identity produces a possible lead, Robin finds himself being stalked.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 17.

SUPERMAN TITLES

ACTION COMICS #807

Written by Joe Kelly; art by Pascual Ferry and Cam Smith; cover by Ferry.

The “Supergirls” story arc continues. Mia, the Supergirl from Superman, joins the fight along with Natasha Irons and Girl 13. The trio sets out to stop a mysterious assailant who has delivered a near-fatal blow to Superman. And in the middle of it all, a blackout hits Metropolis.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 3.

ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #620

Written by Joe Casey; art by Derec Aucoin; cover by Kevin Nowlan.

Who is the Candidate and why does someone want him dead? Lois and Clark are determined to find out! Meanwhile, the sun is being eaten and the world is becoming a much colder place. What can Superman do against a cannibal planet?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 10.

SUPERMAN #197

Written by Steven T. Seagle; art and cover by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens.

A deaf Superman is getting sicker by the minute. Will Supergirl find the real cause of his malady? Plus, an appearance by Krypto.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 24.

SUPERMAN/BATMAN #2

Written by Jeph Loeb; art and cover by Ed McGuinness and Dexter Vines.

Badly injured, Superman and Batman must make it back to the Batcave, where they confront the most unexpected guest-star of the year! Plus, Lex Luthor makes a startling announcement that will have an impact on the lives of both heroes.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

SUPERMAN/BATMAN SECRET FILES 2003

Written by Geoff Johns, Jeremy Johns, Jeph Loeb, and Mark Waid; art by Ivan Reis, Tim Sale, Ed McGuinness, Scott McDaniel, Marc Campos, and Pascual Ferry; cover by McGuinness

Discover the secrets of DC's heaviest hitters in an explosive special tied directly into their new ongoing series' first storyline! In a lead story by Geoff Johns, Ivan Reis and Marc Campos, an unexpected champion plays a decisive role in the super-powered war on terror — but how will the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight respond to him? Plus: a surprising look at Luthor as "man of the people" written by Mark Waid; another thrilling take from the creators of Superman For All Seasons, Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale; and profiles of the Superman/Batman cast by Ed McGuinness, Scott McDaniel and Pascual Ferry.

48 pages, $4.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

SUPERMAN: BIRTHRIGHT #3

Written by Mark Waid; art and cover by Leinil Yu and Gerry Alanguilan.

Continuing the bold reimagining of Superman's origins. Learn where Superman's costume came from, and why Pa Kent was dead set against it.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

SUPERMAN: BLOOD OF MY ANCESTORS

Written by Steven Grant and Gil Kane; art by Kane, John Buscema and Kevin Nowlan; cover by Buscema and Nowlan.

Elseworlds. The final work of legendary artists Gil Kane and John Buscema pits Superman against a strange alien menace that devours memories. The Man of Steel’s memories hearken back to an era where the House of El began, but can Superman’s earliest ancestor defy the great god Rao and restore order to Krypton?

64 pages, $6.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

SUPERMAN: DAY OF DOOM TP

Written by Dan Jurgens; art and cover by Jurgens and Bill Sienkiewicz.

Collecting the four-issue mini-series revisiting the behemoth who killed the Man of Steel. On the anniversary of Superman's death, someone is following Doomsday's cross-country path…and murdering people along the way.

96 pages, $9.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

SUPERMAN: END OF THE CENTURY SC

Written by Stuart Immonen; painted art by Immonen, line art and cover by Immonen and José Marzan, Jr.

Superman and Lois Lane must save the world from the deranged and super-powerful son of the former Mrs. Lex Luthor in a stunning softcover edition of the original graphic novel written and illustrated by Stuart Immonen.

96 pages, $17.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

SUPERMAN: METROPOLIS #8

Written by Chuck Austen; art by Teddy Kristiansen; cover by Ashley Wood.

New artist Teddy Kristiansen continues to bring his vision to Metropolis. It’s a blackout in Metropolis! And when Lena vacates the Tech, who's going to fill the vital role of controlling the city?

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

SUPERMAN & BATMAN: GENERATIONS III #9

Written and illustrated by John Byrne; cover by Byrne

Elseworlds. As an incredible battle rages in the 27th century, a wounded parademon staggers through the woods. An elderly blind woman offers him shelter in exchange for information — but nothing is what it seems in the shocking "A Soldier's Story!"

