Justice League of America

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Justice League of America Archives 1 (Brave and the Bold 28-30, Justice League of America 1-6; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: Following the smash hit revivals of such Golden Age comic book superstars as The Flash and Green Lantern, DC Comics and longtime editor Julius Schwartz reached and important and inevitable realization. They reasoned that if the adventures of any of these single superhero sensations could thrill fans, the exploits of a team of heroes would electrify them! Schwartz was clearly influenced in his plans by his earlier experience as the editor of the 1940s series starring comics' original superhero group, the Justice Society of America. He logically turned to Gardner Fox—the writer of JSA—to realize these plans. Schwartz and Fox, along with penciller Mike Sekowsky, put together an all-star lineup, featuring Superman, Batman, Flash, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, and J'onn J'onzz, Manhunter from Mars, to conquer menaces too terrifying and powerful for any one champion to handle alone. The League appeared in three consecutive issues of DC's anthology comic The Brave and the Bold. Sensing almost immediately that they had a hit on their hands—and without waiting for sales figures—the publishers launched the Justice League of America monthly on the heels of the thrid B&B issue. Their faith was well justified; the League was tremendously well received and became an unqualified sales success. The Justice League of America has gone on to further greatness and acclaim as the longest running superhero team in comics history. Today, thirty years after its launch, the Justice League is as popular as ever and is unquestionably one of the cornerstones of the DC heroic universe.]
Justice League of America Archives 2 (7-14; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: Interstellar threats. Alien dictators. Lords of sin and demons of darkness. Time and again, the forces of evil would conspire to bring about their ruinous and terrifying objective - the complete destruction of planet Earth. Valiantly, the superheroes of the world fought back, struggling tirelessly to protect the weak and helpless from such forces. Day after day, the hope of all mankind lay in the hands and hearts of such legendary defenders as Superman... Green Lantern... Wonder Woman... Batman... Flash... Aquaman... Martian Manhunter... and Green Arrow. Each was as great a hero as America had ever seen. Still, despite their great power, there sometimes arose those menaces too awesome and malevolent for any one hero to overcome. Working independently, Earth's champions found themselves helpless against such evil. But working together... Following the blueprint success charted by the 1940s' Justice Society of America, DC Comics editor Julius Schwartz, along with writer Gardner Fox and penciller Mike Sekowsky, assembled an all-star line-up of DC's most popular superheroes in the pages of Justice League of America, one of the most influential and best-selling comic books of the 1960s. Today, more than thirty years after its launch, the Justice League—comics' longest running superhero team—has firmly established itself as a guiding star in the DC firmament. The second volume of The Justice League of America Archives reprints eight key adventures of the world's greatest superheroes, including the first appearance of perennial JLA foe Dr. Light; the team's previously unrevealed origin story; the induction of The Atom; and the first Justice League tale so cosmic in scope that it took two issues to tell.]
Justice League of America Archives 3 (15-22; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: The early 1960s gave birth to the most exciting era comic book fans would ever know, due for the most part to the efforts of DC Comics editor Julius Schwartz. Beginning in the mid-40s, this one-time science-fiction literary agent (and acknowledged co-founded of science-fiction fandom some fifteen years earlier) began shaping the adventures of some of DC's greatest heroes, including the Justice Society of America. He survived the late 1940s decline of the superhero by editing some of the most innovative genre books of the day to play a key role in the superhero revival with the 1954 "recreation" of the Golden Age hero The Flash. Several years and many heroic revivals later, Schwartz brought forth the modern equivalent of the Justice Society, the Justice League of America. Under Schwartz's direction, with its innovative interactions between the JLA members and incredible, high-concept science-fiction storylines by writer Gardner Fox, the Justice League of America was one of the most exciting comics of the time.. and became a groundbreaking title with JLA 21-22. The two-part "Crisis on Earth-One" and "Crisis on Earth-Two" furthered the link—first forged in an earlier Schwartz-edited title, The Flash—between the Golden Age superheroes remembered and much beloved by older fans and the modern day heroic counterparts with a concept that became known as "multiple-Earths." Fans both old and young went wild for these stories (which went on to become an annual event in JLA for almost the next two decades), and the Justice League of America stories reprinted in this volume made comics history.]
Justice League of America Archives 4 (23-30; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Bernard Sachs).
Justice League of America Archives 5 (31-40; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: The 1960s witnessed dramatic changes in American popular culture. The worried, conservative patterns of the 1950s had failed to feed the imagination of the American public, who demanded new ideas about politics, about themselves, and about the world in which they lived. Television, once considered a "low-brow" medium, began to offer "high-concept" programs—science fiction and horror series whose popularity in syndication continues to this day. Similarly, the comic books of the 1960s found new ways to excite the imagination, using superheroes for more than action and adventure. The colorful costumed characters soon found themselves in the wild world of "speculative fiction." A former literary agent in the field of science fiction, DC Comics editor Julius Schwartz knew that good fiction raised good questions - and the best questions are ones that persist after the story is over. The fantastic world of the Justice League of America allowed writer Gardner Fox, with artist Mike Sekowsky, to challenge the heroes with wild adventures—against star-spawned villains, against each other, against themselves, against anything—in the meantime provoking the imagination of the reader with science-fiction ideas about parallel dimensions, time travel, dream machines, ESP and duplicate selves. The playful and exciting stories in this handsome Archive Edition capture the imagination as forcefully now as the did in the 1960s.]
Justice League of America Archives 6 (41-50; w Gardner Fox; a Frank Giacoia, Mike Sekowsky, Joe Giella, Sid Greene, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: In 1960, editor Julie Schwartz, writer Gardner Fox, and artist Mike Sekowsky delivered to American comic fans a superhero tour de force by reviving the concept of a "team book." By gathering together Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, the Flash and other stars of DC's Silver Age, this team of creators birthed a series that forever changed comics history. In this, the sixth volume of the JLA Archives, we have nine adventures of the team in their prime and a foreward by comics writer/historian Mark Evanier providing an insightful behind-the-scenes look at penciller Mike Sekowsky, perhaps fandom's most debated artist. So sit back, strap in, and see how the JLA truly earned the title of The World's Greatest Superheroes!]
Justice League of America Archives 7 (51-60; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Sid Greene). [From DC Comics: ]
Justice League of America Archives 8 (61-66, 68-70; w Gardner Fox, Dennis O'Neil; a George Roussos, Mike Sekowsky, Sid Greene, Dick Dillin). [From DC Comics: After guiding The World’s Greatest Heroes in their adventures for nearly a decade, writer Gardner Fox and artist Mike Sekowsky were moving on—meaning some big changes were in the air, leaving new writer Dennis O’Neil and new artist Dick Dillin to take charge of the World’s Greatest Heroes! The first work of this new creative team is seen in JUSTICE LEAGUE ARCHIVES Volume 8, a 240-page hardcover reprinting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA 61-66, and 68-70 (plus the cover to 67, which was a reprint from 1967-68), which showcases this transition of creative teams. This archive also features the art of Sid Greene, George Roussos, Neal Adams, and more, as well as a cover by Sekowsky and Jerry Ordway. Featured in this volume are: another annual team-up of the JLA/JSA (in which they face the treacherous T. O. Morrow) that also introduces the mysterious Red Tornado; the cosmic challenge of the Chaos Maker; a tale guest-starring The Creeper and Mind-Grabber Kid; the return of the crafty criminal The Key; and an adventure in which the members of the JLA go head-to-head with their own individual foes! Plus, how can a small-time dictator challenge the JLA? And is Green Arrow really a murderer? All this and more can be found in this volume featuring a new introduction by O'Neil, plus a cover by Sekowsky, newly inked by Jerry Ordway!]
