Monday, April 17, 2006
DC COMICS FOR JULY
BATMAN TITLES
ABSOLUTE DARK KNIGHT HC
Written by Frank Miller, art by Miller and Klaus Janson, cover by Miller.
Hailed as a comics masterpiece, Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns -- and its equally provocative sequel The Dark Knight Strikes Again -- get the oversized Absolute treatment in a giant one-volume, slipcased edition!
This Absolute edition features an extended sketch section from The Dark Knight Strikes Again with commentary by Miller, a look at the plot and pencils from the legendary finale to The Dark Knight Returns, a new introduction by Miller, striking new cover and slipcase art by Miller, and more.
512 pages, $99.99, in stores on Aug. 30.
BATMAN #655
Written by Grant Morrison, art and cover by Andy Kubert, variant cover by Adam Kubert.
Grant Morrison and Andy Kubert come together for Part 1 of "Batman and Son." After a harrowing battle with the Joker high atop Police Headquarters, Batman decides to let Bruce Wayne step into the light. But just who is watching billionaire Bruce Wayne? And what does their plan have to do with Man-Bat? This issue will feature covers by Andy Kubert and Adam Kubert in approximately a 10:1 ratio.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
DETECTIVE COMICS #821
Written by Paul Dini, art by J.H. Williams III, cover by Simone Bianchi.
Gotham's wealthiest citizens find themselves victimized by the mysterious new villain Facade as a story arc by new creative team of writer Paul Dini, artist J.H. Williams III and cover artist Simone Bianchi begins! Operating with a gang trained to pass as members of the cities' elite, the masked mastermind's crimes baffle the police and leave members of Gotham society fearing for their lives. It's up to Batman to use a "facade" of his own, that of socialite Bruce Wayne, in order to bait the villain's underlings and discover the true identity of their elusive leader.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
ALL STAR BATMAN AND ROBIN, THE BOY WONDER #5
Written by Frank Miller, art and cover by Jim Lee and Scott Williams, variant cover by Miller.
The pulse-pounding adventure continues with the All Star creative team of Frank Miller, Jim Lee and Scott Williams! To show the world that super-heroes police their own, Superman has assembled "The Justice League of America." Can the Earth's most powerful heroes rescue the kidnapped Dick Grayson and save Gotham from the clutches of a Dark Knight that has obviously gone mad? This issue will ship with two covers by Jim Lee and Scott Williams (approximately 50 percent) and Frank Miller (approximately 50 percent).
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
CATWOMAN #57
Written by Will Pfeifer, art by David Lopez and Alvaro Lopez, cover by Adam Hughes.
The frightful conclusion to "The Replacements!" Catwoman battles for the lives of Selina and baby Helena, Angle Man has murder on his mind, and Detective Lenahan finds the proof he needs to bring Catwoman down once and for all!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
NIGHTWING #122
Written by Bruce Jones, art by Paco Diaz and Bit, cover by Jock.
When the dust settles, there will be only one Nightwing -- but the price of victory may be too much to bear. The ending of this roller-coaster ride, and the beginning of a brand new chapter in the lives of Nightwing and Dick Grayson!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
ROBIN #152
Written by Adam Beechen, art by Freddie Williams II, cover by Patrick Gleason and Prentis Rollins.
Old tensions return to the surface when Robin confronts the son of his father's killer: the new Captain Boomerang!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
MAN-BAT #4
Written by Bruce Jones, art and cover by Mike Huddleston.
It's a no-holds barred battle between Man-Bat and Batman! Kirk Langstrom is wanted for murder and Batman must learn the truth, even if it means taking down Man-Bat once and for all! And while the tortured, hybrid creature defends itself, forces are at work within Gotham's underworld making sure that doesn't happen!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #208
Written by Bruce Jones, art and cover by Ariel Olivetti.
Part 2 of the 5-part "Darker Than Death." Batman has let a case become too personal, and that could have devastating."
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
BATMAN: JOURNEY INTO KNIGHT #12
Written by Andrew Helfer, art by Tan Eng Huat, cover by Pat Lee.
The story of Bruce Wayne's early, formative year as the Caped Crusader comes to an action-filled close as Batman faces off against the Joker!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
BATMAN: SECRETS #5
Written by Sam Kieth, art and cover by Kieth.
The final devastating battle between Batman and the Joker erupts in this epic miniseries conclusion! Secrets from the past are revealed and others remain hidden -- all in front of the unblinking fisheye lens of the media!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
ROBIN: DAYS OF FIRE AND MADNESS TP
Written by Bill Willingham
Art and cover by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens
It's all-out action in this trade collecting Robin #140-145! Robin enters a new world of danger when he's recruited by the mysterious Veteran to join his covert military group, and a greater threat emerges in Blüdhaven when Darla Aquista is resurrected as the mystical Warlock's Daughter. Finally, an OMAC attack unleashes a deadly gang war.
