Crisis. The word has special meaning for the heroes in the DC Universe. And a new crisis is coming. For some time now, events have been conspiring beyond the knowledge of Earth’s heroes. Culled from nearly two dozen comics are the seeds that have been sown for the last few years. Trace the development of cabals and enmities that will result in bloodshed and heartbreak. Also, three full-length stories from sold-out issues: Superman Secret Files 2004, Flash 219 and Wonder Woman 214. No one dare miss the prelude to the greatest events the DC Universe has ever endured!