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Based on the hit series on Kids' WB! Featuring Clark Kent/Superman, Lightning Lad, Phantom Girl, Triplicate Girl, Bouncing Boy, Brainiac 5, Saturn Girl and the Fatal Five. "Yesterday's Hero" is written by J. Torres, with art by Chynna Clugston. Cover by Steve Uy. 32 pgs, color.

Meet the Legion of the 863rd century in this far-flung tale featuring art by legendary LSH penciller Keith Giffen! In an isolated, idyllic society a thousand years after the events of DC One Million, three teenagers unearth the forbidden legacy of the Legion of Super-Heroes. But if these future youths dare to rekindle the Legion flame, their families, friends and neighbors may destroy them! Written by Tom Peyer. Art by Keith Giffen and Al Gordon. Cover by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer. FC, 32 pg. Mando Format. NOTE: The DC One Million series consists of 31 issues including a 4-issue mini-series and 27 one-shots. Cover price $2.50.

48 pages, full color Written by Dan Abnett, Andy Lanning and various. Art by Chuck Wotjkieicz, Dexter Vines and varios. With cover by Chris Sprouse and Al Gordan. Profile pages drawn by Phil Jimenez, Matt Haley, Olivier Coipel, Scott Kolins, Kilian Plunkett, Sean Phillips, Cully Hamner, Jeffrey Moy, Greg Luzniak, Dusty Abell, Phil Moy, Tom Simmons, Andy Lanning, Keith Champagne, W.C. Carani, Mark Pennington & Norman Lee. Cover price $4.95.

Written by PAUL LEVITZ Art and cover by FRANCIS PORTELA This 31st century team of psychopaths returns! Now led by Saturn Queen, they break out of the prison world Takron-Galtos to wreak havoc on the United Planets. DCU fans won't want to miss this one-shot, which sets up a major 2011 storyline that'll shake the universe! 48 pg, FC Cover price $4.99.

WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY LEONARD KIRK, TONY HARRIS, ROBIN RIGGS, AND TOM FEISTER; COVER BY HARRIS In stores November 19. For the first time ever, a Secret Files one-shot uses its full length to tell one story: a profile of the 31st century's greatest heroes! Reflecting the exciting events unfolding in the "Foundations" storyline, discover the Legion's secrets in a tale - written by Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning with art by Leonard Kirk (JSA) & Robin Riggs (SUPERGIRL) - that delves into what the public knows, and doesn't know about their champions (including more clues about the newest Legionnaire, Superboy!). Worked into the framework of the story are pinups of the Legion's members by LEGION cover artists Tony Harris and Tom Feister! It's a treat for Legion fans of any era! FC, 48 PG. $4.95 Cover price $4.95.

War can make heroes out of seemingly average men, but there is nothing average about the Legion. As their adventures rocket them into the public eye, they must still contend with new threats to their worlds. While attempting to seek help from the century of Super Heroes, they find themselves locked out of time and discover a clue to who is behind the forces terrorizing their homes. (W) Paul Levitz. (A/CA) Chris Batista, Marc Deering. Cover price $2.99.

WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY STEVE DILLON; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores August 22. Steve Dillon (PREACHER, Punisher) illustrates this issue's lead story! Welcome to Steeple, a rocky, barren planet devoid of life, save for a small colony devoted to peace and prayer, and home to former Legionnaire Karate Kid ? who over the past year has continued his own spiritual journey. Unfortunately, his road to self-discovery becomes extremely bumpy when a friend falls at the hands of a dangerous escapee from prison-planet Takron-Galtos! The backup story focuses on U.P. President Leland McCauley's bodyguards, the Oversight Watch! FC, 48 PG. (5 OF 6) Cover price $3.95.

WRITTEN BY DAN ABNETT AND ANDY LANNING; ART BY KILIAN PLUNKETT, MIKE MCKONE AND LANNING; COVER BY JOHN CASSADAY In stores September 26. Tinya Wazzo, the former Legionnaire known as Apparition, is on the run from mercenaries hired by her domineering mother. When they track Tinya to Rimbor, the homeworld of her late husband, Jo Nah (the lost Legionnaire Ultra Boy), Tinya is no condition to make a last stand against her pursuers. Fortunately, she's befriended a "lone wolf" of sorts along the way, and he doesn't like having his back against the wall! In the backup story (with art by Mike McKone & Andy Lanning), we go back one year in the past, to the memorial service for the Lost Legionnaires, and learn what prompted the remaining heroes to disband the Legion. Cover price $3.95.

