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Batman: Joker's Last Laugh
Chuck Dixon - 2003
Using the venom that transformed him into a pasty-faced sociopath, the Joker decides to share it with countless other super-villains, ensuring that his legacy of evil will live on! A prison break ensues -- and the Joker's army of super-powered followers escape to spread their insanity across the globe! Before Batman and his allies can put a stop to the madness, they'll have to contend with "Jokerized" versions of their most deadly foes!
Supergirl, Volume 1: Last Daughter of Krypton
Michael Green - 2012
She's got the unpredictable behavior of a teenager, the same powers as Superman - and none of his affection for the people of Earth. Crash landing on a strange new planet, Supergirl must come to grips with Krypton's destruction with her cousin Superman and learn about her own recent past. But an ingenious new foe wants that same information - and will do anything to get it.Supergirl, Vol. 1 presents an all-new take on the Superman's cousin Kara, and her standing in the DC Comics - New 52 universe!Collecting: Supergirl #1-7.
The Ultimates: Tomorrow Men
Michael Jan Friedman - 2006
Only the Ultimates have the skills and the firepower to ferret Tiber out of its nests around the world and crush its plans for global conquest.But there is much more the Tomorrow Men will not say. After all, they don't want to alter the timeline any more than they have to.But wealthy Tony Stark, aka Iron Man, is dying by degrees of an incurable medical condition. For him, the temptation to make an additional change in the timeline may be too great to ignore -- though mankind's future might be damaged in the process.
Legion of Super-Heroes, Vol. 1: Teenage Revolution
Mark Waid - 2005
An amazing collection featuring LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #1-6 and the preview story from TEEN TITANS/LEGION SPECIAL #1! A bright, defiant, energized team of super-powered teenagers from different worlds forms a team of passionate activists crusading to leave their mark on a society that has forgotten how to fight for change!
Batman and Robin, Volume 1: Born to Kill
Peter J. Tomasi - 2012
As a part of the acclaimed DC Comics--The New 52 event of September 2011, Batman begins battling evil with his son, Damian, at his side, Batman now realizes that the hardest part of the job may be trying to work together.As Batman and Robin try to adjust to their new partnership, a figure emerges from Bruce Wayne's past: His name is NoBody, and he's not happy that Batman Incorporated is shining a light on his own shadowy war against evil...Collecting: Batman and Robin 1-8
DC vs. Marvel Comics
Ron MarzMike Carlin - 1996
DC Versus Marvel, the four issue blockbuster miniseries is now collected into this trade paperback. Heroes and villains cross over from each dimension into the other and celestial beings begin a strange and deadly cosmic chess game to determine which universe is more powerful. Graphic novel format.
Absolute DC: The New Frontier
Darwyn Cooke - 2006
Stalwarts such as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman continued to fight for truth and justice, but as the world hurtled toward an uncertain future, it would take a new breed of hero to define the American Way.
DC: The New Frontier
takes readers on an epic journey from the end of the Golden Age of heroes to the beginnings of the legendary Justice League of America. Darwyn Cooke's most ambitious project yet features the stunning color art of Dave Stewart, an introduction by DC's President and Publisher Paul Levitz, and an afterword by Cooke.
DC Meets Looney Tunes
Tom KingTom Grummett - 2017
DC's iconic superheroes meet the wacky characters of Looney Tunes in some of the most surprising stories in comics in DC MEETS LOONEY TUNES!When Elmer Fudd sets his sights on Bruce Wayne, it's a "wabbit hunt" you'd never imagine! Prospector Yosemite Sam strikes it rich, but can circus performer Foghorn Leghorn and bounty hunter Jonah Hex keep him alive long enough to enjoy it?Plus, Wonder Woman enlists the help of the Tasmanian Devil to save the Amazons; Lobo gets caught in the war between a mutated Road Runner and a wily super-genius of a coyote; and the last survivors of Mars fight over the fate of planet Earth! Finally, when the Legion of Super-Heroes needs help, a wrong turn at Albuquerque means the future's survival depends on..."Super" Bugs Bunny!Worlds collide, courtesy of some of comics' greatest talents, among them Tom King, Lee Weeks, Jimmy Palmiotti, Mark Texeira, Tony Bedard, Bill Morrison, Kelley Jones, Steve Orlando, Sam Humphries and more!Collects BATMAN/ELMER FUDD SPECIAL #1, JONAH HEX/YOSEMITE SAM SPECIAL #1, WONDER WOMAN/TASMANIAN DEVIL SPECIAL #1, LOBO/ROAD RUNNER SPECIAL #1, MARTIAN MANHUNTER/MARVIN THE MARTIAN SPECIAL #1 and LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES/BUGS BUNNY SPECIAL #1!