144 pages, $12.99, in stores on Aug. 16.
SUPERMAN TITLES
ALL STAR SUPERMAN #5
Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cover by Frank Quitely
The Man of Steel is trapped behind the iron bars of a maximum-security penitentiary with Lex Luthor! Has Superman's archenemy finally succeeded in maneuvering his opponent to the wrong place at the wrong time? Find out in this thrilling installment of Grant Morrison's and Frank Quitely's All Star mega-hit!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
SUPERMAN #654
Written by Geoff Johns and Kurt Busiek, art by Pete Woods, cover by Terry Dodson and Rachel Dodson.
A new era of Superman begins as the art team of Carlos Pacheco and Jesus Merino joins writer Kurt Busiek. As Superman battles to rout Intergang out of Metropolis, he also faces trouble with Lois, looming problems involving Lana Lang, and a dangerous new discovery in Kazakhstan.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
ACTION COMICS #841
Written by Kurt Busiek and Fabian Nicieza., art by Pete Woods, cover by Dave Gibbons.
An event trilogy guest-starring half the DCU kicks off. Superman is back -- but is it really him? As Earth faces a powerful new menace, Superman contends with heroes wary that he might not be who he says he is. Guest-starring the Teen Titans, Nightwing and Firestorm!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN #28
Written by Mark Verheiden, art and cover by Ethan Van Sciver.
The Martian Manhunter attacks Batman! Parasite and Titano return! And Superman's allegiance will be tested as Mark Verheiden and Ethan Van Sciver begin an epic 5-part arc involving many of the DCU's alien heroes, including members of the Green Lantern Corps!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
SUPERGIRL #8
Written by Joe Kelly, with art by Ron Adrian and Norm Rapmund, cover by Joe Benitez and Victor Llamas.
The Kandor saga continues. This issue begins with the marriage of Supergirl and ends with a battle to the death against Power Girl!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN COLLECTOR SET
A collector set based on Superman/Batman: Public Enemies, the best-selling story with art by Ed McGuiness and Dexter Vines! This collector set includes Batman and Superman action figures with exclusive new paints, in addition to the 160-page Public Enemies trade paperback. Display bases are included.
160 pages, $29.99, in stores on June 14.
SUPERMAN/BATMAN VOL. 4: VENGEANCE HC
Written by Jeph Loeb,
art and cover by Ed McGuinness amd Dexter Vines
Don't miss this explosive collection featuring Superman/Batman #20-25, the issues that reunited writer Jeph Loeb with the dynamic art team of Ed McGuinness & Dexter Vines!
Can the World's Finest pair take on a squad of revenge-seeking heroes who are on the hunt for the murderer of one of their teammates? Things are sure to heat up fast, because Batman and Superman are at the top of their suspect list!
And how do Darkseid, Lex Luthor, Superwoman and Batwoman fit into all of this? DC's two greatest icons go through the wringer and across multiple dimensions for an explosive finale that ties up many of the story elements started in Superman/Batman Vol. 1: Public Enemies.
160 pages, $19.99, in stores on July 19.
SUPERMAN: INFINITE CRISIS TP
Written by Joe Kelly, Marv Wolfman and Jeph Loeb, art by Ed Benes, Lee Bermejo, Howard Chaykin, Ian Churchill, Karl Kerschl, Phil Jimenez, Dan Jurgens, Ed McGuinness, Jerry Ordway, Tim Sale and various.
The Earth-2 Man of Steel saw his world fall apart during the events of the original Crisis on Infinite Earths, and now the secret is finally revealed about what happened to him, Lois, and the other remaining survivors of the Crisis -- Alex Luthor of Earth-3 and Superboy from Earth Prime!
In this collection including Superman #226, Action Comics #836, Adventures of Superman #649 and stories from Infinite Crisis Secret Files 2006, relive the arrival of Kal-L, the Last Son of Krypton! Learn how he grew up to be the greatest hero of Earth-2. Then watch as Superman is caught by the one person he can't defeat -- Lois Lane -- and witness the undying love story of the greatest couple of Earth-2, and how their love could bring about the end of the universe.
This volume also includes a special origin album by Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale, the creative team behind Superman For All Seasons.
128 pages, $19.99, in stores on July 12.
