TIME FLIES! As Clark Kent reaches the spring of his sophomore year at Smallville High, things have changed for Superboy. Yes, he’s become Smallville’s protector, but at what cost? Buckling under the weight of his super-secret, Clark now feels more alone than ever. Could there be more out there like him? Find out as the Boy of Steel’s world is turned upside down by the truth!

THE FIRST APPEARANCE OF BRAINIAC! From out of the cold depths of space, a malevolent master of super-science has turned his technological terror toward Earth, shrinking the world’s major cities and taking them as his own! When Superman infiltrates the alien’s ship, what he discovers will change the Man of Steel’s life forever! Witness the first appearance of Brainiac--and the bottled city of Kandor!

FRACTION & JIMENEZ KICK OFF THEIR SECOND ART WITH A SHOCKING REINTRODUCTION OF THE JOKER AS YOU'VE NEVER SEEN HIM BEFORE! As Batman is beckoned to Arkham Towers by the mysterious man in Room Ten, nothing will prepare him for who he finds there. Some might call him the Caped Crusader’s archnemesis. Others might call him Batman’s best friend. Everyone calls him the Joker.

ENTER THE JOKER FISH! Holy mackerel! The Joker has surfaced again in Gotham City, enacting his most insane plan yet: a chemical concoction that fixes fish up and down the coast with the Joker’s own ghastly grimace! Now, the Clown Prince of Cod wants to cash in on the copyright--and will gleefully eliminate bureaucrat after bureaucrat until he gets what he’s after!

The Reaper’s deadly campaign against the criminal underworld continues as Batman faces the decision to break a sacred oath. When the police fail to make ground on the Reaper investigation, Batman strikes a deal with Gotham’s crime families, forcing him to team up with the man who murdered Bruce Wayne’s parents—Joe Chill!

GUEST-STARRING GREEN ARROW AND BLACK CANARY! The Dark Knight Detective is hot on the trail of an abducted teenager with a mysterious past, but he has found himself at a dead end. In a rare moment of desperation, Batman teams up with Black Canary and Gotham City’s newest resident, Green Arrow, to investigate a case with unexpected and terrifying implications for Bruce, Dinah, and Oliver’s shared history. Will this trio be enough to rescue this girl and unravel the mystery of her past? Find out in this thrilling new storyline!

RYAN NORTH AND GAVIN GUIDRY BEGIN A NEW ERA FOR THE SCARLET SPEEDSTER! Wally West: father, husband, and fastest man alive. And now with DC K.O. in the rearview mirror, Wally can finally relax and live his best life. Or can he? Because an awful lot of people are suddenly relying on the Flash to save them--and intentionally putting themselves in danger to ensure that he does! Something sinister is happening behind the scenes...and Wally is right in the crosshairs. Also in this issue: shenanigans! Science! And the debut of an all-new all-star creative team for the Scarlet Speedster!

GOTHAM CITY HAS A NEW MAYOR! It’s the beginning of a brave new era of Poison Ivy as Pamela Isley ascends to the role of mayor of Gotham City. But what is her vision for Gotham’s future, and how far will she go to protect it?! Let’s just say things are going to get pretty bloody!

THE COMIC THAT STARTED A LEGACY! Learn the incredible lost history of the Amazons and discover how their princess, Diana, earned the right to become Wonder Woman, fighting against the evils of war in Man’s World! All this and three more thrilling tales of the Amazing Amazon’s early exploits by Wonder Woman’s creator, William Moulton Marston!

THE WONDER WAR BEGINS! The Matriarch commences her crusade to rule over the DC Universe. As heroes and villains alike fall to her insurmountable power, Wonder Woman and her daughter Trinity must unite to save all that they hold dear. Time’s up for the princesses of Themyscira, and the Queen of America will not rest until they bow to her will. The Eisner-nominated creative duo of Tom King (Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow) and Daniel Sampere (Dark Crisis) is back for the most riveting installment of their Wonder Woman epic yet!

ABSOLUTE IVY'S TENDRILS CONTINUE TO INFECT GOTHAM CITY! After the explosive reveal ending last issue, and Batman continues to fight Poison Ivy's mutated monsters and winds up uncovering an even more gruesome horror that has embedded itself in the city's very foundations. All while the Joker's machinations start to coalesce in a partnership with a new ally.

PARASITE INVADES METROPOLIS! Superman must save Metropolis from being devoured by his most terrifying enemy yet, the all-consuming Parasite--while the happiest man in the Absolute Universe, a simple family man named Lex Luthor, receives a fateful visitor...

