Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in February 2026!
No Justice (2018) Reading Order
Crossover: Brainiac turns to the Justice League, the Suicide Squad and the Titans to help him oppose a cosmic-level threat in the aftermath of Dark Nights: Metal!
Top 20 Comic Book Collected Editions of 2025
Podcast & Video: The complete rundown of our favourite collected editions of 2025 - is your #1 choice on our list?
The Supergirl Saga (1988) Reading Order
Crossover: There's a Supergirl in the post-Crisis DC Universe - but isn't that impossible?!
INCOMING! November 2025 Comic Book Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in November 2025!
Swamp Thing Reading Order, 1971-1986: Earth-One
Chronology: The Swamp Thing rises from the flames where Alec Holland fell, and faces unimaginable horrors in the DC Universe!
INCOMING! October 2025 Comic Book Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in October 2025!
Superman Reading Order, 1987-1988: The Man of Steel
Comics Chronology: The Man of Steel gets a fresh start after the universe-resetting Crisis on Infinite Earths
Return to Krypton (1988) Reading Order
Crossover: Superman finds out the truth about Krypton's intentions for Earth...
Different Worlds (1988) Reading Order
Crossover: Surely Superman and Wonder Woman would make the perfect super-couple, right...?
Millennium (1987-1988) Reading Order
Major Event: The heroes unite when the Manhunters come to Earth to wipe out the next generation of Chosen metahumans!
Batman Family Reading Order, 1989-1990: The Many Deaths of the Batman
Comics Chronology: Batman searches for a new sense of purpose in the wake of the fall of Robin and Batgirl!
The Superman Revenge Squad (1997) Reading Order
Crossover: Five deadly foes of the Man of Steel are brought together to face him all at once!
INCOMING! July 2025 Comic Book Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in July 2025!
Invasion From Dimension X (1987) Reading Order
Crossover: Booster Gold's mission to rescue his sister leads to a clash with Superman
A Twist in Time (1987) Reading Order
Crossover: If post-Crisis Superman was never 'Superboy', then how'd we get the Legion of Super-Heroes?
Top Ten Most-Wanted DC Omnibus: 2025 Edition
Podcast & Video: The stories and runs we'd like to see in chunky collections from DC Comics
The Secret Revealed! (1987) Reading Order
Minor Crossover: Lex Luthor's search for Superman's secret identity leads him on a darker path
The Truth Revealed (2020) Reading Order
Crossover: Superman realises you can't stand for truth when you have a secret identity
INCOMING! June 2025 Comic Book Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in June 2025!
Storm Warnings (1986) Reading Order
Crossover / Related Events: Civil war on Tamaran could bring Starfire and Nightwing's relationship to breaking point
Crisis on Infinite Earths (1985-1986) Reading Order
Major Event: A cataclysmic battle for the multiverse results in the rebirth of the DC Universe
The One-Man JLA: Secret Origins (1999) Reading Order
Crossover: Superman is forced to live out his memories as though he'd never landed on Earth and joined the Justice League
Brainiac Reading Order, 1958-Present: Vril Dox of Earth-One
Comics Chronology: The intergalactic collector of cities, the alien android Brainiac's fate would be tied to Superman when he stole the city of Kandor from Krypton
The Comic Book Speakeasy – Breaking down DC’s CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS
Podcast & Video: To commemorate the 40th anniversary of CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS (1985-1986), Eric & Dave share a few drinks and talk over the highlights of the crossover that completely changed the course of DC history
What to read before… Knight Terrors (2023)
Background Reading: Get the backstory on the Dawn of DC crossover event that leads into Beast World
Top Ten Comic Book Fight Scenes: 2025 Edition
Podcast & Video: Dust off those knuckles and put up your dukes for Round 2 - that's right, fight fans, it's another ten bust-em ups!
What to read before… DAY OF JUDGMENT (1999)
Background Reading: The stories to pick up before the DAY OF JUDGMENT event - from the essential to the optional
Top 20 Comic Book Collected Editions of 2024 – Part Two (#10-1)
Podcast & Video: The second of our two-part rundown of our favourite collected editions of 2024
Lazarus Planet (2022-2023) Reading Order
Major Crossover: A clash between Batman and Robin results in the the world being subjected to the Lazarus Rain - new meta-powers hit the DC Universe!
The Superman Legacy Trailer Gets the Spotlight in The Comic Book Speakeasy
Podcast & Video: We discuss that Superman trailer and share some of our favourite old reads from 2024
The New 52: Futures End (2014-2015)
Major Event: Batman Beyond arrives in a future just out of our reach to shut down Brother Eye - but a larger threat looms in the depths of the DC Universe
Strangers in Smallville (2000) Reading Order
Related Events: Superman heads to Smallville while he and Lois Lane take a break
The Ghost Machine Tapes: Geoff Johns on building the Unnamed Universe
Podcast & Video: Geoff Johns enters the Omniverse, recounts his favourite DC stories and reveals how to build a universe with Ghost Machine
World’s End (2014-2015) Reading Order
Major Event: The war against Darkseid on Earth 2 reaches it's explosive climax!