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

SMALLVILLE #4

Written by Mark Verheiden and Clint Carpenter; art by Renato Guedes, Oclair Albert and Tom Derenick; cover by John Van Fleet.

The conclusion of the story that finds Lex Luthor accused in the murder of an old friend. How will he clear his name and find out who set him up? And in a special back-up story from "between the scenes" of the Season One episode "Rogue," Clark shares a car ride to Metropolis with a crooked cop who knows his secret. Plus, interviews with series creators Al Gough and Miles Millar detailing what’s in store for Season Three, and the next installment of the Season One episode guide.

48 pages, $3.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

DC UNIVERSE TITLES

AQUAMAN #10

Written by Rick Veitch; art by Yvel Guichet and Mark Propst; cover by Andrew Robinson.

Black Manta and Aquaman travel to Dreamtime to battle the Thirst for the soul of the fourth and final river goddess! Meanwhile, Tempest is back in Atlantis, where he discovers a monstrosity pumping dark, satanic energy into the oceans.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

BAD GIRLS #2

Written by Steve Vance; art by Christine Norrie and J.Bone; cover by Darwyn Cooke.

High school politics and super-powers mix it up in this hot new mini-series, as the artistic torch passes to hot artists Christine Norrie and J. Bone. New girl in town Lauren is learning just how nasty the popular girls of San Narcisco High can be — now that they can morph, turn invisible, and fly. At an out-of-control pool party, she’s torn between loyalty to them and sympathy for her uncool friend Ronald — who’s hatching his own mysterious plan…

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

CINNAMON: EL CICLO #2

Written by Jen Van Meter; art by Francisco Paronzini and Robert Campanella; cover by Howard Chaykin.

The tale of revenge and honor in the New West continues. Modern-day gunslinger Cinnamon heads to L.A. to settle old business from the long-ago murder of her father. To get there, she’ll make a deal with the devils dealing cheap immigrant labor to the City of Angels.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

DC/MARVEL: CROSSOVER CLASSICS IV TP

Written by Ron Marz, John Byrne, J.M. DeMatteis, and Dan Jurgens; art by Darryl Banks, Terry Austin, Byrne, Graham Nolan, Karl Kesel, Jurgens and Art Thibert.

Bringing together a staggering collection of the greatest comics heroes ever with an all-star roster of legendary creators. This volume collects Green Lantern/Silver Surfer: Unholy Alliances, Darkseid Vs. Galactus: The Hunger, Batman & Spider-Man, and Superman/Fantastic Four.

224 pages, $14.95.

THE DEMON: DRIVEN OUT #1

Written by Joshua Dysart; art by Pop Mhan and Art Thibert; cover by Jo Chen.

It’s an Etrigan the Demon you’ve never seen in a 6-issue hyper-pulp miniseries. Jason Blood cuts a deal with a cult of modern-day alchemists to divorce him from the Demon for good. But when the ceremony goes horribly wrong, Etrigan must mix it up with street racers and the Yakuza mob.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

DR. FATE #2

Written by Christopher Golden; art by Don Kramer and Prentis Rollins; cover by Paul Rivoche.

The action-packed mystical mini-series continues. Nabu has disappeared and Dr. Fate grows ever more alarmed at his absence as the coven of Salem mystics make their magical intentions known. Meanwhile, Justin Guilder's life takes a turn for the worse as Nabu's ancient enemy, The Curse, reappears with a vengeance seeking to destroy Dr. Fate.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

EMPIRE #3

Written by Mark Waid; art by Barry Kitson and James Pascoe; cover by Kitson.

The mini-series chronicling the life of a villainous dictator continues. Golgoth’s trusted soldiers are given a drug that provides them with superpowers. But when the secret source of that drug has been discovered by a few of Golgoth’s trusted staff, it may mean their deaths.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 24.

FALLEN ANGEL #3

Written by Peter David; art by David Lopez and Fernando Blanco; cover by Brian Stelfreeze.

Kicking off the 4-part story “Little Better Than a Beast!” Lee is caught up in a murder mystery when one of her students becomes desperately ill. Is a mysterious Bete Noire healer the girl’s only hope? Meanwhile, the errant son of a wealthy dictator comes to Bete Noire seeking sanctuary at Furors.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

THE FLASH #202

Written by Geoff Johns; art and cover by Alberto Dose.