A bold new era begins as Batman faces his greatest fears, darkest futures, and deadliest rivals, all while Gotham burns around him. Eisner Award-winning writer Chip Zdarsky launches an epic, character-defining run that pushes the Dark Knight to his breaking point and beyond. From the emergence of the terrifying Failsafe protocol to a bleak alternate Gotham with no Batman, Bruce Wayne is tested in body, mind, and soul. As the Gotham War erupts between Batman and Catwoman and Red Hood walks a dangerous line, alliances fracture, and the future of the city hangs in the balance. With artwork by superstar artists Jorge Jiménez, Mike Hawthorne, and more, this omnibus collects the explosive beginning of Zdarsky’s acclaimed tenure and redefines what it means to be the Bat. Collects Batman #125-138, Catwoman #57-58, Batman: Urban Legends #1-6, Batman/Catwoman: The Gotham War: Battle Lines #1, Batman/Catwoman: The Gotham War: Scorched Earth #1, and Batman/Catwoman: The Gotham War: Red Hood #1-2.

A mysterious meteor has crashed into the idyllic plains of the American Midwest, setting in motion a chain of events that will echo across history! How will Batman content with the immergence of super beings beyond anything the 19th century has seen? And how will the rest of this lamp-lit incarnation of Gotham handle these cataclysmic events? Return to Elseworlds! Over 30 years ago, the DC Universe was rocked by the introduction of Elseworlds, a line of comics that reimagined familiar DC heroes in incredible new ways. The very first to blaze the trail was Gotham By Gaslight, which envisioned the Dark Knight hunting down Jack the Ripper in the year 1889. Now, fans have an opportunity to return to the Victorian-era Gotham with a brand-new chapter! Gotham By Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age continues the steampunk epic with writer Andy Diggle (The Losers, Green Arrow: Year One) and artist Leandro Fernández (The Old Guard)! A mysterious meteor has crashed into the idyllic plains of the American Midwest, setting in motion a chain of events that will echo across history! How will Batman contend with the emergence of super beings beyond anything the 19th century has seen? And how will the rest of this lamp-lit incarnation of Gotham handle these cataclysmic events? Collects Gotham by Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age #1-6

A kaleidoscope of mystery, madness, and heroism—Batman joins forces with DC’s finest to confront cosmic threats, conspiracies, and inner demons in this genre-bending anthology. Batman: The Brave and the Bold: Tomorrow’s Heroes collects seven thrilling issues from DC’s modern anthology series, where Batman shares the spotlight with heroes like Nightwing, Deadman, Booster Gold, Wonder Woman, and Zatanna. From circus-themed horror and time-traveling chaos to alien encounters and psychological warfare, each story delivers a unique blend of action, suspense, and emotional depth. Featuring standout creators like Tim Seeley, Kelley Jones, Ty Templeton, and more, this volume showcases the full range of DC storytelling—from noir to sci-fi to supernatural. Collects Batman: The Brave and the Bold (2023) #14–20

Kelly Thompson’s critically acclaimed Birds of Prey series continues, delivering high-stakes action, sharp humor, and a powerhouse team that refuses to back down! The Birds of Prey are back in another pulse-pounding chapter of Kelly Thompson’s hit series! With an unstoppable lineup—including Black Canary, Harley Quinn, Cassandra Cain, Big Barda, Zealot, and Barbara Gordon—this fearless team takes on its next impossible mission. Filled with dynamic action, sharp wit, and the character-driven storytelling that has made this run an instant classic. Collects Birds of Prey #21-26.

It’s hard being a hero when no one remembers you saved the world. Booster Gold knows the cost of time travel better than anyone. But as Maxwell Lord rises and history threatens to fracture, Booster is forced into an impossible choice: save his best friend from a past death, or protect the timeline from unraveling altogether. As he journeys through war zones, prehistoric jungles, and tangled time streams, he faces a truth harder than any villain: some moments can’t be undone. Joined by Superman, Green Lantern, and Rip Hunter, Booster’s journey leads him to a missing Batman and into the heart of the Flashpoint event. This final chapter cements Booster’s transformation from glory-chasing showman to one of DC’s most vital—if forgotten—heroes. Collects Booster Gold #32–47 and Time Masters: Vanishing Point #1–6.

Death comes to us all, now in DC Finest! In 1988 the pop culture world was rocked when comics readers were given the opportunity to decide the outcome of one of the medium’s most controversial quandaries: Should the Boy Wonder die? When Jason Todd’s impulsive nature clashes with the Dark Knight’s methodical approach to crime-fighting yet again, Jason takes off on his own in search of his birth mother. Meanwhile, Batman’s latest case leads him to the Middle East, hot on the trail of the Joker, whois brokering the sale of a nuclear device to terrorists! Realizing that they must work together to prevent a global disaster and find Jason’s long-lost mother, Batman and Robin reunite in time to thwart the Clown Prince of Crime. However, this setback sets in motion a far more sinister plot that ultimately leads to betrayal and a deadly date with a crowbar... The decision to kill off the second Robin drew polarized opinions from fans and critics and remains one of the most controversial story arcs in the history of the Caped Crusader. Would the Dark Knight slip into the darkness of the abyss without a Boy Wonder to hold him back? And would fans ever accept another wayward youth stepping into the role of Robin? Collects Batman #423-429, Batman Annual #12, Batman: The Cult #1-4, Detective Comics #590-595, Detective Comics Annual #1