DCU TITLES
THE ALL-NEW ATOM #1
Written by Gail Simone, art by John Byrne and Trevor Scott, cover by Ariel Olivetti.
The startling adventures of the new Atom begin in this series based on concepts developed by Grant Morrison, Strange things have been happening in Ivy Town since Ray Palmer disappeared. In fact, it appears that the the whole town's been experimented on for decades. Enter Ryan Choi -- the young hotshot professor who's filling the empty slot on Ivy University's teaching staff...and who inadvertently ends up filling the old Atom's super-heroic shoes! Can Choi make a difference in a town more creepy and mysterious than anyone ever realized? And can he live up to the towering legend of his predecessor?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
CRISIS AFTERMATH: THE SPECTRE #3
Written by Will Pfeifer, art and cover by Cliff Chiang.
The final chapter in Crispus Allen's journey from lost soul to becoming the Spectre happens right here! With eternal rest denied him and evil amok on Earth, Allen must embrace his ultimate destiny -- but at a price greater than any human can bear!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
CRISIS AFTERMATH: THE BATTLE FOR BLUDHAVEN #6
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art by Dan Jurgens and Palmiotti, cover by Daniel Acuña
The shocking miniseries conclusion! Father Time and his Shade agents close in on the Atomic Knights and their top secret cargo: Captain Atom. What secret does Captain Atom hold, and how is he tied to the final fate of Blüdhaven? Find out in this action-packed conclusion that will lead directly into Uncle Sam and the Freedom Fighters #1.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
52: WEEKS 9-12
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Written by Geoff Johns, Grant Morrison, Greg Rucka and Mark Waid, breakdowns by Keith Giffen, art by various, backup feature by Dan Jurgens amd Art Thibert, covers by J.G. Jones.
The series filling in the gaps of the DCU's lost year continues!
The story of the year continues in four more action-packed chapters of comics' only weekly superhero adventure! This month, get ready for the debut of three new characters that will create a powerful impact in the DCU...and change the face of 52 completely.
In Week 9, with art by Shawn Moll and Tom Nguyen, learn who dies before Devilance. Plus, witness the debut of the new JLA!
Week 10, illustrated by Chris Batista and Jimmy Palmiotti, features the debut of Supernova, the new guardian of Metropolis!
Week 11, featuring art by Joe Bennett & Jack Jadson and Todd Nauck & Marlo Alquiza, sheds light on the mysterious woman protecting Gotham City...wearing a very familiar uniform!
Black Adam finds love in the arms of mythology in Week 12, with art by Eddy Barrows and Rob Stull. Isis is here! Plus the debut of the new Secret Origins backup featuring the origin of Wonder Woman by Mark Waid and Adam Hughes!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6, July 12, July 19 and July 26.
AQUAMAN: SWORD OF ATLANTIS #44
Written by Kurt Busiek, art and cover by Butch Guice.
Aquaman leads Mera's people in an all-out assault on the barbarian raiders! It's a battle that brings them face-to-face with a more dangerous threat -- an enemy from the past who leaves the new Aquaman gutted and near death! Plus, Mera makes a startling discovery about the mysterious Dweller in the Depths!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
BIRDS OF PREY #96
Written by Gail Simone, art by Paulo Siqueira and Robin Riggs, cover by Jerry Ordway.
Part 1 of the new story arc "Headhunting!" Black Alice returns and finds herself in a struggle between good and evil. The Birds of Prey want to make sure she uses her powers over magic for good, but mysterious enemies want to make sure she doesn't!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
BLOOD OF THE DEMON #17
Written by John Byrne and Will Pfeifer, art by Byrne and Dan Green, cover by Byrne.
What will be the fate of Etrigan? The long skein is unwound in this final issue extravaganza!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
THE BLUE BEETLE #5
Written by Keith Giffen and John Rogers, art and cover by Duncan Rouleau.
Does the Scarab's new owner have a little of that old black magic? The Phantom Stranger wants to know!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
CHECKMATE #4
Written by Greg Rucka, art by Jesus Saiz, cover by Lee Bermejo.
A Kobra traitor is revealed and an international metahuman battle joined as "The Game of Kings" concludes!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
THE FLASH: FASTEST MAN ALIVE #2
Written by Paul DeMeo and Danny Bilson, art and cover by Ken Lashley.
The Flash's closest friends and allies aren't on his side anymore. One feels lied to ...another is hiding a dangerous family secret ...and another is about to steal his thunder by making a play to be Keystone's hero!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 18.
FIRESTORM: THE NUCLEAR MAN #27
Written by Stuart Moore, art by Jamal Igle and Keith Champagne, cover by Brian Stelfreeze.
