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Cover: Kevin Maguire & Joe Rubinstein

Formerly Known as the Justice League #[nn]

May 2004 · DC · 12.95 USD; 19.95 CAD
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This 2004 collection reprints the six-issue miniseries by Keith Giffen, J.M. DeMatteis, and Kevin Maguire, reuniting the classic Justice League International cast. The story follows the former Leaguers as they launch a new superhero team under the corporate sponsorship of a fast-food chain, blending the series' trademark humor with character-driven plots. It serves as a direct sequel to the creators' earlier Justice League work, featuring characters like Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, and Fire and Ice.

In "A[another] New Beginning," the remnants of the former Justice League—now scattered and wary—break free from captivity just in time to stop Mary Marvel from killing Captain Atom, whose body is dangerously leaking radiation. As the team regroups, a massive spaceship descends on their headquarters, shattering the fragile calm. Written by Keith Giffen and J. M. DeMatteis, with dynamic art by Kevin Maguire and inks by Joe Rubinstein, this 2004 issue marks a pivotal shift in the team's story, all wrapped in a cover by Maguire and Rubinstein.

Contains 6 stories
A[nother] New Beginning
22 pp · Superhero
Manga Khan (voice only)Hein-9 (voice only)Max LordL-RonTed Kord [Blue Beetle]Sue DibnyRalph Dibny [Elongated Man]Beatriz DaCosta [Fire]Captain Atom [Nathaniel Adam]Man O' WarMichael Carter [Booster Gold]Captain Marvel [Billy Batson]Mary Marvel [Mary Batson]

In "A[nother] New Beginning," Max and L-Ron assemble a team of former Justice League members for a fresh mission, only to be taken aback when a surprising new recruit steps forward—ready to join their cause.

Deja Vu All Over Again
22 pp · Superhero
Manga Khan (voice only)Hein-9 (voice only)Sue DibnyFire [Beatriz DaCosta]Elongated Man [Ralph Dibny]Max LordL-RonOberon (cameo)Captain Atom [Nathaniel Adam]Mary MarvelBlue Beetle [Ted Kord]Booster Gold [Michael Carter]E Street Bloodsuckers [MosesJeromeSamuelLawrence]Mrs. MaloneMiss Tuttle

In "Deja Vu All Over Again," the former members of the Justice League reunite at their new inner-city headquarters, where they're met with cautious eyes from the local community—especially the E Street Bloodsuckers, a gang of brilliant teens with a reputation that precedes them. The story captures the tension and possibility of this uneasy first meeting, where past legacies and present realities collide.

Dead Man's Hand
22 pp · Superhero
Max LordCaptain Atom [Nathaniel Adam]Mary MarvelBlue Beetle [Ted Kord]Booster Gold [Michael Carter]Fire [Beatriz DaCosta]L-RonElongated Man [Ralph Dibny]Sue DibnyHermanLamontRouletteMr. KrakenWillieCrime Doctor (cameo)Brain Storm (cameo)Dr. Spectro (cameo)Dummy (cameo)Warp (cameo)Trident (cameo)Tobias Whale (cameo)Wizard (cameo)Wonder Woman (poster)Batman (poster)Superman (poster)Lobo (poster)
Untitled Superhero story
22 pp · Superhero
Fire [Beatriz DaCosta]Booster Gold [Michael Carter]Blue Beetle [Ted Kord]Elongated Man [Ralph Dibny]Captain Atom [Nathaniel Adam]Mary MarvelManga KhanJ-LoRouletteMr. KrakenFlash [Wally West] (cameo)Martian Manhunter (cameo)Batman [Bruce Wayne] (cameo)Dr. Alchemy (cameo)Calculator (cameo)Bug-Eyed Bandit (cameo)Mr. Terrific [Terry Sloane] (portrait)

In "null," the remnants of the Justice League regroup after a harrowing escape, racing to stop Mary Marvel from killing Captain Atom—only to find him dangerously unstable, his body leaking radiation. Just as they regroup, Roulette snaps them back to their headquarters, where they’re met with the sudden, ominous arrival of a massive alien spaceship.

The Wrath of Manga Khan
22 pp · Superhero
Booster Gold [Michael Carter]Blue Beetle [Ted Kord]Captain Atom [Nathaniel Adam]Fire [Beatriz DaCosta]Elongated Man [Ralph Dibny]Mary MarvelSue DibnyMax LordL-RonJ-LoG'NortOracle [Barbara Gordon]Manga KhanMartian ManhunterBatman [Bruce Wayne]

In "The Wrath of Manga Khan," Booster Gold and Blue Beetle rush to get medical help for Captain Atom, while Fire, Elongated Man, and Mary Marvel face off against the formidable Manga Khan, who demands a dangerous trade: G'Nort for L-Ron. The tension escalates as the Justice League's newest threats collide with old alliances in a high-stakes standoff.

A League of Their Own
22 pp · Superhero
Mary MarvelElongated Man [Ralph Dibny]Sue DibnyFire [Beatriz DaCosta]L-RonMax LordBooster Gold [Michael Carter]Blue Beetle [Ted Kord]G'NortJ-LoManga KhanJustice League of America [Plastic Man [Eel O'Brian]Wonder Woman [Diana]Flash [Wally West]Martian ManhunterBatman [Bruce Wayne]]

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Full credits

letterer Bob Lappan
cover pencils Kevin Maguire
cover inks Joe Rubinstein

Reprints

↩ Reprints Formerly Known as the Justice League #1 (2003), Formerly Known as the Justice League #2 (2003), Formerly Known as the Justice League #3 (2003), Formerly Known as the Justice League #4 (2003), Formerly Known as the Justice League #5 (2004), Formerly Known as the Justice League #6 (2004)

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