| August 7th |
BIG DADDY DANGER #1
Written by Adam Pollina; art by Pollina and Tyson McAdoo; cover by
PollinaIn stores August 7.
Adam Pollina (X-Force) writes and pencils a riotous miniseries
starring the greatest masked wrestler of them all! Meet Big Daddy
Danger, the latest in an ancestral line of masked heroes protecting
the oppressed from tyranny. In his dazzling debut issue, Daddy faces
Lady Eighty and Shanghai Suzy, the dread lady wrestlers known as the “Ma’amazons!”
But little does Daddy know that they’re working for another contender
for Daddy’s title — the one-and-only Diablo X! Meanwhile, Young Danny
Danger grows increasingly disappointed in his frequently absent dad.
For more information, see the feature
article.
32 pages, (1 of 9), $2.95 |
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DOOM PATROL #11
Written by John Arcudi; art and cover by Tan Eng Huat
In stores August 7. Just when they thought
they’d seen it all…the Doom Patrol goes to Hell. Honest! We swear! (Or
at least, it really, really looks that way...). Question is…how
are they going to get themselves out?
32 pages, $2.50 |
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HAWKMAN #6
Written by Geoff Johns and James Robinson; art by Rags Morales and
Michael Bair; painted cover by Andrew Robinson
In stores August 7. “Slings and Arrows”
Part 2 of 2, guest-starring Green Arrow! Hawkman and Green Arrow
continue to “reevaluate” their relationship and put a stop to the
string of murders plaguing St. Roch’s successful businessmen. Plus,
Carter Hall makes a startling decision.
32 pages, $2.50 |
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JLA: DESTINY #3
Written by John Arcudi; art and cover by Tom Mandrake
ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 7. Thomas
Wayne and Luthor face off with unexpected results, while Mongul
prepares for the invasion of his principality by the JLA. Meanwhile,
soothsayer Destiny discovers that the voice in her head isn’t
really in her head!
48 pages, Prestige Format, (3 of 4), $5.95 |
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JUSTICE LEAGUE
ADVENTURES #10
Written by Josh Siegal; art by Chris Jones and Christian Alamy; cover
by Butch LukicIn stores August
7. As the Cartoon Network prepares its second smash season of
Justice League, the animated comic-book adventures of the World’s
Greatest Super-Heroes continue! In this tale by Josh Siegal, former
writer for the cult television series The Upright Citizens Brigade,
Superman is taken down in battle and the Martian Manhunter must
replace him as a hero to millions. But does the shy, reserved alien
have what it takes to inspire all of humanity?
32 pages, $2.25 |
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LAB RATS #5
Written and illustrated by John Byrne; cover by Byrne
In stores August 7. Part 2 of a 3-part
time-travel adventure brings the Rats’ face-to-face with Superman!
The Lab Rats begin to piece together what caused Superman to disappear
from Metropolis some fifty years earlier. But will they be able to
determine how his absence caused the city’s downfall? And will a new,
even greater danger —one that threatens all the Earth — make it a moot
point?
32 pages, $2.50 |
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THE SPECTRE #20
Written by J.M. DeMatteis; art by Norm Breyfogle and Dennis Janke;
cover by P. Craig RussellIn
stores August 7. A New York City magazine publisher is being haunted
by the Spectre. But unlike the Spectre’s past victims, this man has
done nothing evil to warrant a visit from the Spirit of Redemption.
Has the Spectre made a tragic mistake or is this man harboring a
secret that not only will unravel his existence, but also the
existence of everyone on Earth?
32 pages, $2.75 |
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YOUNG JUSTICE #48
Written by Peter David; art and cover by Todd Nauck and Lary Stucker
In stores August 7.
[New Release Date: August 14] Part 2 of the
4-part “Fighting MAAD.” There’s turmoil within the team as Young
Justice fights its way into Secret’s very being in order to prevent
someone close to them from crossing over into the land of the dead.
32 pages, $2.75 |
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| August 14th |
DEADMAN #9
Written by Steve Vance; art by Shawn McManus; cover by José Luis
García-LópezIn stores August 14.
