Teen Titans # 1 2016 NM-

Teen Titans #1 (2016), titled "Damian Knows Best, Part One," marks the official start of the DC Rebirth era for the team, featuring Damian Wayne (Robin) as its self-appointed leader. Published by DC Comics on October 26, 2016, this issue focuses on Damian's aggressive recruitment of a new generation of heroes to face a looming threat from his past. 

Plot Summary

The story begins with Damian Wayne celebrating his 13th birthday in isolation before launching a plan to form a new super-group. 

• Forced Recruitment: Using his advanced resources, Damian subdues and "summons" several young heroes to his base, the Birdcave, arguing that they are weak individually but strong as a team.
• The Master Plan: Damian reveals he has gathered them to combat his grandfather, Ra’s al Ghul, and the League of Assassins.
• A Lurking Evil: The issue ends with the revelation that Ra’s al Ghul is sending his own elite team of young assassins, the Demon’s Fist, to hunt down Damian and his new allies. 

Team Roster and Creative Team

This issue establishes the primary lineup for the 2016 Teen Titans run, which is characterized by a "culture clash" between Damian's tyrannical leadership and the other members' personalities. 

• Team Members: The roster includes Robin (Damian Wayne), Starfire, Raven, Beast Boy, and the new Kid Flash (Wallace West).
• Writer: Benjamin Percy.
• Artist: Jonboy Meyers (Penciller, Inker, and Cover Artist).
• Colorist: Jim Charalampidis. 

Key Publication Details

• Series: Teen Titans Vol. 6 (part of the DC Rebirth relaunch).
• Release Date: October 26, 2016.