Invasion #2
In "Battleground Earth, Chapter 1," the fragile peace shatters as Earth becomes a warzone in Invasion #2 (1988). Superman’s team clashes with the Khunds across Australia, while Aquaman leads a desperate defense of Atlantis against the Gil'Dishpan. With the Daxamites abandoning neutrality to turn on Superman, and the Thanagarians capturing Flash for the Dominators, chaos erupts—spurred by the Suicide Squad’s sudden arrival in the fray. Written by Keith Giffen and Bill Mantlo, with dynamic art by Giffen and Todd McFarlane, and a cover by Bart Sears and Joe Rubinstein, this issue delivers a high-stakes, globe-spanning conflict that redefines the battlefield.
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The ceasefire is over. Superman's team fight Khunds in Australia while Aquaman and his team defend Atlantis against the Gil'Dishpan. The Daxamites, having gained super-powers under Earth's yellow sun, abandon their neutrality and attack Superman. The Thanagarians capture Flash and turn him over to the Dominators for scientific experimentation. The Suicide Squad joins the fight in Australia.
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