Justice League of America Archives 9 (71-80; w Dennis O'Neil; a Dick Dillin, Sid Greene and Joe Giella). [From DC Comics: Don’t miss this Archive Edition collecting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA 71-80 (1969-1970)! In these issues, the Black Canary joined, the new satellite headquarters was born, and more! Plus, an intro by pop culture historian William Schelly!]
Showcase Presents: Justice League of America 1 (Brave & Bold 28-30, JLA 1-16, Mystery in Space 75; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Carmine Infantino, Murphy Anderson, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: The newest installment in the Showcase Presents collection spotlights the JLA! In these stories, thrill to confrontations with intergalactic, mystical and super-powered rogues such as Despero, Kanjar Ro, Dr. Destiny, Amos Fortune and Felix Faust.]
Showcase Presents: Justice League of America 2 (17-36; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Bernard Sachs). [From DC Comics: In this volume, the JLA battles Kanjar Ro, Despero, the Queen Bee, Amazo, Dr. Destiny, and their evil counterparts, the Crime Syndicate of America.]
Showcase Presents: Justice League of America 3 (37-60; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky, Carmine Infantino, et al.). [From DC Comics: A third gigantic black-and-white volume collecting 1960s adventures of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes.] 1
Volume 1
The Greatest Stories Ever Told (19, 77, 122, 166-168, Justice League 1, JLA Secret Files 1, JLA 61, story from JLA 200). [From DC Comics: Collecting some of the stand-out tales from the long history of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes, from the Silver Age through INFINITE CRISIS!]
Crisis on Multiple Earths (21-22, 29-30, 37-38, 46-47; w Gardner Fox; a Mike Sekowsky). [From DC Comics: Earth-One? Earth-Two? Infinite Earths? Where did it all start? The path for the universe-altering Crisis began in the fondly remembered Silver Age tales contained within the CRISIS ON MULTIPLE EARTHS—a new 208-page trade paperback collecting the highly requested early JLA/JSA team-ups! This volume is a perfect companion piece to the CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS and HISTORY OF THE DC UNIVERSE trade paperbacks. Featuring the talents of writer Gardner Fox, penciller Mike Sekowsky, and inkers Bernard Sachs & Sid Greene—all guided by the vision of legendary editor Julius Schwartz—this volume also contains an all-new cover by award-winning painter Alex Ross! These incredible storytellers crossed over worlds to team up the Justice League of America (Earth-One) with their Golden Age predecessors, the Justice Society of America (Earth-Two)! Both teams combined forces to overcome world-shattering threats that would destroy their worlds! Now you can join DC’s greatest heroes in timeless adventures that changed the DC Universe for all time! This volume collects the first four 2-part “Crisis Crossover” adventures, reprinting JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA 21-22, 29-30, 37-38, and 46-47 (1963-1966). In their initial pairing, the JLA and JSA teamed up against such villains as Dr. Alchemy, Chronos, the Wizard, the Fiddler, Icicle, and Felix Faust. In the second story, we’re introduced to the Crime Syndicate of Earth Three (Johnny Quick, Super Woman, Ultraman, Power Ring, and Owlman) — evil counterparts to the JLA. Next up, Earth One’s evil Johnny Thunder takes control of the Earth-Two Thunderbolt and begins a chain reaction that could leave Earth-One without a Justice League! Finally, the last adventure introduces the Anti-Matter Man from the anti-matter universe, who sets Earths One and Two on a deadly collision course!] Old Book of the Week 3/30/05: [Perhaps this book can be credited/blamed for launching the tradition that grew, evolved, and metastasized into the Age of Apocalypse. It collects the first few annual JLA/JSA crossovers from the 1960s in the JLA comic book, and they’re much more user-friendly. True to the era, they don’t assume that you know much about the characters, and the stories are stand-alone (well, they’re all two-parters) and pretty inconsequential (it doesn’t take a thousand pages for these guys to save the world). OK, it’s pretty dated, but if you are in the mood for a little nostalgic 1960s fun, this is for you. And these stories are some of the first comics I remember reading, so I guess I have a vested interest!]
Zatanna's Search (51, Atom 19, Hawkman 4, Green Lantern 42, Detective Comics 335, 355; w Gardner Fox, Gerry Conway; a Gil Kane, Murphy Anderson, Mike Sekowsky, Carmine Infantino, Bob Kane, Romeo Tanghal). [From DC Comics: In this classic tale, the teenage mage seeks help from the heroes of the Justice League of America in rescuing her father — Golden Age great Zatara — from certain doom! This volume also includes a 10-page Zatanna origin story by Gerry Conway and Romeo Tanghal from DC BLUE RIBBON DIGEST 5 (1980).]
The JLA Hereby Elects... (4, 75, 105-106, 146, 161, 173-174; w Gardner Fox, Dnnis O'Neil, Len Wein; a Mike Sekowsky, Dick Dillin). [From DC Comics: Membership in the World's Mightiest Super-Team is earned in these classic stories as Green Arrow, Black Canary, Elongated Man, Red Tornado, Hawkgirl, Zatanna and Black Lightning prove they have what it takes to join the JLA!]
Crisis on Multiple Earths 2 (55-56, 64-65, 72-73, 83-84; w Gardner Fox, Dennis O'Neil; a Mike Sekowsky, Sid Greene, Dick Dillin, Joe Giella). [From DC Comics: Because you demanded it, we’re back with another batch of the historic meetings between the legendary Justice League of America and Justice Society of America, collected in CRISIS ON MULTIPLE EARTHS Volume 2! This trade paperback collects JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA 55-56, 64-65, 72-73, and 83-84, with the first two adventures written by Gardner Fox with art by Mike Sekowsky and Sid Greene, and the final two written by Denny O’Neil with art by Dick Dillin and Joe Giella. These stories feature the Earth-2 Robin, the deaths of Larry Lance and the Spectre, and the introduction of the Silver Age Red Tornado! All this, plus an introduction by Martin Pasko and a new cover painting by Jerry Ordway!]
Crisis on Multiple Earths 3 (91-92, 100-102, 107-108, 113; w Mike Friedrich and Len Wein; a Dick Dillin, Joe Giella and Dick Giordano). [From DC Comics: A new collection featuring the next round of JLA/JSA team-ups, with a cover by Alex Ross. This volume reprints Justice League of America 91-92, 100-102, 107-108, and 113; featuring the legendary search through time for the Seven Soldiers of Victory, the discovery of Earth-X and the Freedom Fighters, and the final fate of Sandman's partner Sandy. Plus, an introduction by Len Wein.]
Crisis on Multiple Earths 4 (JLA 122-124, 135-137, 147-148; w Elliot S. Maggin, E. Nelson Bridwell, Martin Pasko, Paul Levitz; a Dick Dillin). [From DC Comics: In this latest collection of team-ups, meet the heroes of Earth-S, led by the Earth's Mightiest Mortal, Captain Marvel, as well as the Legion of Super-Heroes!] 5/3/06
Justice League/Justice League International
Justice League: A New Beginning (Justice League/Justice League International 1-7; w Keith Giffen & J.M. DeMatteis; a Kevin Maguire, Al Gordon, Terry Austin). [From DC Comics: In 1987, a new generation of the World’s Greatest Super-Heroes took center stage. But they were the most unlikely grouping of heroes you’d ever expect! The classic comedy/action era of the Justice League returns in July with FORMERLY KNOWN AS JUSTICE LEAGUE, but the first adventures of this rag-tag group can be found in JUSTICE LEAGUE: A NEW BEGINNING. This incarnation of the League features Batman, Blue Beetle, Martian Manhunter, Guy Gardner, Black Canary, Mister Miracle, Dr. Fate, Booster Gold, Doctor Light, and the power of Shazam! Can this new Justice League work as a functioning unit to stop terrorists at the U.N., a brigade of Rocket Reds, the Royal Flush Gang, the mysterious Gray Man, and other threats—or will they succumb to in-fighting and bad jokes? Rediscover the book that redefined the term “super-hero team!”] Old Book of the Week 4/29/06: Back in the 80s, Giffen & DeMatteis invented what would become Bwa-Ha-Ha with this Justice League spin-off. All the elements are here: Second- and third-tier characters, with their personalities ramped up almost but not quite to the point of parody; endless bickering; villains who are almost aware of how lame they are; more bickering; and the legendary fight between Batman and Guy Gardner. Such that it is. The humor and satire are more subtle than in later Bwa-Ha-Ha comics, but they're certainly there. Again, if you have a deep respect for the concept of the JLA, this might not be your cup of tea. Otherwise, prepare to laugh at Giffen and DeMatteis's unique blend of standard super-hero elements with comedy.