The fledgling Legion of Super-Heroes gets in way over its head during its first official mission, investigating the assassination attempt of its mentor, R.J. Brande. Even the Legionnaires cannot prevent a second murder attempt - not without the help of some mysterious new recruits. Written by Tom McCraw and Mark Waid, with art by Jeff Moy and Ron Boyd. Cover by Moy and Karl Story. Cover price $1.50.

NOTE: This copy is in the original unopened poly bag with a Skybox Legionnaires trading card inside - In the aftermath of Earth's destruction in the 30th century, the shaken and weary survivors struggle to start a brave new world within the domed cities of New Earth. With the Legion of Super-Heroes having departed for deep space, another group offers the citizens of New Earth a symbol of hope in this turbulent time. From the ruins of Metropolis, a certain clubhouse is salvaged; new outfits are donned; new code-names are chosen; new members are admitted; old traditions return...and the Legionnaires are born. LEGIONNAIRES marks a bold beginning for some of the best-loved heroes in comics history, successfully recapturing the youthful exuberance of the original Legion, combined with a modern style that will appeal to longtime Legion fans and to a whole new generation of readers. Includes Part 1 of "A Guide to the 30th Century," a text feature with background and biographical information on the Legionnaires, with character design sketches by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. Cover price $1.25.

NOTE: This copy is in the original unopened poly bag with a Skybox Legionnaires trading card inside - In the aftermath of Earth's destruction in the 30th century, the shaken and weary survivors struggle to start a brave new world within the domed cities of New Earth. With the Legion of Super-Heroes having departed for deep space, another group offers the citizens of New Earth a symbol of hope in this turbulent time. From the ruins of Metropolis, a certain clubhouse is salvaged; new outfits are donned; new code-names are chosen; new members are admitted; old traditions return...and the Legionnaires are born. LEGIONNAIRES marks a bold beginning for some of the best-loved heroes in comics history, successfully recapturing the youthful exuberance of the original Legion, combined with a modern style that will appeal to longtime Legion fans and to a whole new generation of readers. Cover price $1.25.

The Legionnaires gain the upper hand in their battle with the deadly Mano without realizing that the real battle is yet to come. Also, a Legionnaire try-out proves traumatic for a young hopeful. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. The covers of #2-6 link to form a panorama of the Legionnaires against the Fatal Five. Cover price $1.25.

The battle in the sewers beneath Metropolis intensifies as the hulking, monstrous Mordecai injures one of the Legionnaires and captures another. Plus, the Persuader returns to break Mano out of prison, and an amazing Emerald transformation bodes ill for the Legionnaires as Fatal Five members continue to reappear. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. The covers of #2-6 link to form a panorama of the Legionnaires against the Fatal Five. Cover price $1.25.

The new Emerald Empress learns that revenge is indeed sweet as she draws the Legionnaires into deadly battle. Also, Mano and the Persuader meet Mordecai...and another Emerald Empress? Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. The covers of #2-6 link to form a panorama of the Legionnaires against the Fatal Five. Cover price $1.25.

The reborn Fatal Five is out for blood...and not just the Legionnaires', but the man who reunited them as well! Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. The covers of #2-6 link to form a panorama of the Legionnaires against the Fatal Five. Cover price $1.25.

In the powerful wrap-up of this storyline, the entire cast of the Fatal Five is assembled at last. Now the battle erupts from Capitol Plaza on New Earth and rolls through the estate of Leland McCauley IV, as the Legionnaires try to subdue their fearsome foes. In the midst of it all, the two Emerald Eyes face off in a story that could only be called "An Eye for an Eye!" Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art and cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. The covers of #2-6 link to form a panorama of the Legionnaires against the Fatal Five. Cover price $1.25.

All the Legionnaires want is some rest and relaxation while staying at the Green Lotus Inn in the Atlantis Dome, but that's when the Devil-Fish attack in "Devils in the Deep." Story by Tom & Mary Bierbaum. Art by Adam Hughes & Mark Farmer. Cover by Hughes. Cover price $1.25.

