Deadshot Takes the Next Level — Gerry Duggan and Fernando Blanco’s One Shot drops August 26
Gerry Duggan and Fernando Blanco bring Deadshot to the forefront in a brand-new one-shot that sets the stage for a DCU-wide conspiracy. This isn't just a hit; it's the spark for a war.
There is a specific kind of tension that comes when you hand a lethal weapon to the most precise man in the DC Universe. Gerry Duggan, who knows a thing or two about chaos and character dynamics, brings Floyd Lawton in for a solo run that feels less like a standalone job and more like the opening bell of a heavyweight bout. Fernando Blanco’s art gives it that cinematic, high-stakes clarity, making every frame feel like a frame from a movie where the ending hasn't been written yet.
The premise is deceptively simple: to win, Deadshot needs one perfect shot. But in the world of Next Level, nothing is ever just one thing. What starts as a contract quickly unravels into a tangled web of super-powered deceit. Duggan weaves in threads connecting to the wider Next Level roster, hinting at a conspiracy so deep it threatens to pull every character into its orbit. It’s a story about a father and daughter, but the stakes are planetary.
Why pick this up now? Because this issue is the keystone. It’s the pivot point where the status quo cracks. If you’re curious about where the DC Universe is heading, this is the map. Blanco’s cover promises elegance, but the interior delivers the visceral punch you expect from a Duggan script. It’s tight, it’s sharp, and it leaves you hungry for the fallout.
If the tone of political intrigue mixed with personal stakes resonates, keep an eye on the surrounding Next Level lineup. The way Duggan ties Deadshot’s personal history to the larger cast suggests that no one in this world is an island. You’ll want to grab those companions once this drops.
Heads up: these one-shots tend to fly off the shelves the moment they hit the rack. Blanco’s variant is likely the first to go, so if you want it, don’t wait for a restock notification. The shop page is where the action is.