BATMAN AND ROBIN, meet Peter and Patrick

When we announced there’d be a new creative team on GREEN LANTERN CORPS, one of the first questions people asked was “Where’s Pat Gleason going?” Well, we have an answer for you. Just be patient.

Oh, right. You have been patient. Well, then we’re happy to announce that the famed GREEN LANTERN CORPS team of writer Peter Tomasi and artist Patrick Gleason will be reuniting as the regular team for BATMAN AND ROBIN, starting in November.

What do these guys have in store for the dynamic duo? Peter?

“I'm incredibly excited to be working on BATMAN AND ROBIN! I mean who the hell wouldn't be?!? I've enjoyed my few forays into the Bat Universe with NIGHTWING, BATMAN: BLACKEST NIGHT, and BATMAN AND THE OUTSIDERS, and was always hoping I'd get a chance to tackle a main Bat book, so to be able to take the monthly reins from Grant on such a tremendous book is a dream come true and it's going to be a blast, especially when my partner in crime is artist Patrick Gleason, who I've had a great working relationship over in GREEN LANTERN CORPS!”

And if he didn’t seem excited enough, let’s pass the mic to Patrick:

"I can't wait to get started! Drawing Batman, Robin and Gotham city is something I've dreamt of sinking my teeth into for a very long time! Recently I've even had to start carrying around a sketchbook wherever I go because I constantly get these ideas of cool images, or random details that I want to use somewhere in the book.

I am incredibly grateful to DC for the opportunity to be added to the list of fine talent who have laid pen and pencil to the Dark Knight. Also I'm very happy to continue working with Peter Tomasi. With him at the helm you just know we're in good hands and Batman and Robin will continue to be a great ride!”

And before you start asking the question I know is on the tip of your tongue, here are a few words of advice: Wait a few days.

We have a few more announcements on tap, folks, so keep it tuned to The Source.

DC Direct’s BRIGHTEST DAY figures are here

After the BLACKEST NIGHT comes the BRIGHTEST DAY, and if you’re still reeling from the amazing look of the DC DIRECT figures surrounding last year’s DCU-spanning event, you may need to sit down for this one.

Starting in March, DC DIRECT will kick off another series of high-quality and story-specific product, this time based around the hit biweekly series, BRIGHTEST DAY. We've got a first look at the first two waves, which include Hawkgirl, Green Arrow, Deadman, Aquaman, Hawkman, Martian Manhunter, Firestorm and Mera.

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What happens when the returned learn why they’re back in BRIGHTEST DAY #5

The mysteries deepen! What secret is Mera hiding? Where have Hawkman and Hawkgirl disappeared to? And what annoys Hawk the most about Deadman? Find out in this issue as we march closer towards the turning point of issue #7 as Hawk and Dove join the mission to uncover the truth behind their returns and what it means to the rest of the DCU! Here are a few pages from BRIGHTEST DAY #5, all courtesy of the stellar team of Johns, Tomasi and the comic industry’s greatest artists.

BRIGHTEST DAY #5 hits tomorrow.

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Unveiling the covers to the BLACKEST NIGHT hardcovers

The epic adventure that is BLACKEST NIGHT isn’t over.

This July, BLACKEST NIGHT and its related series and mini-series will get the hardcover treatment writer Geoff Johns and artist Ivan Reis’ epic, universe-altering event deserves, including remastered covers featuring the work of Reis and painter Rodolfo Migliari.

Wait, you haven’t seen the covers yet? Well, you’ve come to the right place:

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A look at BRIGHTEST DAY in September

All things BRIGHTEST DAY continue to chug along at a frenetic pace, and we’ve got a first look at what’s going down in the September-shipping batch of titles. Click below for more.

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BRIGHTEST DAY #9-10

Written by GEOFF JOHNS & PETER J. TOMASI

Art by IVAN REIS, PATRICK GLEASON, ARDIAN SYAF, SCOTT CLARK & JOE PRADO

Covers by DAVID FINCH

1:10 Variant covers by IVAN REIS

The resurrected have discovered their purpose for being back, but where will the knowledge lead them? Who is the new Aqualad? And what strange event is taking place around the White Power Battery in New Mexico?

