Death of the New Gods

Published in 2007-2008 by DC Comics, 'Death of the New Gods' was a limited eight-issue series written by Jim Starlin with art by Jim Starlin and Matt Banning. The series was part of the larger DC Universe and focused on the mysterious deaths of the New Gods, a powerful race of beings from the planets New Genesis and Apokolips. The story begins with the murder of several New Gods, prompting Orion and Mister Miracle to investigate. As the narrative unfolds, it is revealed that a cosmic entity known as the Source is behind the killings, aiming to unify the Fourth World into a single entity. The series culminates in a confrontation between Orion and Darkseid, leading to significant changes in the status quo of the New Gods. The series ties into the events of 'Countdown to Final Crisis' and had lasting impacts on the DC Universe, particularly in setting the stage for 'Final Crisis'.