“Ignition” continues! The Fastest Man Alive struggles to protect his fellow officers as the true identity of their killer is revealed. The Flash wants to bring the murderer to justice, but so does a rogue outside the law! Plus, a visit from the new rogue profiler for the K.C.P.D. is anything but pleasant for Wally and his wife, Linda.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 24.

FORMERLY KNOWN AS THE JUSTICE LEAGUE #3

Written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis; art and cover by Kevin Maguire and Joe Rubinstein

The heroes formerly known as the Justice League have no time to get down to business when JSA villainess Roulette captures the former Leaguers to prepare them for a fight to the death (and in Booster Gold's case, maybe that's not such a bad idea).

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

GREEN ARROW #30

Written by Judd Winick; art by Phil Hester and Ande Parks; painted cover by Matt Wagner.

Part 5 of the 6-part “Straight Shooter” finds Ollie trying desperately to turn the tables on über-assassin Constantine Drakon.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

GREEN LANTERN #169

Written by Ben Raab; art by Rick Burchett and Rodney Ramos; cover by Ariel Olivetti.

Kyle takes off for uncharted regions of space to save Kilowog’s soul. An ancient race of beings has taken hold of one of Kyle’s only allies, and Kyle will stop at nothing to make sure Kilowog is saved. Meanwhile, back on Earth, Jade finds herself questioning her relationship with Kyle.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 24.

GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD TWILIGHT/NEW DAWN TP

Written by Ron Marz; art by Daryl Banks, Bill Willingham, Derec Aucoin, Steve Carr, Fred Haynes, Craig Hamilton, Jamal Igle; cover by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer.

A new collection combining the events of the New Dawn and Emerald Twilight trades, originally presented in Green Lantern #148-155. Witness Hal Jordan’s last stand, as he collapsed into insanity and became Parallax, an unstoppable force…until freelance artist Kyle Rayner was awarded the last power ring, and a new Green Lantern was born.

192 pages, $19.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

HAWKMAN #19

Written by Geoff Johns; art Scott Eaton and Ray Kryssing; painted cover by John Watson.

Guest-starring Black Adam in a story that lays the groundwork for next year's crossover between JSA and Hawkman. During an archaeological dig within the country of Kahndaq, Black Adam comes to his former ally, Hawkman, to bring a halt to the excavation. But why is the dig so important to Black Adam? And who will help him keep Hawkman from unlocking the secret within?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

H-E-R-O #8

Written by Will Pfeifer; art by Patrick Gleason and Christian Alamy; painted cover by John Van Fleet

Part 2 of a special 2-part story! When we last left the guys of "Captain Chaos Productions," they were using the earth-shattering powers of the H-E-R-O device to perform dimwitted stunts and random acts of destruction. Now slick Hollywood producer Ronnie Barzell promises he can deliver fame and fortune. Does he really want to make them famous, or just get his hands on the device?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

HUMAN DEFENSE CORPS #5

Written by Ty Templeton; art by Clément Sauve Jr. and Dennis Janke; cover by Sauve Jr. and Juan Vlasco.

For the members of the Human Defense Corps, war is hell — literally. The soldiers march into the depths of Hades to conduct a search-and-rescue mission for their fallen comrades, but before it’s through, more may fall…

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

iCANDY #1

Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning; art by Kalman Andrasofszky; cover by Scott Iwahashi.

Get ready for a new monthly series that fires the high-octane action of a cutting-edge videogame into the real world. Meet Matt, a kid whose life is shattered when his parents divorce and his sister disappears. But is she really gone, or has she returned in the form of a video game character?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

JLA #86

Written by Joe Kelly; art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen.

The shocking twice-monthly storyline “Trial By Fire” continues here. The mysterious creature known as The Burning has decimated the Justice League. Can the few unscathed members find out the secret behind this deadly foe in time?

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 10.

JLA #87

Written by Joe Kelly; art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen.

The JLA’s “Trial By Fire” takes a fatal turn in Part 4 of 6, as the horrifying origin of their latest nemesis is revealed! Surprisingly, Batman feels there’s only one possible solution to The Burning question, and it's a stretch.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 24.

