When it comes to iconic characters in red capes, Supergirl is definitely a close contender to her cousin, and her first appearance on the cover of Action Comics #252 is a timeless classic. Curt Swan is at the helm again, crafting a memorable debut for the Maid of Might. The childlike quality to everything on this cover is perfect for Supergirl, an innocent who has been thrust into an exciting new world.
34. Formerly Known As The Justice League #1 (Kevin Maguire)
This quirky cover by Kevin Maguire is a simple, yet tremendously charming collection of characters that never quite broke through into the mainstream, but still remain just as compelling as the big boys. There's so much personality to it, from Blue Beetle's dorky shrug to Booster's snarky grin and Mary Marvel's gorgeous smile, it just bounces off the page. It's absolutely crucial to the tone set by Keith Giffen and J.M. DeMatteis.
33. Mister Miracle #5
Kirby was always excellent at giving his covers a sense of urgency when they needed them, that idea of instant dramatic reward, which this cover to Mister Miracle #5 has right off the bat. Trademark Kirby, the characters leap off the page with so much raw excitement. There's so much depth and action in this cover, something that Kirby handled better than anyone, that you really need a moment to take everything in properly.
32. Batman #122 (Curt Swan)
And speaking of nutty stories, the cover to Batman #122 by Curt Swan ranks right up there with the zaniest Batman covers of all time. Just imagine being a kid in the late 1950's and seeing this, that your favorite crime fighter got hitched and that Robin seems to be left out in the cold. It all works in that bonkers Silver Age way, a product of a bygone era that we can all fondly remember for the pure insane fun that it was.
31. Justice #12 (Alex Ross)
If there's one thing that comic book fans love, it's seeing their favorite superheroes finally team up and beat up the bad guys. And the final cover to Jim Krueger and Alex Ross' 12-issue epic known as Justice gives you exactly what you want. It's a cavalry of superheroes in amazing poses as they prepare to lay down some serious physicality, and is one of the most pure examples of fan service that was ever produced by DC.
