Justice League of America #252

Published in July 1986 by DC Comics, Justice League of America #252 serves as a pivotal installment during the twilight of the original Justice League of America series, which concluded shortly thereafter with issue #261. Written by Gerry Conway with cover art by Chuck Patton, this issue reflects a transitional period for the publisher as it began moving away from the classic Detroit-era lineup in preparation for the radical shifts brought on by the upcoming Crisis on Infinite Earths event.

The story continues the dark, grounded narrative tone that defined the mid-1980s Justice League run, focusing on the team's internal tensions and evolving roster dynamics. This specific period of the series is often noted by historians for its attempt to reconcile traditional superhero tropes with the gritty, character-driven storytelling that was becoming the industry standard during that decade. While it does not hold the same market significance as the series' debut, it remains a definitive artifact of the mid-80s creative shift at DC.