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Exclusive Preview: JUSTICE LEAGUE #18 and JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA'S VIBE #2

This week on THE SOURCE, we’re giving you a double dose of exclusive previews courtesy of the Justice League and Justice League of America!

After the shocking events of “Throne of Atlantis,” the World’s Greatest Superheroes have decided to expand their ranks. This month, Cyborg uses the Grid to summon up and coming heroes from throughout the DC Universe to the Watchtower for a once in a lifetime opportunity! Who will answer the call? And more importantly, who will be inducted as a full-time member of the League? Plus, don’t miss another thrilling chapter of Shazam! Written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Jesus Saiz and Gary Frank, JUSTICE LEAGUE #18 hits stores tomorrow.

Meanwhile, in JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA’S VIBE, Cisco begins his new job as Detroit’s urban hero and a member of the Justice League. But when things don’t go as planned, he begins to have doubts about being a hero in the first place. Will Cisco be able to find the hero within in time for the JLA’s first press conference? Find out in JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA’S VIBE #2, in stores tomorrow, written by Geoff Johns and Andrew Kreisberg, and illustrated by Pete Woods, Andres Guinaldo, Sean Parsons and Bit.

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Exclusive Preview of DC UNIVERSE PRESENTS #0!

In stores tomorrow, DC UNIVERSE PRESENTS #0 is a special over-sized anthology issue that reveals the origins and secrets of O.M.A.C., Mister Terrific, Hawk & Dove, Blackhawks, and Deadman!

See the origins of O.M.A.C. and the purpose behind the Eye’s creation. Mister Terrific travels into the 9th Dimension to see his past, present and future and discovers a secret about his own son! Hawk and Dove’s origins are revealed but will the delicate balance of war and peace be maintained or will war finally crush peace once and for all? The Blackhawks complete their first mission – will all the members survive it? And finally, when Deadman is transported into the body of the man who killed him, will he seek revenge or find forgiveness in his heart?

DC UNIVERSE PRESENTS #0 comes to you from the creative team of Keith Giffen, Dan DiDio, and Scott Koblish (O.M.A.C.), James Robinson and Tom Derenick (Mister Terrific), Rob Liefeld and Marat Mychaels (Hawk & Dove), Tony Bedard, Carlos Rodriguez, and BIT (Blackhawks), and Tony Bedard and Scott McDaniel (Deadman). Click here to see an exclusive preview of the issue.

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DC Universe Presents, O.M.A.C., Mister Terrific, Hawk & Dove, Blackhawks, deadman, keith giffen, dan didio, scott koblish, James Robinson, tom derenick, Rob Liefeld, Marat Mychaels, tony bedard, Carlos Rodriguez, bit, scott mcdaniel

Exclusive Preview of T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS #6

Fans of T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS have already seen guest artwork by the likes of artists such as Walter Simonson, Jerry Ordway, Sam Kieth and Mike Choi. Joining writer Nick Spencer and artist Wes Craig this time around for the final issue of the series is original T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS artist CAFU in a sequence that continues a scene that began all the way back in the first issue of volume 1 of the series.

“One of my favorite aspects of this series is the use of classic comic artists to illustrate the flashbacks, and it's been a kick to see my work alongside some real legends over the course of our six issues,” series artist Wes Craig told THE SOURCE. “I think it was a great idea to use CAFU in that role for the finale to bring it all together, especially when you see how this last issue is tied in to the initial run that Nick and CAFU did.”

"First of all, I want to say that T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS is one of the books I'm most proud of, so when Nick and (editor) Wil Moss asked me and (colorist) Santiago Arcas to illustrate a part of the last issue, it felt like an honor,” CAFU said to THE SOURCE. “Also, this book was the first chance I had to work with characters I had designed myself, so I'm quite fond of them, and the truth is, I was starting to miss them already.

After having worked on GRIFTER and BLACKHAWKS (and in Santiago Arcas' case, RESURRECTION MAN) it was a lot of fun to be using the style we used a bit more than a year and a half ago (in fact, our idea was to try and do the pages as if time didn't pass and we had never stopped drawing T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS).

I'm very happy to have been a part of this book, and especially, to have been given the chance to say goodbye to my beloved Colleen Franklin. These characters deserved a grand finale and I think Nick has nailed it AGAIN. I hope you like it as much as I have!"

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS #6, written by Nick Spencer and illustrated by Wes Craig, CAFU and BIT, is in stores today. And don’t miss the backup story about the Undersea Agent from writer Michael Uslan and artist Trevor McCarthy. Click here to see an exclusive preview of the issue.

