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DC Universe - December 2001


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December 5th
DOOM PATROL #3
Written by John Arcudi; art and cover by Tan Eng Huat

In stores December 5. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! The Doom Patrol is out of work…and it's only their third issue! But even being unemployed doesn't stop them from getting into trouble — or participating in the most peculiar fight scene in recent memory — with the villain known as GOMZ!
32 pages, $2.50

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GREEN LANTERN #145
Written by Judd Winick; art by Dale Eaglesham and Rodney Ramos; cover by Eaglesham

In stores December 5. [New Release Date: December 12] A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! It's the end of an era for Kyle Rayner, and the beginning of something far more dangerous than he's ever had to deal with. The Guardians of the Universe created the Green Lanterns to maintain order and peace, while their polar opposites, the Qwardians, believed only in bringing about disorder and chaos. Now their champions — Kyle and Nero — battle for control of the greatest source of power either of them has ever had access to. To the victor go the spoils, but the prize may prove too grand for either man to handle.
32 pages, $2.25

Look for the GREEN LANTERN ALAN SCOTT POWER BATTERY REPLICA, offered by DC Direct.

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THE SPECTRE #12
Written by J.M. DeMatteis; art and cover by Ryan Sook

In stores December 5. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! "The Spectre of Christmas." The Phantom Stranger! Santa! Charles Dickens! Guest stars don't get any bigger than this. Our own friendly ghost joins in the ultimate team-up, as Hal Jordan takes on an evil Scrooge hell-bent on the destruction of Christmas, and ultimately, the hopes and dreams of all humanity. The Spectre must face demonic gargoyles and a blood-thirsty Victorian mob in order to save the world from an encroaching storm of darkness and despair.
32 pages, $2.50

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WORLD'S FINEST ARCHIVES VOL. 2 HC
Written by Edmond Hamilton, Bill Finger and Dave Wood; art by Dick Sprang, Curt Swan, Stan Kaye, Ray Burnley, and Charles Paris; cover by Sprang
In stores December 5. Presented in Volume 2 are sixteen super team-ups from WORLD'S FINEST COMICS #86-101, including the 1958 classic "The Origin of the Superman/Batman Team." Other tales: Batman and Robin with super-powers and Superman with none; the mysterious Lightning-Man; Luthor teaming with the Joker to bedevil our heroes; Superman dumping his former partners to join up with the enigmatic Powerman; Robin becoming the boss of Superman and Batman; and much more! For more information, see the feature article.
216 pages, Hardcover, $49.95
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YOUNG JUSTICE #40
Written by Peter David; art and cover by Todd Nauck and Lary Stucker

In stores December 5. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue, with a look at Christmas Past with the team! Back when Arrowette was still a member, Wonder Girl wore a silly wig, and Impulse still ran, there was a time when Saint Nick was in trouble, and only Young Justice could save him!
32 pages, $2.50

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December 12th
DEADMAN #1
Written by Steve Vance; art and cover by Josep Maria Beroy

In stores December 12. Boston Brand stars in his own ongoing series! Deadman investigates the mysterious death in Cairo of a legless band leader — and the discovery that his body itself, being returned to the States for its final rest, holds a secret that threatens to unleash a new kind of horror on the Earth! For more information, see the feature article.
32 pages, $2.50

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IMPULSE #81
Written by Todd Dezago; art by Carlo Barberi and Juan Vlasco; cover by Barberi and Wayne Faucher

In stores December 12. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! Impulse meets the irrepressible and slightly cracked super-hero Captain Saturn…who thinks that Impulse is his long-lost sidekick!
32 pages, $2.50

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JUST IMAGINE STAN LEE WITH JERRY ORDWAY CREATING THE JLA
Written by Stan Lee; art and front cover by Jerry Ordway; back cover by Adam Hughes

