Comic Title: Showcase Presents:World's Finest Vol. 4 TPB
Publisher: DC
Cover Date: 2013
On Sale Date: November 21, 2012 Direct Market Date November 21, 2012
Source: ComicList, New Comic Book Releases List for Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Direct Market Date November 21, 2012
Source: Previews, #287

Cover Price: $19.99
Page Count: 520

See Also: The Guide to Graphic Novels and Collected Editions

Title: "The Galactic Gamblers"
Pages: 17

Feature(s):
Superman (of Earth-1)
Batman (of Earth-1)

Writer: Robert Kanigher
Penciller: Ross Andru
Inker: Michael Esposito

Reprinted From:
World's Finest Comics #185 (1969)

Feature Character(s)

• Superman (last appearance in Justice League of America #72; next appearance in Adventure Comics #381)
• Batman (last appearance in Justice League of America #72; next appearance in Detective Comics #388)

Supporting Character(s)

• Robin (last appearance in Batman #212; next appearance in Detective Comics #388)
• Jimmy Olsen (last appearance in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #120; next appearance in Superman's Girl Friend Lois Lane #93)

Villain(s)

• The Galactic Gamblers (Rika, Zada, Rafello, and Nicko named; no further appearances)
• A gang of armored knights (no further appearances)

Comments:
Part II:"Combat of the Crime-Busters"

Synopsis:
Superman and Batman are abducted from Earth and teleported to another solar system. On the planet Garenvol, the heroes are forces to face off in a series of deadly challenges. The gamblers on that world then wager on which hero will win the challenge. If Superman or Batman fail to compete, the gamblers threaten to kill people on Earth including Jimmy Olsen and Robin who are held as hostages.

The gamblers believe that their red sun keeps Superman powerless. However, their sun is actually yellow. An atmospheric condition only makes it appear red on the planet. Using his powers covertly, Superman is able to locate and rescue the hostages. He and Batman then end the game and return to Earth.