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The first volume of Grant Morrison's ambitious project reimagining seven classic DC characters in separate stories that interconnect to form a larger narrative.
Seven Soldiers of Victory (2005) #0, Shining Knight (2005) #1-4, Manhattan Guardian (2005) #1-4, Zatanna (2005) #1-4, Klarion (2005) #1-4

The conclusion of Morrison's epic, bringing together the seven heroes to face a common threat, with each storyline converging in a climactic finale.
Mister Miracle (2005) #1-4, Bulleteer (2005) #1-4, Frankenstein (2005) #1-4, Seven Soldiers of Victory (2005) #1

Salvation Run
Villains are exiled to a distant planet, leading to power struggles and survival challenges among DC's most notorious characters.
Salvation Run (2007) #1-7

A pivotal story detailing the mysterious deaths of the New Gods, setting the stage for the events of Final Crisis.
Death of the New Gods (2007) #1-8

The first volume of the weekly series leading up to Final Crisis, following various characters as they navigate a universe on the brink of collapse.
Countdown to Final Crisis (2007) #51-39

The Challengers of the Beyond traverse the multiverse in search of the missing Ray Palmer, encountering various alternate realities.
Countdown Presents: The Search for Ray Palmer: Wildstorm (2007) #1, Crime Society (2007) #1, Red Rain (2007) #1, Gotham by Gaslight (2007) #1, Red Son (2007) #1, Superwoman/Batwoman (2007) #1

Continuing the saga as heroes and villains alike are drawn into a complex web of events that will shape the fate of the multiverse.
Countdown to Final Crisis (2007) #38-26

A miniseries focusing on the cosmic heroes Adam Strange, Starfire, and Animal Man as they deal with the aftermath of 52 and face new threats.
Countdown to Adventure #1-8

A multiversal tournament where various versions of DC heroes battle to determine the most powerful among them.
Countdown: Arena (2007) #1-4

A look into the world of Lord Havok and the Extremists, exploring themes of power and control in an alternate universe.
Countdown Presents: Lord Havok and the Extremists (2007) #1-6

Exploring the mystical side of the DC Universe, this series follows the new Doctor Fate and Eclipso as they confront dark forces.
Countdown to Mystery (2007) #1-8

As the countdown continues, tensions rise and the stakes become higher, setting the stage for the impending crisis.
Countdown to Final Crisis (2007) #25-13

The final volume leading directly into Final Crisis, concluding the threads of the countdown and ushering in a new era of challenges.
Countdown to Final Crisis (2007) #12-1