No badge. No rules. Just guns, grit, and ghosts. DC’s All-Star Western galloped where few comics dared: into the gray morality and stark drama of America’s blood-soaked frontier. With haunted riders like El Diablo, brutal justice-dealers like Jonah Hex, and conflicted souls like outlaw Rick Wilson, this anthology served up taut, atmospheric stories full of loss, grit, and reckoning. Includes stories from Weird Western Tales #12-17; All-Star Western #2-8, #10-11; Super DC Giant #15; Tomahawk #130-140

Where there’s madness in Gotham, there’s only one name behind it. Across decades of chaos, this collection assembles a gallery of Joker tales that show why he remains DC’s most compelling villain. Whether he’s hosting a deadly birthday party, trademarking a fish, standing trial for Batman’s murder, or disappearing into global shadows post- Infinite Frontier , the Clown Prince of Crime commands attention in every panel. Featuring the full runs of The Joker (1975) and his modern ongoing, this volume brings together Batman #251, #260, #286, #291–294, #321 , Detective Comics #475–476, #504 , Justice League of America #77 , Wonder Woman #280–283 , The Brave and the Bold #111, #118, #129–130, #141 , and The Joker #1–10 .

Familiar heroes. Unfamiliar worlds. The Justice League like you’ve never seen it before. What happens when the world’s greatest heroes are set loose in the multiverse of might-have-beens? Elseworlds: Justice League Omnibus Vol. 1 launches the thrilling tradition of reimagining DC’s iconic team across bold, bizarre, and breathtaking new realities. From dystopian uprisings and mythic realms to noir-tinged cities and power-shifted worlds, these stories twist the destinies of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the rest of the League into visions both haunting and heroic. This collection gathers a wide-ranging selection of tales where everything you know is upended, and every legend is reborn. Includes the following stories from the Elseworlds line and related alternate-universe tales: Justice League America Annual #8, #10, Justice League International Annual #5, Guy Gardner: Warrior Annual #2, Green Lantern Annual #3, #5, Aquaman Annual #2, The Flash Annual #7, #9, Wonder Woman Annual #5, Kamandi: At Earth's End #1–6, Kingdom Come #1–4, League of Justice #1–2, Superman/Batman Doom Link Kenner Custom Comic, The Golden Age #1–4

The highly anticipated sequel to the YA trans coming-out graphic novel Galaxy: The Prettiest Star brings more romance, more action, and more queer joy as Taylor faces her biggest fear: the Vane. Taylor Barzelay is finally living as her authentic self, a purple alien space princess with blue hair and superpowers. With a loving girlfriend, Kat, and an adorable talking corgi that doubles as a bodyguard, Taylor should feel more at home on Earth than ever. So why doesn’t she? As Kat plans for life after high school, Taylor begins to wonder what the future holds for her. Despite dealing with bigots in her hometown, protecting her friend Nia Nal from an evil alien aunt, and honing her powers more than ever before, Taylor still isn’t sure she can claim her identity as the superhero Galaxy. When the Vane, an alien race that destroyed her home planet, finally arrive on earth in search of Taylor, her biggest fear becomes reality. If Superman can’t even handle this threat, what chance does Taylor have to save her best friend, the love of her life, and the entire world?! Will she cast aside any doubt in time to become the hero she was always destined to be?

The origin of Oliver Queen reimagined—gritty, grounded, and unforgettable. “Green Arrow: Year One – DC Compact Comics Edition” delivers the definitive modern origin of Oliver Queen in a stylish, portable format. Originally published in 2007, this critically acclaimed miniseries by writer Andy Diggle and artist Jock reboots the Emerald Archer’s backstory with cinematic intensity and emotional depth. Stranded on a remote island after a betrayal, billionaire playboy Oliver Queen must fight to survive—and in doing so, discovers a purpose greater than himself. Armed with only a handmade bow and raw instinct, he takes his first steps toward becoming Green Arrow. This compact edition preserves the full story in a smaller trim size, perfect for new readers and collectors alike.

The cosmos trembles as an ancient force returns to devour the stars. Only the combined might of the Green Lanterns can stand against the rise of Starbreaker. In this explosive crossover event, the Green Lantern Corps faces one of its most terrifying threats yet—Starbreaker, the cosmic vampire who feeds on the energy of entire worlds. As Hal Jordan, John Stewart, and the Corps rally to stop the destruction, alliances are tested and sacrifices must be made. Collecting Green Lantern #25–27 and Green Lantern Corps #7–9 (2025), this volume delivers high-stakes space opera, stunning visuals, and the unbreakable will of the Lanterns in the face of cosmic annihilation.