This is an eye-catching original art page from JLA #122 (2005), Page 11, penciled by Tom Derenick and inked by legendary Dan Green. The page comes from the opening chapter of “OMAC Nation,” the storyline that tied directly into the aftermath of Infinite Crisis and the launch of the One Year Later era.
The undeniable centerpiece is a large, nearly full-page OMAC figure, making this one of the strongest interior pages from the issue. OMAC pages are increasingly appreciated by collectors because they represent one of the defining visual elements of the Greg Rucka-era The OMAC Project and the broader Infinite Crisis saga.
Additional highlights include:
- Dramatic full-body OMAC splash dominating the page.
- Opening transformation sequence as the OMAC system activates.
- Features The Key, one of the Justice League’s most enduring and psychologically complex villains, whose schemes have challenged the League since the Silver Age.
- Beautiful finishes by Dan Green, whose polished inks have enhanced the work of artists ranging from John Byrne to Tom Derenick.
- Directly tied to one of DC’s most significant crossover periods of the 2000s.
Tom Derenick’s storytelling is especially effective here, using a cinematic progression of narrow panels before exploding into the imposing reveal of the OMAC. The page juxtaposes The Key’s fascination with the awakening OMAC against the terrifying activation of the cybernetic enforcer, creating a memorable sequence that helps establish the tone of the storyline. Dan Green’s inks give the mechanical textures and dramatic shadows tremendous depth, making the original artwork even more impressive than the printed page.
For collectors of Justice League, The Key, Infinite Crisis, The OMAC Project, or modern DC original art, this is an attractive display page with a memorable central image and strong visual impact.
