Monday, March 14, 2005
DC COMICS FOR JUNE
Following are DC Comics' solicitations for June, with information coming from the publisher.
YEAR ONE: BATMAN/RA'S AL GHUL #1
Written by Devin Grayson, art by Paul Gulacy and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Gulacy.
Prepare yourself for an exploration into the past of one of Batman's greatest foes -- Ra's al Ghul -- by writer Devin Grayson and artists Paul Gulacy and Jimmy Palmiotti in this 2-part Prestige Format miniseries!
Imagine a world in which no one dies ‹ not from accidents, murders, or natural disasters. It sounds idyllic, but just because
no one can die doesn't mean they shouldn't die.
Ra's al Ghul has left a world filled with miserable, self-aware, reanimated corpses for the Batman to deal with. And when Gotham City's hospitals, homes and streets begin filling with the undead, the Dark Knight is the only one with a chance to discover the secret behind their continued animation. In order to do so, he must discover Ra's al Ghul's centuries of secret world travels.
48 pages, $5.99, in stores on June 15.
YEAR ONE: BATMAN/SCARECROW #2
Written by Bruce Jones, art by Sean Murphy, cover by Zach Howard.
The explosive conclusion of the 2-part Prestige Format miniseries revealing everything you wanted to know about the Scarecrow's origin ... but were afraid to ask! While Batman and Robin race to learn the identity of Gotham's newest villain, the Scarecrow continues his murderous revenge spree. The clock is ticking -- and more than one life hangs in the balance.
48 pages, $5.99, in stores on June 22.
DETECTIVE COMICS #807
Written by David Lapham and Scott Beatty, art by Ramon Bachs and Nathan Massengill and Jeff Parker, cover by Lapham.
In Part 7 of the 12-part "City of Crime," the Dark Knight must rely on stealth to catch an invisible foe! But can even Batman infiltrate the forgotten parts of Gotham, where there are no rules? Plus, Part 2 of "Regnum Defende" by Scott Beatty and Jeff Parker.
40 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 1.
BATMAN #641
Written by Judd Winick, art by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen, cover by Matt Wagner.
The Red Hood has Onyx on her heels, but Batman's still in Metropolis! Can the Dark Knight get back to Gotham in time to save the urban heroine from the city's latest costumed psycho killer? Don't miss the thrilling conclusion of "Family Reunion!"
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on June 22.
BATMAN: GOTHAM KNIGHTS #66
Written by A.J. Lieberman, art by Rick Burchett and Alvaro Lopez, cover by Cliff Chiang.
From the pages of Breach, the newly revitalized Kobra has come to Gotham -- and they're after Prometheus! But what could Hush;s bodyguard possibly have that Kobra would want, and just who is Kobra working for? All that and a loose thread from last issue, too.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 15.
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #192
Written by J. H. Williams III and Dan Curtis Johnson, art and cover by Seth Fisher.
J. H. Williams III, Dan Curtis Johnson and Seth Fisher deliver the 5-part "Snow," telling the origin of Mr. Freeze from a new perspective! A family tragedy, coupled with the creation of an untested technological development, forges the obsession of a super-villain.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
BATMAN ALLIES SECRET FILES 2005
Written by Russell Lissau, Will Pfeifer and Andersen Gabrych
art by Brad Walker, Pete Woods and others, cover by Al Barrionuevo and Bit.
Discover how Batman has been affected by the loss of his partners! Batman must face Gotham City's danger alone for the first time in years, face the GCPD, and deal with Spoiler's death. Plus,
profiles of Batman's former allies by Pete Woods, Phil Hester and more.
48 pages, $4.99, in stores on June 29.
GOTHAM CENTRAL #32
Written by Greg Rucka and Ed Brubaker, art by Kano and Stefano Gaudiano, cover by Sean Phillips.
