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Cover: J. G. Jones

52 #36

Mar 2007 · DC · 2.50 USD; 3.50 CAD
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In "How to Win a War in Space," the latest chapter of the 52 series brings a high-stakes cosmic conflict into sharp focus, blending interstellar intrigue with the series’ signature serialized momentum. With a striking cover by J. G. Jones and a mix of in-house promotions ranging from Batman: Year One to Superman/Batman vs Aliens/Predator, this 2007 issue captures the era’s pop-culture pulse with a mix of fan service and narrative depth.

Contains 2 stories
How to Win a War in Space
20 pp · Superhero
Animal Man [Buddy Baker]Renée MontoyaVic Sage [Question]Starfire [Koriand'r]Adam StrangeCliff BakerEllen BakerRip HunterKate Kane [Batwoman]LoboOsirisSobekSupernovaLady StyxSkeetsMaxine Baker (cameo)

In "How to Win a War in Space," Adam's team faces a brutal showdown with Lady Styx, paying a heavy price as one of their own falls in the fight. Meanwhile, Montoya sets off once more toward the elusive Nanda Parbat, Osiris turns to his sole confidant for support, and Rip Hunter finally steps into the fray—just as the stakes in the war across the stars reach a breaking point.

The Origin of Power Girl
2 pp · Superhero
Power GirlGreen Lantern [Alan Scott]Stargirl [Courtney Whitmore]Supergirl [Kara Zor-El]Superman [Clark KentKal-L]Superman [Clark KentKal-El]

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Full credits

writer Greg Rucka
writer Mark Waid
artist Jamal Igle
colorist David Baron
letterer Pat Brosseau
cover pencils, inks J. G. Jones

Reprints

Reprinted in 52 #3 (2007), 52: The Covers #[nn] (2007), 52 #9 (2008), 52 #10 (2008), DC Universe: Origins #[nn] (2010), The 52 Omnibus #[nn] (2013), 52 #2 (2017), DC Comics Graphic Novel Collection Premiumband #7 (2017), Black Adam: Rise and Fall of an Empire #[nn] (2022)

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