INCOMING! December 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this December!
The HIVE (1980-1981) Reading Order
Related Events / Crossover: The rise of a new criminal organisation hits the Superman Family and leads to the formation of the new Teen Titans
INCOMING! November 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this November!
Knight Terrors (2023) Reading Order
Major Event: The population of Earth is forced into sleep, leaving it up to Deadman and a handful of other unlikely heroes to save the world
Wordburglar brings back his ‘Rapplicable Skills’
Interview: Comic book aficionado & emcee... Wordburglar is back - and this time he's restoring all the glory to one of his finest albums!
Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths (2022-2023) Reading Order
Major Event: With the Justice League gone, who will stand against the Great Darkness before it eradicates the multiverse?
Road to Dark Crisis (2022) Reading Order
Crossover: Before the Dark Crisis, the Justice League must die!
Joker Reading Order, 1956-1986: Earth One – The Silver & Bronze Age
Reading Order: From a thief with a gimmick to a psychotic major threat, the Joker becomes Batman’s biggest foe once again
Secrets and Shadows (2022) Reading Order
Related Events: The fallout of ‘Shadow War’ takes us through to ‘Lazarus Island’
INCOMING! September 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this September!
TOP TEN Mark Millar Comics
Podcast & Video: We pick 10 of our favourite stories by the acclaimed writer
House of Brainiac (2024) Reading Order
Crossover: In the build-up to 'Absolute Power', Brainiac makes his final move against the Superman Family
Nuclear Roulette (2000) Reading Order
Minor Crossover: The Joker returns following the events of No Man's Land, and this time he's brought nukes
Top Ten Comic Book Resurrections
Death comes for all as discussed in our TOP TEN COMIC BOOK DEATHS episode! This time around, though, we look at the characters who returned from the veil. Or perhaps never crossed over to the other side in the first place! There’ll be plenty you’ll recognise and reminiss over, but also some more obscure choices... Continue Reading →
Top Ten Most-Wanted DC Comics Omnibus
It’s unlikely that you’ve failed to notice the slew of announcements from DC Comics regarding their 2024 slate of new and reprinted collected editions! Everything from Superman: The Triangle Years to Deathstroke the Terminator… Scalped to Batman: Bruce Wayne - Murderer and Fugitive will finally be gracing our shelves in chunky hardcover format, this year.... Continue Reading →
TOP TEN Love Stories
Love is in the air for Eric & Dave as they share some of their stand-out favourite comic book love stories! From well-known classics to a few that may be new to you, they choose some of the most stirring pairings they love to see, then share a tale that hit ‘em right in the... Continue Reading →
The Comics Speakeasy: The Comic Book Q&A!
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and answer YOUR questions! That’s right! This time around, some of you kindly sent us videos featuring the questions you wanted to ask us! Eric & Dave go truly international, firing answers back to Japan, Ireland,... Continue Reading →
First Contact (2014) Reading Order
Expelled from their native Earth 2 via a Boom Tube, Supergirl (Kara Zor-El) and Robin (Helena Wayne) were cast into Prime Earth – the mainstream reality in the DC Multiverse. So far they’ve avoided running into this world’s counterparts of Batman and Superman, but that’s all about to change! SCROLL DOWN to the bottom for... Continue Reading →
THE COMICS SPEAKEASY: The greatest Moment in History?
