{"product_id":"justice-league-america-52-1991-vf-nm","title":"Justice League America #52 1991 VF\/NM","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eJustice League America #52\u003c\/b\u003e (1991) (cover-dated July 1991) is a highly memorable, character-driven issue from the legendary Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis \"Justice League International\" era. Titled \"The Battle of the Month,\" the issue trades world-ending stakes for character comedy, famously featuring a one-on-one boxing match between Guy Gardner and Blue Beetle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Core Plot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe narrative showcases the hilarious internal friction and sit-com style dynamics that defined this era of the League:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Verbal Sparring: Tensions boil over at the Justice League headquarters when \u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol',sans-serif; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Segoe UI Symbol';\"\u003e⁠\u003c\/span\u003eGuy Gardner relentlessly taunts Ted Kord (Blue Beetle) about his recurring weight and fitness struggles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Solution: Rather than letting them tear down the base, the golden-age inspired hero General Glory steps in and suggests they handle their differences like gentlemen—by settling it in a boxing ring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Fight: The rest of the League gathers around, treating the boxing match like a major sporting event. Blue Beetle takes an early lead, using superior technical boxing skill, quick agility, and cleaner punching to give Guy a bloody nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Blindside: Infuriated by the sight of his own blood, Guy abandons all sportsmanship rules. He blindsides Blue Beetle from behind when his back is turned, beating him so severely that he fractures Beetle's ribs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Resignation: Disgusted by the lack of respect and the overall toxic dynamic, Guy Gardner abruptly quits the Justice League at the end of the issue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKey Comic Book Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eCreative Team: Co-written by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, with pencils by Keith Giffen and guest artist Trevor Von Eeden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eThe Cover: Features a famous, iconic boxing fight poster-style cover illustrated by legendary artist Adam Hughes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48509448224868,"sku":"BT11","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_06_05_08_46_56_827.jpg?v=1780667321","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/justice-league-america-52-1991-vf-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}