Justice League International: The Secret Gospel of Maxwell Lord (JLI 8-12).
Volume 2
Grant Morrison
1 New World Order (1-4; w Grant Morrison; a Howard Porter). [From DC Comics: In this trade paperback, the world's most classic heroes reunite to stop the world's newest champions. Posing as a new group of super-heroes, the Hyperclan have descended upon Earth, convincing everyone that they are a benevolent force. But as their true nature and plans come to light, only the World's Greatest Heroes can stop them. Standing side by side, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, the Flash, Green Lantern, and the Martian Manhunter take on the alien posers and come to realize that Earth needs a protectorate made up of only the most mighty of icons.] Old Book of the Week 10/12/05: Another Morrison take on the super-hero group, only this time he went classic, reconstituting the old-time group and telling stories that, while deeper than usual, had very little of the trademark Morrison weirdness. What it did have is probably the best JLA since the Silver Age. Morrison's run currently stands as the definitive JLA, and New World Order is where the modern era begins.
2 American Dreams (5-9; w Grant Morrison; a Howard Porter). [From DC Comics: The World's Greatest Heroes have reformed the Justice League of America to act as Earth's protector against all threats. But as Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Batman, the Flash, Green Lantern, and the Martian Manhunter are joined by a Superman demonstrating new and different energy-based powers, they find themselves facing off against deadly old enemies like the Key and getting caught in the middle of a war between Heaven and Hell. Featuring appearances by Supergirl and the new Green Arrow, this trade paperback also includes the first appearance of rogue angel and future JLA member, Zauriel. ]
3 Rock of Ages (10-15; w Grant Morrison; a Howard Porter). [From DC Comics: It's cosmic adventure on a grand scale as the Justice League faces off against Lex Luthor's newly assembled Injustice Gang while the fate of the Earth itself hangs in the balance. To make matters worse the Justice League is informed that Luthor's ultimate weapon, a mystic stone of incalculable power, must not be destroyed. And that's just the beginning! Later in the far flung heroes of the 853rd century and the machiavellian manipulations of the vile god Darksied and the result is, quite literally, a race through time to put a stop to an evil that threatens all of existence!]
4 Strength in Numbers (16-23; Prometheus (Villains) 1; JLA Secret Files 2; w Grant Morrison, Mark Waid; a Howard Porter et al.). [Main story only from JLA Secret Files 2. From DC Comics: With Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Martian Manhunter, and Aquaman as members, the JLA was made up of the greatest heroes in the universe. But as old foes create unholy alliances and new enemies attack out of nowhere, Batman realizes that the team must increase its numbers. Joined by such new allies as Plastic Man, Steel, Zauriel, the Huntress, and Oracle, a truly almighty team comprised of super heroes, aliens, gods, and monarchs prepare for battle against any and all threats.]
5 Justice for All (24-33; w Grant Morrison; a Howard Porter et al.). [From DC Comics: Ultra-Marines, otherdimensional imps and defending "No Man's Land" are just part of the adventures the World's Greatest Super- Heroes face in JLA: JUSTICE FOR ALL, the latest trade paperback to reprint the adventures of the JLA. Featuring a new cover by Howard Porter and John Dell, JUSTICE FOR ALL reprints JLA 24-33, pivotal issues that include the first-ever JLA/JSA team-up between the League's current lineup and the original JSA! In stories written by Grant Morrison with art by Porter and Dell, the League battles the elite squad of government super-beings called the Ultra-Marines in a story that introduced the indestructible General, now a member of the Injustice Gang. Then, a prelude (written by Mark Millar) shows the JLA gathering allies for a coming battle, the Morrison-written "Crisis Times Five." In that epic struggle, the League and members of the original Justice Society are swept up in a dimension- spanning conflict involving Johnny Thunder's "genie," Thunderbolt. Rounding out the collection are two stories written by THE KINGDOM's Mark Waid (one co- written with THE TITANS' Devin Grayson), with art by Mark Pajarillo, Walden Wong and Marlo Alquiza, explaining the unguessed-at role the JLA plays in protecting the former Gotham City from forces hoping to prey on "No Man's Land."]
6 World War III (34-43; w Grant Morrison, Mark Waid; a Howard Porter et al.). [From DC Comics: When Grant Morrison came aboard as the new writer of JLA during that title's relaunch in 1996, he—along with the help of artists Howard Porter and John Dell—revolutionized the title from the ground up, turning it into the best-seller it is today. In every new storyline he upped the ante, giving us bigger, more action-packed epics to thrill readers. With "World War III," Morrison's triumphant final arc, the universe itself is in jeopardy as the doomsday weapon of the Old Gods, Mageddon, races toward Earth - becoming the ultimate threat to all of existence! Now the mind-blowing storyline is collected in the new JLA: WORLD WAR III trade paperback, written by Morrison with art by Porter and Dell. The trade, which contains JLA 34-41, also includes the DAY OF JUDGMENT crossover issue featuring Hal Jordan, the new Spectre, written by J.M. DeMatteis (ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN, WONDER WOMAN) with art by Mark Pajarillo & Walden Wong (JLA/WITCHBLADE). If the threat of Mageddon weren't enough, the World's Greatest Super-Heroes must struggle for their very lives against a more immediate threat—a new, deadlier Injustice Gang! Lex Luthor assembles the one man who almost brought down the JLA single-handedly—Prometheus—as well as the General (in the former Shaggy Man's body), and a new Queen Bee! In the end, the JLA won't survive WORLD WAR III without a few sacrifices.]
Mark Waid
7 Tower of Babel (42-46; other misc. stories; w Mark Waid et al; a Howard Porter, Steve Scott, et al). [From DC Comics: Batman's greatest rival, Ra's al Ghul continues his quest to save Earth from humanity by thinning the ranks of the human populace. But after being thwarted over and over again, Ra's seeks to distract Batman by stealing the bodies of his dead parents while he enacts his nefarious plot. And to insure that Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, the Flash and the rest of the JLA do not interfere with his plans, he individually defeats each of the heroes using strategies developed by Batman himself! And when the League learn of his betrayal, they look to expel the Dark Knight from their ranks.]
8 Divided We Fall (47-54; w Mark Waid; a Bryan Hitch & Paul Neary, et al.). [From DC Comics: Batman's betrayal and expulsion from the JLA has left the World's Greatest Super-Team in a most volatile state. As the magnitude of Batman's disloyalty towards the JLA sinks in, a spike of distrust and uncertainty is driven between our heroes in JLA: DIVIDED WE FALL—a 208-page trade paperback written by Mark Waid (KINGDOM COME, Crux). DIVIDED WE FALL reprints JLA 47-54, and features breathtaking art by Bryan Hitch & Paul Neary, with additional art by J.H. Williams III, Javier Saltares, Phil Jimenez, Ty Templeton, Doug Mahnke, Mark Pajarillo, Mike S. Miller, and more! Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, the Flash, Aquaman, Martian Manhunter, and Plastic Man find themselves facing the twisted fairy-tale nightmare of the Queen of Fables, and a world-altering encounter with Dr. Destiny, in a manner they never before had to: questioning the trustworthiness of their comrades! With the League desperately trying to pick up the shattered remnants of its loyalty, an escaped alien "sentergy" called ID invades Earth. Created by a 6th-dimensional race known as the Cathexis, ID is an entity engineered to transform desire into reality. Can the JLA eradicate the threat of ID before it tears the Earth apart?]
