DC Comics September 2009 Solicitations

Written by Gail Simone Art by Aaron Lopresti & Matt Ryan Cover by Aaron Lopresti "The Rise of the Olympian" has changed Wonder Woman's life completely, and it's not over yet as repercussions are still being felt all over the world! In this issue, Diana finds herself fighting for her life against the man destined by the gods to take her place - Achilles, the Warkiller! On sale September 30 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

, J. H. Williams Written by Greg Rucka Art by JH Williams III; co-feature art by Cully Hamner Cover by JH Williams III "Elegy" part 4 of 4! Batwoman faces off against Alice in an attempt to stop the villainess from unleashing a toxic death cloud over all of Gotham! But Alice has more up her sleeve than just poison, and Batwoman's life will never ever be the same again. Plus, The Question's search for a missing girl leads Renee to a human trafficking ring, and the Question suddenly finds herself in way over her head. On sale September 23 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Written by Greg Rucka; co-feature written by James Robinson & Rucka Art by Julian Lopez; co-feature art by CAFU Cover by Pere P rez "The Hunt for Reactron" starts here! Spilling out of the stunning finale of "Codename: Patriot," Supergirl and Flamebird find themselves at each other's throats! What's happened to these two childhood friends to put them at such odds, and can Nightwing calm them down before the situation escalates? And just what are they going to do about all of the guys who are surrounding them? You know, the guys in the tanks? Continued in SUPERGIRL #45! Plus! James Robinson and Greg Rucka's Captain Atom co-feature continues! What is happening to Captain Atom, and more important, what's happening to his mind? Team Breach is on hand to lend some answers, but Atom probably isn't going to like them. Featuring the gorgeous art of CAFU! On sale September 16 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

Written by Bryan Q. Miller Art by Lee Garbett & Trevor Scott Cover by Phil Noto As the new Batgirl continues her nightly mission, the mystery of her secret identity intensifies. Now she has become the target of both Gotham City's heroes (who don't take kindly to a new person wearing the cape and the cowl) and its villains (who want to see the entire Bat-family six feet under)! On sale September 16 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray Art and cover by Amanda Conner Variant cover by Guillem March "Space Girls Gone Wild!" part 2 of 3! As the trio of sexy alien marauders continue their rampage across Earth, Power Girl tries to figure out how to stop 'em! But with aliens this gorgeous, readers won't ever want them to leave! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 10 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Amanda Conner), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Guillem March). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale September 23 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Peter J. Tomasi Art by Fernando Pasarin Cover by Tom Mandrake "The Hunting" continues as Metamorpho, Black Lightning and Geoforce scour the globe to track down Clayface. But when tensions rise, Lighting and Geoforce will find themselves at odds over the control of the team. Plus, the Creeper and Man-Bat head down to the bayou to catch themselves a Killer Croc! On sale September 16 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Grant Morrison Art by Philip Tan & Jonathan Glapion Cover by Frank Quitely Variant cover by Philip Tan Meet the Red Hood and his sidekick Scarlet, Gotham City's vicious new "protectors," in the start of a new arc! This dangerous duo is out to destroy the very reputation and legacy of the Batman by replacing it altogether. Writer Grant Morrison (FINAL CRISIS) teams with hot new artist Philip Tan (GREEN LANTERN) to bring you what's sure to be the new Batman and Robin's biggest challenge yet! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Frank Quitely), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Philip Tan). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale September 2 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Grant Morrison Art and cover by Frank Quitely Variant cover by Andy Kubert "Batman Reborn" continues with the reteaming of Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN, WE3, New X-Men)! In a blazing Gotham City police department, the new Batman and Robin face the bizarre, fighting freakshow that is the Circus of Strange and find that they don't make as good a team as Batman had hoped! Meanwhile, the mysterious Sasha escapes from Professor Pyg and vows vengeance on the people who killed her father. Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition 3rd printing (with a cover by Frank Quitely), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Andy Kubert). 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Bill Willingham & Matthew Sturges Art and cover by Jesus Merino Magog and Wildcat square off as the team traitor involved in the attack on a fellow JSAer is revealed! It all leads to greater tension and permanent rifts within the most storied Super Hero team of all time! Clearly, this was an inside job, and though they may not realize it now, the damage to the group is deeper than any of them suspects. On sale September 30 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Geoff Johns Art by Ethan Van Sciver Covers by Ethan Van Sciver What's happened to the Speed Force? One of the world's most powerful speedsters is dead, and Barry Allen must discover who - or what - is responsible! But the reborn Barry is a man haunted by a dark secret in his past. A secret that drives him to push far beyond his limits. A burden that, if he's not careful, could send him right back into oblivion! Geoff Johns and Ethan Van Sciver's reinvention of the Scarlet Speedster picks up the pace - we dare you to keep up! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition 2nd printing(with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver). 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Written by Geoff Johns Art and covers by Ethan Van Sciver In a battle along the outskirts of time, the secrets of the Speed Force have been revealed! The new archnemesis of those who ride the lightning is coming for Iris Allen. And the Barry Allen you knew is gone forever...or is he? What change does Wally West face? What destiny will Kid Flash choose? Prepare to meet a Flash Family that's both familiar and different...and get to the starting line for the next epic adventures of the Speed Force! Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Ethan Van Sciver). Please see the Previews Order Form for more information. On sale September 30 6 of 6 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US