SUPERMAN RETURNS IN THIS LANDMARK ISSUE! Written by Mark Waid, Joshua Williamson, Sophie Campbell and Dan Slott Art by Skylar Patridge, Ryan Sook, Daniel Sampere, Dan Mora and Lucas Meyer Celebrate 1,100 issues of Action Comics with DC's top talent and architects of the world of Superman! In April 1938, a man faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, and able to leap tall buildings in a single bound graced the pages of Action Comics #1, and the rest was superhero history. Now together with the talents of writers Mark Waid, Joshua Williamson, Sophie Campbell, and Dan Slott, we honor Superman's storied career and turn toward his thrilling future. Brought to life by the all-star artistic talent of Skylar Patridge, Ryan Sook, Dan Mora, and Lucas Meyer, the Man of Steel has never looked better.

THE OJO RETURNS TO GOTHAM CITY WITH HER DEADLY SIGHTS SET ON UNFINISHED BUSINESS! The deadliest woman in the world wielding two blades is back, and her quest for blood puts her on a collision course with the Caped Crusader--and as chaos ensues, Vandal Savage's corrupt GCPD won't be far behind! If that weren't enough, the sinister Minotaur, squeezing Gotham's underworld, finds himself on a path to reckoning, courtesy of the Penguin! Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez deliver an action-packed chapter of their smash-hit series that critics are calling "a blockbuster reinvention" and "a perfect comic book."

THE CAPED CRUSADER RUMBLES WITH THE GOD OF THUNDER! Have Batman and Robin found themselves battling the mythical Thor? It sure looks that way, and when this God of Thunder tries to put the hammer down on the Dynamic Duo, he may prove more than a match for the mighty masked marvels! Not enough excitement for you? How about a look at how Bruce Wayne's life might have been in a world where crime didn't claim the lives of his parents--and the astounding adventure of Batman and Robin's newest super-powered ally, Alfred Pennyworth, the Eagle!

ROBIN DIES AT DAWN! With Batman away on a mysterious mission, Robin must defend Gotham alone-- until he meets up with an all-new costumed figure, the doll-sized dynamo who calls himself the Ant-Man! Is this tiny titan friend...or foe? Then, learn the astounding true nature of Batman's secret mission--how it has unlocked his greatest fear and how he may be powerless to stop that fear from becoming reality when "Robin Dies at Dawn!"

PAST AND PRESENT COLLIDE! Many years ago, during the early days of Batman's tenure as Gotham's Dark Knight, he trained alongside Green Arrow and Black Canary, learning the combat skills that have served them throughout their careers as crime-fighters. But there was another heroic hopeful in their ranks--a mysterious man known only as Prion--who suffered a tragic fate that still weighs upon the trio. Now, face-to-face with a young girl who goes by the same code name, they find the sins of their past coming back to haunt them. Tom Taylor and Mikel Janín bring you the penultimate chapter of this history-shaking arc!

WALLY PEERS INTO THE FUTURE! Flash confronts Heat Wave on the sea floor--and in doing so has a breakthrough about how he can help the most people with his Flashes of Insight! After consulting with Mr. Terrific, Wally begins using the Speed Force--in combination with lightspeed passes throughout the city--to gather more data than he's ever done and begins using it to help people before they get hurt! And best of all: It works. Even peeking just a second into the future lets the Flash give Central City its first day where nothing goes wrong, and not a single accident occurs--and not even an attempted bank robbery by one of his Rogues can stop that! All that's left now is to scale it up...to a level the world has never seen!

PANIC IN THE STREETS! Gotham City is a powder keg, and Poison Ivy is the match! The air is full of anger, pain, and despair as things go from bad to even worse. The chopping block is calling out for Mayor Pamela Isley. Can Ivy's faithful underlings save her from herself, or will the city swallow them whole first?

THE FATES DEFIED! After a tragic sacrifice to the Fates, Steve Trevor and Trinity race through time to reach the Matriarch before she starts her bloody campaign. Although the journey is a long and arduous one, there's always time for a story. Witness the origin of Wonder Woman as you've never seen it before, told through the eyes of the man who loved her! Could Diana's past hold the key to saving the future?