Final issue. The innocent offspring of Nanda Parbat’s most evil couple
once again is in the custody of his mother. But will he use the secret
powers she has unlocked inside him to betray his newfound family…or to
destroy Deadman?
32 pages, $2.50 |
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GREEN
LANTERN #153
Written by Judd Winick; art by Dale Eaglesham and Rodney Ramos; cover
by Jim Lee and Scott WilliamsIn
stores August 14. Green Lantern has faced impossible odds in the past
and always has come out ahead. Now Kyle Rayner must go head-to-head
with the greatest challenge yet...his high school reunion! The
horror...the horror! Meanwhile, during his visit home, Kyle and
his mom reconstruct their past and look toward a brighter future.
32 pages, $2.25 |
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HAWKMAN SECRET FILES
#1
Written by Geoff Johns, Dan Curtis Johnson and J.H. Williams III; art
by Patrick Gleason, Rags Morales, Michael Bair, Greg Scott, Walter
Simonson, Christian Alamy, Mick Gray, and various; cover by Morales
In stores August 14.
[New Release date: August 28] One of the Winged
Warrior’s deadliest foes returns in a one-shot devoted to the newest
incarnation of Hawkman! A foe nearly as ancient as Hawkman makes
his presence known (in a story written by Geoff Johns with art by
Patrick Gleason & Christian Alamy). Plus, the DEO investigates the
mysterious Nth metal (written by Dan Curtis Johnson & J.H. Williams
III with art by Greg Scott & Mick Gray). Rounding out the issue are
profile pages focusing on the Hawks, their villains and the supporting
cast of the hit new series, by an array of artists including HAWKMAN’s
Rags Morales & Michael Bair, Walter Simonson, and more!
48 pages, $4.95 |
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IMPULSE #89
Written by Todd Dezago; art by Carlo Barberi and Terry Austin; cover
by Barberi and Wayne FaucherIn
stores August 14. Final Issue. Jay Garrick, the JSA’s Golden Age
Flash, is supposed to be Impulse’s teacher and mentor. But Jay’s about
to make the biggest mistake of his career — and it’s up to Impulse to
prevent it.
32 pages, $2.50 |
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JLA #69
Written by Joe Kelly; art by Yvel Guichet and Mark Propst; cover by
Doug Mahnke and Tom NguyenIn
stores August 14. The 7-part “The Obsidian Age: The Hunt for
Aquaman” begins! With the JLA seemingly gone for good, a new group
of heroes arises to take their place. It’s a brand-new lineup of DC
greats, with some familiar faces and even more surprises! The “Big
Seven” are gone, but the JLA lives on! For more information, see the
feature article. Look for a
signed version in the Dynamic Forces section of Previews.
32 pages, $2.25 |
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LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES: THE GREAT
DARKNESS SAGA TP — NEW EDITION
Written by Paul Levitz; art by Keith Giffen, Curt Swan, Pat Broderick,
Larry Mahlstedt, and Romeo Tanghal; cover by Giffen and Mahlstedt
In stores August 14. One of the greatest
storylines in the Legion’s history is collected in this new edition of
THE GREAT DARKNESS SAGA. One of the deadliest forces of the DC
Universe resurfaces in the 30th century, wreaking havoc on the Legion
of Super-Heroes. Note: This less costly edition does not contain
the pull-out poster from the previous edition.
192 pages, Trade Paperback $14.95 |
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THE POWER COMPANY #7
Written by Kurt Busiek; art by Steve Sadowski and Andrew Pepoy; cover
by Tom Grummett and Michael Bair
In stores August 14. The first special “spotlight” issue focuses on
Power Company associate Striker Z, as he takes on a solo
assignment deep in the Yukon, protecting a corporate installation from
the attacks of a subterranean army. We’ll learn more about what drives
a danger-loving guy like Striker Z in a story that tests him, tempts
him — and might even lure him away from the Power Company!
