Well, that was a doozy of an issue, wasn’t it? The final page of BATMAN AND ROBIN #12 not only capped off an exciting run of issues by writer Grant Morrison and artist Andy Clarke, but also marked the return of a long-missed and unexpected character. Did you have any inkling it was…oh, wait. You haven’t read the issue yet? Yeesh. Well, hop to it, then!

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Writer Brian Truitt connects with BIRDS OF PREY writer Gail Simone to talk about the new series and what she has planned for the book, reuniting with artist Ed Benes and why fans connect to the series.

And, once you’re done reading Gail’s thoughts, swing over to IGN for a first look at BIRDS OF PREY #1.

It’s the Battle for Mars, courtesy of writers Sterling Gates, James Robinson and artist Eduardo Pansica. With Superman having left the Kryptonian military to try and stop the war, General Zod needs to find a new Commander El – Superman’s cousin Supergirl.

THE WAR OF THE SUPERMEN #2 hits 5/12.

Geoff Johns and artist Francis Manapul continue to speed up the tension – yes, pun intended – in the second issue of THE FLASH series, as Barry Allen continues to investigate the “Dastardly Death of the Rogues.” But when the case takes a dramatic turn, will even the Fastest Man Alive have any idea who the main suspect is?

THE FLASH #2 hits 5/12.

We’ve got some live news this afternoon, as Senior Story Editor Ian Sattler phones in from Philadelphia, where he’s attending a signing by superstar artist J.G. Jones. What’s the good word, Ian?

“I stopped off in Philly to talk with JG Jones about his next top secret project for DC and got to roll to his signing/art show at the super rad new location of Atomic City Comics. If you’re in the area make sure to come by and see us.”

Oh, and he sends photos. Nice way to end the week. See you all Monday!

The Calculator plans to exact his revenge on Oracle by first unleashing a nanovirus upon the citizens of Gotham. What does that do, you ask? Well, it’d turn everyone into mindless techno-zombies. Doesn’t sound like much fun, eh? For phase two of his plan, the Calculator plans on eliminating everyone close to Oracle – including Batgirl.

BATGIRL #10, courtesy of Bryan Q. Miller and Lee Garbett, hits 5/12.

Writer Brian Azzarello and artist Rags Morales return for the second installment in the FIRST WAVE mini-series, as The Golden Tree begins to bear fruit. The Blackhawks are on the hunt for the Spirit. Doc Savage is after the Blackhawks. Anton Colossi is after William “Johnny” Littlejohn. And only Rima, the eyes of the jungle, knows what the heroes do not: something glorious and terrible has risen in the darkest corner of Hida’lgo.

FIRST WAVE #2 hits 5/12.

As BATMAN careens toward its landmark 700th issue, Dick Grayson’s life as the Dark Knight inches dangerously close to the edge. With the Falcone crime family and the Riddler making a mess of Gotham, Batman finds himself completely occupied and unable to see the shocking surprise that’s sure to blindside him.

Writer Tony Daniel and guest artist Guillem March present the latest issue, which you can take a sneak peek at below.

BATMAN #699 hits 5/12.

It’s all been building to this, folks. Bruce Wayne – Batman – has been lost in time and believed dead by his closest allies. His former sidekick has taken the cowl. Gotham remains under constant assault. But the question remains: where – or when – is Batman?

BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #1 launches a special, six-issue event that chronicles the return of the original Dark Knight, springing from the mind of writer Grant Morrison. With each issue spanning a different era of time and featuring the dynamic artwork of a different, A-list comic book artist.

First up we have Chris Sprouse, who handles art chores on the first, extra-sized issue. And we just so happen to have a first look at the pages below. In the on-deck circle: Frazer Irving for #2. Get ready.

BATMAN: RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #1 hits 5/12.

Well, the headline says it all, no? Starting with issue #55, Amy Reeder steps in as the regular cover artist for SUPERGIRL, joining the already-impressive team of writer Sterling Gates and artist Jamal Igle. But we have more. A first look at Amy’s cover to the aforementioned #55. Enjoy.