THE ORIGIN OF HARLEY QUINN! As the Robins nest in Gotham's backyard, and Batman faces ultimate defeat, Harley Quinn's origin is revealed. How does Harley connect with Ark M, and how did the Robins fledge from hatchlings to birds of prey? The call of more than one predator will be answered in this issue.

THE UNBELIEVABLE FINALE OF "REIGN OF THE SUPERMAN!" The final battle with King Shazam. "Reign of the Superman" begins here. But which Superman will it be?

A DIVINE THREAT HITS HOME FOR DIANA! Diana and Circe work together against an impossible mythological force, trying to steal a win from the jaws of defeat. Elsewhere, a growing threat for Diana makes an evolutionary leap forward...

THE KEY TO THE CASE IS WITHIN CASS'S MIND! There's been a murder, and the only clues are buried deep within Batgirl's memories, along with the phrase "forget me not." Now locked in a prison of her past, Cassandra Cain must uncover the killer before it's too late, but as she relives her time with David Cain again and again, will she solve the murder in time...or lose her mind completely?

The game ends here. The Eisner Award-winning masterpiece 100 Bullets from Brian Azzarello and Eduardo Risso concludes in this new volume, collecting the explosive final 20 issues! How far would you go for revenge? If you were given a chance at deadly retribution with a guarantee that the law could not touch you, would you take it? That’s the opportunity that a man called Agent Graves provides, in the form of a special briefcase containing an untraceable gun and 100 rounds of ammunition. To the damaged and downtrodden living on the fringes of society, the offer is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to even their scores. But beyond the dilemma of whether or not to pull the trigger lies a deeper and even more troubling concern: just who is making these actions possible—and why? This fifth of five volumes, reprinting all 100 issues of writer Brian Azzarello and artist Eduardo Risso’s 100 Bullets , collects issues #81-100 of their acclaimed DC Vertigo series and includes a special gallery of the series’ trade paperback cover art by Dave Johnson.

Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's Absolute Batman continues to gain momentum, as The Joker, Poison Ivy, and the Court of Owls join the New York Times bestselling series! Batman won his explosive battle with Bane, but his friends will never be the same—and he might not be able to help them, even if he crosses worlds and enlists the help of a god to do it. Meanwhile, another of Ark M's residents will be unleashed on Gotham. And the biggest question of all still remains…what is the true identity of the man behind everything? Legendary artist Jock reunites with writer Scott Snyder to tell one version of the story Alfred’s been chasing for years, and a one-shot explores the origins of Ark M! Volume 3 collects the Absolute Batman 2025 Annual , Absolute Batman: Ark M , and Absolute Batman #15-18.

Comics superstars Deniz Camp and Javier Rodríguez bring their surreal, smash-hit reinvention of a DC icon to an unbelievable conclusion! After the mind-altering events of the White Martian’s first foray on Earth, the Agency—a shadowy group with unlimited governmental authority—comes to investigate the strange occurrences in Middleton. John must juggle his job, hiding the Martian, his expanding abilities, and his crumbling relationships, all while living out of a motel. Meanwhile, Bridget wrestles with the revelations John shared with her before his departure while single-handedly taking care of Tyler! Superstar writer Deniz Camp (2 0th Century Men ) and Eisner Award-winning artist Javier Rodríguez ( Zatanna: Bring Down the House ) continue their mind-bending, transcendental interpretation of the Absolute Martian Manhunter! Collects Absolute Martian Manhunter #7-12.

A strike at the heart of the DC Universe forces heroes and villains to reckon with a world where power itself is weaponized. Mark Waid ( Kingdom Come ) and Dan Mora ( Superman ) deliver a monumental event built on scale, spectacle, and the resilience of hope. This omnibus chronicles the fall, fracture, and fierce return of heroism when the stakes are absolute. The final domino in an epic scheme comes tumbling down, and the DC Universe will never be the same. Amanda Waller, founder of the Suicide Squad, is picking off superhero dynasties one at a time, starting with Superman. But resistance is never futile…and Batman is out for vengeance. From the Fortress of Solitude to Gamorra, it’s a shocking blitzkrieg across the universe as the destinies of our heroes and the future of the DC Universe are forever altered. Absolute Power Omnibus collects the entire saga for the first time, including Absolute Power #1-4, Absolute Power 2024 FCBD Special Edition #1, Absolute Power: Ground Zero #1, Absolute Power: Origins #1-3, Absolute Power: Super Son #1, Absolute Power: Task Force VII #1-7, Batman #148 and #151-152, Green Arrow #12-17, Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1-4, Superman #16-18, The Flash #10, Titans #12, Wonder Woman #10-12, and stories from Batman #150, Green Lantern #13-15, and Wonder Woman #13!

