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Jim Starlin and Mike Mignola team up for a four-part saga in the vein of Starlin's cosmic epics for Marvel, a story that never delves deep into its own planet-protecting potential.

John Ostrander, Len Wein, and John Byrne attempt to create a parable of sorts based on DC's greatest heroes, unfortunately coming up short in deriving meaning from their post-Crisis narrative.

Geoff Johns and Gary Frank reintroduce the Big Red Cheese to the New 52 universe in a story many movie fans may find familiar and entertaining.

Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale shape the early days of Superman in this series, showcasing how a boy from Smallville grows not only into a Man of Steel but into a decent man, with the help of his friends and family.

Mark Millar's take on this Soviet Superman introduces a world freed from the constraints of continuity, reimagining several fan-favorite characters in creative, clever ways and crafting engaging commentary on real-world superpowers.

This "sequel" to Watchmen sees the protagonists and villains of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' classic series collide with the heroes of the DC Universe for a story that tries too hard to live up to its fabled predecessor.

Geoff Johns and Gary Frank retell Superman's origin in this six-issue limited series, playing it safe by injecting as much fan-service as possible.

Mark Waid, Brian Augustyn, and Barry Kitson detail the Justice League of America's early days as Green Lantern, the Flash, Aquaman, Black Canary, and Martian Manhunter learn what it means to serve the world as a team in this twelve-issue series.

This article examines and ranks the 10 sexiest Justice League characters of all time. It provides a brief overview of each lady's personality, background, and general appearance.

Mark Waid updated Superman's origins with this twelve-issue limited series, proving the hero's viability as an inspiring character in the early 2000s

Hal Jordan's start as the Green Lantern of sector 2814 is explored in this limited series, engagingly updating the hero's background, origins, and character for the post-Crisis on Infinite Earths universe

Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' famed annual pictures a Superman who's found his deepest dream, debating the merits of wish fulfillment and drawing out the core of who the Kryptonian hero really is.

Alan Moore and Curt Swan's classic two-parter tells a potential "last Superman story" that encapsulates many of the reasons why readers enjoy the Man of Steel so much

Grant Morrison's grim graphic novel adds depth and history to one of the most famous locations in Batman history... as well as insight into its colorful inhabitants and the Dark Knight himself.

In 1992, DC shocked the world by killing their flagship hero. How does the story of the Man of Steel's demise play out thirty years after its initial publication?

For nearly four decades, Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' comic series has received buckets of praise for its rich narrative and characterization. We'll see how the plot, characters, and details soar in our examination of this epic entry in graphic literature.

In the wake of Jason Todd's death, Batman needed a new Robin. Marv Wolfman introduces Tim Drake in this story arc, creating a new Robin far different from both his predecessors.

This article ranks the 10 sexiest women in the Batman series. It provides a brief overview of each lady's powers, abilities, as well as their overall appearance.

Jim Starlin's controversial story arc saw the Joker murder Jason Todd, the second Robin . . . though Batman fans themselves had a hand to play in the young man's untimely demise.

Frank Miller's seminal classic reimagines Batman as a retired vigilante pulled back into a world of capes and cowls. Featuring a definitive take on the Caped Crusader, Miller's series inspired generations of readers and writers in a story consistently hailed as the greatest Batman story ever told.

John Byrne's seminal limited series updated Superman's origin for an entire generation. How does Byrne give the timeless tale of an earth-sent orphan from Krypton a facelift for the 1980s?

Frank Miller's post-Crisis take on Batman's origins remains one of the best renditions of the Dark Knight's early days of crimefighting

Marv Wolfman and George Perez's classic saga saw worlds collide and universes decimated, but how do characters express their humanity and heroics amidst all the chaos and carnage?

You can't throw a stone in the DC Universe without hitting someone with "star" in their name: Starman, Star Girl, Star Boy, the Star-Spangled Kid—there are so many. Here is what they're all about.