Ant-Man: Natural Enemy
Jason Starr - 2015
Scott and his teenage daughter, Cassie, are just settling down in a new city when a criminal from Scott's past comes gunning for them. But is the killer really after Scott, or the secrets of the Ant-Man tech? And just how far will Scott go to protect his only child? Award-winning crime writer Jason Starr (Twisted City, WOLVERINE MAX ) spins a thrilling tale of desperation, secrets and microscopic adventure.
Ex-Heroes
Peter Clines - 2010
Gorgon. Regenerator. Cerberus. Zzzap. The Mighty Dragon. They were heroes, using their superhuman abilities to make Los Angeles a better place.Then the plague of living death spread around the globe. Now, a year later, the heroes struggle to overcome their differences and recover from their own scars as they protect the thousands of survivors huddled in their film-studio-turned-fortress, the Mount.But the hungry ex-humans are not the only threat the survivors face. Across the city, another group has grown and gained power.
Superman, Volume 1: What Price Tomorrow?
George Pérez - 2012
The Daily Planet agrees. This new volume of SUPERMAN finds our hero with a startling new status quo. As Superman finds ways to dodge the scrutiny placed upon him by the public and media, he must stop a monstrous threat to Metropolis - one that he somehow is the cause of! The next chapter in the legendary history of the Man of Steel is built here!Collecting: Superman #1-6.
Batgirl, Volume 1: The Darkest Reflection
Gail Simone - 2012
Will Barbara be able to survive her explosive confrontation with this new villain, as well as facing dark secrets from her past? A new chapter in the riveting adventures of Batgirl continue in stunning fashion, with script by fan-favorite Gail Simone and stellar art by superstar Ardian Syaf!This volume collects issues 1-6 of Batgirl, part of the DC Comics—The New 52 event.
Deathmatch Vol. 2
Paul Jenkins - 2013
31 will die.The second round of the ultimate deathmatch begins here! Thirty-two Supes, Fears, and Neuts are being held captive by a mysterious higher power and forced to fight one-on-one until only one champion remains. Which fan-favorite characters from BOOM! Studios' latest original smash hit are on a collision course against their will? The mysteries grow deeper and the casualty list grows longer as DEATHMATCH continues! Written by industry legend Paul Jenkins (FAIRY QUEST, INHUMANS) and drawn by comics superstar Carlos Magno (PLANET OF THE APES, TRANSFORMERS), DEATHMATCH is a dark, psychological deconstruction of the superhero genre that can’t be missed. This stakes increase in this second volume collecting the second four issue arc of BOOM! Studios’ highest debuting original series ever!
Dial H for Hero Vol. 2: New Heroes of Metropolis
Sam Humphries - 2020
The H-Dial returns to the DC Universe courtesy of Sam Humphries as part of Brian Michael Bendis' new imprint for young heroes: Wonder Comics!In the aftermath of Mr. Thunderbolt's attack on Metropolis, teenage Miguel Montez and Summer Pickles have to figure out how to stop him. Join Miguel and Summer as they encounter even more DC classic characters--including The Flash!Aimed at providing readers with honest and innovative reading experiences, Brian Michael Bendis' Wonder Comics is a celebration of the moments of in life when discoveries are made--when purpose and meaning are revealed and destinies are defined. Featuring the young heroes of the DC Universe as penned by all-star creative teams in exciting new adventures that will celebrate the wonders of life, love and comics.Collects Dial H for Hero #7-12