The witch known as The Enchantress has gone mad, unleashing forces that not even the combined powers of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and Cyborg can stop. And if those heroes can’t handle the job, who will stand against this mystical madness? Shade the Changing Man, Madame Xanadu, Deadman, Zatanna and John Constantine may be our only hope – but how can we put our trust in beings whose very presence makes ordinary people break out in a cold sweat?
Date Available: 09/28/2011
BONUS REVIEW by JOHN SCHAEFER
An interesting story line, some wonderful takes on characterizations, heaps of guest appearances. This is a wonderful beginning to a crossover event. But this isn't a crossover event, this is a secondary Justice League title in the new 52 universe. Which begs the question, was this a necessary title for the new 52 universe. I honestly can't say. I really want to get behind this book but it just doesn't feel right. As a Vertigo cross-over storyline or mini-series, I would be scooping this puppy up in a minute! But slapping a Justice League logo across the front of this, doesn't sit well with me. Maybe if this had been labeled as an anthology title like All-Star Western or Our Men At War, I could have accepted it better or even as a story line in the new DC Comics Presents but not Justice League. And, of course, the main problem with this book, John Constantine. Now don't get me wrong, I have followed the Hellblazer since Swamp Thing and Vertigo issue
#1. I even sat through the movie! But as it was pointed out in the new Swamp Thing #1. John is still pretty much a con artist, user, self-centered character. That's why we love him. To make him a member of any Justice League goes against the very nature of the loner we have all grown to love. Hopefully, he will be used sparingly much like the Phantom Stranger way back in the Justice League of America's first title. Storyline and characters make this book an 8 but the title is going to shave a graham off.
