Comics legend Keith Giffen breathes new life into the infamous band of misfit superheroes of Doom Patrol in this eagerly anticipated return of the classic DC Comics team. <br><br> Shunned by society because of their superpowers and freakish appearances, the members of the Doom Patrol live a spiteful existence on the fringe of society. It takes the brilliant Dr. Niles Caulder, a mysterious genius, to mold them into true superheroes. <br><br> These new adventures find the Doom Patrol facing off against a long time fan favorite alien G'nort, dealing with a black hole and coming face to face with death in a special tie-in to the DC Comics event Blackest Night! Also featured are special back up stories featuring the Metal Men written by Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis, the creative team that brought you JUSTICE LEAGUE INTERNATIONAL!