Justice League of America, Special #1

Aug 2009 · DC · 3.99 USD

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In "The Tornado's Path Chapter One: Life," the Justice League of America reassembles with purpose, as Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman weigh who deserves a place among the new guard—while the Red Tornado, reborn and redefined, steps into a fresh chapter of existence. Written by Brad Meltzer and illustrated by Ed Benes, with additional art by Dick Dillin and inks by Sandra Hope, Mariah Benes, and Dick Giordano, this 2009 special features a striking cover by Ed Benes and Mariah Benes, setting the tone for a story where legacy and renewal collide.

Contains 6 stories

The Tornado's Path Chapter One: Life

38 pp · Superhero

SupermanBatman [Bruce Wayne]Wonder WomanKathy SuttonRed Tornado [John Smith]Dr. Will MagnusPlatinum [Tina]Felix Faust (in disguise)ArsenalGreen Lantern [Hal Jordan]Black Lightningthe Signalman [Phil Cobb]VixenBlack CanaryOliver QueenTrayaGoldCaptain Marvel [Billy Batson] (photo)Hawkman [Carter Hall] (photo)Aquaman [Arthur Curry] (photo)Green Arrow [Oliver Queen] (photo)Supergirl [Kara Zor-El] (photo)Power Girl (photo)Mr. Terrific (photo)Atom [Ray Palmer] (photo)

In "The Tornado's Path Chapter One: Life," the Red Tornado steps away from his past as a machine and into a fragile, uncertain new existence—just as Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman weigh who might join their evolving League. The story captures quiet moments of identity and purpose, as the Tornado navigates a world that still sees him as a weapon, even as he seeks something more.

The Origin of Superman

2 pp · Superhero

Superman (origin)Jor-ElLaraJonathan KentMartha KentJimmy OlsenLois Lane

The Origin of Batman

2 pp · Superhero

Batman [Bruce Wayne] (origin)Thomas Wayne (death)Martha Wayne (death)Joe Chill

The Origin of Wonder Woman

2 pp · Superhero

Wonder Woman [Diana] (origin)Cheetah [Barbara Minerva]Hippolyta

The Origin of Green Lantern

2 pp · Superhero

Green Lantern [Hal Jordan] (origin)Green Lantern [Abin Sur]Green Lantern [John Stewart]Green Lantern Corps

The Origin of the Justice League of America

2 pp · Superhero

Justice League of America [Aquaman [Orin]Batman [Bruce Wayne]Black Canary [Dinah Laurel Lance]Black Lightning [Jefferson Pierce]Blue Beetle [Ted Kord]Booster GoldFirestorm [Ronnie Raymond]Flash [Barry Allen]Geo-ForceGreen Arrow [Oliver Queen]Green Lantern [Hal Jordan]Hawkgirl [Kendra Saunders]Hawkman [Carter Hall]Martian Manhunter [J'Onn J'Onzz]Plastic ManRed Arrow [Roy Harper]Red Tornado [John Smith]Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Wonder Woman [Diana]VixenZatanna] (origin)