JLA-Z #1

Written by Mike McAvennie; art by Jim Lee, Scott McDaniel, Scott Kolins, Rob Haynes, Patrick Gleason, Dan Jurgens, Jeff Parker, Pascual Ferry, Tom Nguyen, Peter Pachoumis, Scott Williams, Christian Alamy, and various; cover by Phil Jimenez.

A handbook to DC's greatest super-team featuring artwork by some of the biggest names in comics, timed to coincide with the debut of JLA/Avengers. Featuring the first of a triptych of covers by Phil Jimenez, this issue includes villains and heroes from Amazo to Green Arrow, and features artwork by Jim Lee, Scott McDaniel and indie comics superstars including Jeff Parker.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

JLA/JSA: VIRTUE AND VICE SC

Written by David S. Goyer and Geoff Johns; art and cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesús Meriño.

A softcover edition of 2002’s hardcover. What starts as a friendly get-together between the JLA and JSA degenerates into a destructive melee…and from the ashes emerges a villainous uber-team made up of select members from each group. What’s made these former heroes of virtue turn into agents of vice? And who can possibly stop them once they get really mad?

96 pages, $17.95. in stores on Sept. 17.

JSA #52

Written by Geoff Johns; art by Don Kramer and Keith Champagne; cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jésus Meriño.

New penciller Don Kramer debuts. It's a brand-new day for the Justice Society of America…a new beginning after the events of the earth-shattering “Princes of Darkness” storyline. Friends join, others leave, and the seeds are sown for the next exciting year of the JSA. Plus, a look into the future plans of Black Adam and how they will eventually change the JSA forever.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

JSA: ALL-STARS #5

Written by Geoff Johns, David S. Goyer and Howard Chaykin; art by Adam DeKraker, Prentis Rollins, and Chaykin; cover by John Cassaday and Mark Lewis.

Spotlighting the JSA's prophetic powerhouse Hourman. Rick Tyler has struggled to take hold of his father's legacy as the original Hourman, and after years of failure he's finally succeeded…or has he? Plus, Howard Chaykin tackles the original Hourman in a Golden Age back-up tale.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

JSA: STEALING THUNDER TP

Written by Geoff Johns and David S. Goyer; art by Leonard Kirk, Stephen Sadowski, Peter Snejbjerg, Keith Giffen, Keith Champagne, Andrew Pepoy, and Al Milgrom; cover by Christian Alamy.

Collecting JLA #32-37, this trade paperback uncovers the Ultra-Humanite’s latest world-conquering scheme. Heroes from around the world — including members of the JSA — are vanishing, and those that remain must forge an unusual alliance with the Icicle to save the day.

176 pages, $14.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #23

Written by Chris Sequeira; art by Min S. Ku and Rob Leigh; cover by Eric Wight.

Kobra strikes reality television. After so many failed attempts to conquer the world, Kobra finds that his legion of believers is evaporating. In order to renew the faith of his followers, he comes up with his grandest scheme yet: to kill the Justice League live on TV.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 3.

THE LEGION #24

Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning; art and cover by Steve Lightle.

Legendary Legion artist Steve Lightle returns for an issue spotlighting the team’s darkest member: Umbra. On extended leave from the Legion, Umbra heads home to see if her birth world holds any clues to the disappearance of her powers. But things have changed on Talok VIII, and the darkness that was once her friend is now her enemy.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 24.

LOBO UNBOUND #4

Written by Keith Giffen; art by Alex Horley and Andy Kuhn; painted cover by Horley.

On the lawless planet of Dhabba Dhu, Bling-Bling the bounty hunter ain’t the only one who’s about to mess with Lobo’s assassination plans. The other one’s got antennae! Yep, you guessed it: The mighty Ambush Bug is back in an outrageous sequence by Andy Kuhn.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

OUTSIDERS #4

Written by Judd Winick; art by ChrisCross and Sean Parsons; cover by Tom Raney and Scott Hanna.

A month into the Outsiders’ tenure, the group feels frustrated to be hunting “low-rent super villains.” They set their collective sights on the bigger guns, but that way l

eads to blood…Brother Blood, to be exact.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

PLASTIC MAN ARCHIVES VOL. 5 HC

Written by Jack Cole; art by Cole and various; cover by Cole.

Reprinting Police Comics #50-58 and Plastic Man #4 in a handsome hardcover archive! Featuring an introduction by Bill Schelly and a host of innovative and unusual Golden Age Plastic Man tales.