32 pages, $2.75 |
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SUICIDE SQUAD #12
Written by Keith Giffen; art by Paco Medina and Joe Sanchez; cover by
Michael BairIn stores August 14.
Final issue — guest-starring the JSA! The Justice Society drops
by just in time for the Squad to wrap up its tour of duty in the
deadliest ways possible. After an attack by the terrorist group
Onslaught, the Squad is left gutted. And it looks like the only way
out is for the Squad to live up to its name. Be here for the ensuing
chaos as we also find out the final piece in the puzzle of how Rock
and Bulldozer are still alive.
32 pages, $2.50 |
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| August 21st |
HAVEN: THE BROKEN CITY #9
Written by Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus and Matthew P. Schuster; art and
painted cover by Ariel Olivetti
In stores August 21. The maxiseries reaches its shocking
conclusion, setting the stage for the JLA/HAVEN: ANATHEMA one-shot!
All the pieces begin to fall into place as the Alliance’s seemingly
heroic Valadin reveals his surprising story. What role did he have in
Haven’s journey to Earth? Also, learn who among the Havenites has been
paving the way for the evil Anathema’s arrival!
32 pages, (9 of 9), $2.50 |
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JLA: THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU
Written by Roy Thomas; art and cover by Steve Pugh
ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 21. A certain
young Mr. Carr finds himself on an island where a deranged scientist
has created a corps of super-human creatures, utilizing amalgams of
wild animals! Desperate to prove the validity of his research, the
scientist — Dr. Moreau — brings his menagerie back to civilization…to
hunt down Jack the Ripper and bring him to justice! For more
information, see the feature article.
64 pages, Prestige Format, $6.95 |
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JSA #39
Written by David S. Goyer and Geoff Johns; art by Patrick Gleason and
Christian Alamy; cover by Rags Morales
In stores August 21. What makes the JSA’s
Woman of Steel tick? Find out as Power Girl enters the spotlight this
issue. Karen Starr takes on one of the strangest people she’s ever
gone up against: her greatest fan! A love-hungry, too-hip-for-the-room
metahuman who’ll do anything to win her affection!
32 pages, $2.50 |
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| August 28th |
THE FLASH #189
Written by Geoff Johns; art by Rick Burchett and Dan Panosian; cover
by Scott KolinsIn stores August
28. The Flash has only a few more tasks to perform before his beloved
Keystone City can truly return to normal. Guest-starring Cyborg and
Jay Garrick, the Golden Age Flash!
32 pages, $2.25 |
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GREEN ARROW #16
Written by Brad Meltzer; art by Phil Hester and Ande Parks; painted
cover by Matt WagnerIn stores
August 28. [New Release Date: September 4] Four-time New York Times best-selling author Brad
Meltzer becomes the new writer of Green Arrow’s adventures! Long
ago, Oliver Queen made specific plans in the event of his death. Now
that Ollie has since died and returned to life, the archer is checking
to see if his instructions were carried out properly. For more
information, see the feature article.
32 pages, $2.50 |
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GREEN LANTERN: EVIL’S
MIGHT #1
Written by Howard Chaykin and David Tischman; art and cover by
Marshall Rogers and John Cebollero
ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 28. In New
York City, just before the turn of the 19th century, Kyle Rayner pens
the political cartoons that mock the government that cares little (if
at all) for its neediest citizens. Uptown, police officer Hal Jordan
courts Carol Ferris, the daughter of one of “Boss” Tweed’s top
political cronies. And on the West Side, gang leader Alan Scott begins
building his own corrupt dynasty. The lives of the three are destined
to cross and collide. But something happens to make the collision more
explosive than anyone could have expected: a gift of a lantern, given
to Kyle, granting him undreamed of powers! For more information, see
the feature article.
48 pages, Prestige Format, (1 of 3), $5.95 |

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JLA #70
Written by Joe Kelly; art and cover by Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen
In stores August 28. “The Hunt for
Aquaman” continues in Part 2 of the 7-Part saga “The Obsidian Age.”