The government of Colu seizes Brainiac 5 in a power play to claim the Legionnaire's intelligence for themselves, sending Andromeda on a rampage. Also, Saturn Girl wrestles with problems of conscience. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Colleen Doran and John Nyberg. Cover by Chris Sprouse and Karl Story. Cover price $1.25.

The Legionnaires investigate the mysterious Kid Quantum as sparks fly between several Legionnaires...or do they? Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Chris Sprouse, Adam Hughes, Brian Stelfreeze and Karl Story. Cover by Sprouse and Story. Cover price $1.50.

The stranded Legionnaires encounter mores surprises from their past. Plus, the new Kid Psycho makes his debut; Kono drops in; and the Legionnaires get a new leader as the fate of Cosmic Boy is revealed. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Chris Sprouse, Adam Hughes and Karl Story. Cover by Sprouse and Story. Cover price $1.50.

Kid Quantum joins the Legionnaires, just as several members of the team disappear after an encounter with Kid Psycho. Also, a visit from Kono poses problems for Matter-Eater Lad, and tensions between Saturn Girl and Live Wire finally erupt. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Chris Sprouse, Joe Phillips, Karl Story and Wade Von Grawbadger. Cover by Sprouse and Story. Cover price $1.50.

The mystery of the missing Legionnaires deepens as more team members are zapped by the strange powers of Kid Psycho. Plus, the tension between Saturn Girl and Live Wire reaches the boiling point following disturbing news from the Medi-center. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Chris Sprouse, Adam Hughes, Chris Gardner and Karl Story. Cover by Sprouse and Story. Cover price $1.50.

Invisible Kid gets a taste of what his teammates suffered at Kid Psycho's hands as another group of Legionnaires become fugitives in the Paris Dome. Plus, the fate of the comatose Cosmic Boy is revealed. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Frank Fosco and Wade Von Grawbadger. Cover by Adam Hughes. Cover price $1.50.

The team's deadly encounter with the Archduke takes a turn for the worse, and the captured Legionnaires discover still more about Kid Psycho's bizarre powers. Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Chris Gardner and Dennis Cramer. Cover by Adam Hughes. Cover price $1.50.

The Legionnaires learn some new things about themselves and one other as they "mind walk" through another dimension. Plus, Inferno's new romantic interest results in a "fatal attraction" that's too hot to handle...even for him! Written by Tom and Mary Bierbaum, with art by Jeff Moy and Dennis Cramer. Cover by Moy and Karl Story. Cover price $1.50.

The prelude to 'End of an Era,' a 6-part crossover with VALOR and LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES, and tying into ZERO HOUR. The subject is time. Cosmic Boy, Saturn Girl and Live Wire are travelling through it. Brainiac 5 and Invisible Kid penetrate some mysteries about it, and some surprising characters pop out of it! Written by Mark Waid, with art by Chris Gardner and Dennis Cramer. Cover by Adam Hughes and Karl Story. Cover price $1.50.

Part 1 of the 6-part crossover 'End of an Era,' leading into ZERO HOUR. The time-related dilemma is picking up momentum throughout the DC Universe with the worst felt in the 30th century. The ongoing struggle to reshape reality has stretched the 30th century to the breaking point. Even the Legionnaires may be unable to restore that shattered timeline. Continues in Valor (1992 DC) #22. Written by Mark Waid, with art by Chris Gardner and Dennis Cramer. Cover by Stuart Immonen. Cover price $1.50.

This is first printing (does not have roman numeral 2 in upper left) - Part 4 of the 6-part crossover 'End of an Era,' continued from Legion of Super Heroes (1989 4th Series) #60. As ZERO HOUR edges closer to the 30th century, Glorith and Mordru continue their campaign to restructure time...but their efforts bring a heavy cost to the Legionnaires. Continues in Valor (1992 DC) #23. Script by Mark Waid, with art by Chris Gardner and Dennis Cramer. Cover by Stuart Immonen and Wade Von Grawbadger. Cover price $1.50.

This is Second Printing. Has roman numeral 2 in upper left hand corner. Cover price $1.50.