204 pages, $49.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

REIGN OF THE ZODIAC #2

Written by Keith Giffen; art by Colleen Doran and Bob Wiacek; cover by Tony Harris.

The mythology of the Zodiac comes to life in this thrilling new series. On the distant world of Eidolon, the day arrives for a wedding rigged to create a superpower out of the decadent House of Virgo and the militaristic House of Aries. But the hot-blooded Arian bride has a secret plot to escape, which could lead to war.

32 pages, $2.75, in stores on Sept. 24.

SWEATSHOP #6

Written by Peter Bagge; art by Johnny Ryan, Stephanie Gladden, and Bill Wray; cover by Bagge.

Meet more of Mel’s family than you ever wanted to in the stories “I Have No Son” and “The Ex!” Yes, as if the Sweatshop gang didn’t have enough troubles from Mel Bowling, now they have to put up with his family.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

TEEN TITANS #3

Written by Geoff Johns; art by Mike McKone and Marlo Alquiza; cover by McKone and Alquiza.

A major Teen Titans foe from the past returns to cause trouble for the new team. Plus, someone thinks putting kids in the line of fire is a bad idea — and Starfire and Cyborg agree.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

WONDER WOMAN #196

Written by Greg Rucka; art by Drew Johnson and Ray Snyder; cover by Adam Hughes.

Part 1 of the 5-part "Down to Earth," the first extended storyline from the new creative team of Greg Rucka, Drew Johnson, and Ray Snyder. The project Wonder Woman has been working on since her arrival in Patriarch's World is finally revealed, giving new ammunition to Diana's foes, on Earth and Olympus itself. Featuring guest-appearances by Superman, Wonder Girl and Martian Manhunter.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 17.

WONDER WOMAN: THE BLUE AMAZON

Written by Randy Lofficier and Jean-Marc Lofficier; art and painted cover by Ted McKeever.

Completing the trilogy begun in the Elseworlds specials Superman: Metropolis and Batman: Nosferatu. The original Superman and Batman of the series return as the sinister Doctor Psykho keeps a mysterious — and powerful — captive in his “Palace of Sin”…a prisoner who may control the destiny of civilization.

64 pages, $6.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

DC: BEYOND THE UNIVERSE TITLES

CARTOON CARTOONS #22

Written by Jesse Leon McCann, Frank Strom and Paul Kupperberg; art by Maxwell Atoms, Frank Homiski, Stephen DeStefano, Mike Wetterhahn and Tim Chi Ly; cover by Atoms and Homiski.

From the hit show Grim & Evil, Billy and Mandy go bowling with their best buddy, The Grim Reaper! Plus, Johnny Bravo gets a government job, and Courage the Cowardly Dog gets engaged to an alien.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 24.

ELFQUEST: WOLFRIDER VOL. 1 TP

Written by Wendy Pini, Richard Pini, Christy Marx, by Mercedes Lackey, Andy Mangels, Wendi Lee, and Sarah Byam; art by Wendy Pini, Brandon McKinney, Charles Barnett III, Terry Beatty, and Ric Estrada; cover by Wendy Pini.

The first in a series of compact-sized trade paperbacks re-telling the ElfQuest saga in chronological order. This volume collects six thrilling ElfQuest tales that introduce a number of key characters, including Cutter and Skywise. Plus, a timeline and “Cast of Characters” perfect for introducing new readers to this expansive universe.

192 pages, black and white, $9.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

LOONEY TUNES #106

Written by Bill Matheny, Jesse Leon McCann, Earl Kress and Frank Strom; art by David Alvarez, Walter Carzon, Omar Aranda, Leo Batic, Mike DeCarlo, Horacio Ottolini, Alberto Saichann and Ruben Torreiro; cover by Mona Koth.

Bugs Bunny poses as Marvin the Martian’s Supreme Commander, Witch Hazel hunts for mouse tails, and Tweety vies with Sylvester for an acting award.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 3.

THE POWERPUFF GIRLS #42

Written by Robbie Busch; art by Ricardo Garcia Fuentes and Mike DeCarlo; cover by Phil Moy.

Get an eyeful of action — as the Girls battle a many-eyed monster and get knitted up in knots by their nemesis HIM.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 17.

