Start Here: DCeased # 1 (DC Comics 2026)

Start Here: DCeased #1 (DC Comics 2026)

The "senses-shattering" technological apocalypse of the DC Universe hits the ground running with a "mind-blowing" $1.00 gateway edition into modern horror royalty! Released on October 14, 2026 as part of DC's promotional "Start Here" initiative, this accessible issue reprints the iconic DCeased #1—the opening act of Tom Taylor's critically acclaimed, blood-chilling Elseworlds epic. Merging terrifying superhero tragedy with absolute "visual fluidity," this budget-friendly re-entry point allows readers and collectors to jump into the horrifying ground zero where the Anti-Life Equation turns the Earth's greatest protectors into mindless, flesh-eating monsters. At White Dragon Comics, we keep these "investment-grade" gateway keys stocked so you can experience high-stakes horror for a single dollar.

Issue Summary: The "Senses-Shattering" Outbreak of the Anti-Life Virus

Acclaimed writer Tom Taylor alongside artists Trevor Hairsine and James Harren craft a "mind-blowing" and fast-paced narrative that tears down the Justice League in its finest hour.

• A "Mind-Bending" Digital Contagion: Following Darkseid's catastrophic extraction of the Anti-Life Equation, the cosmic force mutates through Cyborg's cybernetics and instantly spreads across the globe via every screen, mobile phone, and digital network.

• The "Weird and Twisted" Collapse: As billions fall victim to the techno-organic virus in a matter of seconds, Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman race to contain a widespread, "senses-shattering" apocalypse where even God-like heroes become bloodthirsty vectors of destruction.

• Visceral Interior Art: Trevor Hairsine and James Harren deliver masterclass, shadow-drenched pencils, rendering dynamic creature transformations, body horror, and intense superhero combat with a "visual fluidity" that remains truly "stupefying".

Creative Team & Specifications

• Writer: Tom Taylor

• Pencil & Ink Artists: Trevor Hairsine, James Harren, and Stefano Gaudiano

• Colorist: Rain Beredo

• Letterer: Saida Temofonte

• Cover Artist: Greg Capullo

• Release Date: October 14, 2026

• Publisher: DC Comics

• Page Count: 32 Pages (Special $1.00 "Start Here" Edition)

• Rating: Rated Teen+ – For readers seeking "senses-shattering" apocalyptic horror, high-stakes superhero fiction, and graphic monster lore.

Key Highlights & Collectibility

The 2026 release of Start Here: DCeased #1 stands out as a "mind-blowing" prize for horror fans and shortbox completionists:

• The Iconic Elseworlds Horror Launch: As a direct reprint of the celebrated 2019 miniseries debut, this book contains the official origin and outbreak of the DCeased storyline, kicking off an entire franchise of sequels and spin-offs.

• The $1.00 Gateway Key: DC’s "Start Here" program gives readers a "stupefyingly" affordable, zero-risk opportunity to sample legendary story arcs before diving into omnibus or trade paperback collections.

• Hairsine & Harren's Visceral Artwork: This issue highlights the "weird and twisted" perfection of the art team, bringing dynamic layouts and terrifying visual impact to the tragic downfall of DC's legendary heroes.

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• Pristine Condition: Even our $1.00 promotional and "Start Here" special reprints are kept uncirculated—no spine ticks, just "senses-shattering" perfection.

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