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ABSOLUTE GREEN ARROW #3 (DC COMICS)
As the body count climbs, so does Dinah Lance’s anxiety.
Hired to protect Hector Hammond form the Green Arrow Killer, Lance has become very conflicted on the case. Her past with Oliver Queen as made this assignment all the more personal. Finding the killer’s identity has consumed her every waking thought.
BATWOMAN #5 (DC COMICS)
Kate Kane has one chance at redemption.
With her sister Beth’s death, Kate’s attention has been focused on the Dark Faith’s activities in Greece.
NIGHTWING #140 (DC Comics)
The weight of the city is falling on Dick Grayson’s shoulders.
After a supernatural encounter on the city’s super highway left a body count, Grayson has been declared public enemy #1. His search of the lore of the city for clues has led into new avenues. Each coming with a high cost.
BATMAN/SUPERMAN: WORLDS FINEST #53 (DC COMICS)
Skartaris is more than a magical place.
The Tyrannosorcerer has taken the World’s finest and made them his loyal soldiers. They look to be the final piece in taking out The Warlord once and for all.
ABSOLUTE FLASH #17 (DC COMICS)
GRODD.
A name that has struck fear into Scarlett Speedster fans’ hearts for many years. In the absolute universe, the powerful ape is vastly different than his counterpart. This means nothing to the Rogues.
SUPERMAN UNLIMITED #15 (DC COMICS)
The truth about young Jon Kent has been discovered.
Even since being pulled from the timestream, the boy has been a growing problem to deal with. The elder Jon Kent has donned the identity of “Tomorrow Man” to help in this situation.
DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL II #1 (DC COMICS)
It is time to return to a land of fantasy in medieval times.
In 2021, “Dark Knights of Steel” debuted. Its’ combination of DC Comics lore with themes of knightly activity sparked the interest of fans. After twelve issues plus spin-offs, many wondered if this world would return.
DEATHSTROKE: THE TERMINATOR #5 (DC COMICS)
Slade Wilson is on the run from Deathstroke?!
No, that’s not a typo. Someone has hit Slade on every level possible to hurt him. Wintergreen is dead. His money is gone. The reputation he built by code is in shambles. With nothing left to loose, Slade is at his most dangerous, but his weakest too.
GREEN LANTERN CORPS #18 (DC COMICS)
Time is running out on the Green Lantern Corps.
After escaping the Manhunters, “Allsight” Guy Gardner and his crew of Lanterns have returned to Oa. Being overpowered by the Emotional Expanse, Garnder attempts to sell Jessica Cruz on what to do next.
EMPEROR AQUAMAN #19 (DC COMICS)
As Aquaman acquires more powers, he also gains more problems.
His enhanced abilities are causing some concern amongst his fellow heroes. This is complicated even further by the return of Lolanna. Mera’s demented mother is doing some recruiting for her cause. Heavy is the crown indeed.
CLAYFACE: CELEBRITY DIRT #1 (DC COMICS)
Basil Karlo is Clayface….or is he?
The longtime Batman rogue has escaped Arkham Asylum with revenge on his mind. Once out in the open, he noticed something very drastic has happened.
BLEEDING HEARTS #6 (DC COMICS)
Holidays are supposed to be a fun time, right?
Poke would disagree. After his dead heart started beating again, things haven’t been right. His zombie tendencies have changed. This has caused many problems with hi best friend Mush.
ABSOLUTE BATMAN #22 (DC COMICS)
Can a Bat know fear?
In Bruce Wayne’s life, he has experienced many tragedies which have led him to becoming the Dark Knight. During this journey of vengeance, he has added a few allies in his crusade. None come more unpredictable than the leader of the Red Hood Gang.
THE FURY OF FIRESTORM #4 (DC COMICS)
Where is Professor Martin Stein?
That has been the question on many minds as Firestorm had taken over a city in Colorado. With Ronnie Raymond lost inside the Nuclear Man, is there any way to stop the Nuclear Man?
BARBARA GORDON: BREAKOUT #3 (DC COMICS)
Does Barbara Gordon have enough left to survive Supermax Prison?
The vigilante took on an impossible case to find out what is happening to innocent people inside the deadly compound. Her stay has been less than welcomed. With constant fighting and an untrustworthy ally, Gordon pushes forward to find the truth
ABSOLUTE CATWOMAN #2 (DC COMICS)
Selina Kyle and trouble go hand in hand.
When her longtime friend Holly Robinson appears at her doorstep, danger follows. After a high speed chase for her assailants, Kyle is now on a quest to find out who attacked her peace.
100 BULLETS: THE US OF ANGER #1 (DC COMICS)
Welcome back to the world of 100 Bullets.
The classic DC Vertigo series (1999-2009 & 100 issues) was a force to be reckoned with during its’ run. The unique plot behind it spawned many intense characters. None might have been more psychotic and cray than Lono.
ABSOLUTE MARTIAN MANHUNTER #12 (DC COMICS)
Ever since its’ inception, Absolute Martian Manhunter has not been your average superhero story.
John Jones’ life has never been the same since bonding with the Martian. The town of Middleton wasn’t ready for the inhumane attacks from the White Martian. Surviving that ordeal took its’ toll on both heroes. This lead to a growing personal rift with Bridget, Jones’ wife. His son Tyler was presumed a causality until fate had other plans.
SUPERGIRL: SURVIVE #2 (DC COMICS)
Krypton is no more. Only 2 known survivors are left from the doomed planet.
Kara Zor-El was put in charge of taking care of her baby cousin Kal-El. They were supposed to make the journey to Earth for a safe life. Fate steered them off course.
BATMAN #11 (DC COMICS)
The Dark Knight looks to reclaim his city. That is easier said than done.
With Vandal Savage as police commissioner and The Minotaur running the underworld, Batman has the odds stacked against him. Making matters worse is a bounty is put on Bruce Wayne’s head with the Ōjō looking to collect.