Raised from birth to be a warrior, Orion has spent a lifetime opposing his father, the maniacal godlike Darkseid. But when the evil despot discovers the secret to ultimate power, the scales are tipped and the brutal and ruthless anti-hero must find a way to bring down his father or watch as the malicious tyrant takes over the entire universe.
In 2000, legendary writer/artist Walter Simonson, best known for his work on DC's Manhunter and Marvels' Thor, treated comics fans to his vision of Jack Kirby's Fourth World mythology. At the center of the series was the conflict between Orion, born on the violent world of Apokolips but raised on peaceful New Genesis, and his father, Darkseid, ruler of Apokolips. Focusing on the clash between father and son, the series features most of the Fourth World heroes and villains created by Jack Kirby, as Darkseid seeks the deadly anti-life equation - and Orion battles to stop him from eradicating life as we know it! This title also includes short stories written by Simonson and illustrated by Frank Miller, Dave Gibbons, Howard Chaykin, Jim Lee and others. Collects ORION #1-25 and stories from JACK KIRBY'S FOURTH WORLD #9-11 and 13.
Don't miss this new volume featuring the greatest New Gods stories by aWho's Who of all-star creators! Recognized as one of Jack Kirby's greatestcreations, the New Gods now play an integral role in the DC Universe. Rediscoverthe classic tales of young Scott Free, Darkseid, Orion and more in thissoftcover collecting stories from Mister Miracle Special, Jack Kirby's FourthWorld #2-20, and Orion #3-4, #6-8, #10, #12, #15, #18-19! Plus, anever-before-published short story by writer Mark Millar with art by Steve Ditko& Mick Gray!
Legendary comics writer/artist Walter Simonson continues his take on Orion and the New Gods in these stories. Along the way, Billy Batson brings the thunder to Apokolips, Orion attempts to heal the Earth with the Anti-Life Equation and The Joker runs afoul of Slig. It all leads to an epic confrontation between Orion and Mister Miracle! Collects ORION #12-25, plus covers, pinups, sketch material and more.
This centuries-spanning original graphic novel from legendary writer/artist Walter Simonson cleverly ties the Biblical story of Judas to the DC Universe. Simonson shows how one of the silver coins Judas was paid to betray Jesus has had an impact on the DC Universe, with chapters starring The Golden Gladiator (70 A.D.), The Viking Prince (900 A.D.), Captain Fear (1740) and Bat Lash (1880). The centerpiece of the book is an epic battle between Batman and Two-Face. The story blasts into the future as well, with a final chapter set in the year 2070.
And at the heart of this promethean creation stands a single figure, destined from birth to be a living conduit between the elemental forces that shaped his people and their worlds. He is the brave and noble champion of New Genesis, adopted by its benevolent Highfather and raised as his own son. Yet within him also boils the rage and power of his true fatherÑthe tyrannical ruler of Apokolips, Darkseid! His name is Orion, and this is the story of his greatest adventure! Ranging from the streets of America to the furthest reaches of time and space, this epic saga will uncover long-hidden secrets from OrionÕs pastÑand provoke the ultimate reckoning for his future! Only one talent could possibly summon the vision and fortitude necessary to recount such a mighty tale as thisÑthe supremely gifted writer and artist Walter Simonson! Orion by Walter Simonson Book One collects issues #1-11 of the legendary storytellerÕs acclaimed Orion series, and also includes a treasure trove of SimonsonÕs Fourth World-related short stories, covers and sketches. Worlds beyond imagining await within!
Considered by many to be the greatest run on Thor ever, Walt Simonson's classic tales of the God of Thunder are collected here - completely remastered from the original artwork and newly colored by Steve Oliff ! And there are too many timeless tales to count: The Casket of Ancient Winters! The death of Odin! The origins of Asgard! The sacrifice of the Executioner! Thor as a frog! The Mutant Massacre! The curse of Hela! The debut of Thor's body armor! Guest-starring Beta Ray Bill, Nick Fury and the Avengers! Featuring the threats of Fafnir the dragon, Loki, Lorelei, Malekith the Dark Elf, Surtur, Hela, the Titanium Man, Kurse, Zaniac, the Marauders, the Absorbing Man, Fin Fang Foom, the Destroyer and the Midgard Serpent! COLLECTING: THOR 337-355, 357-369, 371-382; BALDER THE BRAVE 1-4
Legendary comics' writer/artist Walter Simonson continues his take on Orion and the New Gods in these stories. Along the way, Billy Batson brings the thunder to Apokolips, Orion attempts to heal the Earth with the Anti-Life Equation and The Joker runs afoul of Slig. It all leads to an epic confrontation between Orion and Mister Miracle!
The New Gods return in this collection of stories that reimagined Jack Kirby’s famous creations for a new era! Writer Mark Evanier, former assistant to New Gods creator Jack Kirby, teams with artist Paris Cullins to revive Orion, Darkseid, Metron, Kalibak, and more in this collection of key late-80s stories, set in the wake of Cosmic Odyssey. Stories include Orion leading an expedition to Earth and the six-part “Bloodline Saga.” Collects New Gods #1-14.