Book of Fate – DC Comics – (1997–1998) – Volume 1 - #1–12

Book of Fate – DC Comics – (1997–1998) – Volume 1 - #1–12

📘 Series Summary

In a radical departure from the traditional Dr. Fate mythos, Book of Fate presents a gritty, 90s-infused reimagining of the Lord of Order. Written by the master of irreverent superheroics, Keith Giffen, the series follows Jared Stevens, an amoral grave robber and mercenary who finds himself in possession of the artifacts of Fate. After the artifacts are reforged into a mystical knife and throwing darts, Stevens—simply calling himself Fate—becomes a reluctant player in the eternal war between Order and Chaos.

The 12-issue run is defined by its cynical tone and unconventional art by Ron Wagner and Bill Reinhold. Unlike his predecessors, Jared Stevens has no interest in being a puppet for the Lords of Order, leading to frequent clashes with magic heavyweights like Sentinel (Alan Scott) and Dr. Occult. From accidentally helping Two-Face escape Arkham to a legendary "bar hopping" session with Lobo in the series finale, Book of Fate is a cult-classic exploration of magic on the fringes of the DC Universe, where destiny is often decided at the edge of a blade.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • Features the Jared Stevens era of Fate, known for its radical "extreme" redesign of the classic Doctor Fate artifacts.
  • Written by Keith Giffen, bringing his signature blend of dark humor and subverted tropes to the magical corner of DC.
  • Showcases a unique intersection of the supernatural and street-level crime, including appearances by Batman villains like Two-Face.
  • Includes the "Convergence" storyline and a notable final issue guest-starring the Main Man himself, Lobo.
  • Explores a rare period where the Lords of Order and Chaos were viewed as manipulative antagonists rather than divine guides.
  • Essential for fans of 90s DC "Edge" titles and collectors interested in the evolution of the Doctor Fate mantle.

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