JSA Vol. 3: Year One

The origin of the world’s first super-team is revealed in JSA: Year One, from writer Jeff Lemire and artist Gavin Guidry!

"Their many imperfections are what will bind them together. They don’t see it yet, but none of them are alone. Soon they will be drawn together by tragedy. And from that will emerge a great force. An alliance of men and women unlike any history has ever seen."

First introduced in the 1940s, the Justice Society of America stands as comic books’ first superhero team. In this new collected edition, DC’s bold tradition of Year One stories continues as the formation of the JSA is detailed for the first time!  

Find out how Alan Scott, Jay Garrick, Wonder Woman, Hawkman, and more first united in this tale from Eisner Award-winning writer Jeff Lemire (Sweet Tooth, Absolute Flash) and rising star artist Gavin Guidry (The Flash, Superman '78: The Metal Curtain). Can this new team save Gotham City—and all of America? 

Collects JSA #13–18.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs