Up for sale is a VF/NM (Very Fine to Near Mint) lot of DC Comics 1993 Annuals from the Bloodlines crossover event, which introduced the New Bloods — a generation of new superheroes born from an alien parasite invasion. This crossover blended superhero action with sci-fi horror across DC’s biggest titles. The lot includes 6 key Bloodlines chapters, each contributing to the story's spread across the DC Universe.
Issues Included (VF/NM Condition):
Superman Annual #5 (1987 Series) – “Outbreak” chapter of Bloodlines, featuring Superman confronting the alien parasites.
Lobo Annual #1 (1993) – Classic Lobo-style mayhem as the alien menace meets the Main Man.
Green Arrow Annual (1988 Series) – Bloodlines tie-in featuring Green Arrow facing a terrifying biological threat.
Justice League America Annual #7 (1993) – A full-scale assault on the Justice League.
Justice League International Annual #4 (1993) – Quirky tone with high-stakes action as the JLI is dragged into the Bloodlines chaos.
Eclipso Annual #1 (1993) – Bloodlines meets DC’s darkest antihero in a supernatural-infused chapter.
Crossover Overview:
The Bloodlines event spanned 1993’s DC Annuals and introduced an alien race of spine-draining parasites that inadvertently gave rise to new metahumans. These newly empowered individuals — called the New Bloods — were DC's push to expand its roster of heroes. While most faded into obscurity, Hitman, introduced in Demon Annual #2, became a breakout character.
Why Collect This Lot?
Key chapters in the 1993 Bloodlines crossover
Includes Superman, Lobo, Green Arrow, and two major Justice League Annuals
Strong VF/NM condition – great for collectors or readers completing the arc
Classic '90s DC with horror/sci-fi elements and high-impact art
Rare chance to own multiple Bloodlines entries in one set
Verified Fair Market Value (VFM) confirmed through the Overstreet Comic Book Price Guide, ensuring collector-trusted grading and pricing.
