DC Comics Presents: Darkseid War 100-Page Super Spectacular #1

Feb 2016 · DC · 7.99 USD

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In "Orion Fights for Earth!", Jack Kirby’s original vision unfolds as the epic clash between New Genesis and Apokolips is revealed through a pivotal moment in their history—detailing the uneasy truce forged between Izaya and Darkseid. With Kirby’s dynamic art and Mike Royer’s precise inks, this super spectacular captures the mythic scale of the conflict, setting the stage for a battle that echoes across the cosmos. Ryan Sook’s striking cover perfectly encapsulates the intensity of the war-torn worlds.

Contains 4 stories

Orion Fights for Earth!

23 pp · Superhero

Orion (intro, first appearance)Lightray (intro)Metron (intro)Highfather [Izaya the Inheritor] (intro)DarkseidKalibak (intro)Victor Lanza (intro)Claudia Shane (intro)Dave Lincoln (intro)Harvey Lockman (intro)The "Source" (intro)New Genesis (intro)Apokolips (intro)

Orion Fights for Earth! finds Orion, wielder of the Astro Force, summoned to New Genesis by High-Father and guided by Metron to learn his true purpose from the Source. Sent to Apokolips, Orion uncovers Darkseid’s plan to invade Earth and mind-scan every human in search of the Anti-Life Equation’s secret, freeing Lanza, Shane, Lincoln, and Lockman before fleeing to protect the planet.

In Search of a Dream!

24 pp · Superhero

The Forever People [Big BearVykin the BlackMark MoonriderSerifanBeautiful Dreamer]IntergangDarkseidSupermanJimmy OlsenThe Infinity ManMother Box

In "In Search of a Dream!", the Forever People journey from New Genesis to Earth via a boom tube, seeking help from Superman to rescue their companion, Beautiful Dreamer, who’s been captured by Darkseid. The tyrant, misled by a dangerous rumor, believes she holds the key to the Anti-Life Equation, plunging the team into a high-stakes mission across realms.

Murder Missile Trap!

22 pp · Superhero

Mister Miracle [Scott Free]OberonMister Miracle [Thaddeus Brown]IntergangSteel HandStuka

The Pact!

24 pp · Superhero

Orion (origin)MetronIzayaMr. Miracle [Scott Free] (origin)Granny GoodnessDarkseidHeggraTigraAviaSteppenwolf (intro)Parademons

In "The Pact!", the ancient rivalry between New Genesis and Apokolips is explored through the pivotal agreement forged between Izaya and Darkseid, a fragile truce born of necessity and ambition. This story delves into the origins of their uneasy peace, revealing how two opposing forces found common ground in the shadow of war.