Crime Syndicate #4
In "First in War, First in Pieces Part 1," the Crime Syndicate’s reign of infamy takes a darker turn as Johnny Quick and Atomica unleash a brutal rampage, prompting Emerald Knight to seize control of Coast City. With tensions rising, Owlman and Superwoman turn to Ultraman to consolidate power among the Syndicate, while Alexander Luthor begins assembling a counter-team of heroes to challenge the villainous metas. Written by Andy Schmidt and illustrated by Kieran McKeown, with inks by Dexter Vines and colors by Steve Oliff and Dan Kemp, this pivotal issue sees the fractured alliances of the DC Universe begin to splinter. The cover by Howard Porter captures the escalating chaos.
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After saving the world from Starro, the metas enjoy their infamy. When Johnny Quick and Atomica go on a murderous spree and Emerald Knight decides to take control of Coast City, Owlman and Superwoman decide to enlist the aide of Ultraman to help them gain control of the other metas. Meanwhile, Alexander Luthor decides to build his own team of heroes to stand against the villainous metas.
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