DC Comics Modern Era Lot – 4 Book Set - Lot F3 (Brand New / Unread)

DC Comics Modern Era Lot – 4 Book Set - Lot F3 (Brand New / Unread)Plunge into the deepest black ops mysteries, cosmic power shifts, and rare retailer variants of the DC Universe with this premium, high grade collection of modern first printings. This highly curated set connects the critically acclaimed noir masterwork of The Human Target with major thematic turning points in Aquaman, the high stakes espionage of The Atom Project, and a highly collectible, limited distribution retailer incentive variant. Featuring

Plunge into the deepest black-ops mysteries, cosmic power shifts, and rare retailer variants of the DC Universe with this premium, high-grade collection of modern first printings. This highly curated set connects the critically acclaimed noir masterwork of The Human Target with major thematic turning points in Aquaman, the high-stakes espionage of The Atom Project, and a highly collectible, limited-distribution retailer incentive variant. Featuring breakout writing and artwork from industry legends like Tom King, Greg Smallwood, Greg Capullo, John Timms, and Mike Perkins.

All four books are in pristine, brand-new, and unread condition. This collection is a phenomenal pick-up for variant hunters, DC completionists, or independent retail store owners looking to add high-interest, fast-moving modern backissues straight onto their storefront displays or longbox inventories.

The Comic Book Lineup

1. DC Year of the Villain #1 (2019) – Greg Capullo Cover Art "Surprise Comics" Retailer Exclusive Variant

The absolute crown jewel of this collection! This is a highly sought-after, limited-print retail exclusive variant issued specifically for Surprise Comics, featuring a powerhouse, menacing cover design by legendary superstar artist Greg Capullo. This massive issue serves as the essential blueprint for Lex Luthor's dark cosmic ascension and the widespread corruption of the DC Universe's greatest heroes, making it a major prize for modern variant investors.

2. The Human Target (4th Series) #1 – Cover A Greg Smallwood First Printing (2021 Key)

The blockbusting, Eisner Award-nominated debut of the acclaimed DC Black Label masterpiece written by Tom King! Featuring the breathtaking, mid-century retro noir artwork and cover design of Greg Smallwood, this massive premier issue tracks Christopher Chance as he accepts a lethal assignment to protect Lex Luthor, only to find himself poisoned and left with only twelve days to solve his own upcoming murder.

3. Justice League: The Atom Project #6 – Cover A Mike Perkins First Printing

The intense, high-stakes tactical conclusion to the sci-fi espionage thriller! Featuring the gritty, shadow-drenched line work and realistic cover art of industry master Mike Perkins, this chapter brings the classified, reality-warping microscopic threat to its breaking point as the Justice League fights to contain an unstable subatomic weapon before it fractures the core timeline.

4. Aquaman #6 (2016 8th Series / Rebirth Era) – Cover A John Timms First Printing

A fast-moving, high-octane chapter from the acclaimed modern Atlantean mythos. Featuring dynamic, kinetic main cover artwork by John Timms, this issue plunges deep into the political unrest of the seven seas as Arthur Curry navigates treacherous underwater insurgencies, tactical marine standoffs, and the fragile diplomatic borders between the surface world and Atlantis.

Product Highlights

• Exclusive Retailer Scarcity: Anchored by the Year of the Villain #1 Surprise Comics variant, delivering instant visual pop and premium longbox investment value.

• Award-Winning Premiere Key: Contains The Human Target #1, capturing the highly collectible debut issue of one of the most critically celebrated DC prestige series of the modern era.

• Collector-Ready Presentation: A uniform set of pristine modern first printings that look exceptional on physical retail racks, online web showcases, or individual social media storefronts.

Item Details

• Publisher: DC Comics / DC Black Label

• Format: Standard Comic Book Mix

• Themes: Retailer Exclusive Variants, Mid-Century Noir Espionage, Subatomic Microscopic Threats, Atlantean Political Insurgencies

• Total Books: 4

Item Condition Details

All books in this lot are in Brand New / Unread Condition

• Storage: Maintained strictly in a smoke-free, climate-controlled collector environment entirely away from direct sunlight.

Specifications

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