Teen Titans #12

A 48-page special kicking off a four-part saga, Teen Titans #12 brings together the classic and contemporary lineups under the ominous subtitle "Deadly Reunion." The cover by Dan Jurgens and George Pérez places a commanding Nightwing front and center in his sleek black-and-blue costume, while behind him the original Teen Titans — Robin, Kid Flash, Wonder Girl, and Aqualad — struggle against an unseen threat beneath the looming visage of a ghostly skull. It's a striking generational contrast that sets the tone for "Titans Then & Now," and with Jurgens, Pérez, Kane, and Giordano all on board, 1997 DC readers had every reason to dive in.