Summer has arrived, and what better way to escape the heat than with some refreshing variant covers showcasing the Justice League, Titans, and Harley Quinn ditching their usual costumes for swimsuits? These steamy variant covers will grace the pages of eight different DC titles in August, making them must-have collectibles. So, mark your calendars and grab a water bottle because these covers are bound to leave fans thirsty for more!
Prepare for a wave of eight swimsuit variant covers that promise sun-kissed skin and muscles as vast as the sea. Kicking off the lineup on August 7 are Olivier Coipel’s Batman #151 and Rahzza’s Gotham City Sirens #1 swimsuit covers. Following closely behind, Frank Cho’s variant cover for Action Comics #1068 hits shelves on August 14.
Then, on August 21, get ready for the biggest splash with Belén Ortega’s Nightwing #117, Elizabeth Torque’s Superman #17, Saowee’s Titans #14, and Guillem March’s Wonder Woman #12 swimsuit covers. Rounding out the collection is Mirka Andolfo’s variant cover for The Flash #12, releasing on August 28.
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The Justice League, the Titans, and Harley Quinn Get Summer Fun Variant Covers Ahead of New August Releases
Title | Release Date |
|---|---|
Batman #151 | August 7th |
Gotham City Sirens #1 | August 7th |
Action Comics #1068 | August 14th |
Nightwing #117 | August 21st |
Superman #17 | August 21st |
Titans #14 | August 21st |
Wonder Woman #12 | August 21st |
The Flash #12 | August 28th |
As DC’s summer blockbuster event, Absolute Power, ramps up the tension and promises significant shifts in power dynamics across the DC Universe, these swimsuit variant covers arrive just in time to inject some much-needed levity and light-heartedness. They offer a delightful contrast to the potentially darker storylines expected with Absolute Power, with a lineup that features beloved characters like Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman, Harley Quinn, Flash, Alfred Pennyworth, Donna Troy, Starfire, Cyborg, Nightwing, Raven, Tempest, and Beast Boy. Hence, this collection is truly exceptional and bound to bring smiles to fans’ faces.
Saowee’s Titans artwork stands out in the collection for portraying the iconic superhero team enjoying peak summer fun at the beach. It perfectly captures the essence of the Titans, all clad in swimsuits and relishing the sun-soaked day. Another remarkable piece is Elizabeth Torque’s variant cover for Superman. While Torque’s art style is undeniably stunning, what truly distinguishes this cover is the ingenious use of lighting, which creates Kal-El’s iconic “S” symbol on his chest through the sunlight filtering through the palm trees. With such a diverse selection of variant covers to explore, fans will surely discover a favorite among them.
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Olivier Coipel’s Batman variant cover is amongst the most delightful, blending the summer-fun theme with nostalgia and a dash of humor. In this cover, Bruce sports a Batman speedo while Alfred stands beside him, holding a whistle in his mouth, a timer in one hand, and a towel in the other, presumably preparing to time Bruce as he swims laps. This cover is particularly charming because it captures the beloved and dearly missed dynamic between the butler and his ward. Undoubtedly, this Batman cover is a Screen Rant favorite. Which Justice League, Titans, or Harley Quinn cover was your favorite?
DC Comics’ 2024 swimsuit variant covers are available throughout August.
Justice League
Teen Titans
Batman
One of DC’s most iconic heroes, Batman is the vigilante superhero persona of billionaire Bruce Wayne. Forged by tragedy with the death of his parents, Bruce dedicated his life to becoming the world’s leading martial artist, detective, and tactician. Recruiting an entire family of allies and sidekicks, Bruce wages war on evil as the dark knight of his hometown, Gotham City.
Superman
The icon who launched the entire world of superheroes, the last son of Krypton escaped his dying world to crash land on Earth and be raised as Clark Kent. The world knows him better as Superman, the Man of Steel, the leader of the Justice League, and the most well-known hero in the DC Comics Universe. Blessed with the powers of a demigod, Kal-El of Krypton fights enemies both small and cosmic in his endless pursuit of truth, justice, and a better tomorrow.
Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman is the superhero identity of Diana, Princess of the Amazons. Created on the island of Themyscira, Wonder Woman is a super-powered demi-goddess with extreme physical strength who utilizes magical gifts (like her famous Lasso of Truth) to defeat her foes. As mighty as her fellow heroes Superman and the Justice League, Wonder Woman is unmatched in her compassion and virtue.
The Flash
The Flash is the superhero name given to the D.C. comics character who utilizes unparalleled speed tied to a dimensional power known as the “speed force” o overwhelm their opposition. Premiering in 1939, the original Flash arrived as Jay Garrick. Still, it would be superseded by Barry Allen in popularity and featured status, but the Flash is one character that has met many of their alternate selves. The character is typically seen as a part of the Justice League in nearly all incarnations.
Harley Quinn
Nightwing
Nightwing is the superhero moniker given to various vigilante heroes in the D.C. universe. Nightwing is depicted as a warrior who fights from the shadows, utilizes near-superhuman agility and expert combat skills, and tends to have several tools at their disposal. Though Nightwing began with Kal El/Clark Kent, Nightwing has since been primarily associated with Dick Grayson, a former Robin who grew into the new role.
Starfire
