A desperate team of incarcerated supervillains is forced into a deadly mission by a shadowy government agency. Led by the enigmatic Amanda Waller, the Suicide Squad is assembled from Arkham Asylum's most dangerous inmates, each offered a reduced sentence in exchange for their lives on the line. They are sent into hostile territory to retrieve a dangerous artifact, facing not only enemy forces but also the constant threat of betrayal from within their own ranks and the knowledge that failure means death.

This volume of Suicide Squad, part of 'The New 52' era, is characterized by its intense action and exploration of morally grey characters operating under duress. The narrative, penned by Ales Kot, focuses on the brutal realities faced by Task Force X, a team of expendable villains forced into dangerous missions. Readers can expect a fast-paced story that examines the psychological impact of such operations, set against a backdrop of government conspiracy and internal conflict. The 'Discipline and Punish' storyline specifically highlights the team's struggle for survival and the harsh consequences of failure.