Doctor Fate #2
This volume collects issues #7-12 of the 2016 Doctor Fate series, continuing the adventures of Khalid Nassour as the new Doctor Fate. The story arc, 'Prisoners of the Past,' sees Khalid grappling with the legacy of the Helm of Fate while facing ancient threats tied to his own history and the chaos of the present day. Written by Paul Levitz with art by various artists, this trade paperback delves deeper into the mystical side of the DC Universe.
In "Divine Guidance," Doctor Fate confronts a dangerous resurgence of ancient forces when Egyptian general Caesar and his spectral centurions are summoned by a modern-day fanatic seeking to resurrect a lost empire. Written by Paul Levitz and illustrated by Sonny Liew, this 2016 issue delivers a striking blend of mystical tension and geopolitical intrigue, with Liew’s dynamic art and Lee Loughridge’s evocative colors bringing the clash of past and present to life. The cover by Sonny Liew captures the moment’s gravity with haunting precision.
In "Protest," Doctor Fate’s attempt to heal the world brings him to a tense demonstration at the United Nations, where he intervenes to save Jo from danger. But when he discovers other protest leaders imprisoned at the Egyptian consulate, guarded and hidden from view, his mission takes a sudden, unsettling turn.
In "Great Caesar's Ghost," Jo confronts a dangerous resurrection when an Egyptian general unleashes the spirit of Caesar and his ghostly centurions, hoping to restore Egypt’s glory through chaos at the United Nations. With the weight of history and power threatening to spiral out of control, Fate steps in to sever the general’s connection to the ancient force and stop the rampage before it’s too late.
In "Endings," Dr. Fate races to protect the dean’s ba during a pivotal expulsion hearing, only to return home to find his world shifting—Khalid, newly allowed to stay in med school, is introduced to his uncle, Kent Nelson. The story unfolds with quiet intensity, weaving ancient magic into a moment of personal revelation.
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