Invasion (TPB) – Comic Book Overview
The Story
Originally published in 1988, Invasion is a pivotal 3-issue DC Comics crossover miniseries that brings together a multitude of heroes and villains from across the DC Universe. In this epic storyline, a coalition of alien races led by the cold and calculating Dominators launches a massive assault on Earth. Their target? The planet's unpredictable and powerful metahumans, whom they see as a threat to universal stability. But beneath their public motives lies a hidden agenda that could have catastrophic consequences for all of humanity.
As war erupts on a galactic scale, Earth's greatest champions — including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, the Flash, and the Justice League — must unite to stop the alien invasion and uncover the truth behind their enemies' real objective.
Comic Book Details
- Title: Invasion (Trade Paperback Edition)
- Publisher: DC Comics
- Publishing Brand: DC Universe
- Publication Year: Originally in 1988; TPB reprints released later
- Format: Trade Paperback (TPB)
- Issues Collected: Invasion #1–3
- Genre: Superhero, Science Fiction, Action, Crossover Event
- Page Count: Approx. 240 pages
Main Characters Featured
- Superman
- Batman
- Wonder Woman
- Martian Manhunter
- Green Lantern
- The Flash (Wally West)
- Firestorm
- Captain Atom
- The Dominators
- L.E.G.I.O.N.
- Various alien species (e.g., Khunds, Psions, Durlans, and others)
Creative Team
- Writers: Keith Giffen (plot), Bill Mantlo (script)
- Artists: Todd McFarlane, Bart Sears
- Inker: P. Craig Russell
- Colorist: Carl Gafford
- Letterer: Gaspar Saladino
- Editor: Andy Helfer
Legacy and Significance
Invasion had a lasting impact on the DC Universe, particularly with the introduction of the metagene concept — a genetic explanation for how metahumans gain their powers. This storyline influenced many later DC events and titles and served as an inspiration for cross-media adaptations, including elements used in The CW's Arrowverse Invasion! crossover.
Description
Invasion (TPB) is a major DC Comics crossover event where Earth’s heroes unite to stop a hostile alien alliance led by the Dominators targeting metahumans. Featuring key DC icons like Superman and Batman, this sci-fi epic explores war, power, and hidden agendas with universe-shaking consequences.
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