Justice League of America #138

Justice League of America #138 was published by DC Comics in January 1977 during the mid-Bronze Age of comic books. This issue is notable for being part of a creative era where writer Steve Englehart began his tenure on the series, following a period where the title had been overseen by Gerry Conway. The narrative served as a transition point for the team, focusing on the team's internal dynamics and the specific challenges of managing a roster that had grown increasingly complex throughout the 1970s.

The interior artwork for this issue was primarily handled by Dick Dillin, the long-running penciler who provided a consistent, recognizable visual identity for the Justice League for over a decade. Dillin’s work was characterized by a reliable, no-nonsense aesthetic that prioritized clarity and action, which helped stabilize the title's artistic direction during a period of frequent editorial change at DC. The cover art, often credited to Ernie Chan, reflects the classic heroic posing typical of the era, designed to catch the eye of newsstand browsers with bold character layouts.