9 Terror Incognita (55-60; w Mark Waid, Chuck Dixon, Scott Beatty; a Bryan Hitch & Paul Neary, et al.). [From DC Comics: They’re baaaaaaaaack! In a new collection featuring the World’s Greatest Heroes, some of the JLA’s deadliest foes return. During the team’s battle with the alien sentergy known as ID (reprinted in JLA: DIVIDED WE FALL), the horrifying White Martians were set loose! JLA: TERROR INCOGNITA is a 144-page trade paperback featuring the epic storyline written by Mark Waid, with art by Bryan Hitch & Paul Neary (who provide the cover) and Mike S. Miller & Dave Meikis. After years of psychic imprisonment the White Martians have returned to wreak vengeance on their captors—the JLA—with a plan to systematically destroy each of our heroes and disable the Earth’s ability to create their one weakness: fire! Can even the combined might of the JLA triumph over an army of invisible, super-strong telepaths bent on galactic conquest? Reprinting JLA 55-60, TERROR INCOGNITA also collects THE JOKER: LAST LAUGH crossover issue (written by Chuck Dixon & Scott Beatty with art by Darryl Banks & Wayne Faucher) that featured a “Jokerized” version of Doctor Polaris wreaking havoc on Earth’s magnetic poles. Plus, a classic Christmas tale titled “'Twas the Fight Before Christmas” (written by Waid with art by Cliff Rathburn & Neary), in which our heroes learn a most important holiday lesson during a fight with the demon Neron.]
Joe Kelly
10 Golden Perfect (61-65; w Joe Kelly; a Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen). [From DC Comics: The current creative team of the hit JLA series—writer Joe Kelly and artists Doug Mahnke and Tom Nguyen—won raves for its recent “The Obsidian Age: The Hunt for Aquaman” storyline. Now you can own their first foray into the adventures of the World’s Greatest Super-Heroes with JLA: THE GOLDEN PERFECT—a 128-page trade paperback collecting JLA 61-65. The centerpiece of this volume is the 3-Part “The Golden Perfect.” When a mission to a foreign land personally affects Wonder Woman, her actions threaten to unravel all of reality. Plus, in "Two Minute Warning," discover what the JLA is doing two minutes before handling a threat from Abra Kadabra. And the acclaimed Batman/Plastic Man team-up story, “Bouncing Baby Boy,” offers the most bizarre pairing in the DC Universe yet…with very personal consequences for everyone’s favorite pliable hero.]
11 Obsidian Age 1 (66-71; w Joe Kelly; a Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, et al.). [From DC Comics: Superman, alone among the JLA, believed Aquaman didn’t die during the alien invasion of Earth in OUR WORLDS AT WAR. His faith is rewarded with evidence that Aquaman was instead hurled 3,000 years back in time. Now the JLA must stage a daring rescue mission—despite Green Lantern’s premonitions that this mission will cause his own death! JLA: THE OBSIDIAN AGE BOOK ONE is a 160-page trade paperback collecting the first half of the epic "Obsidian Age: The Hunt for Aquaman" saga from JLA 66-71, written by Joe Kelly (ACTION COMICS), with art by Doug Mahnke (SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL) & Tom Nguyen and Yvel Guichet (AQUAMAN) & Mark Propst. BOOK ONE, featuring a new cover by Mahnke as well as bonus sketch pages with comments from Kelly, introduces the enigmatic Manitou Raven and the threat of the Ancients, and also features a new cover by Mahnke and a sketchbook section showing how Kelly and Mahnke designed the Ancients. BOOK TWO will be solicited for August release. When the JLA travels back in time, they discover a civilization that the fabled ATLANTIS CHRONICLES never mentioned. Thousands of Atlanteans are enslaved by a group known as the Ancients, and finding Aquaman means stopping the Ancients and freeing their captives. Meanwhile, with the JLA gone, Batman’s emergency plan is put into effect, and a new JLA is assembled, composed of Nightwing, Green Arrow, the Atom, Hawkgirl, Firestorm, and more! This new group must come together in time to protect the Earth from whatever is draining the planet of its precious water.]
12 Obsidian Age 2 (72-76; w Joe Kelly; a Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, et al.). [From DC Comics: Aquaman has been found…but now he and the Atlanteans must be rescued! Is the JLA up to the task? You better believe it! Concluding the landmark saga, JLA: THE OBSIDIAN AGE BOOK TWO collects JLA 72-76, written by Joe Kelly with art by Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen, Yvel Guichet & Mark Propst, Lewis LaRosa & Al Milgrom, Dietrich Smith, Darryl Banks, Sean Parsons and Wayne Faucher. Plus, this trade paperback features a new cover by Mahnke and an afterword by Kelly. The JLAers fight back from death to stop the Ancients from rewriting history as an eons-old creature born from the depths of Atlantis continues to leech the Earth of its water! And in the present, the replacement JLA must also stop the Ancients while learning how to function as a team.]
13 Rules of Engagement (77-82; w Joe Kelly, Rick Veitch; a Darryl Banks, Wayne Faucher, Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, Duncan Rouleau and Aaron Sowd). [From DC Comics: In RULES OF ENGAGEMENT, the World’s Greatest Super-Heroes must confront Mnemon's attack on the solar system, followed by a visit to an alien world as the team tries its hand at being proactive. But the resulting conflict within the team and on the world of Kylaq heightens tensions between the heroes! The collection’s final story featured is the 3-part "White Rage," in which a commune of metahumans comes under attack and the JLA is all that stands between them and the U.S. Army.]
14 Trial by Fire (84-89; w Joe Kelly; a Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen). [From DC Comics: A creature of unimaginable power and anger has arrived on Earth, decimating the ranks of the JLA. The surviving members unravel its secret and fight to prevent it from unleashing World War III. Batman finally determines that a former member is the key to salvation, but Plastic Man has no memory of his super-heroic life. A champion is forced to make a choice that affects the fate of the world. Set against this backdrop is the private struggle the Martian Manhunter endures in an effort to conquer his fear of fire. What he didn't expect was to fall in love with his teacher, the villainous Scorch.]
No regular writer
15 The 10th Circle (94-99; w Chris Claremont, John Byrne; a John Byrne & Jerry Ordway). [From DC Comics: The JLA investigates a rash of child disappearances… but soon begin to disappear themselves! Before long, Superman is brainwashed and in the hands of a fanatic cult that worships an ancient, vampiric evil. And who are the mysterious powerful beings that have been shadowing the JLA - friend, foe or something entirely different?]
Justice League Elite 1 (100). [For full contents, see under Misc. below.]
16 Pain of the Gods (101-106; w Chuck Austen; a Ron Garney). [From DC Comics: What happens when a hero fails? The members of the JLA are forced to face times when they were unable to save an innocent or prevent disaster. Can the JLA members help each other process the pain and go on?]