Introducing new series penciller Kano. Ed Brubaker and Greg Rucka reunite to tell a tale so big it brings all the detectives of Central together. A body turns up in Gotham belonging to...Robin? That means one thing: Batman's going to get involved!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
BATMAN: JEKYLL AND HYDE #3
Written by Paul Jenkins, art by Jae Lee, cover by Sean Phillips.
The engrossing miniseries continues! Two-Face has drugged Batman, and now the Dark Knight must battle against his own Jekyll and Hyde syndrome. But what impact will Two-Face's struggles with his own identity have on Batman and his own scarred psyche?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 22.
BATMAN: DARK DETECTIVE #3 and 4
Written by Steve Englehart, art and cover by Marshall Rogers and Terry Austin.
The mini-series reuniting this classic Batman creative team continues! In issue #3, Bruce Wayne's relationship with Silver St. Cloud deepens, and an old, forgotten Batman foe with an eye toward doubling the Gotham Guardian's misery returns!
And the action continues in issue #4, released two weeks later! Batman and Silver St. Cloud had their hands full dealing with the Joker¹s bid for mayor...and things will only get worse when they face the Scarecrow.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 1 and June 15.
CATWOMAN: WHEN IN ROME #6
Written by Jeph Loeb, art and cover by Tim Sale.
The conclusion to Catwoman's adventure in Rome. Selina's heading back to Gotham City, but not before she deals with the betrayals and truths she's uncovered. In this case, it's not about who wins, but who loses the least.
32 pages, $3.50, in stores on June 29.
CATWOMAN #44
Written by Will Pfeifer, art by Pete Woods, cover by Adam Hughes.
Acclaimed writer Will Pfeifer, artist Pete and cover artist Adam Hughes come aboard to steer the feline fatale in an explosive direction. While trying to determine why the East End has remained unaffected by Black Mask following "War Games," Catwoman finds herself presented with a tempting offer from none other than Hush! But her mission isn't what it seems, and she may bring about death on a massive scale.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 22.
BATMAN ARCHIVES VOL. 6 HC
Written by Bill Finger, Don Cameron and others, art by Bob Kane, Dick Sprang, Win Mortimer and others cover by Sprang.
Batman is back and at his Golden Age peak in a new volume collecting Detective Comics #120-135 (1947-48)! The Dark Knight and Robin face off against the Penguin, Catwoman, the Joker and more. Plus, an introduction by comics historian Bill Schelly.
224 pages, $49.99, in stores on June 15.
NIGHTWING #109
Written by Devin Grayson, art and cover by Phil Hester and Ande Parks.
Dick Grayson is living a lie. His mission to break into the heart of Gotham's underworld is about to lead him straight into the heart of evil: the Black Mask. With only his instincts and training, will he be able to keep his cover and his cool? Maybe not, when he finds out how much The Family knows about his past life...
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on June 8.
ROBIN #139
Written by Bill Willingham, art and cover by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens.
Hot off "Nightwing: Year One," artists Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens begin a run as the new art team of Robin. Yet another assassin has come to Blüdhaven answering the call of the Penguin. His name is The Catcher, and he's got orders to take out the Boy Wonder with his army of canine killers! Meanwhile, an old face visits the abandoned Louis E. Grieve Memorial High School -- a terrifying old face.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on June 22.
BATMAN TITLES
SUPERMAN TITLES
ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #641
Written by Greg Rucka, art and cover by Karl Kerschl.
The new creative team of Greg Rucka and Karl Kerschl continues! With Ruin's identity revealed, Clark Kent must come to grips with the fact that someone close to him has betrayed him. Meanwhile, Lois continures her investigation into who was really behind her shooting.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 15.
SUPERMAN #218
Written by Mark Verheiden, art and cover by Ed Benes.
The new creative team of Mark Verheiden and Ed Benes continues with the introduction of Blackrock -- a new villain who makes his presence known when his powers go out of control, Can Superman take him out without becoming a bigger menace to the citizens of Metropolis?
