Writer: Paul Jenkins (Deadman), Dan DiDio (CotU) | Artist: Bernard Chang (Deadman), Jerry Ordway (CotU) | Inks: Ray McCarthy (CotU), Andy Lanning & Marlo Alquiza | Colours: Blond (Dm), Tony Aviña
Ever since he died and became Deadman, Boston Brand has served the deity known as Rama Kushna, inhabiting bodies to complete missions that she dictates. But for the first time, Deadman may have a clue how to gain some control over his “life”, as he finds that the souls that he helps are going straight to Hell!
The Challengers. Out of time and on the run. Eight survivors of a fiery plane crash, bound by fate and death, are on a desperate mission to uncover the mysteries of the Unknown before the powers that saved their lives claim them for eternity!
DC Universe Presents is an anthology series, which will offer up short story arcs focused on a range of characters drawn from the wider DC Comics roster. In this first collection, we get the back-story of Deadman (who features in Justice League Dark, one of my favourite New 52 titles), and also the Challengers of the Unknown. The series has the potential to be a superb introduction for new readers, but also the potential to be very hit-and-miss. Which is how I felt about this book…
