Armageddon 2001 (1991)
The event that introduced Waverider, reshaped DC futures, and set the stage for Monarch’s rise.
Overview
Armageddon 2001 is a two-issue DC Comics event written by Archie Goodwin and Dennis O’Neil, with art by Dan Jurgens and inks by Dick Giordano. The story launches the character Waverider and explores possible futures for DC’s heroes — all centered on uncovering which hero will one day become the tyrant known as Monarch.
Synopsis
In the year 2030, Matthew Ryder becomes Waverider, gaining the power to peer into the future timelines of DC’s greatest heroes. His mission: learn which hero becomes the ruthless despot Monarch.
Waverider’s investigation touches Superman, Batman, Flash, Captain Atom, Hawk & Dove, and many others — leading to the shocking reveal of Monarch’s true identity in issue #2 and directly setting up Armageddon: Alien Agenda.
Highlights
- 1st appearance of Waverider
- Major DCU future-vision storyline
- Key 1990s event that shaped Captain Atom's mythos
- Multiple printings with variant logos
- Direct prelude to Armageddon: Alien Agenda
Format: 2-Issue Event (1991)
Creators: Goodwin · O’Neil · Jurgens · Giordano · Austin · Thibert
