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The new Justice League lineup fixes a 15-year-old mistake with the return of Ray Palmer, the Atom.
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Ray Palmer, Black Lightning and Captain Atom make a comeback in the upcoming Justice League Unlimited #1.
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DC Comics is setting the stage for the Atom’s big comeback, reminding fans of his iconic status in the DC Universe.
The Justice League They’re returning to the DC Universe, and their new roster can finally right a 15-year-old mistake. The upcoming Justice League lineup is a mix of stalwarts such as Superman and new recruits, like Star Sapphire. However, as seen at first glance Justice League Unlimited #1, Ray Palmer, the Atom, also returns – giving DC the chance to right a grave mistake.
DC recently released their November solicitations, including Justice League Unlimited #1. The first issue will be written by Mark Waid and drawn by Dan Mora, and sees the birth of a new league in the wake of Darkseid’s impending death in Absolute power.
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Justice League Unlimited #1 (2024) |
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27 November 2024 |
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Dan Mora |
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Dan Mora |
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Dan Mora |
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Jim Lee, Andy Kubert, Howard Porter, Ed Benes, Dave Wilkins, Edwin Galmon, Yasmine Putri, Dani Sampere, Simone Bianchi |
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The Watchtower Rises! The Justice League is back and bigger than ever! In the wake of Absolute Power and the DC All In Special, Darkseid’s death has triggered a massive power vacuum in the DCU, and Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman must unite like never before and expand the Justice League to encompass every hero championing the Forces of good in the face of incredible evil! As our heroes work to uncover the mystery of the Dark Lord’s successor, Ray Palmer’s Atom Project triggers a race between hero and villain to control the fate of metahuman abilities on planet Earth, which threaten to destroy everything the League has. Built. Worlds will live, worlds will die, and a surprise is waiting in store on the last page … do not miss the dawn of the new era of justice – it all begins here! |
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This incarnation of the Justice League sees the return of not only Ray Palmer, but Black Lightning and Captain Atom, both of whom have served with the team in the past. DC has not released any further information about Palmer’s status, or the nature of the nuclear project.
The Atom has a long history in DC Comics
The atom should have made a comeback 15 years ago
Ray Palmer, the second hero to bear the name The Atom, was a fixture of the Silver Age of comics, and an early member of the Justice League. Despite his importance to the league, the Atom hasn’t been associated with the team in years. Part of this may be due to his personal life. As seen in 2004s Identity crisisThe Atom’s longtime lover, Jean Loring, snapped, killing Sue Dibney and Jack Drake. Broken in the aftermath, the Atom seemingly turned his back on his friends, heading into the newly returned multiverse in Countdown to final crisis.
Ray Palmer was created by editor Julius Schwartz, writer Gardner Fox and artist Gil Kane.
The events of Countdown Positioned The Atom for a comeback. Shortly after the Atom returns to Earth-0, the planet is attacked by Nekron and his legion of Black Lanterns, as seen in 2009’s. Black night. Ray Palmer played a prominent role in the event, putting his anxiety and self-loathing aside to protect Earth. The Black night Set the atom for an incredible comeback. His friends Green Lantern (Hal Jordan) and The Flash (Barry Allen) have returned to greatness, and yet Black nightIt should have been Ray Palmer’s turn.
The Atom’s big DC Comics comeback begins now
DC reminds fans the Atom is actually an awesome character
Unfortunately, thanks to the New 52 and bad editorial decisions, the Atom’s “rebirth” never materialized, but now DC has a great opportunity to fix that.
Unfortunately, thanks to the New 52 and bad editorial decisions, the Atom’s “rebirth” never materialized, but now DC has a great opportunity to fix that. The atom can be seen on Mora’s cover of Justice League Unlimited #1. Although it is possible that it could be his successor, Ryan Choi, Palmer’s presence will still be felt nonetheless. His mysterious “Atom Project” is powerful and has attracted attention from all corners of the DC Universe. Ray Palmer’s time with the Justice League comes again, and he finally has the chance to become an icon again.
Justice League Unlimited #1 is on sale November 27th from DC Comics!