Helmet of Fate: Ibis the Invincible #1

Part of DC's 2007 "Helmet of Fate" event, this one-shot puts the mystical spotlight squarely on Ibis the Invincible — shown here in striking golden armor, surging forward with a glowing staff crackling with energy, newspaper scraps scattering in his wake. Looming in the background are three figures: a wide-eyed woman, a masked man, and an ape, hinting at the colorful cast surrounding this ancient champion. Writer Tad Williams and artist Phil Winslade bring a polished, dynamic energy to the cover that makes "Born in the East" a compelling entry point for anyone curious about this corner of DC's magical universe.