Day of Judgment Reading Guide

Day of Judgment

Overview:

Published in 1999, “Day of Judgement” is a DC event that has gained attention from fans and critics alike. The event was crafted by a talented team of writers and artists, including Geoff Johns, Matt Smith, and Phil Jimenez. Their creative efforts have contributed to the overall positive reception of the event.

At its core, “Day of Judgement” tells a high-stakes story within the DC Universe. The event revolves around the Spectre, who becomes unhinged and seeks to bring about the apocalypse. As chaos ensues, a group of heroes, including the Justice League, Justice Society, and Teen Titans, as well as notable characters like Hal Jordan, are forced to join forces and confront the impending doom.

It explores the themes of redemption, sacrifice, and the nature of power. The consequences of the event ripple across various titles and characters, shaping their future storylines.

Both critics and fans appreciate “Day of Judgement” for its engaging narrative, dynamic artwork, and the way it challenges the boundaries of heroes and their capacity for heroism. The event remains a notable addition to DC’s comic book history, offering readers an action-packed and thought-provoking experience within the rich tapestry of the DC Universe.

Background Reading:

Best Way To Read:

Day of Judgment

For crossover and significant events, I typically only read the main story the first time I encounter it. Trying to read all of the tie-ins with the story tends to make them increasingly convoluted and are not crucial to the main narrative. However, I think they are important to read, as many series-shifting plotlines can happen.

For the tie-in issues, I only read them as they come up in the reading guide that I am working through. This can become problematic because the tie-in issues are not always included in collected editions. So you may need to hunt for them.

Reading Order:

TitleImportanceCollected
Day of Judgment #1Main StoryDay of Judgment
Anarky vol. 2 #7TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Batman: Day of Judgment #1TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Green Lantern vol. 3 #118TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Martian Manhunter vol. 2 #12TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Young Justice #14TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Day of Judgment #2Main StoryDay of Judgment
Azreal #58TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Hourman #8TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Impulse #54TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E. #4TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Day of Judgment #3Main StoryDay of Judgment
Aquaman vol. 5 #61TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Superboy vol. 4 #68TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Titans #9TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Day of Judgment #4Main StoryDay of Judgment
Supergirl vol. 4 #38TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Day of Judgment #5Main StoryDay of Judgment
Day of Judgment Secret Files and Origins #1Main StoryDay of Judgment
Superman: Man of Tomorrow #15TBD – Not ReadUncollected
JLA #35TBD – Not ReadUncollected
Day of Judgment Reading Order

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Feature Image Day of Judgment #5 Cover art by Matt Smith

Brett

In my mid-30s, I ventured into the mesmerizing world of comic books, and since then, they've captured my heart as one of my cherished pastimes. With a delightful dance between Marvel and DC, sprinkled with the occasional indie gem, I've immersed myself in this enchanting universe. As a true completionist at heart, my passion for collecting has birthed an abundance of reading lists that I'm thrilled to share with all of you, bringing us together on this thrilling comic journey.

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