Prepare to be blown away as DC Comics gears up for its electrifying new publishing event, DC K.O.! After smashing sales records and bouncing back from a looming industry downturn, DC is ready to deliver a superhero slugfest like never before.

This highly-anticipated story initiative is spearheaded by the dynamic duo of Scott Snyder, the mastermind behind the blockbuster Absolute Batman, and Joshua Williamson, the writer of Superman. Set to launch this fall, DC K.O. will unfold through a main series and weave its way through various titles in the expansive DC Universe.

A Tournament of Titans Awaits!

Javi Fernández, known for his work on Batman & Robin and King Spawn, will bring the main series to life with stunning artwork. Snyder teased, "DC K.O. is a knock-down, drag-out fight between all your favorite DC superheroes in a cosmic tournament to save the universe from the clutches of Darkseid!"

Building on the momentum from the DC All In era and its thrilling successor, Absolute Universe, this event promises to escalate the stakes as 36 fierce fighters clash in a tournament of champions. Picture Earth transformed into a five-tiered gladiatorial arena where each level presents brutal challenges designed to test the very limits of our beloved heroes.

The Quest for Omega Energy!

The grand objective? To generate enough Omega Energy to rival Darkseid and crown a new King Omega, an otherworldly force crucial to the universe's fate. Unlike previous company-wide events that focused on specific characters, DC K.O. centers on Superman, with Snyder revealing, "I wanted to tell a story about Superman looking into his own heart of darkness. It’s a very personal narrative wrapped in nine layers of candy exploding in your face."

Williamson added, "Each level is a new challenge, and the tournament will reveal unexpected heroes—some will surprise you with just how far they go in these epic battles!"

Mark Your Calendars!

This thrilling five-issue limited series is set to run through early 2026, with the highly-anticipated first issue launching on October 8. Look out for a striking 48-page kickoff issue featuring a dramatic acetate overlay cover. Fans can also expect stunning variant covers from renowned artists including Jim Lee, Frank Cho, and many others, all retailing for just $5.99!

But that’s not all! The DC K.O. saga will extend into several one-shots and ongoing issues, delving deeper into the drama. Look for the prologue, Justice League: The Omega Act no. 1, landing on shelves on October 1.

Unmissable Panels and Exclusive Insights!

Don’t miss the chance to catch exclusive reveals and surprises during the DC All In: What’s Next panel at San Diego Comic-Con! Join Snyder, Williamson, and other DC heavyweights on Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. as they lift the curtain on DC K.O., exploring what’s in store for the future of the Absolute Universe and beyond.

The clock is ticking, and the stage is being set for one of the most thrilling superhero showdowns ever. Prepare yourselves, DC fans—the fight for the universe is about to begin!