JLU #20: Guy Gardner's Folly Sparks Cosmic Chaos, Luthor & Batman Divided

Justice League Unlimited #20 is set to ignite cosmic chaos this Wednesday, and if you're a long-time DC fan, you might guess who's largely responsible for the impending disaster: none other than Guy Gardner. The upcoming issue throws our heroes into high-stakes peril, not least because the Justice League's entire power repository is on the move from the Watchtower to Oa. This isn't just any power source; it's the very foundation of the JLU's cosmic capabilities. What could possibly go wrong? Well, with Guy Gardner on escort duty, quite a lot, apparently. It's classic Gardner – a Green Lantern whose legendary incompetence often rivals his willpower. Fans know Guy's fiery personality and penchant for trouble often lead to... interesting outcomes. This mission, already fraught with danger and the weight of cosmic responsibility, inevitably spirals into a spectacular mess. Preview pages show a catastrophic failure, painted across the panels in blasts of chaotic green energy, further complicated by the Brainiac Queen causing havoc on the Watchtower itself. It seems Batman, ever the pragmatist, is left to pick up the pieces, doing what he does best: questioning everything and deploying security shutdowns to contain the damage.

But the Green Lantern's antics are only one piece of the puzzle. At the heart of it all lies the sinister mystery of the Brainiac Queen's return, a major cosmic threat that looms large over the DC universe. Lex Luthor and Batman, two of DC's most iconic and opposing figures, find themselves surprisingly intertwined in this unfolding enigma. Their unexpected and potentially divisive connection is threatening to fracture the JLU itself, driving a significant wedge between its members. This isn't just another villain-of-the-week; it's a deep dive into the complex relationships and underlying tensions that define the Justice League. Mark Waid and Dan Mora are at the helm, a creative team celebrated for delivering high-impact, character-driven stories. Waid's unparalleled knack for continuity and Mora's dynamic, expressive art have made this series a true standout. Their collaboration consistently ensures a thrilling ride, perfectly balancing the epic scale of cosmic threats with the intricate personal dramas of the heroes. Fans have been keen to see how the JLU handles threats on this scale, especially when internal friction and surprising alliances are at play. This issue promises a major shake-up, asking what truly holds the Justice League together when its core tenets are tested.