Transformers Dark Of The Moon Rising Storm #1 2011

This issue kicks off the prequel series to Transformers: Dark of the Moon, establishing the escalating conflict on Earth. Megatron remains in hiding, but the formidable Shockwave makes his significant debut, initiating a new, calculated threat. The Autobots, led by Optimus Prime, engage Starscream's forces in Philadelphia, while Bumblebee faces Barricade in a pivotal confrontation. This comic is notable for introducing Shockwave to the movie continuity and setting the stage for the film's major events.