In stores December 12. [New Release Date: December 19] The DC heroes re-imagined by Stan Lee join forces in an incredible adventure, illustrated by Jerry Ordway (THE POWER OF SHAZAM!). What threat could lead wildly different heroes Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, and the Flash to join together as a team? And which heroes will survive the battle with the mysterious Dominic Darrk? For more information, see the feature article.
48 pages, Prestige Format, $5.95

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JUSTICE LEAGUE ADVENTURES #2
Written by Paul Storrie; art by Craig Rousseau and Wayne Faucher; cover by John Delaney

In stores December 12. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! The comic based on the brand new Cartoon Network show continues as the Justice League must find a way to defeat a strange magical cult that is targeting the treasures of museums around the world. To succeed, the League needs the Martian Manhunter, but is he too torn by his feelings of alienation from his new teammates to help?
32 pages, $1.99

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SUICIDE SQUAD #4
Written by Keith Giffen; art by Paco Medina, Russ Heath and Joe Sanchez; cover by Medina and Sanchez

In stores December 12. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! In "Need to Know," classic Sgt. Rock artist Russ Heath illustrates a flashback sequence, returning to the character he helped make unforgettable, in this special tale that begins to answer the question of what Rock has been up to since 1945. When his government sends him up against his old enemy the Iron Major, Rock must get help from a most unlikely source: the Suicide Squad!
32 pages, $2.50

Look for the SGT. ROCK ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC, and the FIGHTING FORCES: SGT. ROCK ACTION FIGURE offered by DC Direct.

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December 19th
HAVEN: THE BROKEN CITY #1
Written by Ashley-Jayne Nicolaus and Matthew P. Schuster; art and cover by Ariel Olivetti

In stores December 19. The JLA guest-stars as the alien-born inhabitants of Haven struggle against the villains in their midst! In the aftermath of JLA/HAVEN: ARRIVAL (released in November), Haven's champions — beings with a diverse range of bizarre abilities — reveal the story of their city's strange exodus from its home world. But how will President Luthor welcome America's best-traveled immigrants? For more information, see the feature article.
32 pages, (1 of 9), $2.50

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JLA: GATEKEEPER #3
Written and illustrated by Tim Truman; painted cover by Truman

In stores December 19. [New Release Date: December 26] The story escalates in the dramatic conclusion to GATEKEEPER, as the JLA scours the underworld for five mystical artifacts in hope of preventing the demonic invasion of Earth. And they still must find a way back home.
48 pages, (3 of 3), Prestige Format, $4.95

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JSA #31
Written by Geoff Johns; art by Peter Snejbjerg; cover by Rags Morales

In stores December 19. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! In "Making Waves," a familiar face is found drowned in the middle of New York City, and the JSA discovers Batman lurking at the scene. The Justice Society want to get to the bottom of this mystery, but the World's Greatest Detective has plans that don't include the JSA. This story will mean the end of the membership for a veteran JSAer, as a former member returns!
32 pages, $2.50

Look for the JSA PVC SET #3, offered by DC Direct.

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ORION #21
Written by Walter Simonson; art by Simonson and Bob Wiacek; cover by Simonson

In stores December 19. Featuring a DC FULL COVERAGE! cover! Orion is held captive while his energy is being slowly leeched away by Arnicus Wolfram. Arnicus is one of the world's richest men — older than most mortals from living on borrowed life energy. In Orion, he's found a fountain of youth and plans to siphon from it forever!
32 pages, $2.50

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December 26th
THE FLASH #181
Written by Geoff Johns; art by Scott Kolins and Doug Hazlewood; cover by Brian Bolland

In stores December 26. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! The core of Iron Heights' power grid is energized by a former prisoner named Fallout. But Fallout has broken free of Keystone's horrifying penitentiary and wants to wreak havoc on the Flash's home city!
32 pages, $2.25

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GREEN ARROW #11
Written by Kevin Smith; art by Phil Hester and Ande Parks; painted cover by Matt Wagner