Retailers please note: These issues will ship with two covers each. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

Issue #9 on sale SEPTEMBER 1

Issue #10 on sale SEPTEMBER 15

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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GREEN LANTERN #58

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by DOUG MAHNKE & CHRISTIAN ALAMY

1:10 Variant cover by ALEX GARNER

BRIGHTEST DAY continues as Adara, the Hope Entity, finds a host in a young girl who may be destined to be a great savior. Can this young student hope to contain such a powerful force – and what will drive Hal Jordan on a spiritual journey unlike any he’s ever taken?

Plus, the Spectre sets his sights on the Rage Entity!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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GREEN LANTERN CORPS #52

Written by TONY BEDARD

Art and cover by ARDIAN SYAF & VICENTE CIFUENTES

1:10 Variant cover by PATRICK GLEASON

BRIGHTEST DAY continues as the final part of the “Revolt of the Alpha Lanterns” features a confrontation between Cyborg Superman and Ganthet! Will the villain finally get the eternal sleep he so desperately seeks? Meanwhile, the Weaponers of Qward attempt to tap into the White Energy from the construct left behind by Deadman’s battle with the Anti-Monitor.

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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GREEN LANTERN: EMERALD WARRIORS #2

Written by PETER J. TOMASI

Art by FERNANDO PASARIN & CAM SMITH

Cover by RODOLFO MIGLIARI

1:25 Variant cover by FELIPE MASSAFERA

Don’t miss this BRIGHTEST DAY tie-in as Guy Gardner continues his secret mission for Atrocitus! Just as he discovers the Red Lantern energy still has him in its grip, Guy must deal with Red Lantern Bleez as a new teammate, which only leads to dangerous agitation. Can Kilowog, Arisia and the others save Guy – or will they turn on him when they learn the secret of his sinister mission?

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US

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GREEN ARROW #4

Written by J.T. KRUL

Art by DIOGENES NEVES & VICENTE CIFUENTES

Cover by MAURO CASCIOLI

1:10 variant cover by PHILIP TAN

From the pages of BRIGHTEST DAY comes Martian Manhunter! His White Lantern vision has led him to the Emerald Archer’s mystical forest. Is he there to save it – or destroy it? Can Oliver stop his former ally?

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 29 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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JUSTICE LEAGUE: GENERATION LOST #9-10

Written by JUDD WINICK

Breakdowns by KEITH GIFFEN

Issue #9 art by FERNANDO DAGNINO

Issue #10 art by JOE BENNETT

Covers by CLIFF CHIANG

1:10 Variant covers by KEVIN MAGUIRE

DC’s biweekly JUSTICE LEAGUE event continues! Fire has been keeping a dangerous secret from the team, and her past literally comes back to haunt her when she’s forced to confront the darkest of demons!

Meanwhile, still hot on the trail of Max Lord, the former members of the Justice League International pick themselves up after their disastrous battle at Checkmate headquarters. But can they locate Max while The Dark Knight himself is hot on their trail?

Retailers please note: These issues will ship with two covers each. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

Issue #9 on sale SEPTEMBER 8

Issue #10 on sale SEPTEMBER 22

32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #49

Written by JAMES ROBINSON

Art by POW RODRIX

Cover by MARK BAGLEY & ROB HUNTER

1:10 Variant cover by FRANCIS MANAPUL

The BRIGHTEST DAY shines a spotlight on Jade as she adjusts to the repercussions of the JLA/JSA crossover. She and Donna Troy head to the San Francisco Bay area to make themselves a new home but are confronted with old and new threats – including the New Teen Titans!

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 22 • 40 pg, FC, $3.99 US

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BIRDS OF PREY #5

Written by GAIL SIMONE

Art by ALVIN LEE

Cover by ALINA URUSOV

Join writer Gail Simone and guest artist Alvin Lee as two Birds track down a missing team member in Thailand...where someone is hunting them to make sure they never return! Plus, the shocking events of BRIGHTEST DAY continue to rock Hawk and Dove, the newest recruits to Oracle’s organization!

On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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THE FLASH #6

Written by GEOFF JOHNS

Art and cover by FRANCIS MANAPUL

1:10 Variant cover by ALE GARZA & SANDRA HOPE

BRIGHTEST DAY dashes on with the stunning conclusion of “The Dastardly Deaths of the Rogues!” With Barry caught between the Rogues and the Renegades, the resurrected Captain Boomerang’s role in the adventure is revealed! You won’t believe how this leads to the upcoming FLASHPOINT…

Retailers please note: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the Previews Order Form for more information.