At last, the mystery of the Ancients is revealed! Yet not all is
peaceful in the mythic realm of Atlantis, for a bizarre group of
villains from the far future has come on a mission of vengeance and
destruction. And if these villains have their way, Atlantis will be
laid waste. Who are these villains? They call themselves...the Justice
League!?! For more information, see the
feature article.
32 pages, $2.25 |
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THE LEGION
#11
Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning; art and cover by Olivier
Coipel and LanningIn stores
August 28. Despite the preparations made by the Legion and Science
Police forces, Robotica has successfully invaded Earth in a matter of
minutes! To take the planet back, the Legionnaires head for a nearby
world with centuries-dormant — but still lethal — warlike
capabilities. But what — or whom — they find there is not to be
believed! Then again, neither is the leader of Robotica, who finally
meets Brainiac 5 face-to-face!
32 pages, $2.50 |
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THE TITANS #44
Written by Tom Peyer; art by Barry Kitson and James Pascoe; cover by
José Luis García-LópezIn stores
August 28. “Chemical World” Part 3. The Titans struggle with
the mind-altering consequences of a journey to the Chemical World in
search of the anarchist known as Garvan. Meanwhile, back on earth,
S.T.A.R. Labs scientists race against the clock to save the life of
Tempest before he becomes the Chemical World’s first human casualty!
32 pages, $2.75 |
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WONDER WOMAN #184
Written by Phil Jimenez; art by Jimenez and Andy Lanning; cover by
Adam HughesIn stores August 28.
Phil Jimenez returns to full art chores in Part 1 of an
unforgettable 2-part adventure! Diana comes face-to-face
with…Wonder Woman?!? The two heroes must stop a nefarious Nazi plot!
And how do Miss America and a herd of dinosaurs figure into this whole
thing? Pick up this issue to find out!
32 pages, $2.25 |
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| Relist |
THE
SPECTRE: CRIMES AND PUNISHMENTS TP — relist
Written by John Ostrander; art and cover by Tom Mandrake
In stores August 14. Reoffered to coincide
with THE SPECTRE STATUE (solicited with May
2002's comics), this trade paperback reprints THE SPECTRE #1-4
(previous volume) by writer John Ostrander and artist Tom Mandrake —
whose designs form the basis for the statue.
104 pages, Trade Paperback, $9.95 |
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JLA: SEVEN
CASKETS — relist
Written and painted by Dan Brereton; cover by Brereton
In stores August 21. Reoffered to coincide
with the release of JLA: THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU, this one-shot
offers another look at the JLA as monstrous creatures. In order to
confront an ancient evil threat, the JLA must allow themselves to
become tainted themselves! Even if they save the world, who will save
the world from the JLA?
48 pages, Prestige Format, $5.95 |
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GREEN
LANTERN: 1001 EMERALD NIGHTS — relist
Written by Terry Laban; painted art and cover by Rebecca Guay
ELSEWORLDS. In stores August 28. Reoffered
to coincide with GREEN LANTERN: EVIL’S MIGHT, this lavishly-told story
blends the Green Lantern mythos with the legend of the Arabian
Knights. This fully-painted Prestige one-shot is written by Terry
Laban (THE DREAMING), with astonishing artwork by Rebecca Guay
(VEILS).
64 pages, Prestige Format, $6.95 |
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WONDER
WOMAN: PARADISE LOST TP — relist
Written by Phil Jimenez, J.M. DeMatteis, George Pérez, Joe Kelly, and
Devin Grayson; art by Jimenez, Andy Lanning, Pérez, and Cam Smith;
cover by Adam HughesIn stores
August 28. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the WONDER WOMAN
POSTER featuring art by Phil Jimenez. Reprinting WONDER WOMAN #164-170
and the “Who is Troia?” story from WONDER WOMAN Secret Files #2, this
trade paperback features the 4-part “Gods Of Gotham” storyline
guest-starring Batman, Nightwing, Robin, Huntress, and others. Plus,
an Amazon civil war nearly destroys Paradise Island, and Lois Lane
gets the scoop on Diana during a “day in the life” of Wonder Woman.
176 pages, Trade Paperback, $14.95 |