17 Syndicate Rules (107-114, JLA Secret Files 2004; w Kurt Busiek; a Ron Garney). [From DC Comics:Seeking revenge against their positive matter universe counterparts - the fabled JLA - the Crime Syndicate of Amerika breaches the barrier between universes and brings chaos to Earth! ]
18 Crisis of Conscience (115-119; w Geoff Johns & Allan Heinberg; a Chris Batista & Mark Farmer). [From DC Comics: In the wake of Identity Crisis, the JLA decides the time has come to tell Batman that they stole part of his memory. But, the League is attacked by the Secret Society of Super-Villains -- out for vengeance now that their own memories are restored. As the JLA battles, the Martian Manhunter confronts Despero == the alien conqueror and the one behind the villains' memory-restoration. By the time the dust settles, the JLA may have won the battle but lost the war.]
19 World Without a Justice League (120-125; w Bob Harras; a Tom Derenick & Dan Green). [From DC Comics: Batman dissolved the JLA in the wake of the revelation that some members had resorted to tampering with the minds of not only their villainous opponents but even the Dark Knight himself. But that doesn't change the need for heroes…and an obsessed Green Arrow desperately attempts to hold the beleaguered team together as innocent people begin dying. And all clues lead to an old JLA foe, one dangerous enough to take them down…one by one. When the adventure ends, the JLA may never unite again!]
Volume 3 (2006)
1 The Tornado's Path (1-7; w Brad Meltzer; a Ed Benes & Sandra Hope). [From DC Comics: New York Times best-selling author Brad Meltzer (IDENTITY CRISIS, The Book of Fate) redefines the World's Greatest Super Team for a new generation in this hardcover collecting the first six issues of the all-new JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA series, featuring art by Ed Benes & Sandra Hope! Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman decide to re-form the Justice League and must choose the new roster of members. A new villain appears during their selection process, and he's just one of the many sinister forces gathering to bring an end to the league.]
2 The Lightning Saga (0, 8-12, JSA 5-6; w Brad Meltzer, Geoff Johns; a Ed Benes, Shane Davis, Dale Eaglasham, Jim Lee, Adam Kubert, George Pérez, et al. ). [From DC Comics: Two of DC's most prominent super-teams join forces in this stunning hardcover volume! In the wake of "The Tornado's Path," the JLA has discovered the existence of several members of the Legion of Super-Heroes in the present. With the help of the JSA, Superman and his team must track down all seven Legionnaires to discover why these heroes of the future have traveled back in time!] 2/13/08
JLA Classified
Ultramarine Corps (1-3 + JLA/Wildcats 1-shot; w Grant Morrison; a Ed McGuinness, Val Semeiks). [From DC Comics: The International Ultramarine Corps, a super-team from around the globe, is attacked by the hyperintelligent, evil Gorilla Grodd and his guerilla gorilla militia. Plus, the JLA meets the WildCats to take on the threat of the Lord of Time!]
I Can't Believe It's Not the Justice League (4-9; w Keith Giffen & J.M. DeMatteis, a Kevin Maguire & Josef Rubinstein). [From DC Comics: A new trade paperback collecting the critically acclaimed follow-up to Formerly Known As The Justice League! The Super Buddies open for business, but things hit a sour note when former foe Blackguard and his partner Guy Gardner open a sports bar next door to their new "headquarters" in the strip mall downtown.]
New Maps of Hell (10-15; w Warren Ellis; a Butch Guice). [From DC Comics: The various members of the JLA are drawn into a deadly web of illusions, each visiting a very personal vision of Hell. Manipulating them is a mysterious being known only as Z, and if he succeeds, the World's Greatest Super-Heroes are doomed!]
Hypothetical Woman (16-21; w Gail Simone; a José Luís García-López, Sean Phillips, Klaus Janson). [From DC Comics: Who - or what - is the Hypothetical Woman that enables the dictatorial General Tuzik to create his own twisted League Against Justice?] 1/23/08
Kid Amazo (37-41; w Peter Milligan; a Carlos D'Anda). [From DC Comics: Professor Ivo and Amazo have hatched an unusual experiment that just might mean the downfall of the Justice League - but could their experiment turn on them? Meet the robot Amazo's only child: Kid Amazo!]
Misc.
Another Nail (3-issue Elseworlds mini; w & a Alan Davis). [From DC Comics: A new trade paperback collecting the 3-issue miniseries JLA: ANOTHER NAIL, written by fan-favorite Alan Davis with art by Davis & Mark Farmer! This gorgeously rendered collection picks up where their critically acclaimed miniseries THE NAIL left off — and this time, the action goes far beyond the confines of Earth! In the outer reaches of space, a cosmic war between the New Gods has set events in motion that may change Earth and the entire universe forever. Can the JLA come to terms with their newest recruit — Superman — as a sprawling adventure unfolds? This time, the battle takes them to other worlds, other dimensions, other eras, and even the mystical realms that lead to Hell itself. Don’t miss this tale of cosmic powers, human redemption, gods, monsters, and of course, heroes and villains, by two of the top creators in comics!]
Earth 2 (OGN; w Grant Morrison; a Frank Quitely). [From DC Comics: The JLA faces its evil counterparts from a parallel world in the first-ever original JLA hardcover. They are Earth's most powerful super-team - infallible, undefeatable, unstoppable! They are... the Crime Syndicate of Amerika! The mightiest super-villains ever assembled—Ultraman, Owlman, Superwoman, Power Ring, and Johnny Quick—the CSA wages a never-ending battle for deceit, injustice, and the preservation of the near-total evil of their world. But when their arch-enemy, the infamously good-hearted Alexander Luthor, discovers a parallel world he dubs "Earth 2," it begins an adventure of staggering, unpredictable proportions in JLA: EARTH 2, the first-ever original JLA hardcover graphic novel! Pitting the World's Greatest Super-Heroes against their dark opposites, JLA: EARTH 2 is a powerful tale of good versus evil, told by two master storytellers producing the best work of their careers. Updating one of JLA's Grant Morrison's favorite Silver Age stories—"Crisis on Earth-Three" (from JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA 29-30) for today's continuity, JLA: EARTH II is written by Morrison (BATMAN: ARKHAM ASYLUM, DC ONE MILLION), with art and dustjacket illustration (featuring a matte-gloss enhancement) by the incomparable Frank Quitely (THE KINGDOM: OFFSPRING, BATMAN: THE SCOTTISH CONNECTION). In JLA: EARTH 2, the League must confront its evil mirror-image from an anti-matter universe; a cruel world where James Gordon is the criminal boss of Gotham City, where Benedict Arnold's face adorns the dollar bill and where the brilliant Luthor is the only hero left. The battle-scarred Luthor crosses the dimensional barrier to seek the Justice League's help in fighting the Crime Syndicate, sparking a battle that will long be remembered as the JLA's finest hour.] Old Book of the Week 6/2/05: [An early Morrison/Quitely collaboration, this OGN takes the concept of the JLA/JSA team-up, blends in the spirit of the Avengers/Squadron Supreme battles, and throws in a healthy dash of the same zeitgeist that brought us The Authority. The result is a wonderful tale of the JLA facing their own dark side in an alternate world where they became super-criminals. And while the Quitely art is less polished than more recent works, it has an energy and a penchant for stunning vistas that more than hints at the Quitely to come—this is not an artist who took years to develop his own unique voice.]
Formerly Known as the Justice League (6-issue mini; w Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis; a Kevin Maguire & Joe Rubinstein). [From DC Comics: Unscrupulous businessman Maxwell Lord never misses the chance to cash in on a scheme, no matter how harebrained. And his latest plan is his wackiest yet: reuniting the classic 1980s Justice League! Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, Fire, Elongated Man, Captain Atom and Mary Marvel make up the team that Maxwell Lord has set up in a suburban strip mall…but trouble soon arises, both from angry locals as well as the deadly Roulette! And don’t forget (how could we?) galactic conqueror (and interstellar headcase) Manga Khan!]