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 1.
ACTION COMICS #828
Written by Gail Simone, art by John Byrne and Nelson, cover by Byrne.
The amazing new creative team of Gail Simone, John Byrne and Nelson reveals the truth about the terrifying new villain Repulse, who levels half the city in her search for Dr. Polaris. And Superman is helpless before her power...
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
LEX LUTHOR: MAN OF STEEL #4
Written by Brian Azzarello, art and cover by Lee Bermejo.
It's the penultimate issue of the summer's hottest mini-series! After a successful trip to Gotham City -- where it appears Batman has sided with Luthor -- a new hero emerges from the streets of Metropolis, giving new meaning to the word "hope" for a man whose only desire is to rid the world of Superman.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 1.
SUPERMAN: GODFALL TP
Written by Michael Turner and Joe Kelly, art by Talent Caldwell and Jason Gorder, cover by Turner.
A softcover edition collecting the 6-part tale originally presented in Action Comics #812-813, Adventures of Superman #625-626 and Superman #202-203. The Man of Steel finds himself on Krypton -- but can he escape and return to Earth?
128 pages, $9.99, in stores on June 8.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN #22
Written by Jeph Loeb, art and cover by Ed McGuinness and Dexter Vines.
The creative team supreme of writer Jeph Loeb and artists Ed McGuinness and Dexter Vines ratchet up the intensity in
Part 3 of the 6-part "With a Vengeance!" After revealing the mysterious puppet master who has sent the Maximums after Superman and Batman, the World's Finest make a daring escape. But they'll never escape alive when they come face to face with...themselves? It can't get more lethal than when they travel "All Across the Universes!" Plus...not introducing the startling Bizarro and Batzarro!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 29.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN VOL. 3: ABSOLUTE POWER HC
Written by Jeph Loeb, art and cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino.
A hardcover collecting the
story ³Absolute Power,² originally presented in Superman/Batman #14-18. In this reality-bending tale, Superman and Batman rule the earth with an iron fist, with humanity bending to their will. Before long, the World¹s Finest Duo is sent careening through a series of bizarre alternate earths, facing an assortment of classic DC characters including Kamandi, Sgt. Rock, Haunted Tank, and many more.
128 pages, $19.99, in stores on July 13.
DC UNIVERSE TITLES
AQUAMAN #31
Written by John Arcudi, Art and cover by Patrick Gleason and Christian Alamy.
The full wrath of Aquaman comes down on Black Manta! Meanwhile, Aquagirl returns from Atlantis with Koryak, causing Aquaman to question his feelings for two women.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 1.
BATMAN/SUPERMAN/WONDER WOMAN: TRINITY TP
Written by Matt Wagner, art and cover by Wagner
A softcover edition of Matt Wagner's triumphant story that sheds light on the first meeting of DC's triumvirate. Will the combined might of Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman be
enough to save the world from the mad schemes of Ra's al Ghul?
208 pages, $17.99, in stores on June 29.
BIRDS OF PREY #83
Written by Gail Simone, art by Joe Bennett and Jack Jadson, cover by Adriana Melo.
A story tying into The OMAC Project #3. Oracle's out of control, and an eye in the sky is targeting her -- just when Canary and Wildcat, facing a set of legendary assassins, need her most!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 15.
BLOOD OF THE DEMON #4
Written by John Byrne and Will Pfeifer, art by Byrne and Nekros, cover by Byrne.
Morgaine Le Fey means to hold Etrigan in thrall as she did in days of old! But since the Demon barely answers to Jason Blood, she might be in for a surprise! Plus, an incredible mystery begins -- and don't miss cameos by Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 1.
BREACH #6
Written by Bob Harras, art by Marcos Martin and Alvaro Lopez, cover by Martin.