THE POWERPUFF GIRLS VOL. 1: TITANS OF TOWNSVILLE TP

Written by Jennifer Moore, Sean Carolan, and Abby Denson; art by Phil Moy, Dan Fraga, Stephanie Gladden and Mike DeCarlo; cover by Craig McCraken and Mike DeCarlo.

The first in a new series of manga-sized trade paperbacks featuring the renowned characters of Warner Bros., Cartoon Network, and Hanna-Barbera. This volume collects The Powerpuff Girls #1-5, featuring the three lovable defenders of Townsville: Blossom, Buttercup and Bubbles.

112 pages, $6.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

THE POWERPUFF GIRLS VOL. 2: GO, GIRLS, GO TP

Written by John Rozum, Chuck Kim, Chris Savino, Abby Denson, Jennifer Moore and Sean Carolan; art by Ricardo Garcia Fuentes, Mike Manley, Cynthia Morrow, Phil Moy and Mike DeCarlo; cover by Moy.

Continuing a new line of manga-sized trade paperbacks. This volume collects The Powerpuff Girls #6-10, as the girls square off against Mojo Jojo, Him, and even more city-crushing baddies.

112 pages, $6.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

SCOOBY-DOO #76

Written by Frank Strom; art by Anthony Williams and Dan Davis; cover by Joe Staton and Dave Hunt.

It’s a frighteningly fashionable issue. The Mystery Inc. gang investigates a haunted beauty pageant by the sea, and chases a ghost through the catacombs of Paris.

32 pages, $2.25, in stores on Sept. 10.

TOR VOL. 3 HC

Written and illustrated by Joe Kubert; cover by Kubert

The final volume collecting Joe Kubert’s classic series. This oversized archive-quality volume collects the remaining Tor material produced for DC and Marvel, as well as Kubert’s self-published Sojourn. This volume also features an introduction by Roy Thomas and an 8-page sketchbook section.

168 pages, $49.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

WILDSTORM PRODUCTION TITLES

ARROWSMITH #3

Written by Kurt Busiek; art and cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesús Merino.

The mini-series mixing magic and military might marches on. On a shipboard Atlantic crossing, Fletcher Arrowsmith deals with friends, enemies, sea monsters, romance, danger, loss and an overwhelming trial by fire that will leave him utterly transformed. His skills as an airborne wizard will be tested to the limit — and if he survives, he'll have made it to the most dangerous place on his world: the heart of the war.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

THE AUTHORITY #5

Written by Robbie Morrison; art by Tan Eng Huat; cover by Dwayne Turner and Sal Regla.

A special stand-alone issue featuring the art of Tan Eng Huat. A giant monster is rampaging through a major metropolitan area, and it's The Authority to the rescue. But all is not as it seems with this threat, and the reality of the situation may be more horrifying than the monster itself.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

EXTINCTION EVENT #3

Written by Robert Weinberg; art and cover by Brett Booth and Sal Regla.

The Extinction Event is in full swing, but which species will prevail? The Dinosaurs have been awakened and are running rampant through the camp. Who will survive, and who will fall prey to the most advanced predators ever to inhabit the earth? More secrets about the species are revealed in the third chapter of this incredible story about human survival.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 3.

GEN13 #13

Written by Chris Claremont; art by Ramón F. Bachs and Sandra Hope; cover by Alé Garza and Carlos D’Anda.

The search for the original Gen13 continues as the new team discovers shocking revelations and faces their possible destruction…and the master manipulator G-Nome holds all the cards.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

GLOBAL FREQUENCY #12

Written by Warren Ellis; art by Gene Ha; cover by Brian Wood.

Get ready for Global Frequency's final mission — and the biggest one yet. It's going to take a hundred people on the Frequency, including agents from the previous 11 missions, to save a major world city from a ransom demand backed up by a threat most people could never imagine.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

THE POSSESSED #3

Written by Geoff Johns and Kris Grimminger; art and cover by Liam Sharp.

Armed with faith, semi-automatics and holy water, Father Burroughs and the other exorcists head north to a small town where an outbreak of demonic possessions has left a trail of blood and bones. From the corrupted children, a secret will be revealed about the true nature of possession and what it means to the heart and soul of the team.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

RED #3

Written by Warren Ellis; art and cover by Cully Hamner.

