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Justice League International Omnibus Vol. 1
Keith Giffen - 2017
Can an unlikely new Justice League lineup work as a unit to stop terrorists at the U.N., the Royal Flush Gang, and other threats--or will they succumb to squabbling and bad jokes? Pairing humor with hard-hitting action and heartfelt emotion, Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, along with frequent illustrator Kevin Maguire, created one of the greatest iterations of the Justice League ever! This oversize omnibus graphic novel series collects their run in its entirety for the first time ever, beginning with JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL OMNIBUS VOL. 1! Collects JUSTICE LEAGUE #1-6, JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #7-25, JUSTICE LEAGUE AMERICA #26-30, JUSTICE LEAGUE EUROPE #1-6, and JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL ANNUAL #1-3.
Batman Beyond 2.0, Vol. 1: Rewired
Kyle Higgins - 2014
Was it really only a heart attack? Or was one of Arkham's infamous inmates responsible?Collects issues #1-8.
Tales of the Batman: Archie Goodwin
Archie GoodwinHoward Chaykin - 2013
For the first time, the Batman stories from legendary comics writer Archie Goodwin are collected together.Collects stories from DETECTIVE COMICS #437, 438 and 440-443, DETECTIVE COMICS ANNUAL #3, SHOWCASE '95 #11, BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE #1 and 4, BATMAN: LEGENDS OF THE DARK KNIGHT #132-136, and BATMAN: NIGHT CRIES.
Robin: Year One
Chuck Dixon - 2000
Against all manner of foe he braved inconceivable odds, ever skirting the line between heroism and death. His name is Dick Grayson. Before he became Nightwing he was the first to don the mantle of Robin. When his parents fell victim to the machinations of a mobster, millionaire Bruce Wayne, known to a precious few as the Batman, took the young orphan under his wing. For months Grayson trained in the ways of crime fighting, until at last he was ready to patrol the night with his mentor. But the training ground and the threats of the real world are two very different things. For the newly anointed Robin, it would be a baptism of fire.Batman gave Robin his Direction. The evil of the world would shape his destiny. This is his story.
War of the Green Lanterns: Aftermath
Tony BedardMiguel Sepúlveda - 2012
But the Green Lanterns find that doing so is more difficult than they ever imagined.Collecting: War of the Green Lanterns: Aftermath 1-2, Green Lantern Corps 61-63, Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors 11-13
Tales of the Batman: Tim Sale
Tim Sale - 2007
One of the influential and popular illustrators of the Dark Knight is Tim Sale, who, in addition to providing artwork for the hit TV series Heroes, illustrated the Eisner Award-winning graphic novels BATMAN: THE LONG HALLOWEEN, BATMAN: DARK VICTORY and SUPERMAN FOR ALL SEASONS. Sale's distinctive vision of the Dark Knight put the iconic hero back in the shadows and updated his image for a new generation of fans. Now, for the first time ever, these Batman tales drawn by Tim Sale early in his career are collected in one sensational volume.
The Doom Patrol Omnibus
Grant MorrisonKim DeMulder - 1993
The Chief leads Robotman, the recently formed Rebis and new member Crazy Jane against the Scissormen, part of a dangerous philosophical location that has escaped into our world and is threatening to engulf reality itself. Collecting Grant Morrison's definitive run, which launched his career as one of the comic industry's most innovative and creative writers! Collects Doom Patrol #19-63 and Doom Force Special #1.
The Sandman Omnibus, Vol. 1
Neil Gaiman - 2013
Regardless of cultures or historical eras, all dreamers visit Morpheus' realm--be they gods, demons, muses, mythical creatures, or simply humans who teach Morpheus some surprising lessons.Upon his escape from an embarrassing captivity at the hands of a mere mortal, Morpheus finds himself at a crossroads, forced to deal with the enormous changes within both himself and his realm. His journey to find his place in a world that's drastically changed takes him through mythical worlds to retrieve his old heirlooms, the back roads of America for a twisted reunion, and even Hell itself--to receive the dubious honor of picking the next Devil. But he'll learn his greatest lessons at the hands of his own family, the Endless, who--like him--are walking embodiments of the most influential aspects of existence.This massive hardcover tome, over 1000 pages, collects the first 37 issues of Neil Gaiman's groundbreaking series!
Plastic Man, Vol. 1: On the Lam!