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“We’re trying to create the definitive version of the character!” - CAFU

(GRIFTER #1 cover by CAFU and BIT)

Get ready to meet Grifter. Part fugitive. Part alien hunter. All sweet talker.

We caught up with GRIFTER artist CAFU (SUPERBOY, T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS) for a sneak peek into his latest project.

THE SOURCE: What about DC's new 52 titles excites you the most?

CAFU: Grant Morrison on Action Comics, no doubt about it!

How and why are you shaking up the series' status quo?

From the start, we were given freedom to create this new Grifter as part of the DCU, so I think I can say we're trying to create the definitive version of the character!

What new characters will debut in the series?

I don't think we can reveal too much for now, but I would have to pick the new Daemonites (I love them!)

Will we see new character designs?

Absolutely. All characters will be redesigned to help give the book a more realistic and adult tone.

What's the first line of dialogue in the first issue?

Funny enough, the first line of dialogue is "Mr. Harras, your vodka and tonic."

What's the biggest surprise you've had working on this character/book?

I'd say the tone Nathan (the writer) is looking to give the series and the ideas he has for this initial story arc. I hope you like them as much as I do!!

What secret has been the hardest to keep?

The most difficult part has been to hide everything that was cooking at DC, when everybody suspected something big was coming (and of course, people didn't stop asking!)

What’s the unofficial tagline for this series, in your own words?

I'd say: PURE, HARDCORE ACTION, REALISTIC AND CRUDE.

What were your thoughts about the day-and-date digital announcement?

It's been really exciting to see all the reactions on the Internet during the days around the announcement and the big reaction from the DC fans. I've loved having the feeling of being witness (and part of) a special time in the history of superhero comic books.

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September's THE EDGE Solicits

STORMWATCH #1

Written by PAUL CORNELL

Art and cover by MIGUEL SEPULVEDA

On sale SEPTEMBER 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T+

They are Stormwatch, a dangerous super human police force whose existence is kept secret from the world Directly following the ominous events of SUPERMAN #1, Adam One leads half the Stormwatch team to recover the [INFORMATION REDACTED] from deep in the Himalayas. Meanwhile, Jack Hawksmoor and the rest of the Stormwatch crew look to recruit two of the deadliest super humans on the planet: Midnighter and Apollo! And if they say no? Perhaps the Martian Manhunter can change their minds...

GRIFTER #1

Written by NATHAN EDMONDSON

Art by CAFU

Cover by CAFU and BIT

On sale SEPTEMBER 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

The DCU’s most wanted man stars in his own series!

Cole Cash is a charming grifter few can resist. And yet he’s about to be branded a serial killer when he begins hunting and exterminating inhuman creatures hidden in human form – creatures only he can see!

Can the biggest sweet talker of all time talk his way out of this one when even his brother thinks he’s gone over the edge?

DEATHSTROKE #1

Written by KYLE HIGGINS

Art by JOE BENNETT and ART THIBERT

Cover by SIMON BISLEY

On sale SEPTEMBER 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T+

“Friends die, family disappoints, but a legacy... That lives forever.”

Slade Wilson is the best mercenary in the DCU, and he’s been doing this a long time. Some might say too long. But they’ll learn: Never turn your back on Deathstroke the Terminator. He won’t quit, no matter how high the stakes. Kyle Higgins (BATMAN: GATES OF GOTHAM) and Joe Bennett (TEEN TITANS) team up to bring you the finest in mayhem and gore.

SUICIDE SQUAD #1

Written by ADAM GLASS

Art by MARCO RUDY

Cover by RYAN BENJAMIN

On sale SEPTEMBER 14 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T+

They’re a team of death-row super villains recruited by the government to take on missions so dangerous – they’re sheer suicide!

Harley Quinn! Deadshot! King Shark! Defeated and imprisoned, they’re being interrogated about their mission – and about who’s pulling the strings behind this illegal operation. Who will be the first to crack under the pressure?

O.M.A.C. #1

Written by DAN DIDIO and KEITH GIFFEN

Art and cover by KEITH GIFFEN and SCOTT KOBLISH

On sale SEPTEMBER 7 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

The all-seeing Brother Eye satellite has unleashed a new beast upon the DC Universe in this smashing new series! Kevin Kho has become an unwilling participant in a war between Checkmate and Brother Eye as he is transformed into the One Machine Army Corp known only as O.M.A.C.!

BLACKHAWKS #1

Written by MIKE COSTA

Art and cover by KEN LASHLEY

On sale SEPTEMBER 28 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T

Welcome to a world waging a new kind of war that’s faster and more brutal than ever before. It’s fought by those who would make the innocent their targets, using computers, smart weapons and laser-guided missiles. The new enemy is hard to find – and closer to home than we think.