On sale SEPTEMBER 22 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

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TITANS #27

Written by ERIC WALLACE

Art and cover by FABRIZIO FIORENTINO

Deathstroke and Arsenal find they have something in common when they team up to halt a child slavery ring. They need to get past a foursome of super-powered foes protecting the ring first. But Osiris – the team’s reluctant powerhouse – is already out of the fight entirely! Good luck, guys…

On sale SEPTEMBER 15 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US

Is that Black Lantern Firestorm?

On the cover to BRIGHTEST DAY #4? Yup. How is that possible, you ask? What’s going on with the Hawks? You’ll get a few ideas from the pages below, but you’ll have to wait until BRIGHTEST DAY #4 hits tomorrow for the full scoop, courtesy of Mr. Johns, Tomasi, Reis, Finch, Gleason, Clark and Syaf.

BRIGHTEST DAY #4 hits Wednesday.

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How about a look at BRIGHTEST DAY #2?

Sound like a good way to start the day? I’d hope so.

In the second issue of the series, we continue to follow the heroes and villains that found themselves returned to the land of the living at the end of BLACKEST NIGHT – and not everyone’s dealing with the change so well. Another jam-packed issue from the A-list creative team of writers Geoff Johns, Peter Tomasi and artists Ivan Reis, Patrick Gleason, Ardian Syaf, Scott Clark and Joe Prado – need I say more? Scroll below for a look at the issue, which hits tomorrow.

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BRIGHTEST DAY #1 hits tomorrow

Good morning, Source readers. Hope Monday wasn't too stressful. Now, what can we do here that'll make this Tuesday better than usual?

How about a first look at BRIGHTEST DAY #1?

And, not just any first look, but a peek at a key scene featuring Hal, Sinestro and Star Sapphire, as rendered by superstar BLACKEST NIGHT artist Ivan Reis and Joe Prado.

OK, OK. I get it. Stop talking and let us see the pages. Here goes. Courtesy of writers Geoff Johns and Peter Tomasi and artists Ivan Reis, Patrick Gleason, Ardian Syaf, Scott Clark and Joe Prado.

Welcome to BRIGHTEST DAY...

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Get ready for C2E2 in Chicago this weekend, DC NATION

What's up DC Nation? This week we're on our way to the first ever C2E2 show in Chicago and our levels of anticipation are running very high. Not only is this a new show but we have a certifiably awesome list of talent making an appearance as well. Take a look:

Franco Aureliani, Mark Bagley, Art Baltazar, Ivan Brandon, Cliff Chiang, Amanda Conner, Tony Daniel, David Finch, Patrick Gleason, Geoff Johns, Andy Kubert, Paul Levitz, Doug Mahnke, Mike Norton, Jimmy Palmiotti, James Robinson, Stephane Roux, Ethan Van Sciver, Gail Simone, Peter Tomasi, Bill Willingham and many more!

You'll also notice that we're introducing some new panels at this show. There's a new "Drawing Batman" presentation with real live drawing, DC Nation will be a little different and this show will feature the first ever DC Nation Town Hall meeting with Dan Didio and Jim Lee. And because you demanded it C2E2 will be host to a DC talent search (information can be found at the DC booth).

Did I mention that we'll be giving away tons of great stuff at the panels and at the booth? Well we will be so make sure to come and see us as soon as you get to the show. And just so you know I am very, very excited to be just hours away from eating Chicago-style deep dish pizza. I will also totally not be bummed by whatever you guys decide to bring to the panels.

Our friends with the doughnuts in Seattle are still in the lead for this year's convention season but I'm thinking Chicago might have something up their sleeves...

So use this handy panel guide to start planning your C2E2 experience and we can't wait to see you there!

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FRIDAY

DC NATION!

4:45-5:45 (Room E451)

SATURDAY

BRIGHTEST DAY

1:45-2:45 (Room E451)

DC UNIVERSE EDITORIAL PRESENTATION

3:15-4:15 (Room E451)

BATMAN: THE RETURN

4:45-5:45 (Room E451)

SUNDAY

DC NATION TOWN HALL MEETING

11:15-12:15 (Room E351)

FLASH / GREEN LANTERN: REVELATIONS

1:45-2:45 (Room E451)

DC KIDS: AWW YEAH!

3:00-4:00 (Room E351)

DRAWING BATMAN

3:15-4:15 (Room E451)

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