Batman is dead, and friends and foes alike are attending his funeral, telling stories about him, how he lived and how he died as Bruce watches from the "afterlife." Are Neil Gaiman's "Batman" stories worth your time and money? Let's find out!

Look out, Gotham, there's a new Batman and Robin in town to fight crime. Dick Grayson and Damian Wayne take up the mantle of Batman and Robin, but so are Red Hood and Scarlet. Which team will protect Gotham from criminals? Is this graphic novel worth your time and money? Let's find out!

Dick Grayson is "fired" from being Robin by Batman. Now he has to discover what he's going to do with his life and how he's going to continue helping others by fighting crime. Is this classic "Nightwing" story worth your time and money? Let's find out!

Batman, Jim Gordon, and Harvey Dent take on the mob in Gotham while a mysterious serial killer murders mobsters on holidays. This is the origin story of Harvey Dent/Two-Face and shows how he came to be. Is this graphic novel worth your time and money? Let's find out!

This comic book series from AfterShock kicks off with an exciting, intriguing first chapter. Spoilers follow.

This article examines the 10 sexiest women of DC Comics. It provides a detailed analysis of each character's powers and abilities, personality, and general appearance.

Dick Grayson once again dons his "Nightwing" costume as he attempts to sabotage the Court of Owls from the inside. He is partnered with the mysterious vigilante Raptor, but Raptor has his own agenda. And what is Raptor's connection to Dick? is this graphic novel worth your time? Let's find out!

Dick Grayson has grown tired of performing the same acrobatic routine for small crowds. He wants to find his own way in the world outside of being a "Flying Grayson." He stumbles onto a mysterious Lost Carnival and meets a mysterious girl named Lucina. Is this YA graphic novel worth your time?

Writer Chuck Dixon introduces readers to Bane in this one-shot, delving into the villain's deep and dark history, from his tormented childhood to his first interaction with the man who will become his greatest opponent: Batman.

While superheroes do their best to not only save the world and fight crime, one of the few nuisances in their lives is the plague of omniscient imps, thunderbolts and djinns. Here's more about the ones from DC.

Discover Shazam's most relevant stories—those you would want to read before seeing the movie.

Is this graphic novel worth your time and money? Let's find out! Bruce Wayne reveals his plans to revitalize Gotham City; soon after, a mysterious assassin tries to kill him. Batman begins to search for the mysterious Court of Owls.

Discover Aquaman’s most relevant comics, those you would want to read before heading to the theatre.

Batman's enemies try to attack him psychologically. Will they succeed in breaking him? Is Grant Morrison's graphic novel worth your time and money? Let's find out!

Count down and examine the ten most interesting Batman villains ever created!

This article includes a list of all the characters who have owned the title of Robin and their most relevant stories.

This is my no-spoilers review of "Batman #50: The Wedding."

Don't meet your childhood heroes? Or maybe just don't think about them too hard.

In the midst of a stagnant and depressed world, heroes like Batman, Robin, and Lao Tzu (Laozi) teach us that true strength comes from within. It is up to us to fix the problems we see in the world. The world is a battleground. If we don't take action, darkness will win.

"It's Superman" by Tom De Haven takes the popular character back to his roots, but does so in a way that's more in keeping with modern versions of Superman rather than with his comic book origins.

Dick Grayson as Batman must solve a mysterious murder and also must investigate a man known as "the Dealer." Is Scott Snyder's graphic novel worth your time and money?

Explore two ambiguous acts contained in the acclaimed comic "Batman: The Killing Joke"!

The animal kingdom of the DC Universe is a strange and sometimes dangerous thing. Come as we explore the problems and perils of some of the animal companions. Tread carefully.

Characters like The Swamp Thing, Animal Man, Aquaman, and The Flash had simplistic origins that evolved into more sophisticated backstories. In them, we find a new wrinkle in the way their powers work

This is a forgettable graphic novel by Kevin Smith. If it had better artwork, it would be worth buying.

D.C. Comics' "The House of Mystery" book is an example of solid genre fiction published in the 1970s that kept the lost artistry of comic book horror anthologies alive.