The high-octane thriller comes to its apocalyptic conclusion. Paul Moses finally confronts those who ordered his death...but how will it all go down? Will there be anyone left standing? Will our anti-hero finally be able to retire once more?

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

ROBOTECH: LOVE AND WAR #4

Written by Jay Faerber and Ken Siu-Chong; art by Long Vo, Charles Park, Jo Chen and Alan Tamm; covers by Long Vo and Whilce Portacio.

The Zentraedi have targeted the Micronian fighter aces for elimination as Miriya and Max face each other for the first time in death-defying combat! Plus, in the backup tale, the filming of “Little White Dragon” is winding down, but Rick and Minmay are growing further apart as combat and death take their toll on Rick. All orders will be filled with covers by Long Vo (50 percent) and Whilce Portacio (50 percent).

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

ROBOTECH: THE MACROSS SAGA VOL. 4 TP

Written by Markalan Joplin; art by Mike Leeke, Howard Bender, Mike Chen, Rich Rankin, Joe Matt and Sal Trapani; production art cover.

The Macross saga continues in this collection of the classic series originally published by Comico. In this volume, the heat gets turned up on all fronts! The Zentraedi begin an aggressive campaign to eliminate the SDF-1 threat, and even set upon a more insidious plan of elimination.

176 pages, $14.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

SLEEPER #9

Written by Ed Brubaker; art and painted cover by Sean Phillips.

Keep your friends close…and your enemies closer. Holden is sent by Tao to locate John Lynch's secret records that, if revealed, could betray his true agenda as a sleeper agent. Accompanying him is a fellow operative — who also happens to be his sworn enemy.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

STORMWATCH: TEAM ACHILLES #15

Written by Micah Ian Wright; art by C.P. Smith; cover by Michael Golden.

Super-powered enemies are committing horrific suicide attacks on the U.S. Who are The Suiciders? And what's the spectacular story of their mysterious leader Citizen Soldier?

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

THUNDERCATS: DOGS OF WAR #4

Written by John Layman; art by Brett Booth and Al Vey; covers by Booth and Whilce Portacio.

The alliance between the Thundercats and The Mutants has failed, and as a result, both groups are locked securely deep in the bowels of the War Dogs' dungeons. While Lion-O is tortured by the War Dog emperor, the traitors reveal themselves, but the Thundercats’ last hope is miles away, battered and bloody. Note: This issue will ship with two covers. All orders will be filled with covers by Brett Booth (50 percent) and Whilce Portacio (50 percent).

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

WILDCATS Version 3.0 #14

Written by Joe Casey; art by Dustin Nguyen and Richard Friend; cover by Nguyen and Rian Hughes.

As Jack Marlowe takes a step toward fulfilling his goals, the Halo Corporation's media consolidation may become a threat to democracy. Meanwhile, Grifter's latest scheme involves one of C.C. Rendozzo's junior agents.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

ZERO GIRL: FULL CIRCLE TP

Written and illustrated by Sam Kieth; painted cover by Kieth.

Collecting the second hit Zero Girl miniseries. Amy Smootster’s now an adult, working as a guidance counselor. Her former crush, Tim Foster, is now a single parent with a troubled daughter. Tim enlists Amy’s aid in helping her adjust, but the young girl, Nikki, has plans — and abilities — of her own! For more information, see the feature article.

128 pages, $17.95, in stores on Sept. 10.

AMERICA’S BEST COMICS TITLES

SMAX #2

Written by Alan Moore; art by Zander Cannon and Andrew Currie; cover by Zander Cannon.

The secret origin of Top 10’s Smax is revealed in this 5-issue mini-series. Smax is back home, but he can't escape his past, when he was known as the greatest Dragonslayer of them all. Be here for the grim, sad truth of the life he left behind, and why he forged a new existence.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

TERRA OBSCURA #4

Written by Alan Moore and Peter Hogan; art and cover by Yanick Paquette and Karl Story.

S.M.A.S.H.'s return to action has been anything but glorious, as our heroes’ advance has been foiled by the null field! Meanwhile, the hunt for Tom Strange takes the Invertica City gang to the coldest reaches of Earth.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

TOM STRONG BOOK TWO TP

Written by Alan Moore; art by Chris Sprouse, Al Gordon, Kyle Baker, Hilary Barta, Paul Chadwick, Russ Heath, Pete Poplaski, and Alan Weiss; cover by Sprouse and Karl Story

From the fearsome depths of a fiery volcano to the furthest reaches of space! Reprinting Tom Strong #8-14, featuring the likes of Tom Strange and Warren Strong, plus time travel, other dimensions and interstellar family trips.