The fallout from Breach's battle with the JLA continues! While Breach rages against his inability to stop a new threat, evil is afoot. Plus, Tim comes face-to-face with Mac; more on the mysterious Tobias Underwood; and Mac's wife is revealed!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
DOOM PATROL #13
Written by John Byrne, art by Byrne and Doug Hazlewood, cover by Byrne.
Cliff and Rita experiment with the Chief's new time-travel technology and are transported to two seminal days in Doom Patrol history. Will their appearance in the past change history for better or worse?
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 22.
DAY OF VENGEANCE #3
Written by Bill Willingham, art by Justiniano and Walden Wong, cover by Walter Simonson.
The 6-issue miniseries spinning from DC Countdown heats up as the Shadowpact -- made up of Ragman, Blue Devil, The Enchantress, Nightmaster, and yes, Detective Chimp -- attempt to hunt down the Spectre! But they may change their minds once they see what the Spectre does to Dr. Fate...
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 15.
DC SPECIAL: THE RETURN OF DONNA TROY #1
Written by Phil Jimenez, art by José Luís García-López and George Pérez, cover by Phil Jimenez and George Pérez.
A 4-issue miniseries written by Phil Jimenez that unites artistic titans José García-López and George Perez for the first time and heralds the triumphant return of one of the DCU¹s most popular characters! She was raised as a goddess, linked by blood to Wonder Woman, crowned as a Titan among both mortals and gods ‹ but Donna Troy's story is the triumph of the human spirit.
Torn from Earth by the events of Titans/Young Justice: Graduation Day, Donna Troy has reemerged among the Titans of Myth as Troia, Goddess of the Moon. But memories of a different life haunt her as she leads the Titans of Myth in the final battle of a long campaign of interplanetary conquest, gathering weapons, warriors, and worshippers to fulfill a mission she has begun to doubt. It will take the combined might of the Outsiders and the Teen Titans to solve this cosmic mystery and reveal Troia's true destiny to her: a cosmic hero destined to unite legions against a threat to the entire universe!
The Return of Donna Troy is a new beginning for Donna Troy -- and a stunning prologue of things to come throughout the entire DCU.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 29.
FIRESTORM #14
Written by Stuart Moore, art by Jamal Igle and Rob Stull, cover by Matt Haley.
It's a new beginning for Jason Rusch as writer Stuart Moore debuts. Inspired by his encounter with his predecessor, Firestorm is determined to make the most of his life as both Jason and Firestorm. That means a new job at S.T.A.R. Labs, a new apartment, and college. But two shadowy new threats may cut his plans short -- and show just how powerful Firestorm really is!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 1.
THE FLASH #223
Written by Geoff Johns, art and cover by Howard Porter and Livesay.
Zoom is back in Part 4 of the 6-part "Rogue War," and he aims to upset the balance of the war and teach Wally West a new lesson in the differences between hero and villain! But Captain Cold and the Rogues aren't about to take Zoom¹s interference sitting down.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on June 29.
GREEN ARROW #51
Written by James Peaty, art by Eric Battle and Jack Purcell, cover by James Jean.
Anarky returns in an issue by James Peaty, Eric Battle and Jack Purcell. A bomb kills dozens and spreads terror throughout Green Arrow's hometown. Can Ollie take the mad bomber down before he strikes again?
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
HAWKMAN #41
Written by Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti, art and cover by Joe Bennett and Ruy Jose.
Hawkman and Hawkgirl are no more, and as more villains from Hawkman's past crawl out of the woodwork to terrorize St. Roch, the city gets what it needs -- a new Hawkman!
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
GREEN LANTERN #2
Written by Geoff Johns, art and cover by Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino.
The new series following the adventures of Hal Jordan continues. The Emerald Warrior continues his mission to bring the light back into the darkest corners of the DCU! While struggling to realign his life on Earth, Hal Jordan makes a horrifying discovery in the farthest reaches of space -- one that holds the key to the future of the Green Lantern Corps.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 15.
JLA CLASSIFIED #8 and 9
Written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, art and cover by Kevin Maguire and Joe Rubinstein.
