Tag: The New 52

BIG BAD of BATMAN ETERNAL Revealed?

Batman Eternal #21 courtesy DC Comics
Batman Eternal #21 courtesy DC Comics

I’m back in!

Batman Eternal is an ambitious epic story giving fans of every era a chance to see every ally, enemy and supporting cast member of the Dark Knight’s world.

 

The weekly series has veered, ebbed and flowed but Batman Eternal #11 this week is a like a jolt of adrenaline with major revelations, story curve balls and jaw-dropping surprises.

 

Batman confronts Carmine Falcone.

Alfred Pennyworth shows why he’s the most badass butler in history.

One cast member’s true allegiance is exposed.

 

But the biggest shocker…the criminal mastermind behind the whole story may have been revealed! Continue reading BIG BAD of BATMAN ETERNAL Revealed?

Enter THE MULTIVERSITY In August

The Multiversity #1 courtesy DC Comics
The Multiversity #1 courtesy DC Comics

The long-awaited Grant Morrison project The Multiversity was listed in the August previews from DC Comics. Morrison (Batman, Incorporated, All-Star Superman, JLA) teams with all-star art team to take fans into 52 alternate Earths of DC Comics The New 52 Multiverse. Ivan Reis and Joe Prado are the artists on the first issue with variant covers by Chris Burnham, Bryan Hitch and Morrison himself.

 

Here’s the official description:
“The biggest adventure in DC’s history is here!
Join visionary writer Grant Morrison, today’s most talented artists, and a cast of unforgettable characters from 52 alternative Earths of the known DC Multiverse! Prepare to meet the Vampire League of Earth-43, Continue reading Enter THE MULTIVERSITY In August

FUTURES END & BATMAN BEYOND On FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

DC Comics The New 52 Futures End #0 courtesy DC Comics
DC Comics The New 52 Futures End #0 courtesy DC Comics

DC Comics The New 52 Futures End #0 is just one of the comics from DC for Free Comic Book Day this Saturday. This is no ordinary free comic book.

 

This is the beginning of a brand new weekly series set in the near future by an all-star team of writers: Keith Giffen, Dan Jurgens, Jeff Lemire and Brian Azzarello. This FCBD issue is very special for fans of the Batman Beyond animated series. Terry McGinnis (who wears the famous Bat mask in the future) is officially introduced to The New 52. Continue reading FUTURES END & BATMAN BEYOND On FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

LOBO Invades DC The New 52

courtesy DC Comics
courtesy DC Comics

LOBO…as you’ve never seen him before!

 

Meet the NEW Lobo of The New 52.

 

DC Comics Editor Bob Harras revealed the new look of the ruthless alien that will debut in Villains Month. Yes, debut. Confused? Will the real Lobo stand up?

 

“The Lobo you’ve seen so far in the New 52 is not who you think he is. In this one-shot, you’ll be introduced to the real Lobo. A ruthless killer, Lobo is on a quest to kill the man who has taken his name. Continue reading LOBO Invades DC The New 52

Brainiac Attacks in SUPERMAN Annual Preview

Superman Annual #2 courtesy DC Comics
Superman Annual #2 courtesy DC Comics

You’ve seen Brainiac in many forms from green skinned humanoid in pink or an alien mega-computer warship with metal tentacles.

 

You may have seen my wish for Lex Luthor and Brainac to be the villains for the Man of Steel sequel. Brainiac stars in Superman Annual #2 later this month. DC Comics share a look inside the issue by Scott Lobdell and Frank Hannah showing Brainiac first attack on Earth in The New 52. Continue reading Brainiac Attacks in SUPERMAN Annual Preview

The FLASH Gives Iris A Suit for Speed

Flash #22 courtesy DC Comics
Flash #22 courtesy DC Comics

The couple the races together stays together?

 

It’s hard being the “other half” to a superhero but Barry Allen is giving Iris a chance to suit up and catch up in this DC Comics preview from Editor Bob Harras for Flash #22:

 

“If you’ve been reading The Flash , you know that the current story arc features a mysterious “Speed Force killer.” Well, in order to keep his good friend safe from this elusive murderer, Barry must find a way to make Iris undetectable to whoever is committing these crimes. Using a method similar to how he constructed his own suit, Barry makes a special protective suit for Iris that will prevent the killer from sensing the Speed Force energy in her. And while Iris doesn’t have speed powers, this suit allows her to comfortably travel at super speed.” Continue reading The FLASH Gives Iris A Suit for Speed

When Superman Met Batman

Batman/Superman #1 courtesy DC Comics
Batman/Superman #1 courtesy DC Comics

Kal-El and Bruce Wayne are haunted and defined by the tragedy surrounding their parents. That’s why Jae Lee’s pencils are perfect for this tale of the golden boy of Metropolis in the dark scary underworld of Gotham City.

 

Greg Pak reveals the first meeting of Bruce and Clark in The New 52 in Batman/Superman #1 this week. Pak really captures the essence of who these heroes are, how they clash and how they will connect in a fast-paced first issue that sets up the mystery drawing these heroes together.

 

Murders in Metropolis lead Clark to Gotham City where he and Bruce meet in the civilian identities in great scenes that established just how different their approach is to fighting for justice. When a certain Batman rogue enters the conflict Continue reading When Superman Met Batman