While Firehawk battles the psychotic Pupil and his army of cyborg Dollies, Jason Rusch searches frantically to learn the fate of Professor Stein -- Jason's partner as Firestorm! Plus, more on the mysterious girl called Gehenna!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
GREEN ARROW #64
Written by Judd Winick, art and cover by Scott McDaniel and Andy Owens.
Zombies attack! Green Arrow and Brick uncover what's been causing the citizens of Star City to turn into rabid creatures...but is it too late to save them? Meanwhile, a forgotten friend pays Mayor Queen a visit.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
GREEN ARROW: HEADING INTO THE LIGHT TP
Written by Judd Winick, art by Tom Fowler, Jim Calafiore, Ron Garney, Paul Lee and others, cover by James Jean.
Green Arrow deals with the lingering ramifications of Identity Crisis in this volume collecting Green Arrow #52 and #54-59, featuring a guest appearance by Zatanna! Plus, Black Lightning joins Green Arrow as the pair track the unpredictable Dr. Light. And will an onslaught of villains mean the end for Star City?
160 pages, $12.99, in stores on Aug. 9.
GREEN LANTERN: THE GREATEST STORIES EVER TOLD TP
Written by Dennis O'Neil, Alan Moore, Geoff Johns and others, art by Martin Nodell, Irwin Hasen, Gil Kane, Neal Adams and others, cover by Alex Ross.
The greatest adventures of the Emerald Gladiator, collected in one volume! Thrill to the exploits of several Green Lanterns in stories from Green Lantern ('40s) #1; All-American Comics #89; Green Lantern ('60s-70s) #1, 9, 87, 172; Superman #257, Tales of the Green Lantern Corps Annual #3, Green Lantern ('90s) #3, 0; Green Lantern: Mosaic #5; Green Lantern Gallery and Green Lantern Secret Files 2005.
192 pages, $19.99, in stores on Aug. 23.
GREEN LANTERN #14
Written by Geoff Johns, art by Ivan Reis and Oclair Albert, cover by Ethan Van Sciver.
Part 1 of the shocking new story arc "Wanted: Hal Jordan!" On the run from a legion of intergalactic bounty hunters and the new Global Guardians, Green Lantern is on the path to discovering who put a price on his head and the shocking reason why. Meanwhile, John Stewart's undercover role is compromised, and Alan Scott makes a decision on what to do about the renegade Green Lantern: Hal Jordan.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #2
Written by Dave Gibbons, art and cover by Patrick Gleason and Prentis Rollins.
As one Lantern falls, Guy Gardner and his partner seek to unravel the mystery behind his sudden death. Meanwhile, across the galaxy, another Lantern struggles with demons of his own.
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July XX.
HAWKGIRL #54
Written by Walter Simonson, art and cover by Howard Chaykin.
Beaten and bruised from her fight with Khimaera, Hawkgirl is caught by surprise when a friend from her past makes an unexpected appearance. Could it be the return of Hawkman?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
ION #4
Written by Ron Marz, art by Greg Tocchini and Jay Leisten, cover by Kalman Andrasofszky.
An astonishing issue guest-starring Green Lantern! His power seemingly out of control, Kyle Rayner has retreated from the universe. But when Hal Jordan arrives with questions, the result is a battle royal that will reveal just how powerful Kyle has truly become!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
JONAH HEX #9
Written by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, art and cover by Tony DeZuniga.
Classic Jonah Hex artist Tony DeZuniga returns to the character he helped define! Haunted by the accidental death of a young girl, Jonah Hex returns each year to place flowers on her grave. And each year a killer tries to avenge the young girl's death -- by murdering Jonah Hex!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
JLA CLASSIFIED #25
Written by Steve Englehart, art by Tom Derenick and Mark Farmer, cover by Mike Zeck and Jerry Ordway.
The conclusion of the lost adventure of the Detroit League! The fate of the JLA hangs in the balance as Gypsy gets a glimpse of what the future holds for her newfound partners while saving Aquaman from certain death! Events in this story lead directly into JSA Classified #14!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #0
Written by Brad Meltzer, art by Ed Benes, George Perez, Jim Lee, J.H. Williams, Gene Ha, Dick Giordano, Eric Wright, Tony Harris, Kevin Maguire, Dan Jurgens, Howard Porter,
Luke McDonnell, Rags Morales, Ethan Van Sciver and Phil Jimenez, cover by Michael Turner, variant cover by J. Scott Campbell.
Best-selling author Brad Meltzer broke the JLA down in the top-selling, critically acclaimed Identity Crisis -- and now he puts all the pieces back together again!
