The Fatal Five concoct a time-travel scheme to wipe out the Legion by neutralizing Superboy in the 20th century. The Legionnaires stretch out to fill this whole issue, their second as Superboy’s cover co-stars. Writer Cary Bates and artist Dave Cockrum again do the honors.
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The villainous Tyr kidnaps and brainwashes Timber Wolf, then sends him on a mission to execute the Legion! The 30th-century’s favorite teens earn cover co-star status with this issue, under the guidance of Cary Bates and rising star Dave Cockrum.
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The fingerprints of Charles Dickens are all over this DC reprint digest, as the Victorian author’s classic tale serves as inspiration for more than one story. (Except for Jack Kirby’s Bronze Age Sandman adventure, of course, a story widely distributed for the first time in this issue.)
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When the relocation of ancient statues puts the Immortals of Cy-Tor at risk, the aliens are forced into action against Batman, Robin and Superman. A snoozy story from Bob Haney has its moments, but bland art from Curt Swan and Al Milgrom doesn’t help this dated affair.
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Batman enlists Deadman in an investigation of a criminal enterprise – but will a ghostly romance get in the way? A surprisingly strong Deadman story from Bob Haney with typically amazing art from Bat-legend Jim Aparo.
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When the Earth is hurled out of its orbit at light speed, “60 sensational super-stars” team to save the day. Paul Kupperberg and Paul Levitz do a fine job with the story, but it’s the art of Joe Staton that makes this issue something special.
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B-list villain Dr. Death holds Gotham – including Batman and Robin – hostage with a deadly allergen. A surprisingly weak 45th-anniversary outing for DC’s flagship Detective Comics. Creative talent includes Gerry Conway, Gene Colan, Klaus Janson and others.
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Princess Diana inspires some of history’s greatest heroes to help the Amazons repel Ares’ invasion of Paradise Island. This issue reprints a surprisingly epic adventure from Wonder Woman #183-184, crafted by writer/artist Mike Sekowsky.
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At different points throughout its future, humanity recalls legends of Superman, champion of “truth, justice and the American way.” This anniversary issues – featuring an all-star cast of artists and several strong short stories from Elliot S. Maggin – earns a rare A+ grade.
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Hephaestus attacks Wonder Woman with an emotion-fueled flame device he hopes will gain him favor with Ares, god of war. An oddly average comic by the team of Martin Pasko, José Delbo and Vince Colletta.
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