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JSA: All Stars
Geoff JohnsTony Harris - 2004
The surviving original members of the JSA, Hawkman, Green Lantem and Wildcat are put to the ultimate test against a powerful entity known as Legacy, who captures not only them, but the all-powerful Spectre. JSA All Stars also explores the current heroes who've adopted the legendary name of fallen JSA heroes - Hawkgirl, Hourman, Star-Spangled Kid, Dr. Fate and Mr. Terrific - and takes a look back at the heroes who inspired them This collection also features back-up stories by a stellar line-up for some of the biggest names in and out of the comics business, including Pulizer-award-winning novelist Michael Chabon (The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay.)
Teen Titans/Outsiders: The Insiders
Geoff Johns - 2006
Ever since the death of Donna Troy, the Teen Titans and the Outsiders have been forging new destinies.What they didnt know was that one of the catalysts of Donnas death was a person who was going to betray not one, but both teams.When Nightwing and Speedy figure out that theres a traitor in their midst, secrets come to the fore, including Superboys ultimate corruption by his genetic father, Lex Luthor.Both teams are tested and in the wake of the battle, new alliances may be forged.
Superman: Infinite Crisis
Marv WolfmanNelson (Faro DeCastro) - 2006
Various Earths existed that were strikingly alike yet distinctly unique. The modern heroes of the Justice League of America existed on Earth-One while the Justice Society of America, their Golden Age predecessors, lived on Earth-Two. Infinite other Earths existed, each with a unique difference. This volume reveals the secret of what happened to the Earth Two Man of Steel, his wife Lois Lane, Alex Luthor of Earth Three and Superboy from Earth - Prime, after their worlds were destroyed during the events of CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS. This is a must-read for fans of the classic graphic novel CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS and the upcoming hardcover graphic novel, INFINITE CRISIS.Collects SUPERMAN #226, ACTION COMICS #836, ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #649 and stories from INFINITE CRISIS SECRET FILES 2006.
Hawkman: Wings of Fury
Geoff JohnsBill Oakley - 2005
As the mystic Highwayman comes to St. Roch, seeking to claim Hawkmans tortured soul, its a deadly battle for survival. But first, the Winged Wonders must survive a revenge-seeking Thanagarian Hawkwoman and then a confrontation with the powerful Black Adam.Collecting: Hawkman 15-22
Infinite Crisis Companion
Bill WillinghamDale Eaglesham - 2006
Written and drawn by a host of talented comic creators, this is a companion to the brave, new post-Infinite Crisis universe!This volume collects the one-shots DAY OF VENGEANCE: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL, RANN-THANAGAR WAR: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL, THE OMAC PROJECT: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL and VILLAINS UNITED: INFINITE CRISIS SPECIAL.
Checkmate Vol. 1: A King's Game
Greg Rucka - 2007
Now Checkmate uses unique abilities to deputize human and metahuman forces throughout the world.Colects Checkmate #1-7.
Green Lantern: Baptism of Fire
Ron Marz - 1999
In this new collection, Kyle decides to seek the guidance of the greatest heroes alive -- the Flash, Batman, and Wonder Woman -- only to find that he is already worthy of the name "hero."
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!
Superman: New Krypton, Vol. 1
Geoff JohnsJesús Merino - 2009
But his happiness soon turns to dread as relations between the Kryptonians and humans dissolve, and the two cultures face a massive clash!This is just the beginning of a 9-part mega-event that alters The Man of Tomorrow down to his core.This new hardcover collects SUPERMAN: NEW KRYPTON SPECIAL #1, SUPERMAN'S PAL, JIMMY OLSEN SPECIAL #1, SUPERMAN #681, ACTION COMICS #871 and ADVENTURE COMICS SPECIAL FEATURING THE GUARDIAN #1.
JLA: Zatanna's Search
Gardner Fox - 2004
Born with the ability to perform magic by speaking backwards, Zatanna quickly became one of the most powerful beings on the planet. But when her father disappeared during a magical adventure, the young sorceress discovered that even her powers were not enough to find him. Now with the aid of Batman, Hawkman, the Atom, and Green Lintern, Zatanna embarks, on a death-defying mission to save her father and return him to his own realm.
Teen Titans/Outsiders: The Death and Return of Donna Troy
Phil Jimenez - 2006
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Day of Vengeance
Bill Willingham - 2005
Together with a ragtag team of magic-based heroes they must face down a foe who has sworn to wipe out all magic...the Spectre! Featuring nearly every magical character of the DCU, Day of Vengeance may mark the end of magic as we know it.Collecting: Day of Vengeance 1-6, Action Comics 826, Adventures of Superman 639, Superman 216
Robin: Flying Solo
Chuck Dixon - 2000
Robin then runs headlong into battle at the side of the Huntress, Gotham City's deadliest vigilante
Green Lantern: Willworld
J.M. DeMatteis - 2001
Waking up on a strange hallucinatory world with no recollection of making a journey, Green Lantern attempts to decipher the insanity around him while instilling justice in a mad existence. Dealing with a senseless reality, Hal is forced to learn how to focus his will, thus accessing the true, unbridled power of his ring. Featuring strikingly beautiful artwork, this book reveals how Hal Jordan transformed himself from a novice hero to a revered legend.
Legion of Super-Heroes Archives, Vol. 1
Jerry Siegel - 1991
Representing planets throughout the cosmos, these young heroes must band together to protect the galaxy from space-born threats as great as the universe itself.