Bizarro # 1 Cover A First Printing 2015 NM-

Bizarro #1 (2015) marks the debut of a lighthearted, all-ages six-issue miniseries published by DC Comics. Written by Heath Corson and illustrated in a distinct, animated style by Gustavo Duarte, the book trades dark superhero grit for comedic, Saturday-morning cartoon logic.

The Core Plot

The story launches a classic buddy-comedy road trip across America, framed in Bizarro's trademark reverse-speak:

• The Problem: In Metropolis, Bizarro desperately wants to be a hero like his "perfect brother" Superman. However, his backwards thinking and immense power only cause massive property destruction, annoying the citizens.
• The Scheme: Clark Kent convinces Jimmy Olsen to trick Bizarro into leaving Metropolis. Jimmy's plan is to drive Bizarro north to "Bizarro America" (which is actually Canada). Jimmy plans to document the trip and turn it into a best-selling photography coffee-table book.
• The Companion: Early in the drive, Bizarro adopts a pet Chupacabra named Colin, whom he finds eating a goat in the desert. The two instantly become best friends.
• The Detour: Distracted by the Chupacabra, Jimmy accidentally crashes his car into a tree (which Bizarro calls "tree-dancing"). Bizarro has to carry the vehicle to the nearest town—Smallville.
• The Alien Threat: While trying to fix the car at a local used-car lot, they encounter a salesman wielding the magical "Staff of Ra". In reality, the staff belongs to a trio of meddling Egyptian alien gods who are pulling a prank while hunting for Colin the Chupacabra.

Key Comic Book Details

• Creative Team: Written by Heath Corson, penciled by Gustavo Duarte, and featuring guest artwork from legendary artist Darwyn Cooke.
• Tone: The series is entirely standalone from regular, heavy DC continuity. It plays like a mix of Tommy Boy and The Incredibles, utilizing wacky visuals and slapstick humor.