Watchmen Series by Alan Moore, John Higgins, Dave Gibbons, Chip Kidd

Featuring the first appearance of Rorschach, Ozymandias, Dr. Manhattan, Silk Spectre, Nite Owl, and the Comedian! When the Comedian dies, a series of events are set into motion that bring the world ever closer to a deadly threat no one saw coming.

Watchmen, issue 2 of 12.

Nite Owl and Silk Spectre continue to grow closer after Laurie storms out on Jon. Plus, a shocking accusation prompts a game-changing decision from Dr. Manhattan, and Rorschach continues his attempts at piecing together the puzzle left in the wake of Blake's murder.

During his self-exile on Mars, Dr. Manhattan recalls his youth as Jon Osterman, son of a Brooklyn watchmaker who becomes a nuclear researcher at Princeton University in the late 1950's. But a terrible accident in the atomic labs turns Osterman into a radioactive "super creature," causing him to sacrifice some of his human relationships, including his first love. He soon joins the vigilante group, The Minutemen, created to combat forces at work in the Cold War, and adopts the name, "Dr... moreDuring his self-exile on Mars, Dr. Manhattan recalls his youth as Jon Osterman, son of a Brooklyn watchmaker who becomes a nuclear researcher at Princeton University in the late 1950's. But a terrible accident in the atomic labs turns Osterman into a radioactive "super creature," causing him to sacrifice some of his human relationships, including his first love. He soon joins the vigilante group, The Minutemen, created to combat forces at work in the Cold War, and adopts the name, "Dr. Manhattan." Watchmen Motion Comic may contain mature material some viewers might not find suitable. less

While Dr. Manhattan continues his seclusion on Mars, back on Earth, Dan offers Laurie a place to stay while Rorschach continues his investigation of Blake’s murder. Plus, a mugger attacks Ozymandias and Moloch offers to come clean.

The history of Rorschach! Confined in prison, Rorschach is under the watch of psychiatrist Dr. Long, who delves into the misunderstood hero’s past. Learn what dark secret turned this troubled man from renegade hero to vengeful vigilante.

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Nite Owl and Silk Spectre make a drastic decision—to break out Rorschach out of prison! As the three reconvene to discuss the clues they’ve all gathered on Blake’s murder, Dr. Manhattan makes a sudden return!

Watchmen, Chapter IX: The Darkness of Mere Being.Hardcover edition included in the slipcase set.

Watchmen, Chapter X: Two Riders Were Approaching.

Watchmen, Chapter XI: Look upon my works, Ye mighty...

The epic maxiseries by legendary comic creator Alan Moore and acclaimed artist Dave Gibbons comes to its stunning conclusion! What is the final fate of Rorschach, Nite Owl, Dr. Manhattan, Silk Spectre and the world itself? Find out here as the Doomsday Clock finally strikes midnight!

This Hugo Award-winning graphic novel chronicles the fall from grace of a group of super-heroes plagued by all-too-human failings. Along the way, the concept of the super-hero is dissected as the heroes are stalked by an unknown assassin... moreThis Hugo Award-winning graphic novel chronicles the fall from grace of a group of super-heroes plagued by all-too-human failings. Along the way, the concept of the super-hero is dissected as the heroes are stalked by an unknown assassin.One of the most influential graphic novels of all time and a perennial best-seller, Watchmen has been studied on college campuses across the nation and is considered a gateway title, leading readers to other graphic novels such as V for Vendetta, Batman: The Dark Knight Returns and The Sandman series. less

Enjoy the ultimate companion to a comics masterpiece, as award-winning artist Dave Gibbons gives his own account of the genesis of WATCHMEN in this dust-jacketed hardback volume, opening his vast personal archives to reveal never-published pages, original character designs, page thumbnails, sketches and much more, including posters, covers and rare portfolio art... moreEnjoy the ultimate companion to a comics masterpiece, as award-winning artist Dave Gibbons gives his own account of the genesis of WATCHMEN in this dust-jacketed hardback volume, opening his vast personal archives to reveal never-published pages, original character designs, page thumbnails, sketches and much more, including posters, covers and rare portfolio art. Featuring the breathtaking design of Chip Kidd and Mike Essl, WATCHING THE WATCHMEN is both a major art book in its own right, and the definitive companion to the graphic novel that changed an industry.Voted among Time magazine's 100 Best Novels from 1923 to the present, a perennial bestseller over the past twenty years and widely considered the greatest graphic novel of all time, WATCHMEN is a gripping, labyrinthine piece of comic art, which has earned an acclaimed place in modern literary history."I've had a great time, re-visiting the very beginnings of Watchmen and unearthing material I haven't set eyes on for many years. As a fan myself, this is the kind of stuff I eat up and I'm sure the many devotees of the graphic novel will do the same!" says Gibbons.© DC Comics 2008. All Rights Reserved. less