Billy Batson & the Magic of Shazam! #6

In "To Be King," Billy Batson and his sister Mary grapple with the rising threat of Sivana's escape, knowing he now holds their secret identities—while Captain Marvel faces a far more ancient menace in the form of the monstrous King Kull. Written by Art Baltazar and Franco, with art by Stephen DeStefano and colors by Dave Tanguay, this 2009 issue blends familial tension with mythic scale. The cover by J. Bone captures the clash of hero and ancient foe in bold, striking detail.