The two concluding chapters to "I Can't Believe It's Not the Justice League," both released in June! In issue #7, the Super Buddies are back from their stint in Hell, faced with bigger problems (if you can believe it)! Blue Beetle has amnesia, and a giant-sized G'Nort is rampaging through the city! But before the Buddies can help, they'll have to get past the Power Posse!
And it all comes to a head in issue #8! The Super Buddies have got it bad: They're stuck in a parallel universe, separated into two groups, and in for the fight of their lives. Caught between a Godzilla-sized G'Nort and their evil doppelgangers in the Power Posse, it's up to Guy Gardner and Booster Gold to save the day and return everyone to their strip mall headquarters.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 15 and June 29.
JSA: BLACK REIGN TP
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Don Kramer, Keith Champagne, Rags Morales and Michael Bair, cover by John Watson.
A thrilling collection reprinting JSA #56-58 and Hawkman #23-25. Black Adam brings old world justice to Kahndaq as Hawkman seizes control of the JSA and brings them to the turbulent Middle East for an epic battle. And don't miss the sequel to this story in JSA #74.
144 pages, $12.99, in stores on June 15.
JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE #12
Written by Joe Kelly, art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen.
The explosive miniseries finale! Vera Black's sanity -- and her life -- are on the line as she battles her brother, Manchester Black! And if she loses, the Elite, the JLA, and all of London will suffer the horrible consequences. The JLE goes out with a bang -- and a surprise.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 8.
JLA #115
Written by Geoff Johns and Allan Heinberg, art by Chris Batista and Mark Farmer, cover by Rags Morales and Farmer.
A star-studded creative team starts a 5-issue tale that has the JLA confronting the fallout from Identity Crisis. Geoff Johns is joined by The O.C. writer/producer Allan Heinberg for the first installment of this gripping adventure featuring visuals by Chris Batista and Mark Farmer and a cover by Identity Crisis artist Rags Morales and Farmer.
Before they can discuss the actions and repercussions of the League within the League, the JLA first must battle some old foes. The Secret Society of Super Villains has returned -- and somehow they have more information on the heroes' lives than ever before.
32 pages, $2.25, in stores on June 8.
JSA #74
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Leonard Kirk and Keith Champagne, cover by Alex Ross.
Part 2 of the 3-part "Black Vengeance," tying into Day of Vengeance and acting as a follow-up to last year¹s "Black Reign!" The JSA ventures into Black Adam's homeland, coming face-to-face with the Spirit of Vengeance and the new Eclipso! But they arrive as unwanted guests, and one of their own suffers a serious setback. Meanwhile, the strange developments surrounding Power Girl continue...
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 1.
THE HUMAN RACE #4
Written by Ben Raab, art by Justiniano and Walden Wong, cover by Justiniano.
The extraterrestrial parasite within Ulysses Adams is grooming him to be the progenitor of a new human race...and only the scientist Paracelsus and his minions are happy about that!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 15.
NEW TEEN TITANS: WHO IS DONNA TROY? TP
Written by Marv Wolfman and Phil Jimenez, art by George Pérez, Jimenez, Dick Giordano and others, cover by George Pérez and Jimenez.
One of the most popular Titans members ever is the focus of this all-new collection featuring The New Teen Titans #38, Tales Of The New Teen Titans #50, The New Titans #50-55, Titans/Outsiders Secret Files 2003 and much more.
224 pages, $19.99, in stores on June 1.
LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #7
Written by Mark Waid, art by Barry Kitson and Art Thibert, cover by Kitson.
The Legion is one big happy team, right? Guess again! As divisions begin to take root over who's really in charge, the team learns another chilling secret about the United Planets -- a secret that may remove a key Legionnaire from the playing field.
40 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 22.
MANHUNTER #11
Written by Marc Andreyko, art by Javier Pina and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Jesus Saiz.