Heaven's Ladder (Tabloid-sized one-shot; w Mark Waid; a Bryan Hitch). [From DC Comics: When the Earth is suddenly stolen from its orbit and transported into a massive alien craft, the Justice League quickly begins an investigation to discover the identity of the culprit and his scheme. Earth's greatest heroes quickly learn that an eons-old race of scientists on the verge of extinction have acquired a plethora of planets in the hopes of creating a world for them to exist in once they have died. Realizing that these aliens consider the planets that they are manipulating as insignificant, Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Flash, and the Atom must find a way to save the many different worlds while aiding the godlike race in their quest for an afterlife.]
The Island of Dr. Moreau (Elseworlds one-shot; w Roy Thomas; a Steve Pugh). [From DC Comics: In the year 1887, the British ship Lady Vain is lost at sea, and the only survivor — a young man called Mr. Carr — finds himself shipwrecked and stranded on a strange island. But this island is home to a bizarre corps of super-human creatures…creatures that bear a remarkable resemblance to some familiar heroes. JLA: THE ISLAND OF DR. MOREAU is a 64-page Prestige Format Elseworlds one-shot by legendary comics writer Roy Thomas (ALL-STAR SQUADRON, The Uncanny X-Men) and artist Steve Pugh (Generation X, ANIMAL MAN), that mixes elements of the classic novel by H.G. Wells with the mythos of the DC Universe. On this island, the deranged scientist Dr. Moreau has created super-human creatures utilizing amalgams of wild animals! A human-like cheetah/gazelle hybrid has become the Fastest Creature Alive. A killer whale crossed with a sea-crocodile bears a resemblance to the King of the Seven Seas. And so on… Desperate to prove the validity of his research, Moreau brings his menágerie back to civilization. His goal: to use his creations to hunt down and catch the master criminal of the moment, Jack the Ripper, and bring him to justice!]
JLA/Avengers: Collector's Edition (DC/Marvel; 4-issue mini; w Kurt Busiek; a George Pérez). [From DC Comics: The landmark crossover event of the decade is collected in a spectacular 2-volume slipcased hardcover set! The first volume presents the 224-page, 4-issue miniseries, including introductions by Stan Lee and Julius Schwartz and a key to the characters featured on the cover. The 64-page Compendium contains the original 21 pages of pencils from the previously unpublished 1980s crossover, an article on the original crossover by K.C. Carlson, the actual miniseries proposal and plot development, a Pérez portfolio of art done to commemorate the project, annotated notes from Kurt Busiek to the characters, and more.]
JLA/Haven: The Arrival (One-shot; w Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus & Matthew P. Schuster; a Ariel Olivetti). [From DC Comics: When a city from space crash-lands in California — skidding across hundreds of miles of cities and towns — only the World's Greatest Super-Heroes can hope to contain the massive damage. But when that city proves to be populated mostly with super-beings from another world, even the Justice League of America may not be enough to stem the disaster in JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL—a Prestige Format one-shot presenting an event that drastically alters the landscape of not just California, but the DC Universe itself. Written by comics newcomers Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus & Matthew P. Schuster and showcasing vivid, career-high-point art and covers by Ariel Olivetti (X-Man), JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL introduces the inhabitants of Haven, whose escape from an otherworldly tyrant has brought them to an even greater calamity. Colliding with the Earth, hundreds of thousands of "Havenites" have already died, despite the efforts of their city's greatest champions—the super-heroic Alliance. As the Alliance struggles in rescue efforts while bridging cultural and lingual gaps with the JLA, the city of Haven may survive to find a new—and surprising—place in post-war United States of America. But how will the Luthor Administration respond to this unexpected arrival? And can anyone—Luthor, the JLA, the Alliance, or even the villains and traitors within Haven's midst—predict what will happen when the being who drove Haven away follows her prey to Earth? JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL introduces scores of bizarre and intriguing new alien characters, and sets the stage for the upcoming HAVEN: THE BROKEN CITY maxiseries (solicited next month). Both thrilling and emotionally involving, the story of the Havenites begins here, as the JLA attempts to save those in the path of the city's progress from being destroyed, while at the same time helping them find a safe place on a strange new world.]
JLA/Haven: Anathema (One-shot; w Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus & Matthew P. Schuster; a Ariel Olivetti). [From DC Comics: Since the alien city called Haven collided with the Earth, the Havenites have struck an uneasy peace with the people of the United States. Now the people of Haven are asking America to leave the city alone, as the heroes of the Alliance prepare for an invasion by the woman who doomed them to their current plight: the monster known as Anathema. But Anathema’s assault has many levels, as enemies within both Haven and the U.S. Army betray the best interests of Havenite and American alike, leaving the city only one hope—the heroes of the Justice League of America. It’s all in the JLA/HAVEN: ANATHEMA one-shot. Created by the HAVEN: THE BROKEN CITY team of cowriters Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus & Matthew P. Schuster and artist/cover painter Ariel Olivetti, ANATHEMA is the Prestige Format bookend to the maxiseries event that began in last year’s JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL. As months of Anathema’s cunning plans come to fruition, Valadin and the Alliance seem caught unawares by the depths of her treachery. Faced with an army of super-powered soldiers, betrayed by their closest allies, the Alliance and the JLA must band together to stand against the full fury of Anathema. But how will the battle to come shape Haven’s ultimate destiny?]
JLA/JSA: Virtue and Vice (OGN; w David Goyer & Geoff Johns; a Carlos Pacheco & Jesús Meriño). [From DC Comics: The talents of acclaimed writers David S. Goyer (JSA) & Geoff Johns (JSA, THE FLASH, Avengers) combine with the powerhouse art team of Carlos Pacheco & Jesús Meriño (Avengers Forever, Fantastic Four) for a tale with real, dramatic impact on two popular super teams. Villains from the rich histories of both groups hatch an insidious scheme that lays waste the heroes and the world they defend. But of course, these are no ordinary heroes... What starts as a friendly get-together between the JLA and JSA degenerates into a destructive mélée…and from the ashes rises a villainous uber-team made up of select members from each group. What made these heroes of virtue turn into agents of vice? And who can stop them once they really get mad? It’s up to the remaining members of both teams to save the day…if they can!]
JLA One Million (DC One Million 1-4, Green Lantern 1000000, Starman 1000000, JLA 1000000, Resurrection Man 1000000, Superman: Man of Tomorrow 1000000; w Grant Morrison, James Robinson, Andy Lanning, Chuck Dixon, Ron Marz, Dan Abnett, Mark Schultz; a Paul Neary, Georges Jeanty, Wade von Grawbadger, Bryan Hitch, Peter Snejbjerg, Greg Land, Drew Geraci, Val Semeiks, Howard Porter, John Dell, Prentis Rollins, Butch Guice, Dennis Janke). [From DC Comics: The 853rd century is now. On the eve of the festival celebrating the return of the original Superman from his long exile in the heart of the sun, the members of Justice Legion A - the mightiest heroes of the year 85,271 - come back in time to invite the greatest heroes of the 20th century - the Justice League of America - to travel to the future and take part in the celebration. But both teams fall victim to a plot millennia in the making. Stranded in the far future, the JLA are hunted as dangerous renegades. Meanwhile, their counterparts in Justice Legion A must find a cure for a deadly virus they have unwittingly brought into their past - our present - and deal with a traitor in their midst. Conceived by Grant Morrison (acclaimed writer of JLA and The Invisibles) and executed by some of the finest teams of writers and artists, DC One Million features a unique vision of the future DC Universe in one of the most ambitious crossover events in modern comics.] Previously released as DC One Million.
