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This Week (March 17): Green Arrow, Titans

Looks like the Flash will be wearing green — or at least a cover with the word “Green” on the front — for St. Patrick’s Day.

Green Arrow #31

“The Fall of Green Arrow” begins here! Spinning out of the shocking events of JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE and JUSTICE LEAGUE: THE RISE AND FALL SPECIAL #1 comes the destruction of Green Arrow. As Oliver Queens inner turmoil and guilt overwhelms him, secrets are revealed that will tear him asunder. What will the Emerald Archer reveal to the world that will change his life and the lives of the people around him forever? And why are Hal Jordan (Green Lantern), Barry Allen (The Flash) and the rest of the Justice League hunting him?

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by J.T. KRUL
Art by DIOGENES NEVES
Cover by MAURO CASCIOLI
1:25 variant cover by MIKE MAYHEW

Titans #23

Spotlight on Red Arrow! As Roy Harper lies in critical condition after the events of JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE #5, his fever dreams show him the perfect future life he wants for the Titans. Unfortunately for him, its a life the Titans will never see.

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by EDDIE BERGANZA
Art and cover by ANGEL UNZUETA

DC has a 5-page preview online.

This Week (March 10): Rise and Fall, Super Friends

Justice League: The Rise and Fall Special

40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by JAMES ROBINSON & J.T. KRUL
Art and 1:25 variant cover by MIKE MAYHEW
Cover by MAURO CASCIOLI

Following the stunning conclusion to JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE comes the next epic chapter for the Worlds Greatest Heroes. What controversial decision has created a split in the League? A new meaning to the term “hunt for justice” creates fear in the villain populace. Plus, a shocking secret is revealed that will change Green Arrow’s life forever.

Super Friends #25

32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
Written by SHOLLY FISCH · Art by DARIO BRIZUELA
Cover by J. BONE

To commemorate 25 glorious issues, were sending the team to compete in the Space Olympics! Of course, if they lose, Earth will be destroyed — but no need to tell them that!

This Week (March 3): Cry for Justice, All-Stars, TPBs

Comics shipping this week that feature, or are likely to feature, the Flash.

Justice League: Cry for Justice #7

Written by James Ro
Art and cover by Mauro Cascioli
7 of 7 · 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

This is the big one! After the catastrophes seen in issues #5 and #6, a hero loses control, leading to an unexpected ending that will fundamentally change the lives of the World’s Greatest Heroes forever. This issue launches a major storyline in the DC Universe and is not to be missed!

JSA All-Stars #4

Written by MATTHEW STURGES
Co-feature written by JEN VAN METER
Art and cover by FREDDIE WILLIAMS II
Co-feature art by TRAVIS MOORE & DAN GREEN
40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

The All-Stars are forced to team with the Injustice Society against Johnny Sorrows unearthly accomplice! And only Star Girl knows what she must sacrifice to save friend and foe alike!

The hero and villain team-ups continue in the co-feature, as Liberty Belle [a.k.a. Jesse Quick] and Hourman join their proven enemies Tigress and Icicle, who hold essential clues as to the whereabouts of the ancient mysticism embodied in the Staff of Life!

Justice League International Vol. 4 TP

Justice League International Vol.4Written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis
Art by Kevin Maguire, Mike McKone, Bill Willingham & others
Cover by Kevin Maguire & Joe Rubinstein
192 pg, FC, $17.99 US

This new volume collects JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL #23-25 and JUSTICE LEAGUE AMERICA #26-30 as the team deals with a captured Thanagarian spacecraft and more.

Note: I believe this volume includes the membership drive that led to the launch of Justice League Europe, with Flash Wally West as a founding member.

The Last Days of Animal Man TP

Last Days of Animal Man TPB
Written by Gerry Conway
Art by Chris Batista and Dave Meikis
Cover by Brian Bolland
144 pg, FC, $17.99 US

By the year 2024 Buddy’s own hometown of San Diego has struggled for years to recover from a cataclysmic typhoon. And now he must face the most vicious foe he’s seen in years — while his own powers start to fade. Collecting the 6-issue miniseries.

Note: A future Flash appears in this story as a member of the League of Titans.

This Week (Feb 24): Flash: Rebirth Concludes, Blackest Night Continues

Here are this week’s Flash appearances, including the long-awaited Flash: Rebirth #6, the conclusion of Blackest Night: JSA and the second-to-last chapter of Blackest Night itself.

The Flash: Rebirth #6

Flash: Rebirth #66 of 6 · 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!

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).

Edit: There’s a four-page preview at The Source.

Blackest Night #7

7 of 8 · 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US
Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert
Variant cover by Rodolfo Migliari
Sketch variant cover by Ivan Reis

As Nekron continues to wage war on life throughout the universe, Hal Jordan discovers the grim, true mission behind the villain’s return. But the truth is so cosmically abysmal that it threatens to expose a secret that could tear the very universe asunder. You can’t miss this stunning, penultimate issue to the year’s biggest event!

This issue will ship with three covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Ivan Reis & Oclair Albert), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Rodolfo Migliari). For every 100 copies of the Standard Edition, retailers may order one copy of the Sketch Variant Edition (with a cover by Ivan Reis).

