[January 23rd, 2012] In the first update of 2012, we take a look back to the formation of some of the heroes destined to become the Justice League of America’s finest! Some are rising stars with their abilities but some lead a darker lifestyle that has been thrust upon them, and January proves to be the month when we look at both sides of that coin! Oceans, demons, magic, heroics and space odysseys await! Wash away those January blues with some new reads from our staff here at DC Omega!

Aquaman #2 – Rime of the Ancient Mariner Part 2: Aquaman takes his battle to the depths of the ocean as Comstock and Amnesty Bay await a divine intervention from ‘natures’ latest disaster! Monsters of the deep aren’t all that threaten the younger hero, as Governor Mason of Comstock wants retribution for the attack on his oil rigs. His campaign of hate is about heat up, but a supporter will come from within the ranks of Aquaman’s nearest and dearest. It’s a case of Kako versus Eva Torres, the Duchess of the Deep, and neither of Aquaman’s ladies is willing to play nice. Written by Gavin McMahon.

Green Lantern #2 – In Blackest Night: Kyle Rayner has been gifted with power and responsibilities that he doesn’t understand. In the continuation of his new self-discovery, the artist is learning that to be a hero he’ll have to redefine the life he has come to accept. Meanwhile, a young man is tormented by his abilities driving him to kill and murder those around him. Can Kyle withstand this power? Will the newest hero around be able handle himself when he’s dragged into a mysterious case of murder and intrigue? Kyle may be out of his depth. Written by Tobias Christopher.

Legion #0 – State of the Universe: From the depths of space comes the knowledgeable R.J. Brande, and through his mechanisms comes the understanding of galactic society and politics in the 31st Century. Head of a security detail, Brande delegates the roles that will certainly bring a space odyssey to the forefront! Space pirates, political warzones and diplomacy all reign supreme but when a Daxam diplomat is taken, their future begins to look a lot more sinister!  Written by Mike Hintze.

Raven #1 – Cry for Blood Part 1: Haunted after the apparent suicide of one of her former friends, Rachel Roth is cast into a journey of self discovery she thought she had abandoned in her childhood. Isolated and desperate, she begins to cling to the mysteries surrounding this death as if they are the answers but the world they’ll drag her into is one that she has been hidden from. In faith there is blood, and sacrifice. Rachel’s world will never be the same. In the search for a murderer, can Rachel find the truth behind her heritage? Written Wesley Overhults.

Wonder Woman #2 – Beware Greeks Bearing Gifts: Diana’s become the chosen emissary of the elite Amazons of Themyscira, but life beyond her island will prove to be equally as turbulent as that which the princess has known in war. Stepping onto the shores of a man’s world, the future is before her and she must take the risks to accomplish her goal. In a tale of the past Diana must use it to understand her future! Who is Ettahcandei? Can the Amazon withstand the wrath of a woman whom she has swiftly come to wrong? Or has Diana’s temper flared once too often? Written by Meriades Rai.

[December 5th, 2011] DC Omega returns with even more taste bud tingling, eye watering issues that will take the youth of tomorrow and the next generation from both sides of the great black and white divide into the future. It’s almost time to start cooking up a storm and unwrap those presents but it doesn’t all need to be so stressful! So sit back, relax and sink into one of the great stories on offer as the Christmas holidays quickly approaches. Enjoy the release of a further five brand new titles for your enjoyment, bringing some new faces and even some longstanding writers to a new chapter of the Omegaverse!

Doctor Fate #1 – Human Origins Part 1: Kent Nelson is a Salem University student who finds himself travelling across the world for yet another awkward college break with his father. It’s a chance happening upon a discovery that will forever change the world as he, and everyone he will ever come into contact with, knows it. Specialising in cryptoarchaeology, Kent has forever had a passion for the fantastical. In an offer that will force the myth-chaser away from the classes that have been his comfort, will that choice be taken from him by what he now knows? Written by Dale Glaser.

Doom Patrol #1 – The Bomb: High school isn’t easy for everyone. Cheryl Tate is no exception to this hardship. She’s the bottom of the food chain in a world of endless torture but she considers that things can only get better. She might be wrong. Elsewhere, Doctor Nils Caulder is in need of rescuing and fortunately, it looks like the Doom Patrol are just the ones to do it as they creep from the shadows to perform another act of heroism! In truth, it looks as if these two tales are about to collide and that seems like it could be a recipe for disaster! Doom Patrol is stepping into the light!  Written by Desmond Reddick.

