DC Direct has announced a trio of statues coming in May of 2012. I like the direction they’re heading with the Green Lantern Animated series, but their other two announcements – a Sam Kieth B&W Batman and a repainted Jim Lee Superman – leave me yawning. I’ve never liked Sam Kieth’s work, and do we really need another mini repaint? Anyhoo…read on for the full details.

GREEN LANTERN: THE ANIMATED SERIES: ATROCITUS Maquette

DESIGNED BY DAVE CORTEZ

With blood and rage of crimson red comes Atrocitus – in maquette form! From the hit Green Lantern animated series comes the powerful and vengeful Red Lantern, Atrocitus! Standing an impressive 8.25″ high x 8″ wide x 6″ deep, no collection can be complete without this fearsome foe!

$ 125.00 US | On Sale May 23, 2012

BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE: BY SAM KIETH Statue

Designed by Sam Kieth; Sculpted Jonathan Matthews

From the brilliantly twisted mind of legendary illustrator Sam Keith comes the latest incarnation in the “Batman: Black and White” line of figures. Based on designs by Kieth himself, this unique figure measures 5.5″ high x 6″ wide x 5″ deep and matches the previous figures in this series with its moody, monochromatic color scheme.

$ 95.00 US | On Sale May 9, 2012

SUPERMAN PATINA MINI STATUE

DESIGNED BY JIM LEE; SCULPTED BY TIM BRUCKNER

The Man of Steel stands ready to defend Metropolis, as envisioned by industry legend Jim Lee! Sporting a faux-bronzed finish, this miniature statue, based on the sold-out full-sized version, is one of a kind and stands a heroic 6″ high x 4″ wide x 6″ deep.

$ 95.00 US | On Sale May 2, 2012