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The May solicits for DC comics have been released and there is a whole heck of a lot of news to cover. To see all the books on sale that month head here:
https://www.newsarama.com/
First off, the Supergirl solicit (after the cut) doesn't sound like anything is being pushed forward in any significant way. In fact, there is a line there that just makes me think that the creative team is treading the 'will Supergirl cross the line' story which never seems to work.
May brings us the end of Heroes in Crisis, a book which hasn't caught the world on fire. I wonder if this would have been better received if DC hadn't hyped it as the end all, be all. It also is the beginning of DCEASED, a DC zombie event written by Tom Taylor. I love Taylor but loathe zombies. And that feels so 2005. And, in theory, Doomsday Clock #11 is on the list.
But the big news for super-fans is buried in the Leviathan special solicit below. That news should make people smile broadly!
On to the books.
SUPERGIRL #30
written by MARC ANDREYKO
art by KEVIN MAGUIRE
cover by YANICK PAQUETTE
variant cover by AMANDA CONNER
If you want to do something right, do it yourself—the crystalline Lord Gandelo is tired of sending others to kill Supergirl and has arrived to destroy the Girl of Steel herself! It’s an all-out fight as crystal battles steel—and Supergirl must choose between avenging Krypton and sparing a wicked life.
I suppose facing off against Gandelo means the arc might be coming to a close. But the idea that Kara has to decide not to kill Gandelo means once more Andreyko is trying to makes us look at Kara as an agent of vengeance and a killer, this after last issue she declares she isn't a killer.
I have said before. I'lls say now. And I know I'll say again. Dark Supergirl doesn't work.
At least Kevin Maguire is back on art. And I love this Amanda Conner variant.
SUPERMAN: LEVIATHAN RISING SPECIAL #1
written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS,
MATT FRACTION, GREG RUCKA and MARC ANDREYKO
art by YANICK PAQUETTE, STEVE LIEBER and MIKE PERKINS
cover by YANICK PAQUETTE
An all-star roster of writers and artists highlight the new threat of Leviathan, but also tees up new ongoing series for Jimmy Olsen by writer Matt Fraction and artist Steve Lieber, and Lois Lane by writer Greg Rucka and artist Mike Perkins, coming in June! As Leviathan enacts a plan to take down Superman, it’s up to Lois, Jimmy and the heroes of the DC Universe to rescue the Man of Steel.
It's a hefty $9.99. But it is also a Prestige Format book, one of my favorite ways for books to be released. And finally the threaty of Leviathan comes to the forefront of the Superman books. What do you think is happening on the cover? Is that some Krypt
But did you read the real news in there.
A Jimmy Olsen book is coming written by Matt Fraction and drawn by Steve Lieber. Woo hoo! I have been a Fraction fan since his work on Casanova at Image. I can't wait to see his take on Mr. Action. And a Lois Lane book by Greg Rucka and Mike Perkins! Maybe we'll get the Lois we deserve!
ACTION COMICS #1011
written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
art and cover by STEVE EPTING
variant cover by FRANCIS MANAPUL
Leviathan wins! After the destruction of anyone and everyone who could stand in its way—from Lois Lane’s military father, Sam Lane, to agencies such as Spyral and Checkmate—the newly reorganized and amped-up evil organization stands ready to topple even the Man of Steel! With a shocking conclusion that’ll affect the entire DC Universe over the summer, don’t miss the epic and unexpected conclusion to “Leviathan Rising.”
Great cover showing the weight of this Leviathan problem. Usually a shocking conclusion means a character death. Any thoughts? Amanda Waller? Ra's?
I do like the stories we have seen in Action of 'regular crime' and how it still can hinder Superman. Leviathan is basically super-organized crime.
SUPERMAN #11
written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
art and cover by IVAN REIS and JOE PRADO
variant cover by ADAM HUGHES
Named one of the best books of the year by Paste Magazine, Comics Beat and others, the Unity Saga continues! The drama of the House of El tears the galaxy in half as Superman and his son are forced to confront his father about the secrets of Krypton in front of the gathered heads of the galaxy. Superman makes a bold choice that will forever change his relationship to the Earth, the Justice League and his family! Witness one of the most important chapters in Superman history!
Even though Supergirl is on the cover, I don't think she is back on Earth. Too bad.
This seems to be wrapping up both the Jor-El arc and giving us some Rogol Zaar answers, so I suppose I have to be happy we are potentially putting that stuff behind us. But a new relationship with Earth and the JLA? Hope it isn't some 'I consider myself a Kryptonian first' sentiment.
Just had to share this Fleisher Studios 'Mechanical Monsters' homage cover by Adam Hughes for Superman #11. Too delicious.
ADVENTURES OF THE SUPER SONS #10
written by PETER J. TOMASI
art by CARLO BARBERI and MATT SANTORELLI
cover by DAN MORA
It’s the runaway train from hell! Superboy and Robin better hold on for dear life as they ride a 20-megaton cosmic engine of mass combustion (that’s a pun!) into their final battle with Rex Luthor! But Rex has got a brand-new army of shiny young super-villains ready to conquer all they survey…will the son of Batman and the son of Superman be enough to stop him?
Well, the Gang is still around. Looks like we'll get Kid Doomsday, Lil Clayface, and other new villains. And that sure looks like Earth. No surprise as we are nearing the end of this title.
Wonder how this will all end up. Sad to see this take on Jon and Damian end.
Anything else I missed?
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