Justice League of America #246

Justice League of America #246 was published by DC Comics in January 1986. This issue holds historical significance as it marks the beginning of the end for the original Detroit-era Justice League, arriving just before the pivotal 'Crisis on Infinite Earths' crossover event reshaped the DC Universe. The narrative, written by Gerry Conway with art by Luke McDonnell, reflects the darker, more grounded tone that editorial teams were experimenting with during this period of the mid-1980s.

The cover art and interior illustrations by Luke McDonnell are characteristic of his tenure on the title, where he sought to provide a gritty, realistic aesthetic to contrast with the more traditional superhero portrayals of the time. Upon its release, the issue was received as a standard installment of an ongoing series rather than a standalone milestone, though it is now collected by historians and fans as a vital piece of the Justice League's transition between the Bronze and Modern ages of comic books.