Blackest Night: JSA #3

Blackest Night: JSA #33 of 3 · 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by James Robinson
Art and cover by Eddy Barrows & Nei Ruffino · Variant cover by Gene Ha

The bloodthirsty combat in Manhattan reaches its stunning conclusion here! Earth-2 Superman returns to prove that the true legacy of the Justice Society of America is death. Can our heroes rise up to defeat their dead mentors, role models and villains? And can even the third- smartest man in the world, Mr. Terrific, devise a way to destroy them – or will Manhattan and the world perish under Nekron’s might?

This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Eddy Barrows & Nei Ruffino), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Gene Ha).

Justice Society of America #36

Justice Society of America #3632 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by Bill Willingham
Art by Jesus Merino
Cover by Jesus Merino

The discovery of exactly who was behind the recent attacks on Obsidian and other members of the Justice Society puts the team on the trail of a true Axis of Evil! This means war!

This Week (Feb 17): Blackest Night: Flash, Tiny Titans

Flash appearances in new comics this week…

Blackest Night: The Flash #3

Blackest Night Flash #3Written by Geoff Johns
Art and cover by Scott Kolins
Variant cover by Francis Manapul

It’s a case of the chicken-or-the-egg as Barry Allen takes on the Black Lantern Reverse-Flash and seeks answers to the very nature of Professor Zoom’s impending resurrection. Plus, the Rogues witness an act so horrifying that it changes one of their own forever.

This issue will ship with two covers. For every 25 copies of the Standard Edition (with a cover by Scott Kolins), retailers may order one copy of the Variant Edition (with a cover by Francis Manapul).

3 of 3 · 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Update: IGN has posted a 5-page preview.

Tiny Titans #25

Tiny Titans #25Written by Art Baltazar, Franco & Geoff Johns Art and cover by Art Baltazar

Special guest co-writer Geoff Johns comes to TINY TITANS, and he’s bringing Superboy along with him! And Superboy’s bringing his bizarro brother Match! And Match… well, Match always brings mischief wherever he goes. Join us for an extra-super issue jam-packed with colored rings and awesome things!

32 pg, FC, $2.50 US

DC Universe: Origins TP

DC Universe: OriginsWritten by Mark Waid, Scott Beatty and Len Wein
Art by various
Cover by Alex Ross

Collecting the origins of over fifty characters from Animal Man to Zatanna, including Batman, Wonder Woman, The Joker and many more, from DC’s hit weekly series 52 and COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS as well as several first seen online, featuring the work of some of comics’ top talents!

144 pg, FC, $14.99 US

Note: It’s interesting to have Flash right there at the front, since neither 52 nor Countdown told any of their origins! Though if I’m not mistaken, this is reused from some other piece.

Final Crisis Aftermath: Dance TP

Final Crisis Aftermath: DanceWritten by Joe Casey
Art by ChrisCross, Eduardo Pansica, Rob Stull and others
Cover by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau

Japan’s Super Young Team just wants to be seen as heroes by their adoring public in this title collecting the 6-issue miniseries. Unfortunately, their part in FINAL CRISIS went unnoticed, and they’ve been reduced to performing at public appearances and on TV. Now, intense media scrutiny and a deadly threat complicates the motives of the team.

144 pg, FC, $17.99 US

Note: The Super Young Team has its own speedster, Well-Spoken Sonic Lightning Flash.

This Week (Feb 10): Titans, All-Stars

Titans #22

Titans #22On sale February 10 · 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US
Written by J.T. Krul
Art by Angel Unzueta & Wayne Faucher
Cover by Angel Unzueta

DC fans won’t want to miss this finale of the two-part “Fractured” story! As the remaining three members of the team are evicted from their New York City headquarters by General Lane, they wonder if there’s anywhere on Earth they can still call home. The answer will surprise you! This issue closes this chapter in the life of the classic Titans team and ushers in an exciting new era in JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA and March’s TITANS ANNUAL that’ll blow your mind!

JSA All-Stars #3

Written by Matthew Sturges – Co-feature written by Jen Van Meter; Art by Freddie Williams II

Co-feature art by Travis Moore and Dan Green Cover by Freddie Williams II
In “Constellations” part 2, the All-Stars are on the trail of the villains who’ve kidnapped one of their own while internal turmoil creates drama in the ranks! And after what went down in the JSA ANNUAL this month, it looks like Magog won’t be on the team much longer!

In the co-feature, Liberty Belle and Hourman trek to Venice alongside Icicle and Tigress in an amazing race to learn the secret of the ancient Staff of Legends!

Super Friends #24

Super Friends #24On sale February 10 · 32 pg, FC, $2.50 US
Written by Sholly Fisch
Art and cover by J. Bone

It’s a super-science conference like none other when all the Mad Scientists gather together on Oolong Island to share their latest inventions — and to plot against the Super Friends!

All-Star Superman Vol.2 TP

All-Star Superman Vol.2Written by Grant Morrison
Art and cove by Frank Quitely

The New York Times bestseller from the team of writer Grant Morrison and artist Frank Quitely (BATMAN & ROBIN) is now in trade paperback!

In this follow-up to the award-winning ALL-STAR SUPERMAN VOL. 1, the Man of Steel goes toe-to-toe with Bizarro, his imperfect duplicate, and the new Zibaro, also from the Bizarro planet. Plus, more exciting adventures that take Superman across the universe and back in these tales from ALL-STAR SUPERMAN #7-12.

On sale February 10 · 160 pg, FC, $12.99 US

Note: During the Bizarro story, Superman meets Bizarro-Flash.