Superman / Batman: Public Enemies #[nn]

May 2005 · DC · 12.99 USD; 17.50 CAD

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About this Collection

This volume collects the first six issues of the 2003-2011 Superman/Batman series, kicking off with the 'Public Enemies' storyline by Jeph Loeb and Ed McGuinness. When Lex Luthor becomes President of the United States and frames Superman for a crime, the Man of Steel and the Dark Knight find themselves hunted by both the government and a host of super-powered adversaries. The story is a high-stakes team-up that tests the bond between the World's Finest heroes against a backdrop of political manipulation and explosive action.

In "When Clark Met Bruce," Superman and Batman are thrown together when Metallo wreaks havoc at S.T.A.R. Labs and then strikes again in Gotham, leading to a desperate confrontation that ends with both heroes buried in a grave. As a Kryptonite-laced asteroid looms over Earth, the unlikely duo must navigate their first clash in a story written by Jeph Loeb and illustrated by Ed McGuinness, with inks by Dexter Vines and colors by Dave Stewart. The cover, by Ed McGuinness and Dexter Vines, captures the moment of their entombment in stark, dramatic detail.

Contains 7 stories

When Clark Met Bruce

2 pp · Superhero

Pete RossClark KentBruce WayneAlfred Pennyworth

Part One: World's Finest

24 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Batman [Bruce Wayne]Doctor Christine Gherhard (of S.T.A.R. Labs)Jonathan Kent (origin flashback)Martha Kent (origin flashback)Thomas Wayne (origin flashback)Martha Wayne (origin flashback)Metallo [John Corben] (villain)President Lex Luthor (villain)Major Force [Clifford Zmeck] (cameo)Captain Atom [Nathaniel AdamCameron Scott] (cameo)Starfire [Koriand'rKory Anders] (cameo in shadows)Black Lightning [Jefferson Pierce] (cameo in shadows)Katana [Tatsu Yamashiro] (cameo in shadows)Green Lantern [John Stewart] (cameo in shadows)Power Girl [Karen Starr] (cameo in shadows)

In "Part One: World's Finest," Superman and Batman are thrown together when Metallo wreaks havoc at S.T.A.R. Labs, forcing the Man of Steel to confront the villain in Gotham—only to be betrayed and buried alive by him. As the two heroes struggle beneath the earth, a far greater threat looms: President Lex Luthor announces that an asteroid from Krypton is on a collision course with Earth.

Part Two: Early Warning

22 pp · Superhero

Superman [Superman of the futureClark KentKal-El]Batman [Bruce Wayne]Captain Atom [Nathaniel AdamCameron Scott]Alfred PennyworthCat GrantPresident Lex Luthor (villain)

In the aftermath of a brutal confrontation, Superman and Batman fight to stay conscious as they struggle back to the Bat Cave—only to find an unwelcome visitor waiting in the shadows. With the world watching, President Lex Luthor delivers a chilling statement that throws everything into question.

Part Three: Running Wild

22 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Batman [Bruce Wayne]Captain Atom [Nathaniel AdamCameron Scott]Starfire [Koriand'rKory Anders]Black Lightning [Jefferson Pierce]Katana [Tatsu Yamashiro]Green Lantern [John Stewart]Power Girl [Karen Starr]Lois LaneVice President Pete RossSecretary Amanda WallerPresident Lex LuthorMajor Force [Clifford Zmeck]Silver BansheeMr. Freeze [Victor Fries]Icicle II [Cameron Mahkent]Captain Cold [Leonard Snart]Killer Frost II [Louise Lincoln]Mongul IISolomon GrundyLady Shiva [Sandra Woosan]NightshadeGorilla GroddBrimstoneWeather Wizard [Mark Mardon]Mirror Master III [Evan McCulloch]CheetahKing Shark [Nanaue]Doctor Spectro [Tom Emery]Girder [Tony Woodward]Black MantaBlack SpiderGiganta [Doris Zeul]

Part Four: Battle On

22 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Batman [Bruce Wayne]Captain Atom [Nathaniel AdamCameron Scott]Starfire [Koriand'rKory Anders]Black Lightning [Jefferson Pierce]Katana [Tatsu Yamashiro]Green Lantern [John Stewart]Hawkman [Carter Hall]Captain Marvel [Billy Batson]JSA [Justice SocietyMister Terrific [Michael Holt]Flash [Jay Garrick]Power Girl [Karen Starr]Green Lantern [Alan Scott]]Vice President Pete RossSecretary Amanda WallerPresident Lex LuthorMajor Force [Clifford Zmeck]

Part Five: State of Siege

22 pp · Superhero

Superman [Superman of the futureClark KentKal-Eldisguised as Captain Marvel]Batman [Bruce Waynedisguised as Hawkman]Captain Atom [Nathaniel AdamCameron Scott]Nightwing [Dick Grayson]Batgirl [Cassandra Cain]Supergirl [Cir-El]Robin [Tim Drake]Superboy [Conner Kent]Steel [Natasha Irons]Huntress [Helena Bertinelli]KryptoPresident Lex Luthor

Part Six: Final Countdown

22 pp · Superhero

Superman [Clark KentKal-El]Batman [Bruce Wayne]Captain Atom [Nathaniel AdamCameron Scott]Toyman [Hiro Okamura]Lois LanePerry WhiteJimmy OlsenPresident Lex Luthor