Suicide Squad #1 – Hymns of the Haunted Part 1: Metahumans haven’t come into existence since the arrival of Metropolis’ blur; they’ve merely become more public. Black Creek Penitentiary in Montana was built on the ethos that those who were empowered and dangerous to society would never threaten another human life. It’s a hard world now, and seven inmates are about to be offered freedom at a price they can’t yet fathom. If it means their freedom, can they honestly say no? In an in-depth look at the psychologies of a young metahuman and everything in between, a team without a name will be formed but they won’t have time for the glory? It’s a suicide squad. Written by Gavin McMahon.

Teen Titans #1 – Hopeless Optimism: A boy wonder. A green changeling. An alien princess. A deadly samurai. A mysterious archer. Six unlikely young heroes band together in a way that only the youth of today could – internet blog. Things won’t be easy though. In a battle that matches them against the enigmatic but fearsome Ravager, the six must quickly learn who they are and what it will take if they wish to survive. Still as one falters amidst the rest – could the journey for one of our heroes be over before it ever really began? Written by Hunter Lambright.

Young Justice #1 – Genesis: The Academy has the appearance of a school of convention. Nothing inside its walls seems to be extraordinary amidst a world were superheroes are steadily rising into existence. But just who is Danny? In an adventure that will push these students to their limits and cause them to reassess what they knew and who they are, Young Justice pits them in a fight for not only their lives but their sanity. Headmaster Rick Flag has some dark secrets of his own but it appears as if the students of the Academy could very well be the ones to pay for his sins! Written by David Brashear.

[November 7th, 2011] DC Omega is rising from the ashes of its previous incarnation in 2006 with a bevy of writers, promising to be a force to be reckoned with in the community and a suitable partner for the thriving sister site, Marvel Omega! Under the direction of new EiC Gavin McMahon, DCO is off to a strong start that promises to get stronger! The biggest heroes in the DCU are recreated from their very cores in new and interesting directions! In the run-up to becoming the premiere team, we take this opportunity to introduce you to some of the finest characters to date in the launch of six solo titles!

Aquaman #1 - Rime of the Ancient Mariner Part 1: His life was changed by the death of his father but can the mariner find his way back towards morality? Arthur Curry, called Aquaman by the media, has spent the last several months of his life antagonizing the government from behind his emerald mask, searching for the answers that his father failed to provide and trying to discover a purpose worth his abilities! Can a beautiful redhead give him answers? What about when the very seas throw their power at him? Aquaman will have to earn the status of a hero, but does he want to? Written by Gavin McMahon.

Batman #1 - Nothing To Fear Part 1: For years, a bizarre urban legend has gripped the interest of Gotham's underworld, the belief in a masked vigilante or inhuman creature of the night known only as the Batman. What the city refuses to acknowledge and what many inmates at Arkham Asylum know to be true, is that the Batman is very, very real. And now he has his sights set on Gotham crime lord Salvatore "The Boss" Maroni! Written by Dino Pollard.

The Flash #1 - Born To Run: Wally West is taking his first steps into adulthood, but his life is shook to its very core when faced with the death of a loved one! Navigating through the choppy waters of college, Wally is trying to find himself like everyone else, but he's destined for more than he can imagine! Unsure about everything in his life, things are about to become even murkier for the young man. How will he cope with what he's been dealt? Can he live up to the expectations of those around him? Science and heroism is now recreated! Written by Stephen Crosby.

Green Lantern #1 - In Brightest Day: His childhood was unhappy and he's accomplished nothing to be proud of. Born to money and living in poverty, the wannabe artist has no idea what to do with his life. In a freak accident, everything changes and he'll have to decide whether or not he wants to continue on his aimless path or if there's more of his story to be told. In a world of aliens and long-forgotten wars, Kyle Rayner is the man who was chosen, but will he accept the challenges that offers? Written by Tobias Christopher.

Superman #1 - Taking Flight Part 1: Clark Kent has spent his entire life helping people, even traveling the world following high school and going into various war zones. But now that he's planning to make a home for himself in Metropolis, Clark finds the media attention is too great and he can no longer use his incredible powers in secret. With the help of his mother and his girlfriend, he'll need to find a new identity...and change the world forever! Written by Dino Pollard.

Wonder Woman #1 - The Emissary: Diana of Themyscira, a princess from a world beyond the imagination of any man, has made a choice that will change her destiny against the wishes of those who care for her the most. Born to Queen Hippolyta, Diana is a woman like no other in her skills and drive to succeed. She will stop at nothing, not for glory but to spread the peace she has always known to the land that has always suffered. Her decisions will bear the markings of a legacy. Before she was Wonder Woman, she was Diana. And this is how she became a legend. Written by Meriades Rai.