Cover: Alex Maleev

Checkmate #5

Dec 2021 · DC · 3.99 USD

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In Checkmate #5, the team is suddenly ambushed at their headquarters and teleported across the globe, forcing a desperate scramble to regroup. With Daemon Rose—revealed as Lois Lane’s brother—helping his sister flee a relentless pursuit, the surviving agents rally at the Hall of Justice, bracing for Leviathan’s next move. Written by Brian Michael Bendis and illustrated with sharp, atmospheric detail by Alex Maleev, the cover by Maleev captures the tension of a world on edge.

writer Brian Michael Bendis · artist, inker Alex Maleev · colorist Dave Stewart · letterer Josh Reed · cover Alex Maleev

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Full credits

writer Brian Michael Bendis

artist, inker Alex Maleev

colorist Dave Stewart

letterer Josh Reed

cover pencils, inks Alex Maleev

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Leviathan strikes at Checkmate headquarters and teleports the team halfway around the world. Daemon Rose, revealed as Lois Lane's brother, helps his sister escape, but they are pursued by Leviathan. Checkmate regroups at the Hall of Justice, preparing for Leviathan's next attack.

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