Kyle Baker - 2005
Watch as Plas--with the help of sidekick Woozy Winks--gets into all sorts of trouble, as his not-so-innocent past as "Eel" O'Brian comes back to haunt him. Our hero is framed for a crime he didn't commit, and now he's on the lam Featuring a new "plastic" cover
Batman: The Rebirth Deluxe Edition Book 5
Tom King - 2020
But the Penguin is on Batman's side for once, and the crime boss sees dangerous things on the horizon. How can he convince the Caped Crusader he's on the level? Plus, appearances by Professor Pyg, John Constantine and the boy who wanted to be Bruce Wayne--in the worst way possible! And then, someone is forcing Batman to relive some of his darkest, most traumatizing fears. How will he escape this torment? With a little help from the mysterious hero known only as the Question! Collects Batman #58-63, #66-69, Batman Annual #3 and Batman Secret Files #1.
Green Lantern: New Guardians, Volume 1: The Ring Bearer
Tony BedardThomas Giorello - 2012
But the other Corps aren't too keen on the Green Lanterns "stealing" their rings! Writer Tony Bedard (Green Lantern Corps) pens a new chapter in the Green Lantern mythos with a team of renegade Lanterns consisting of members from each Corps!Collecting: Green Lantern: New Guardians 1-7
DC Comics/Dark Horse: Batman vs. Predator
Dave Gibbons - 2017
PREDATOR miniseries are collected into one massive bloody collection, including the Eisner Award-winning BATMAN VS. PREDATOR #1-3 by Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN), Adam Kubert (SUPERMAN: LAST SON) and Andy Kubert (DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE) in DC COMICS/DARK HORSE COMICS: BATMAN VS. PREDATOR.While fear and darkness have always haunted the streets of Gotham City, a new terror has crept onto the rooftops and into the hearts of its citizens. An alien hunter known only as the Predator has come to Gotham to hunt its greatest warriors, and after a string of brutal murders, the Predator has its sights on Batman. In an epic showdown, the Dark Knight must use all of his skills, both martial and mental, to beat this otherworldly menace.After their first bloody contact, Batman faces off against the alien Predator a second time as a price is put on his head by a ruthless gangster. This time Batman enlists the help of the Huntress as he fends off both the assassins and the Predator.Finally, Batman and Robin must face a third incursion from space as a deadly gang war rages across the streets of Gotham. As Mr. Freeze and Catwoman entangle themselves in the web of death, Batman must learn to trust his young partner in order to defeat the alien menace for a third time.Collects BATMAN VS. PREDATOR #1-3 by Dave Gibbons (WATCHMEN), Adam Kubert (SUPERMAN: LAST SON) and Andy Kubert (DARK KNIGHT III: THE MASTER RACE).
Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
Alan MoorePaul Kupperberg - 1986
Moore teams with Curt Swan, the definitive Superman artist from the 1950's through the 1970's, to tell the final adventure of the Man of Steel featuring his last stand against Lex Luthor, Brainiac and his other foes in "WHATEVER HAPPENED TO THE MAN OF TOMORROW?". This volume also includes Moore's classic early collaboration with WATCHMEN illustrator Dave Gibbons, "FOR THE MAN WHO HAS EVERYTHING", in which Batman, Robin and Wonder Woman find Superman held captive by the villain Mongul in the Fortress of Solitude and dreaming of an idyllic life on Krypton courtesy of a wish-fulfilling parasitic plant known as the Black Mercy. Both tales are considered two of the top five all-time best Superman stories among fans. The rare first team-up adventure between the Man of Tomorrow and Swamp Thing, the character that first brought Moore to notoriety in the United States, is included as an additional bonus.This volume collects the two-part “Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?” from SUPERMAN #423 and ACTION COMICS #583, as well as “The Jungle Line” from DC COMICS PRESENTS #85 and “For the Man Who Has Everything...” from SUPERMAN ANNUAL #11.
The Forensic Files of Batman: The World's Greatest Detective
Doug Moench - 2004
Doug Moench presents two dozen entries from Batman's case files featuring classic villains such as the Joker and Catwoman.
Green Lantern/New Gods: Godhead
Robert VendittiRooney Buchemi - 2015
Now, he has learned that during Green Lantern: Lights Out, the ring-wielders broke through the Wall and stole secrets of cosmic importance. Determined to breach the Source Wall himself, Highfather must gain one of each colored ring in the emotional spectrum. But even mighty Highfather doesn't know all, and the forces he's about to unleash will have transformative effects on the whole DC Universe! Cosmic mystery, overwhelming odds, familiar and brand-new New Gods--this one's got it all!Collecting: Green Lantern/New Gods: Godhead; Green Lantern 35-37, Annual 3; Green Lantern Corps 35-37; Green Lantern: New Guardians 35-37; Red Lanterns 35-37; & Sinestro 6-8