Justice League of America #222

Published in January 1984, Justice League of America #222 represents a transitional period for the DC Universe during the early 1980s. The issue features a script by Kurt Busiek, an early professional credit for the celebrated writer, with art by Chuck Patton and Romeo Tanghal. It served as a standalone story during a time when the series was moving toward the more grounded, grittier tone that would eventually lead into the Justice League Detroit era.

The narrative follows the team as they encounter a group of young, inexperienced heroes, reflecting the era's focus on the tension between seasoned veterans and a changing generation of crimefighters. The cover art, designed to highlight this shifting dynamic, aligns with the standard aesthetic of DC's titles during the post-Crisis transition. While not a landmark issue in terms of massive canon shifts, it is regarded by collectors as a notable piece of the Bronze Age, valued for its snapshot of the creative talent that would help define the company in the following decade.