In stores December 26. [New Release Date: January 23] A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue, as a new story arc begins for Green Arrow! With issue #10's conclusion of the "Quiver" storyline, Oliver Queen's got a whole new world to rediscover, and he's more then ready to get started. The best-selling team of Kevin Smith, Phil Hester and Ande Parks sets the stage for Ollie's redefined presence in the DC Universe!
32 pages, $2.50

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JLA #61
Written by Joe Kelly and Kurt Busiek; art by Doug Mahnke, Tom Grummett Tom Nguyen, and Wade Von Grawbadger; cover by Mahnke and Nguyen

In stores December 26. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue, featuring a brand new creative team! Plus an extra 16-page preview of THE POWER COMPANY at no extra cost! The exciting team of Joe Kelly, Doug Mahnke & Tom Nguyen jump on board, as an emergency arises and the members of the JLA ready themselves for action, prepared to put their lives on the line for humanity. But how do they juggle their personal time with the demands of duty? Plus, Kurt Busiek, Tom Grummett & Wade Von Grawbadger debut DC's super-team THE POWER COMPANY! For more information, see the feature article.
48 pages, $2.25

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JLA: INCARNATIONS #7
Written by John Ostrander; art and cover by Val Semeiks and Prentis Rollins

In stores December 26. The current (and some would say greatest) incarnation of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes is the focus of our climactic issue! The newest League faces the JLA's oldest threat: the shape-changing Appelaxians, the very first foes the JLA ever faced! At the same time, the Earth is being overwhelmed with natural disasters as Gaea, the spirit of the earth, sick of being poisoned by humanity, declares war. Earthquakes, floods, tidal waves all threaten to scour humanity from the Earth. It's epic action as only the modern day JLA can bring you! Note: this item is resolicited. All previous orders have been cancelled.
48 pages, (7 of 7), $3.50

 
THE LEGION #3
Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning; art and cover by Olivier Coipel and Lanning

In stores December 26. A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! After being rescued by former colleagues from an ambush ordered by President McCauley, the Legionnaires are brought to the one place they'll not only be safe, but also can rebuild the future's greatest super-team. This place could very well be the most incredible Legion headquarters ever! And be sure to be sitting when you get to the shocking last page!
32 pages, $2.50

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SECRET FILES GUIDE TO THE DCU 2001-2002
Written by Will Pfeifer, Kelley Puckett, Chuck Kim, Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning, and various; art by Anthony Williams, Damion Scott, Darryl Banks, Mike McKone, Ariel Olivetti, Tan Eng Huat, Tom Grummett, Paco Medina, Cliff Chiang, and various; cover by Olivetti

In stores December 26. A look back at the year's biggest DC Universe events, plus a preview of the shocks planned for the year to come! War with other planets, the "Jokerizing" of the populace, the arrival of an alien city in California...it's been a busy year for the DCU. Now witness the tumultuous events through the eyes of those who experienced it (written by Will Pfeifer with art by Anthony Williams & John Stanisci). Also featured: how "Our Worlds At War" sparks the year's biggest film (written by Chuck Kim with art by Darryl Banks); Lady Shiva's plans for her upcoming rematch with Batgirl (written by Kelley Puckett with art by Damion Scott); a look back at the year 3001 courtesy of the Legion of Super-Heroes (written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning with art by Mike McKone); and profiles of some of DC's newest characters and teams, including Orpheus, the Doom Patrol, the Power Company, the Suicide Squad, and more!
48 pages, $4.95

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THE TITANS #36
Written by Jay Faerber; art by Peter Grau and Bud LaRosa; cover by Kia Asamiya

In stores December 26. Featuring a DC FULL COVERAGE! cover! The Wildebeests are on the loose, and it's up to the D.E.O. kids — aided by Beast Boy and Flamebird — to stop them! But who are the Wildebeests working for, and is what they're doing necessarily bad? Also, the murderer of Liberty Belle's fiancé is discovered, and the implications for Libby's and Jesse Quick's relationship run deep.
32 pages, $2.50

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WONDER WOMAN #177
Written by Phil Jimenez; art by Jimenez and Andy Lanning; cover by Adam Hughes

In stores December 26. [New Release Date: January 30] A DC FULL COVERAGE! entry-point issue! While the Amazons build a new Paradise Island after the effects of "Our Worlds at War," Wonder Woman pays her last respects to her mother. But will Diana finally let her rest in peace?
32 pages, $2.25

Look for the JUSTICE LEAGUE ANIMATED: WONDER WOMAN MAQUETTE, offered by DC Direct.

