Justice League of America #25

Lord Havok dominates this extra-sized anniversary cover, crackling with lightning as he looms over a struggling Black Canary and a crouching Batman, his skull-like mask and dark cape radiating an unmistakable menace — and his boast of "My World, My Rule" makes the stakes immediately clear. Mikel Janín's cover art frames the threat with real energy, setting the stage for "New Life and Death Part One" with three figures whose body language tells a story all on its own. Steve Orlando and the creative team deliver this milestone 25th issue as a proper event, and the promise of Lord Havok's return gives JLA fans plenty of reason to dive right in.