Superman. Batman. Wonder Woman. The core heroes of the DCU are back -- but after Infinite Crisis, where do they stand with each other? Here's the definitive answer.
Join us for this historic and unforgettable new beginning of the Justice League of America as we look at the past, present and future of the World's Greatest Super Heroes!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 17.
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JSA #87
Written by Paul Levitz, art by Rags Morales, Jerry Ordway and Luke Ross, cover by George Pérez.
Final issue. Everything comes together in this shocking final issue that paves the way for the next chapter in the adventures of the world's first superteam! The JSA's violent final battle against the Gentleman Ghost pits them against a vicious army of evil dead that may spell the end for the team -- and their home -- as we know it!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
JSA CLASSIFIED #14
Written by Steve Englehart, art by Tom Derenick and Mark Farmer, cover by Mike Zeck and Jerry Ordway.
Continuing the events of JLA Classified #25, we catch up with Amos Fortune as he teams up with the Gambler! Their first game: kidnapping Wildcat. It's up to Star Girl to rescue him, with some help from Gypsy and Vixen!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
JUSTICE SOCIETY VOL. 1 TP
Written by Paul Levitz and Gerry Conway, art by Wallace Wood, Joe Staton, Ric Estrada, Keith Giffen and Bob Layton cover by Brian Bolland.
Collecting All-Star #58-67, plus the origin of the JSA from DC Special #29! Witness the continuing adventures of The Flash, Green Lantern, Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Wildcat and the rest as they are joined by younger heroes Robin, Power Girl and Star-Spangled Kid!
224 pages, $14.99, in stores on Aug 2.
MANHUNTER #24
Written by Marc Andreyko, art by Javier Pina and Fernando Blanco, cover by Jesus Saiz.
Manhunter and Dr. Psycho throw down! Will the Villains United mastermind break her -- or make her trophy wall?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
THE NEXT #1
Written by Tad Williams, art and cover by Dietrich Smith and Walden Wong.
fantasy novelist Tad Williams takes the DCU to the next level in a miniseries. Meet "The Next," a group of super-powered individuals who bring chaos -- and a new super-villain -- with them when they cross over from another dimension!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 12.
OMAC #1
Written by Bruce Jones, art and cover by Renato Guedes.
From the pages of The OMAC Project and Infinite Crisis comes OMAC, the One Man Army Corps. When last we saw them in the Infinite Crisis: The OMAC Project Special, the army of OMACS was defeated, and Brother Eye was destroyed.
Now, a new OMAC arises, but who is it? More important, who's controlling this unstoppable killing machine?
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
OUTSIDERS #38
Written by Judd Winick, art by Pop Mhan and Art Thibert, cover by Daniel Acuña.
Featuring guest art by Pop Mhan. The team hits hard against Mallah and the Brain -- only to find themselves outnumbered!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 6.
SECRET SIX #3
Written by Gail Simone, art by Brad Walker and Jimmy Palmiotti, cover by Karl Kerschl.
The Six learn who has been hiring assassins to take them out, while tensions flare among the group!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 26.
SHADOWPACT #3
Written by Bill Willingham, art by Willingham and Wayne Faucher, cover by Willingham.
The showdown between the Shadowpact and the Pentacle! This is a must-read issue for Day of Vengeance fans!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July 19.
SUPERGIRL AND THE LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #20
Written by Mark Waid and Tony Bedard, art by Barry Kitson, Adam DeKraker and Mick Gray, cover by Kitson.
Brainiac wants to bring Dream Girl back from the dead... and only the memories of a deadly enemy can help!
32 pages, $2.99, in stores on July XX.
SEVEN SOLDIERS OF VICTORY VOL. 4 TP
Written by Grant Morrison, art by Doug Mahnke, Freddie Williams III, Yanick Paquette and Michael Bair, cover by Mahnke.
The brilliant mind of Grant Morrison is showcased once again as his most groundbreaking and ambitious project concludes! This fourth volume in the series features the exploits of three of the seven soldiers: Mister Miracle, Bulleteer, and Frankenstein from Seven Soldiers: Frankenstein #2-4, Seven Soldiers: Mister Miracle #3 & 4, Seven Soldiers: Bulleteer #3 & 4, and Seven Soldiers Of Victory #1. Independently, each of these characters is featured in a story arc that redefines his or her purpose in the DCU. But their stories also interweave with the other Soldiers' tales, forming a grander story of a devastating global threat to mankind. Together these reluctant champions must arise and somehow work together to save the world...without ever meeting one another!
224 pages, $14.99, in stores on July 26.
