Written by Jim Krueger & Alex Ross
Art by Doug Braithwaite; Alex Ross; & Todd Klein
Cover Art by Alex Ross
SUMMARY:
Published for August 2007 by DC Comics, this year-long series concludes with “Chapter 12.” Locating the Toyman, Superman coordinates the Justice League’s efforts to thwart Brainiac’s scheme. Batman, the Atom, & Martian Manhunter force a captive Lex Luthor and Gorilla Grodd into cooperation. Aquaman infiltrates Atlantis to rescue his infant son from Black Manta’s forces. With her life force running out, a decaying Wonder Woman seeks one last showdown with Cheetah.
Green Lantern Hal Jordan risks imminent death by pushing his power ring beyond its 24-hour recharge. Superman, Zatanna Zatara, and Red Tornado must make a desperate a gambit in Earth’s orbit. Wonder Woman’s fate is revealed. In an unusually optimistic and talkative mood, Batman acknowledges to Alfred how the League’s recent experiences have ensured a chance for a far greater future.
REVIEW:
Co-writers Jim Krueger and Alex Ross concoct a glorious final chapter to satisfyingly resolve a number of sub-plots. Epitomizing this star-studded series’ ambitious reach, their storytelling teamwork is most impressive. Even more so, the art team’s visuals (including the Alex Ross cover image) are absolutely stellar. By assembling such a complete creative package, Justice # 12 proves itself as flawless DC entertainment.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
From the Batcomputer’s private files, single-page profiles of Zatanna Zatara and the Joker includes Batman’s insights of them. In the single-page “DC Nation” column, DC editor Matt Idelson reveals the three options comic book companies have when a series is running behind schedule.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 10 Stars
