Volume 1 - 1st printing. Written by Chris Roberson. Introduction by Kurt Busiek. Art and Cover by Dennis Culver. Edison Rex is the smartest man in the world, a criminal genius, and the arch-nemesis of the world's greatest protector, Valiant. Having dedicated his life to defeating Valiant and proving once and for all that he is a menace to humanity and not a hero, what will Edison do once he finally succeeds? And with Valiant out of the way, who will be left to protect the Earth? Softcover, 102 pages, full color. Cover price $19.99.