192 pages, $14.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

VERTIGO TITLES

100 BULLETS: SIX FEET UNDER THE GUN TP

Written by Brian Azzarello; art by Eduardo Risso; painted cover by Dave Johnson

Reprinting 100 Bullets #37-42, this sixth trade paperback features six stand-alone chapters, each focused on one of the story's main players: Dizzy, Cole, Benito, Lono, Graves, and Wylie. And behind each individual's story, the war between Shepherd and Graves continues to escalate, and the uneasy alliance of the 13 Families continues to fracture. Featuring an introduction by Greg Rucka.

144 pages, $12.95, in stores on Sept. 3.

FABLES #17

Written by Bill Willingham; art by Mark Buckingham and Steve Leialoha; painted cover by James Jean.

“Storybook Love,” Part 4 of 4. Why can't Snow White and Bigby Wolf find their way out of the woods? Why has Fabletown been renamed Bufkintown? Why is Prince Charming wandering all over the Woodland Building, carrying a huge bundle of who-knows-what? Why does King Cole have to convene an emergency murder trial in the Business Office? What terrible secret is revealed on the very last page?

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 10.

FABLES: THE LAST CASTLE

Written by Bill Willingham; art by Craig Hamilton and P. Craig Russell; painted cover by James Jean.

Learn the history of the beloved Fables crew in this 48-page Special that acts as a prequel to the hit series. Little Boy Blue, Deputy Mayor Snow White's personal assistant, weaves a tale of the great war that forced Bigby Wolf, Prince Charming, Bluebeard and the rest into hiding. In a battle royale of blood, guts and broken hearts, we meet a mysterious woman in red and find out why Boy Blue plays only the blues on his horn.

48 pages, $5.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

HELLBLAZER #188

Written by Mike Carey; art by Doug Alexander; painted cover by Tim Bradstreet.

The 2-part “Bred in the Bone” concludes. Gemma Constantine is caught between the monsters of Gruinard Island and the human monsters who brought her there as she desperately tries to atone for her uncle John's past sins.

32 pages, $2.75, in stores on Sept. 24.

HUMAN TARGET #2

Written by Peter Milligan; art and cover by Javier Pulido.

The thrilling new series that takes Christopher Chance on a journey through multiple identities continues. John Matthews died on September 11th, 2001 in Tower Two of the World Trade Center…or so everyone thinks. Bad debts, gangsters and a corporate scandal drove Ed to fake his own death. But now his secret is out, and it's time to pay his debts. He's a dead man unless he gets a second chance. The question is, will Christopher Chance take the job?

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

THE LOSERS #4

Written by Andy Diggle; art and cover by Jock.

The Losers find themselves in a world of hurt when their mission to steal incriminating data from corrupt oil conglomerate Goliath goes horribly wrong. When help comes from an unexpected quarter, revelations emerge about the covert operation in which the Losers supposedly lost their lives. And now it looks like it's about to happen all over again — for real! Betrayed, outgunned, and backed into a corner, the Losers only have one wild card left to play...

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 24.

LUCIFER #42

Written by Mike Carey; art by David Hahn; painted cover by Christopher Moeller.

Are Duplicity and Deceit really lost members of The Endless family? Two very different — but equally dangerous — sets of siblings become embroiled in a Silver City crisis in the first installment of a 3-part story. And are things so bad that the Host of Heaven will turn to Lucifer Morningstar for help? Plus, the return of Mazikeen's former lover, and an incident so bloody it will force you to rethink your next trip to a bowling alley.

32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Sept. 17.

Y: THE LAST MAN #15

Written by Brian K. Vaughan; art by Pia Guerra and José Marzan, Jr.; painted cover by J.G. Jones.

“One Small Step” reaches its explosive conclusion. The fate of the two male astronauts who've been trapped in space is finally revealed, and the unmanned world will never be the same. Plus, Yorick Brown has one last confrontation with his foreign pursuers, and Agent 355 reveals her true feelings for the young man that she’s vowed to protect.

32 pages, $2.95, in stores on Sept. 17.

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