Summer has arrived, and what better way to escape the heat than with some refreshing variant covers showcasing the Justice League, Titans, and Harley Quinn ditching their usual costumes for swimsuits? These steamy variant covers will grace the pages of eight different DC titles in August, making them must-have collectibles. So, mark your calendars and grab a water bottle because these covers are bound to leave fans thirsty for more!
Prepare for a wave of eight swimsuit variant covers that promise sun-kissed skin and muscles as vast as the sea. Kicking off the lineup on August 7 are Olivier Coipel’s Batman #151 and Rahzza’s Gotham City Sirens #1 swimsuit covers. Following closely behind, Frank Cho’s variant cover for Action Comics #1068 hits shelves on August 14.
Then, on August 21, get ready for the biggest splash with Belén Ortega’s Nightwing #117, Elizabeth Torque’s Superman #17, Saowee’s Titans #14, and Guillem March’s Wonder Woman #12 swimsuit covers. Rounding out the collection is Mirka Andolfo’s variant cover for The Flash #12, releasing on August 28.
As DC’s summer blockbuster event, Absolute Power, ramps up the tension and promises significant shifts in power dynamics across the DC Universe, these swimsuit variant covers arrive just in time to inject some much-needed levity and light-heartedness. They offer a delightful contrast to the potentially darker storylines expected with Absolute Power, with a lineup that features beloved characters like Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman, Harley Quinn, Flash, Alfred Pennyworth, Donna Troy, Starfire, Cyborg, Nightwing, Raven, Tempest, and Beast Boy. Hence, this collection is truly exceptional and bound to bring smiles to fans’ faces.
Saowee’s Titans artwork stands out in the collection for portraying the iconic superhero team enjoying peak summer fun at the beach. It perfectly captures the essence of the Titans, all clad in swimsuits and relishing the sun-soaked day. Another remarkable piece is Elizabeth Torque’s variant cover for Superman. While Torque’s art style is undeniably stunning, what truly distinguishes this cover is the ingenious use of lighting, which creates Kal-El’s iconic “S” symbol on his chest through the sunlight filtering through the palm trees. With such a diverse selection of variant covers to explore, fans will surely discover a favorite among them.
Olivier Coipel’s Batman variant cover is amongst the most delightful, blending the summer-fun theme with nostalgia and a dash of humor. In this cover, Bruce sports a Batman speedo while Alfred stands beside him, holding a whistle in his mouth, a timer in one hand, and a towel in the other, presumably preparing to time Bruce as he swims laps. This cover is particularly charming because it captures the beloved and dearly missed dynamic between the butler and his ward. Undoubtedly, this Batman cover is a Screen Rant favorite. Which Justice League, Titans, or Harley Quinn cover was your favorite?
DC Comics’ 2024 swimsuit variant covers are available throughout August.