The regeneration of the Legion in the aftermath of ZERO HOUR continues as LEGIONNAIRES becomes more closely tied to LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES. The Legion's difficulties escalate when conflicts between the government and R.J. Brande intensify, problems arise related to the team's newest member, and trouble falls from the sky. Plus, the groundwork is laid for a rival team, one whose members will stun Legion fans. Written by Tom Peyer, Tom McCraw and Mark Waid, with art by Jeff Moy and Ron Boyd. Cover pencils by Moy. Cover price $1.50.

Some Legionnaires have second thoughts about the team after being forced into an all-out battle on the moon to save the life of R.J. Brande's greatest rival...a man who is also the prime suspect in the attempted assassination of Brande. Written by Tom Peyer, with art and cover by Jeff Moy and Philip Moy. Cover price $1.50.

The Legion faces its greatest challenge yet when a rival team reveals itself, composed of an ultra-powered boy, a master of many ancient fighting arts, a wielder of tremendous heat/fire power and a rampaging beast. Written by Tom Peyer, with art and cover by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Cover price $1.50.

The Legion of Super-Heroes is captured and incarcerated on the prison planet as that world's freed inmates seek a cache of hidden weapons that will make them invincible. Written by Tom Peyer, with art by Jeff Moy and Tom Simmons. Cover by Moy and John Dell. Cover price $1.50.

The Legionnaires - the mightiest beings of the 30th century - face their greatest challenge: a Saturday night with nothing to do! Written by Tom Peyer, with art by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Cover pencils by Moy. Cover price $1.50.

The Legionnaires learn of the nightmare life Triad lived before joining the Legion, as they rush to save her when one of her three bodies is critically injured. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art by Jeff Moy, Tom Simmons and W.C. Carani. Cover by Moy and Carani. Cover price $1.50.

Chameleon comes fist-to-fist with a revenge-seeking native of his home planet, who just happens to have all the powers of the Legion members combined. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art by Mike Collins and Mark Farmer. Cover by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Cover price $1.50.

Apparition and Ultra Boy try to sort out their feelings for each other, but their membership in rival super-teams may doom their romance before it begins. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art and cover by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Cover price $1.75.

As the United Planets demand the resignations of three Legionnaires, Legion mentor R.J. Brande's network of Stargates comes under attack by the Daxamites. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art by Mike Collins and W.C. Carani. Cover by Jeff Moy and Carani. Mando Format. Cover price $2.25.

An army of super-powered Daxamites is ravaging the galaxy, leaving a trail of death and destruction that leads to Earth. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art by Joyce Chin and W.C. Carani. Cover by Jeff Moy and Carani. Mando Format. Cover price $2.25.

The Legionnaires battle the lethal fury of Dr. Regulus, whose body emits deadly heat and radiation. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art and cover by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Mando Format. Cover price $2.25.

Part 2 of 2, continued from Legion of Super Heroes (1989 4th Series) #73. Legionnaire twins Live Wire and Spark battle their mad older brother, leaving one of the siblings critically injured. Plus, Brainiac 5 returns with a secret. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art and cover by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Mando Format. Cover price $2.25.

Future Tense, Part 3 of 3, continued from Legion of Super Heroes (1989 4th Series) #74. The galaxy prepares for 'the second coming of Valor,' an event that the Legion had tried to keep under wraps until a stray comment from Superboy turns it into a frenzied media event. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art and cover by Jeff Moy and W.C. Carani. Mando Format. Cover price $2.25.

An Underworld Unleashed tie-in! 2-TIMER: Part 2 of 2. Continued from Legion of Super-Heroes (1989 4th Series) #75. Now more powerful than he ever dreamed, the time-villain Chronos battles the Legion in the 30th century! Brainiac 5 is lost in time; Legion headquarters is destroyed; and the United Planets is none too happy with the Legionnaires for harboring a guest from the 20th century...who's now trapped in the 30th! "Here and Now" is written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art by Jeffrey Moy and W.C. Carani. Cover by Alan Davis and Mark Farmer. Cover price $2.25.

"The Inhuman Touch" - The Legion is attacked by a deadly new villain whose powers seem familiar to some of the heroes. Meanwhile, team morale crumbles further as Cosmic Boy's command decisions become even more erratic, with dire consequences in battle. Plus, Kinetix strikes a bargain with an aged mystic, and Ultra Boy encounters some unexplained phenomena. Written by Tom Peyer and Tom McCraw, with art and cover by Jeffrey Moy and W.C. Carani. Cover price $2.25.