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and ask the big questions… What’s the worst super-suit? Which Ninja Turtle weapon would you choose? Which comic book hideout would you choose? What era would you travel back in time to? and more! Listen to... Continue Reading →
Showdown (1983) Reading Order
Lex Luthor and Brainiac had been long-standing foes of the Man of Steel for some time. But Action Comics #544 would mark a change of pace them both, upgrading them and making them even more formidable to mark Superman’s 45th anniversary. Minor Crossover: The two separate threads - Brainiac’s transformation and Lex Luthor’s upgrade -... Continue Reading →
Forever Evil (2013-2014) Reading Order
ARGUS formed the Justice League of America to take down the Justice League if they ever stepped over the line. But little did they realise, another version of the League was trying to break through from Earth 3! The Crime Syndicate have fled their reality and taken over the Prime Earth. In fact, they’ve been... Continue Reading →
INCOMING! November ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in November’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible... Continue Reading →
Omniverse Book Club- Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
The book club returns and this time around, Omni-Eric and Adam Chapman fly through Metropolis to ask Superman, “Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?” Written by Alan Moore who is accompanied by classic Superman artist, Curt Swan, this pre-Crisis story which is told as the “last tale” for the Man of Steel, is considered... Continue Reading →
Top Ten John Byrne Stories
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and book shelves to pick some of their favourite stories written or drawn (or both!) by John Byrne – a man who’s made his mark on pretty much every major Marvel and DC character. From his time on the X-Men, Superman, the Avengers, Wonder Woman,... Continue Reading →
Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow? (1986) Reading Order
He’s the greatest hero on the planet! But a gift from the Legion of Super-Heroes will hint at the coming of the ‘Last Days of Superman’. How does the legend of the Man of Tomorrow end? Alan More, Kurt Swan, Murphy Anderson, George Pérez and more tell the ‘imaginary story’ of the fate of Superman.... Continue Reading →
Batman Reading Order, Origins II: Batman & Robin
Before LEGENDS (1986-1987) begins, the origins of the Batman continue! The ‘Bat-Family’ expands as the Dark Knight gains a sidekick in Robin, inspires Batgirl to take up the cowl and meets the deadly Huntress. And the Batman spreads his wings as he meets Superman, becomes a recurring member of the Justice League and first encounters... Continue Reading →
INCOMING! September ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in September's releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books... Continue Reading →
Trinity War (2013) Reading Order
The burgeoning relationship between Superman and Wonder Woman is making the US Government nervous. Amanda Waller and Steve Trevor formed their own Justice League of America (during WORLD’S MOST DANGEROUS) to counter the true Justice League shold they ever cross the line. And that time is about to arrive. And with Zatanna now assisting the... Continue Reading →
World’s Most Dangerous (2013) Reading Order
The Advanced Research Group Uniting Super-Humans (ARGUS) wasn’t created just to liase with the Justice League. It was created to monitor them. But now that Superman and Wonder Woman are an item, the US Government are concerned that there may be a more sinister agenda at work. Amanda Waller is about to create a new... Continue Reading →
Bring on the Bad Guys: 10 Superman Villains’ Stories
When folks stack up comics’ greatest rogues galleries, Superman’s bad batch don’t often get a look-in. So, leave it to the Omniverse Comics Guide to remind you just how great those evildoers are by picking out ten villains, along with a story for each that really stuck with us like a Kryptonite shiv. Which of... Continue Reading →
TOP TEN Fight Scenes
Get ready for a selection of ten of the greatest knock-down drag-outs in comics as we delve into our TOP TEN favourite fight scenes of all time! From known classics to a few that may be new to you, we select the punch-ups that are still ringing in our ears even after the book has... Continue Reading →
DC Multiverse Collected Editions Reviews
ABSOLUTE ALL-STAR SUPERMAN By Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely The Underverse ruled by Bizarros. The time-eating Chronovore. Jimmy Olsen, superhero? Nothing is impossible in ALL-STAR SUPERMAN. Except for the fact that Superman... is dying. Now with time running against him, the Man of Steel must tie up loose ends and make sure that he leaves the... Continue Reading →
INCOMING! June’ 23 Collected Editions
As summer makes its way around the corner, Eric and Dave thumb through their comic catalogue for the month of June and make their wish list and recommendations for collections being released in June. What's making their summer reading list this time around, and which books would they recommend to fellow fans? Tune in and... Continue Reading →
Kal-El Returns (2022-2023) Reading Order
Related Events: Superman is back from Warworld, but what’s the fate of that conflict-fuelled planet and what new threats await him on Earth?
INCOMING! MAY ’23 Collected Editions
And just like that...Spring has sprung and the guys from the "Guide" reunite and review some of comics they are excited for coming out in May 2023. This time around, Eric and Dave choose collected editions, compendiums and omnibus for series that neither of them have read as of yet. A lot of hopeful and... Continue Reading →
The Warworld Saga (2021-2022) Reading Order
Major Crossover: Superman journeys to Warworld for an epic showdown with the titanic cosmic conqueror Mongul
The Passenger (2021) Reading Order
Crossover: Midnighter travels from Warwrold's future to the present DC Universe to end a megalomaniac's plan to evolve humanity by force.
The Golden Age (2021) Reading Order
Crossover: Superman prepares to pass the torch to his son, Jon Kent, as Warworld looms
Y2K (2000) Reading Order
Crossover : Brainiac turns Metropolis into a true City of Tomorrow
Doom Patrol Reading Order: The New Earth/Vertigo Era (1987-2011)
Comics Chronology: Following the Crisis, the Doom Patrol crawl from the wreckage experience a dose of Vertigo - and not everyone makes it out alive!
Legends (1986-1987) Reading Order
Major Crossover: Darkseid turns humanity against the world's greatest heroes - which could spell the end of the Justice League!
Aliens & Predator Versus The Omniverse, 1991-2019: AVP vs Other Universes
Comics Chronology: The Xenomorphs & Yautja face off against characters from 2000AD, Archie, Dark Horse, DC, Dynamite, Image & Valiant