When vengeance calls from the mountains, even Batgirl can lose her footing. Batgirl Vol. 3 sends Cassandra Cain on a perilous mission—where the ghosts of her past and the sins of her mentors collide in a fight that could redefine her legacy. After a long, snowy trek through the Himalayas, Batgirl and her crew arrive at a hidden refuge deep within the mountains. But there’s no time to let their guard down as the Unburied threat returns seeking blood, and Nyssa al Ghul attempts to get Batgirl to join her cause against them. Dark secrets threaten to pull Batgirl into a war she never wanted and force her to confront ghosts from her past and present. Has Nyssa truly turned over a new leaf? And will Cass align herself with old enemies to exact justice against the Unburied for the murder of Lady Shiva? Find out as writer Tate Brombal ( House of Slaughter ) continues Batgirl’s All In journey alongside artists Takeshi Miyazawa ( Mech Cadet Yu ) and Stephen Segovia ( Secret Six )! Collects Batgirl #12–16.

Batman has faced monsters, assassins, gods—and now he must face something far more frightening: fatherhood. Grant Morrison ( Batman ) delivers a sharp, intimate reimagining of legacy and identity within the Bat-Family, now in DC's popular Compact Comics format. From the endlessly creative minds of comics legends Grant Morrison ( 52 , All-Star Superman , We3 , New X-Men ) and Andy Kubert ( Adam Strange , 1602 , X-Men ) comes a startling new chapter in the life of Gotham’s Dark Knight. The mysterious Talia, daughter of the archvillain Ra’s al Ghul and Batman’s onetime love, returns with a boy named Damian and claims the child is Batman’s son. Stunned, the Dark Knight takes the child in, but the boy, raised among the brutal dictates of the League of Assassins, has his own agenda. Soon both Tim Drake, Bruce Wayne’s newly adopted heir, and Alfred, Wayne’s faithful butler, find themselves targets of this genetically perfect and very angry child. Is Damian really just a young, misguided boy trying to prove himself to his father—or have long years of Talia’s indoctrination left him an operative solely designed to destroy the Batman? Under the masterly skills of Morrison and Kubert, Batman & Son is one of the most intriguing Batman tales ever told. It also features the artwork of John VanFleet ( Batman: The Chalice ) in a unique story highlighting the Joker. Collects Batman #655–658 and #663–666.

Tom King deepens his groundbreaking exploration of Batman’s psychology, pushing Bruce Wayne into conflicts that blur the line between heroism, vulnerability, and the cost of love. It’s official: Batman and Catwoman are getting married! The wedding of the century is just around the corner, but it’s a long way down the aisle, and seating arrangements are the least of the happy couple’s worries. Poison Ivy tries her hand at world domination. The Joker has decided he will be Batman’s best man by any means necessary. And Booster Gold, a time-traveling hero, crashes the party with a dangerous mission through the space-time continuum. Then, the Russian assassin called the KGBeast is back with an anonymous puppet master pulling his strings. And Bruce Wayne…has jury duty?! Batman by Tom King Book Three collects Batman #41-60 and DC Nation #0!

