Justice League of America #104

Justice League of America #104 was published by DC Comics in the spring of 1973. It arrived during a period of transition for the title, as Len Wein had taken over writing duties from long-time scribe Denny O'Neil. The issue continued a tradition of complex, multi-layered storytelling that defined the Silver and Bronze Age of DC, featuring art by Dick Dillin and Dick Giordano. Dillin, whose clean and consistent style anchored the book for over a decade, was instrumental in establishing the visual language of the League during this era, balancing the diverse powers and personalities of the team's expansive roster.

The issue is notable for its exploration of the team's dynamics, set against the backdrop of the high-stakes cosmic and supernatural threats common to the series. The cover, featuring an iconic layout by Neal Adams, serves as a quintessential example of the dramatic, high-energy aesthetic that drove DC sales during the early 1970s. It was designed to pull readers into the narrative immediately, emphasizing the collective peril of characters like Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman, and remains a respected piece of Bronze Age history among long-term collectors of the Justice League franchise.