JLA: Secret Origins (Tabloid-sized one-shot; w Paul Dini; a Alex Ross). [From DC Comics: They are the multiple award-winning creators behind SUPERMAN: PEACE ON EARTH, BATMAN: WAR ON CRIME, SHAZAM!: POWER OF HOPE, and WONDER WOMAN: SPIRIT OF TRUTH. Next year, writer Paul Dini and painter Alex Ross will unite once again for JLA: LIBERTY AND JUSTICE. But first, they present a special prelude: JLA: SECRET ORIGINS—a 48-page oversized (10” x 13 1/2”) one-shot featuring all your favorite heroes together! SECRET ORIGINS features an all-star lineup of DC’s greatest icons: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, the Flash, Aquaman, Martian Manhunter, Green Arrow, the Atom, Hawkman & Hawkgirl, Plastic Man, and Captain Marvel! It contains a rare, behind-the-scenes look at the members of the Justice League and how they became the heroes they are today, as interpreted by Ross and Dini. This graphic volume reprints the double-page origins of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and Captain Marvel (a popular feature from their previous collaborations), and includes eight all-new origin spreads, plus an original 5-page framing sequence focusing on the team’s commitment to helping humankind through all forms of adversity. Plus: exclusive interviews with the creators, reprintings of classic Alex Ross artwork, as well as preview art and sketches for the upcoming JLA: LIBERTY AND JUSTICE—all in an oversized format that’s a feast for the eyes!]
JLA/Titans: The Technis Imperative (Mini + Titans Secret Files 1; w Devin Grayson, Phil Jimenez; a Phil Jimenez, Paul Pelletier, Andy Lanning, Dexter Vines). [From DC Comics: The story that pitted the JLA against an army of Titans is collected in an exciting trade paperback! Featuring a new cover by Phil Jimenez, THE TECHNIS IMPERATIVE reprints the popular JLA/THE TITANS miniseries as well as the lead story from THE TITANS Secret Files 1. When a mysterious alien being menaces the Earth, the JLA's defensive efforts are hindered as heroes around the world—all of them former members of the Teen Titans—vanish without a trace! Once the missing heroes' whereabouts are discovered, the two teams race to battle the enigmatic entity, but the groups' very different approaches to the situation result in the ultimate battle: the JLA versus the Titans!]
JLA/WildCATS (DC Comics; one-shot; w Grant Morrison; a Val Semeiks). [From DC Comics: Epoch, the Lord of Time, with stolen 41st Century weapons and armor, leads the JLA on a chase across time and space, stranding them in Earth's past. The Leaguers attempt to fix their damaged time-cube in hopes of preventing the impending conquest of the Earth, but instead find themselves in the Wildstorm Universe, face-to-face with the WildCATs.] Also contained in JLA Classified: Ultramarine Corps above.
JLA: Year One (12-issue mini; w Mark Waid & Brian Augustyn; a Barry Kitson). [From DC Comics: The thrilling maxiseries that revealed how five inexperienced heroes founded the greatest super-team the world has ever known is collected in a mammoth trade paperback, featuring an all-new cover by Barry Kitson and an introduction by Kurt Busiek (The Avengers). JLA founders Flash Barry Allen, Green Lantern Hal Jordan, Black Canary, Martian Manhunter, and Aquaman are joined by Superman, Batman, the Doom Patrol, and an array of other heroes as they defeat some of the greatest menaces the world has ever known, establishing an incredible new standard for super-heroism.]
Justice 1 (Justice 1-4; w Jim Krueger & Alex Ross; a Doug Braithwaite & Alex Ross). [From DC Comics: The Justice League of America is reimagined by fan-favorite painter Alex Ross (JLA: LIBERTY & JUSTICE, KINGDOM COME) and writer Jim Krueger (Earth X, Universe X) with pencil art by Doug Braithwaite (Paradise X) painted by Ross in this fantastic new hardcover collecting the first four issues of the best-selling maxiseries! The members of the fabled Justice League of America are about to learn they aren't the only ones who can band together toward a common goal. The greatest criminal masterminds of our time appear to be acting in concert - but with a surprising plan that seeks to achieve more good than the JLA ever could! This first volume of three contains expanded character bios and sketches.]
Justice 2 (Justice 5-8; w Jim Krueger & Alex Ross; a Doug Braithwaite & Alex Ross). [From DC Comics: In this volume, a conspiracy of villains has found a way to use Superman's powers against him. He's beyond control and there's only one solution - which may kill him!]
Justice 3 (Justice 9-12; w Jim Krueger & Alex Ross; a Doug Braithwaite & Alex Ross). [From DC Comics: The Super-Villains' plot to exploit the innocent thickens as the heroes discover that it may even affect their comrades, colleagues and co-combatants! Guest-starring Black Adam, the Marvel Family, Doom Patrol, the Metal Men, the Titans, Supergirl and more!]

Justice League Adventures (Justice League Adventures 1, 3, 6, 10-13; w & a various). [From DC Comics: They are the World's Greatest Super-Heroes! From the smash-hit animated series Justice League on Cartoon Network comes the animated-style comic-book adventures of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash, Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter, and Hawkgirl! This volume collects seven of the most exciting stories from the first year of the comic. Reprinting JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #1, 3, 6, 10, 11, 12, and 13, these tantalizing tales feature the talents of writers Dan Slott, Ty Templeton, Fabian Nicieza, Josh Siegal, and Christopher Sequeira, and artists Min S. Ku, John Delaney, Chris Jones, and more! Thrill to the fast-paced adventures of these seven iconic heroes who form the most powerful super-team in the universe, protecting Earth from alien invasions, natural disasters and the most deadly super-villains of all time! This explosive volume showcases the Justice League in battle against such foes as Chronos, Mr. Freeze, Amazo, Metallo, Reverse Flash, Captain Cold, a new villain called Screamthief, a rogue band of super-beings from the planet Daxam, and much more!]

Justice League Adventures 1: The Magnificent Seven (Justice League Adventures 3, 6, 10-12; w & a various). [From DC Comics: The stars of the hit Cartoon Network series are spotlighted in DC's third set of digest-sized trade paperbacks! Volume I collects JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #3, 6, and 10-12, featuring the stories "The Star Lost," "Wolf's Clothing," "Must There Be a Martian Manhunter?," "The Moment," and "Cold War"!]

Justice League Elite 1 (1-4, Action Comics 775, JLA 100, story from JLA Secret Files 2004; w Joe Kelly; a Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen, John Byrne). [From DC Comics: An exciting saga dealing with a schism within the ranks of the JLA is presented in this new collection, featuring ACTION COMICS #775, JLA #100, JLA SECRET FILES 2004 (lead story), and JUSTICE LEAGUE ELITE #1-4! Several Leaguers go undercover to work with Vera Black and her super-powered team, the Elite.]
Justice League Elite 2 (5-12; w Joe Kelly; a Doug Mahnke, Tom Nguyen). [From DC Comics: In this volume collecting the final 8 issues of the hit miniseries, the JLA splinter team burrows deeper into the inner circle of an alien drug cartel?that is, until their cover is blown! Meanwhile, in the farthest reaches of the galaxy, a new villain has risen from the Source Wall. Her name is Eve, and the only thing she's looking to create is the destruction of the Elite . . . and the world!]
