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DC reveals Three Elseworlds Series for the Summer, Superman: Father of Tomorrow, Supergirl: Survive, and Dark Knights of Steel II

DC Elseworlds continues its resurgence this summer as the line’s new series for 2026 begin to arrive from some of comics’ most exciting storytellers.

After first hinting that a new DC Elseworlds series, Supergirl: Survive, would launch during DC’s Summer of Supergirl celebration, DC now unveils the full scope of its next wave of alternate–universe storytelling with Supergirl: SurviveSuperman: Father of Tomorrow, and Dark Knights of Steel II. In Supergirl: Survive, teenage Kara Zor-El and infant Kal-El are launched into a hostile universe as Krypton burns around them, while Superman: Father of Tomorrow imagines a world where Jor-El, not his newborn son, crash-lands in Kansas and becomes Earth’s greatest protector. And, in Dark Knights of Steel II, the fan-favorite fantasy epic returns to forge a new legend.

SUPERGIRL: SURVIVE

Kara Zor-El lives a life of small problems—school dances, family squabbles, and the impossible task of holding her floppy baby cousin Kal—but Krypton has big ones. As General Zod tightens his grip and the planet begins to burn, Kara and Kal are launched into the stars together, trapped in a prototype rocket and fighting to survive a universe that doesn’t care if they live or die.

Supergirl: Survive, a new DC Elseworlds comic book series written by Ethan S. Parker and Griffin Sheridan with art and covers by Rod Reis, launches on June 3. Parker and Sheridan (Eisner Award-nominees for Kill Your Darlings) join visionary artist Reis (New Mutants) for a harrowing Elseworlds tale of two refugees bound by blood, trauma, and hope.

SUPERMAN: FATHER OF TOMORROW

When the planet Krypton explodes, a lone rocket escapes the destruction—not carrying Kal-El, but his father. Jor-El crash-lands in Kansas, where a kindly couple takes him in. As he adjusts to life on Earth, Jor-El discovers he can help his new home not only with his powers, but with his brilliant mind. This is the story of a Man of Steel and Science—and the world he saves.

Superman: Father of Tomorrow, a new DC Elseworlds comic book series written by Kenny Porter with art and covers by Danny Earls, launches just ahead of Supergirl: Survive, on May 27.

DARK KNIGHTS OF STEEL II

DC will also return to one of its most beloved alternate–universe sagas with Dark Knights of Steel II, launching July 15 from writer Tom Taylor and artist Otto Schmidt, with covers by Yasmine Putri. More details will be revealed soon.

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #12

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #12

(W) Matthew Rosenberg, Andrew Klein (A) Otto Schmidt, French Carlomagno

The humans and vampires begin their epic counterattack on Darkseid and his invading forces. But in order to win the battle, the prophecy of Mister Miracle’s child must come true. How this half-human, half-vampire baby is meant to be humanity’s secret weapon is left to John Constantine to figure out. But with the tide of the war turning against our heroes, he may be too late. And Black Canary makes a startling battle decision that will change the world of vampires forever!

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #12

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #11 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #11 (of 12)

(W) Cecil Castellucci, Matthew Rosenberg (A) Marley Zarcone, Otto Schmidt
In Shops: Jul 23, 2025
SRP: $4.99

THE NEW GODS ENTER THE FRAY! Who will the New Gods side with? Will they ally with the vampires and heroes against Darkseid? Or will they decide that all vampires are a scourge to existence? Their decision will set the stage for an explosive conclusion that will determine the fate of the planet!

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #11 (of 12)

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #10 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #10 (of 12)

(W) Cecil Castellucci, Matthew Rosenberg (A) Marley Zarcone, Otto Schmidt
In Shops: Jun 11, 2025
SRP: $4.99

DAMIAN WAYNE HAS A PLAN! The heroes and their vampire allies get ready to launch a massive counteroffensive, but someone is noticeably absent from the attack…what could Damian possibly be up to? Meanwhile–John Constantine, Doctor Fate, and the other magic wielders convene to craft a shaky plan that might be the only thing standing between the heroes and Darkseid himself.

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #10 (of 12)

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 (of 12)

(W) Shane McCarthy, Matthew Rosenberg (A) Otto Schmidt, Fábio Veras
In Shops: May 14, 2025
SRP: $4.99

THE WORLD NEEDS…JOHN CONSTANTINE?! With Darkseid’s hold on the planet growing tighter, the fragile alliance between heroes and vampires may not be strong enough to take him down. But as luck would have it, someone knows how to save humanity. Unfortunately, it’s the last person you want. Guided by Doctor Fate and the Phantom Stranger…it’s John Constantine to the rescue.

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 (of 12)

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 (of 12)

(W) Shane McCarthy, Matthew Rosenberg (A) Otto Schmidt, Fábio Veras
In Shops: May 14, 2025
SRP: $4.99

THE WORLD NEEDS…JOHN CONSTANTINE?! With Darkseid’s hold on the planet growing tighter, the fragile alliance between heroes and vampires may not be strong enough to take him down. But as luck would have it, someone knows how to save humanity. Unfortunately, it’s the last person you want. Guided by Doctor Fate and the Phantom Stranger…it’s John Constantine to the rescue.

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #9 (of 12)

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

(W) Matthew Rosenberg, Shane McCarthy (A) Otto Schmidt, Fábio Veras
In Shops: Apr 09, 2025
SRP: $4.99

Darkseid is unstoppable! With his forces laying siege to the planet, victory seems to be fading away for both the vampires and the humans. But the power of Alfred’s Green Lantern ring and a surprise battalion led by Cyborg might be just what the heroes need to turn the tide of this fight…

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

(W) Matthew Rosenberg, Shane McCarthy (A) Otto Schmidt, Fábio Veras
In Shops: Apr 09, 2025
SRP: $4.99

Darkseid is unstoppable! With his forces laying siege to the planet, victory seems to be fading away for both the vampires and the humans. But the power of Alfred’s Green Lantern ring and a surprise battalion led by Cyborg might be just what the heroes need to turn the tide of this fight…

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

Preview: DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)

(W) Matthew Rosenberg, Shane McCarthy (A) Otto Schmidt, Fábio Veras
In Shops: Apr 09, 2025
SRP: $4.99

Darkseid is unstoppable! With his forces laying siege to the planet, victory seems to be fading away for both the vampires and the humans. But the power of Alfred’s Green Lantern ring and a surprise battalion led by Cyborg might be just what the heroes need to turn the tide of this fight…

DC vs. Vampires: World War V #8 (of 12)
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