Between us and them stand the Blackhawks, an elite force of military specialists equipped with the latest in cutting-edge hardware and vehicles. Their mission: Kill the bad guys before they kill us.

MEN OF WAR #1

Written by IVAN BRANDON

Art by TOM DERENICK

Cover by VIKTOR KALVACHEV

On sale SEPTEMBER 7 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US • RATED T+

On the ground and on the front lines, a young, headstrong soldier known as Joe Rock assumes command of Easy Company – a team of ex-military men turned contractors. Will they survive the battle-scarred landscape carved by the DCU’s Super-Villains? Find out in this explosive new series from Ivan Brandon (Viking, DOC SAVAGE) and Tom Derenick (JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA)!

ALL-STAR WESTERN #1

Written by JUSTIN GRAY and JIMMY PALMIOTTI

Art and cover by MORITAT

On sale SEPTEMBER 28 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US • RATED T+

Even when Gotham City was just a one-horse town, crime was rampant – and things only get worse when bounty hunter Jonah Hex comes to town. Can Amadeus Arkham, a pioneer in criminal psychology, enlist Hex’s special brand of justice to help the Gotham Police Department track down a vicious serial killer? Find out in this new series from HEX writers Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti, with lush artwork by Moritat (THE SPIRIT)!

Welcome To The Edge

Stormwatch is a dangerous super human strike force whose existence is kept secret from the world. Jack Hawksmoor and the rest of the crew look to recruit two of the deadliest super humans on the planet: Midnighter and Apollo. And if they say no? Perhaps the Martian Manhunter can change their minds. Featuring a surprising new roster, STORMWATCH #1 will be written by the critically-acclaimed Paul Cornell (Superman: The Black Ring, “Dr. Who”) and illustrated by Miguel Sepulveda.

Warfare: Past and Present

Blackhawk is an elite group of mercenaries made up of brave men from around the world equipped with the latest in cutting-edge hardware and vehicles. Their mission: Kill the bad guys before they kill us. A set of contemporary tales that battle the world's gravest threats, BLACKHAWKS #1 will be written by Mike Costa and illustrated by Ken Lashley.

The grandson of the original Sgt. Rock assumes the command of Easy Company, a team of crack ex-military men financed by a covert military contractor, as they brave the battle-scarred landscape carved by the DC Universe’s super-villains. MEN OF WAR #1 is contemporary military story fighting under modern conditions, and will be written by Ivan Brandon and illustrated by Tom Derenick.

Even when Gotham City was just a one-horse town, crime was rampant – and things only get worse when bounty hunter Jonah Hex comes to town. Can Amadeus Arkham, a pioneer in criminal psychology, enlist Hex’s special brand of justice to help the Gotham Police Department track down a vicious serial killer? Featuring back-up stories starring DC’s other western heroes, ALL-STAR WESTERN #1 will be written by the fan-favorite Jonah Hex team of Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti and illustrated by Moritat.

The DC Universe’s Loose Cannons

A metahuman mercenary who made a living taking out the toughest targets, Deathstroke will reclaim his fearsome legacy by any means necessary in DEATHSTROKE #1, a new series from rising star Kyle Higgins (Batman: Gates of Gotham) and artists Joe Bennett and Art Thibert.

Ex-black ops agent Cole Cash is a charming grifter that few can resist. And yet he’s about to be branded a serial killer when he begins hunting and exterminating inhuman creatures hidden in human form – creatures only he can see. Can the biggest sweet talker of all time talk his way out of this one when even his brother thinks he’s gone over the edge? Find out in GRIFTER #1, written by Nathan Edmondson with art by CAFU and BIT (the team behind T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS).

A man loses control of his life as the omnipresent Brother Eye transforms him against his will into a powerful killing machine OMAC #1, written by DC Comics Co-Publisher Dan DiDio and co-written and illustrated by Keith Giffen and Scott Koblish.

Fiona Staples walks us through her T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents #7 cover!

My public wish that Fiona Staples gets a crack at each of our book's covers is slowly coming true: May's T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents #7 will feature the outstanding cover above.

We asked Fiona for a bit of background on her cover, and she supplied a few process pieces and an explanation on how she came to the finished product you're seeing now:

"We went with a combination of thumbnails #1 and #3- Dynamo held captive in the background, and a close-up shot of Iron Maiden holding his belt. I think the situation characterizes their relationship pretty well."

"Later in the painting process, I changed her expression a bit to make it clear that she's enjoying herself! And rather than having the stark dungeon background that I originally conceived, I filled it with retro sci-fi gizmos."

T.H.U.N.D.E.R. AGENTS #7 hits comic shops in May.

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