Kid Amazo (OGN; w Peter Milligan; a Rob Haynes). [From DC Comics: What if everything you thought you knew about yourself was a lie? What if instead of an ordinary student, you were the secret son of JLA super-villain Amazo? JLA: KID AMAZO is a stunning new 96-page hardcover graphic novel written by the super-hot Peter Milligan (HUMAN TARGET, X-Statix) and illustrated by cutting-edge artist Rob Haynes (Daredevil: Ninja, JLA-Z) answering these questions by shining a light on Pete Halloran, one of the JLA’s newest — and strangest — adversaries! When Pete discovers to his horror that he is really the “son” of the android Amazo — and hard-wired to fight his “father’s” sworn enemies, the JLA — his life is turned upside-down. At first, he resists his violent destiny. But will his bizarre cyborg nature win out over the stability of his everyday life? And what happens when the JLA must confront not just one but two adversaries who possess all their powers?] 5/5/04 Rumored to be repurposed as an arc of Justice League Classified series
A League of One (OGN; w & a Christopher Moeller). [From DC Comics: One of the grandest, most breathtaking adventures of the JLA unfolds in this 112-page graphic novel written and fully painted by the brilliantly gifted Christopher Moeller (LUCIFER covers). JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE is an epic in which the Justice League is divided against itself in a heartbreaking battle to the death. An ancient, evil dragon awakens from his subterranean slumber once again to menace a world that’s forgotten such monsters of flame and guile ever existed. But the new world of today has its own Round Table of protectors in the form of the JLA. When Wonder Woman goes to the infallible Amazon oracle and learns that the JLA is destined to die in battle against the dragon, she must make the most difficult decision of her life—embarking on a terrible, unwinnable quest to thwart fate, putting her at odds with those she loves most. In A LEAGUE OF ONE, Superman, Batman and the rest of the League learn that while some heroes may be Wonder Woman’s match, none surpass her. A LEAGUE OF ONE is a sumptuous visual feast, a rich tapestry of storytelling that is poetic in its soaring beauty.]
Liberty and Justice (tabloid-sized one-shot; w Paul Dini; a Alex Ross). [From DC Comics: Superman. Batman. Wonder Woman. Green Lantern. The Flash. Aquaman. Martian Manhunter. The classic JLA is back in a spectacular story by Emmy Award-winning writer Paul Dini and Eisner Award-winning painter Alex Ross! In the fully painted, oversized 96-page original graphic novel JLA: LIBERTY AND JUSTICE, the League confronts a threat from space — a very different menace from any the JLA has faced before. This new danger arrives on Earth in the form of an alien disease — a bacteria of a cellular composition unlike anything on Earth, deadly to all who come in contact with it. The space-borne virus spreads quickly, setting off a chain reaction of fear and panic throughout the world. Soon the JLA members themselves are under suspicion. Are they ultimately responsible for this alien danger? Before long, paranoia, distrust and an ensuing wave of hysteria threaten to rip the world apart at its seams! In their previous award-winning volumes, Dini and Ross rendered in-depth looks at each of the major heroes of the DC Universe. But JLA: LIBERTY AND JUSTICE is more than the story of one hero — it’s an expansive tale of DC’s most famous, colorful and iconic characters, utilizing a combination of word balloons and descriptive narrative. This powerful adventure showcases the greatest team in the history of comics: the Justice League of America!]
A Midsummer's Nightmare (3-issue mini; w Fabian Nicieza & Mark Waid; a Jeff Johnson & Darick Robertson).
The Nail (3-issue Elseworlds mini; w & a Alan Davis). [From DC Comics: The popular miniseries revealing the destiny of the World's Mightiest Super-Heroes in a world without a Superman is collected in an affordable trade paperback! Featuring a new wraparound cover by writer/penciller Alan Davis and inker Mark Farmer, as well as an afterword by Davis, this volume collects one of the most popular Elseworlds miniseries since KINGDOM COME.]
Riddle of the Beast (Elseworlds OGN; w Alan Grant; a Michael Wm. Kaluta et al.). [From DC Comics: In a universe of darkness, a world without a name struggles to heal itself after generations of war. And against murderous odds, a solitary boy must lay claim to his heritage, and topple walls of ignorance and fear in order to save his home. In the tradition of The Lord of the Rings, The Wheel of Time and The Chronicles of Amber comes JLA: RIDDLE OF THE BEAST—a 104-page Elseworlds softcover that has everything lovers of high fantasy look for. Written by Alan Grant and featuring characters and creatures designed by Michael Wm. Kaluta, the most distinctive aspect of this graphic novel is the variety of artistic visions employed. To best dramatize the multitude of settings and characters, each chapter of RIDDLE OF THE BEAST is rendered by one of comics’ top painters, including Carl Critchlow, Simon Davis, Glenn Fabry, Jon Foster, Rafael Garres, Doug Alexander Gregory, Alex Horley, Hermann Mejia, Jim Murray, Andrew Robinson, Liam McCormick-Sharp, Gregg Staples, Saverio Tenuta, John Watson, and Martin T. Williams. Taking full advantage of each artist's stylistic strengths, the cities and wilderness of the Nameless World are realized to their fullest. In a peaceful corner of a land plagued by hideous creatures and fractured by war, a young hero named Robin is sent on a lonely quest to unify the feuding lords of the sundered realms against the menace of the risen Beast. But as mighty as the armies of the Beast have become, it is ignorance and arrogance that are Robin's keenest enemies. Sword fights, sprawling battles, demonic uprisings, and creatures that beggar description all fill this high-fantasy Elseworlds epic—complete with colorful, fully rendered maps, a compelling world-history in true swords-and-sorcery tradition, and a gorgeous cover painting by Justin Sweet!]
Shogun of Steel (Elseworlds one-shot; w Ben Raab; a Justiniano). [From DC Comics: In another time and place—an Elseworld, if you will—a rocketship blasted off from an exploding planet Krypton and landed not in Smallville, Kansas, but rather war-torn, 14th-century feudal Japan. It was a time of great strife caused by a mysterious and oppressive dictator feared throughout the land of the rising sun: the indestructible "Shogun of Steel!" JLA: SHOGUN OF STEEL is a 64-page Prestige Format Elseworlds one-shot written by Ben Raab (LEGEND OF THE HAWKMAN) and featuring the stunning artistry of Justiniano (BEAST BOY). When the baby from Krypton grows into a man, Hoshi, he is convinced by a ragtag band of warriors—Elseworlds versions of the Flash, Hawkman, and Batgirl, among others—to join a rebellion against the oppressive and cunning "Shogun of Steel." Together with Hoshi, these warriors journey far to the Shogun's impregnable Fortress of Solitude, but what they face is far deadlier than any of them could have imagined—and the shock of the Shogun's connections to Hoshi's origins may be too great for Hoshi to bear. Raab and Justiniano pull out all the stops in this Elseworlds epic that offers a surprising twist to the familiar myths of the Man of Steel and the World's Greatest Heroes!]
Welcome to the Working Week (One-shot; w Patton Oswalt; a Patrick Gleason). [From DC Comics: Marlus Randone, along with the rest of the St. John's nieghborhood outside of Portland, Oregon, is transported onboard the JLA Watchtower to protect them from an alien threat. Once the threat is contained, the town is safely teleported back home - all except for Marcus. Notebook and disposable camera in hand, Marcus sets out to record and report whatever he can before he's caught. What follows is 188 hours of planetwide threats that seem to have no consequence, petty squabbles that could decide the fate of the free world, and a side of the Justice League rarely glimpsed by mere mortals. Gods taking a breather are still gods, and sometimes the future of mankind can be threatened by beings who play as hard as they work.]
World Without Grown-Ups (Mini + Young Justice: The Secret 1; w Todd Dezago; a Mike Mccone, Humberto Ramos, Todd Nauck, Mark Mckenna, Wayne Faucher, Paul Neary, Lary Stucker). [From DC Comics: An inexpensive trade paperback reprinting the sold-out miniseries that brought together the heroes who would form DC's newest super-team: Young Justice! The Earth is mysteriously split into two seemingly identical spheres, the only difference being that one is inhabited by the world's adults; the other, its children. Can the heroes of the JLA or the future members of Young Justice find the solution? And does Billy Batson hold the key in the utterance of a single word? Plus, this collection reprints YOUNG JUSTICE: THE SECRET 1, the one-shot that introduced the mysterious girl who joins YOUNG JUSTICE in YOUNG JUSTICE 4]