Planetary: Crossing Worlds #[nn]

May 2004 · DC · 14.95 USD; 22.95 CAD

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About this Collection

This collection gathers the interlude issues of Warren Ellis and John Cassaday's acclaimed series, bridging the main storyline with standalone tales that explore the hidden history of the Planetary field team's universe. Crossing Worlds includes the one-shot issues that delve into alternate realities and secret histories, such as the team's encounter with a ghostly spacecraft and a journey into the world of the Justice League of the 1950s. It's a essential companion to the main Planetary narrative, showcasing the series' signature blend of superhero deconstruction and pulp adventure.

In "Planetary/Authority: Ruling the World," Warren Ellis and Phil Jimenez deliver a tense, high-stakes crossover where Planetary infiltrates the Authority's base after a rogue alien threat is unleashed by the Drummer. Unbeknownst to either team, a sudden teleportation strands both groups in the Adirondacks, where they must confront a new, unexpected alien incursion—without knowing who’s friend or foe. The cover by John Cassaday captures the moment with striking, cinematic flair.

Contains 3 stories

Planetary/Authority: Ruling the World

45 pp · Science Fiction, Superhero

The Authority [Jenny SparksApollothe MidnighterSwiftJack Hawksmoorthe Engineerthe Doctor]Planetary [Elijah Snowthe DrummerJakita Wagner]the Snowflake

In "Planetary/Authority: Ruling the World," Planetary infiltrates the Authority's base after a monstrous alien threat is unleashed—set off by the Drummer—only to find themselves mysteriously teleported to the Adirondacks, where they converge with the Authority in a shared mission: stopping another alien incursion. The story unfolds as two teams, each unaware of the other’s presence, face a sudden, unexpected threat in a remote wilderness.

Planetary/JLA: Terra Occulta

49 pp · Science Fiction, Superhero

Bruce WayneClark Kent (presumed to die in this story)Diana PrinceAlfred PennyworthPlanetary [Elijah SnowJakita Wagnerthe DrummerAmbrose Chase (all die in this story)]Dr. Erdel (dies in this story)Barry Allen (cameo, a slain super speedster)an alien [Martian Manhunter] (cameo, dies in this story)slain Green Lanterns [KilowogTomar ReAlan ScottJadeJohn StewartHal JordanGuy GardnerSalakkKyle Rayner] (cameos)other slain beings (all taxidermied) [EclipsoGorilla GroddCyborgMetamorphoSwamp ThingRobotmanPlastic ManDoomsday] (cameos)

Planetary/Batman: Night on Earth

48 pp · Science Fiction, Superhero

Planetary [Elijah SnowJakita Wagnerthe Drummer]BatmanJohn Black