Buried deep beneath Gotham City there exists another Gotham. Multi-Eisner award winner Christian Ward unleashes this cosmic-horror epic of the twisted Gotham Below—now available in softcover! Buried deep beneath Gotham City there exists another Gotham. This Gotham Below is a living nightmare, populated by twisted mirrors of our Gotham’s denizens, fueled by the fear and hatred flowing down from above. For decades, the doorway between the cities has been sealed and heavily guarded by the Court of Owls. But now the door swings wide, and the twisted version of the Dark Knight has escaped…to trap and train a Robin of his own. Batman must form an uneasy alliance with the Court and its deadly allies to stop him—and to hold back the wave of twisted super-villains, nightmarish versions of his own nemeses, each one worse than the last, that’s spilling into his streets! Visionary writer-artist Christian Ward unleashes a cosmic-horror take on Batman’s world, and readers will never look at Batman's villains the same way again.

Writer-artist Frank Miller completely reinvents the legend of Batman in his saga of a near-future Gotham City gone to rot, 10 years after the Dark Knight’s retirement. This masterpiece of modern comics storytelling celebrates its 40th anniversary with a new edition! The Dark Knight returns in a blaze of fury, taking on a whole new generation of criminals and matching their level of violence. He is soon joined by a new Robin—a girl named Carrie Kelley, who proves to be just as invaluable as her predecessors. But can Batman and Robin deal with the threat posed by their deadliest enemies, after years of incarceration have turned them into perfect psychopaths? And more importantly, can anyone survive the coming fallout from an undeclared war between the superpowers—or the clash of what were once the world’s greatest heroes? Celebrate 40 years of one of the most influential stories ever told in the comics medium with the undisputed classic Batman: The Dark Knight Returns .

Frank Miller's genre-defining graphic novel celebrates its 40th year anniversary with a new deluxe edition. In 1986, comics visionary Frank Miller, along with Klaus Janson and Lynn Varley, reenvisioned the Dark Knight in a bold way that has since revolutionized the way people view superhero comics. It’s been 10 years since the Batman was last seen, and Gotham City has since decayed into a cesspool of crime. But now something has stirred within Bruce Wayne, reminding him of the solemn vow he made to his parents. As Gotham falls prey to gangs and as the threat of nuclear war looms, Bruce can no longer stand by idly. The night belongs to Batman, and it’s time to remind the world that justice still exists. This 40th anniversary deluxe edition of the beloved classic collects the original four-issue Prestige series and includes a new afterword by Miller; a tribute cover gallery featuring artwork by Jim Lee, Jock, and others; and more!

Legacy can be a curse—and in Gotham, it may be fatal. Sean Murphy ( Punk Rock Jesus , The Wake ) joins Katana Collins and Clay McCormack for a tense, emotionally charged thriller set in DC’s best-selling White Knight universe. In the aftermath of Gotham’s latest upheaval, Harley Quinn’s twins, Jackie and Bryce, find their family’s past catching up with them faster than they can run. When they steal a Batmobile and bolt into the night, the only guide they have is the glitching hologram of their father, Jack Napier—a fading echo trying to steer his children toward a better life than the one he destroyed. As Gotham’s former allies and enemies close in, the twins stumble upon a secret that threatens to resurrect the Joker. Forced into roles they never chose, Jackie and Bryce must confront loyalty, legacy, and the truth about the monster their father once was. Mirka Andolfo ( Unnatural , Mercy ) energizes every page with bold visual emotion, balancing kinetic action and heartfelt character beats as the next generation steps into Gotham’s harsh spotlight. Collects Batman: White Knight Presents: Generation Joker #1-6, now available as a softcover collection for the first time.

New York Times bestselling author Stuart Gibbs (Spy School) brings his signature wit and heart to the second installment of Bruce Wayne: Not Super — a laugh-out-loud, lesson-packed adventure perfect for middle grade readers who love heroes with humor. Being a secret vigilante isn’t easy.And trying to catch a villain in the act of villainy while trying to learn the ropes of the superhero thing has 13-year-old Bruce Wayne exhausted and struggling at school. Although he is far more frustrated by the fact that Selina Kyle has a crush on Batman—but not him. When Jack Napier and his hulking sidekick Bane are recruited by Hugo Strange for a high-stakes heist at Gotham City Bank, Bruce will get a second chance to prove he has what it takes to defend the streets of Gotham. But Bruce gets more than he bargained for when he catches Selina helping Jack. Coming from a school full of heroes and villains, he should have known she would be more than she seems! And now Bruce will have to find a way to stop them all before they can accomplish their plan.