Guest-starring two legendary ex-Manhunters as they come face-to-face with the Manhunter stalker! It's up to current titleholder Kate Spencer to stop the killer -- and you¹ll never guess who it is.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 15.
THE OMAC PROJECT #3
Written by Greg Rucka, art by Jesus Saiz, cover by Ladrönn.
The gripping miniseries spinning out of DC Countdown continues. Once, she was the woman who broke Bruce Wayne's heart. Now, Checkmate agent Sasha Bordeaux might just break Batman's will by revealing the mind-blowing power behind the OMAC Project -- unless an OMAC agent gets to Sasha and the Dark Knight first.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 29.
SEVEN SOLDIERS: KLARION THE WITCH BOY #2
Written by Grant Morrison, art and cover by Frazier Irving.
Grant Morrison and Frazier Irving continue the exciting Seven Soldiers saga in this bi-monthly mini-series. Pursued by the Horigal, Klarion reaches the Foundation Stone -- the great underground market as seen in The Guardian -- only to find the Sheeda and the evil Queen Morgayne waiting for him in the dark, dank tunnels.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 15.
SEVEN SOLDIERS: SHINING KNIGHT #3
Written by Grant Morrison, art and cover by Simone Bianchi.
Justin and his winged horse Vanguard are faced with earth-shattering choices as the evil Morgayne releases an unstoppable monster whose only mission is to seek out and destroy the Shining Knight! Meanwhile, in a nightmare landscape, the dreaded Sheeda plunder and strip the smoking ruins of Avalon and prepare to send their spoils to the hungry citizens of the Gothic Imperium.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 29.
SEVEN SOLDIERS: ZATANNA #2
Written by Grant Morrison, art by Ryan Sook and Mick Gray, cover by Sook.
The Amazons drop off Zatanna and Vicky in Las Vegas where Zatanna is scheduled for a magic show. But they're sidetracked when they meet the old magician Ali Ka-Zoom, the Merlin of the Ghetto, who warns them about the threat of the Sheeda and reveals a prophecy of doom.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on June 1.
SOLO #5
Written by Darwyn Cooke, art and cover by Cooke.
Writer/artist Darwyn Cooke takes the reins in Solo #5, telling a series of enthralling stories in his unique style! Saddle up to the bar and grab a stool next to Slam Bradley, as the down-on-his-luck P.I. guides you through some of the craziest tales he's ever heard. Thrill to the adventures of King Faraday in Cuba, dig the Question's Middle Eastern math lesson, and attempt to understand a geek's growing passion for his vacuum cleaner. And Slam's stories end with a bang, as he spins a revenge yarn featuring Batman.
48 pages, $4.99, in stores on June 29.
TEEN TITANS #25
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Matthew Clark and Art Thibert, cover by Mike McKone and Marlo Alquiza.
Part 3 of the 4-part "The Insiders," crossing over between the Teen Titans and Outsiders! Recovering from their first confrontation with Lex Luthor, the Titans and the Outsiders come under fire by another secret weapon -- a squad of Superman robots! But with the changes to two team members, have the villains already won?
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 15.
OUTSIDERS #25
Written by Judd Winick, art by Carlos D¹Anda, cover by Mike McKone and Marlo Alquiza.
The explosive finale of the 4-part "The Insiders" crossover with Teen Titans! Lex Luthor and his allies threaten to finish what they started and tear the teams apart. What does Donna Troy have to do with it all?
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on June 29.
THE RANN/THANAGAR WAR #2
Written by Dave Gibbons, art and cover by Ivan Reis and Marc Campos.
The epic space war spinning out of DC Countdown continues to reverberate throughout the galaxy as Green Lanterns Kyle Rayner and Kilowog join the fight with L.E.G.I.O.N. against the Khund hordes! Meanwhile, Hawkman and Hawkgirl find themselves at odds with Thanagarian cop Hawkwoman.
