DC Comics December 2008 Solicitations

Written by Gail Simone Art by Aaron Lopresti & Matt Ryan Cover by Aaron Lopresti "Rise of the Olympian" part 2! The Society's ultimate weapon, Genocide, remains on the loose and on a murderous rampage while Wonder Woman has to deal with the ramifications, both mental and physical, of failing to stop the threat. Meanwhile, the Amazons make their long-awaited return to a home they barely recognize, and a god makes a promise to Athena that will change the landscape of the DC Universe forever - and that's just the stuff we can tell you about! On sale December 24 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Dennis O'Neil Art by Guillem March Cover by Guillem March Variant cover by Tony Daniel "Last Days of Gotham" part 1 of 2! Longtime BATMAN writer and editor Dennis O'Neil returns to The Dark Knight for this special two-part tale. Joined by artistic rising star Guillem March (JOKER'S ASYLUM: POISON IVY), O'Neil's "Last Days of Gotham" dives into the soul of a city that has lost its most famous citizen, its favorite son, its beloved protector. How will Gotham City react in the wake of the horrible tragedy that has befallen The Caped Crusader? Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Tony Daniel). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale December 3 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Geoff Johns Art by Pete Woods Cover by Gary Frank Variant cover by Chris Sprouse "New Krypton" part 7! As Superman attempts to free the other cities and abductees from Brainiac's ship - including the original monster military unit, the Creature Commandos - Lex Luthor experiments on Brainiac himself. Meanwhile, rebuilt and out for blood, Metallo and Reactron attack, and a major turning point for one of our characters sheds a dark shadow across all that is good. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Gary Frank), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Chris Sprouse). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale December 10 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

, St?phane Roux Written by Tony Bedard Art by Scott McDaniel & Andy Owens Cover by Frank Quitely After their intense encounter with The Joker last issue, Oracle and Black Canary take a much needed breather. Of course, vacations don't always go as planned and this one's plagued by one threat after another! On sale December 17 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Frank Tieri Art by Ryan Benjamin & Saleem Crawford Cover by J. Calafiore & Jack Purcell In the wake of "Batman R.I.P.," the Outsiders have come to a crossroads. The team splinters apart, confused and unsure without their leader. Shunned by her former teammates, Batgirl turns to one of the only people she can trust - Nightwing. But the two soon realize they have very different views on keeping the legacy of Batman alive. On sale December 17 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Geoff Johns & Alex Ross Art by Alex Ross and Dale Eaglesham & Nathan Massengill Cover by Alex Ross Variant cover by Dale Eaglesham & Nathan Massengill Concluding the sequel to KINGDOM COME and featuring several pages of painted interiors by Alex Ross! The Justice Society have had their greatest wishes granted, but at what deadly price? As war breaks out among the Justice Society, the cost of Gog's watchful eye comes to light. But removing Gog from Earth will cost more than they could ever imagine. This finale will leave the Justice Society torn apart...and see a new team rise out of the ashes! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Alex Ross), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Dale Eaglesham & Nathan Massengill). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale December 31 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US