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April 24th
THE SGT. ROCK ARCHIVES VOL. 1 HC
Written by Bob Kaninger and Bill Haney; art by Joe Kubert, Jerry Grandinetti, Russ Heath, Mort Drucker, Ross Andru, and Mike Esposito; cover by Kubert

Advance-solicited; in stores April 24, 2002. Sgt. Rock, top kick of Easy Co. and the toughest G.I. to fight his way through World War II, is the star of his first-ever Archive Edition, featuring a new cover and introduction by Joe Kubert! Volume 1 is advance-solicited to coincide with the arrival of the FIGHTING FORCES: SGT. ROCK ACTION FIGURE, and reprints the first twenty stories featuring Frank Rock in G.I. COMBAT #68 and OUR ARMY AT WAR #81-96! For more information, see the feature article.
228 pages, Hardcover, $49.95

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BIZARRO COMICS HC — relist
Written by Chris Duffy, Kyle Baker, Ariel Bordeaux, Ivan Brunetti, Eddie Campbell, Mark Crilley, Jef Czekaj, Evan Dorkin, Bob Fingerman, Ellen Forney, Sam Henderson, Dylan Horrocks, Chip Kidd, James Kochalka, Andy Merrill, Paul Pope, Andi Watson, and various; art by Stephen DeStefano, Jessica Abel, Baker, Greg Benton, Bordeaux, Dave Cooper, Crilley, Dorkin, Hunt Emerson, Fingerman, Forney, Dean Haspiel, Horrocks, John Kerschbaum, Jason Little, Tony Millionaire, Pat McKeown, Brian Ralph, Jay Stephens, Craig Thompson, Watson, Bill Wray, and various; cover by Matt Groening

In stores December 12. Reoffered again, this one-of-a-kind hardcover boasts a host of comics' most innovative writers and artists contributing their unique takes on the characters populating the DC Universe — including the Eisner Award-winning short story "Letitia Lerner — Superman's Babysitter" by Kyle Baker and Liz Glass.
240 pages, Hardcover, $29.95

 
THE BRAVE AND THE BOLD #28 (MILLENNIUM EDITION) — relist
Written by Gardner Fox; art by Mike Sekowsky and Bernard Sachs; cover by Sekowsky and Murphy Anderson

In stores December 12. Reoffered to coincide with the release of JUST IMAGINE STAN LEE AND JERRY ORDWAY CREATING THE JLA, this special Millennium Edition features the first appearance of the classic JLA. Wonder Woman, the Flash, Green Lantern, Aquaman, and Martian Manhunter team up to battle Starro the Conqueror!
32 pages, $2.50

 
JLA: A LEAGUE OF ONE HC — relist
Written and painted by Christopher Moeller; painted cover by Moeller

In stores December 5. Reoffered to coincide with the release of the JLA: RIDDLE OF THE BEAST hardcover (released in November), is another stunning fully-painted adventure of the World's Greatest Super-Heroes! An ancient dragon unleashes its fury upon the modern world, and the JLA attempts to stop it — but Wonder Woman discovers that the League surely will perish unless she fights alone.
112 pages, Hardcover, $24.95

 
RONIN TP — relist
Written and illustrated by Frank Miller; cover by Miller

In stores December 5. Before THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS, Frank Miller delivered a masterful tale of a dishonored, masterless 13th-century samurai — a ronin — reborn into the corrupt and computerized New York City of the 21st century…with one last chance for redemption. "…beautiful, ambitious and complex." — Rolling Stone
302 pages, Trade Paperback, $19.95