DC Comics is always cooking up something good. In this case, two of DC’s greatest heroes have upcoming stories that will be different than anything comic book fans have read. Plus, DC Infinite has eight stories exclusive to their website.
Here are all of them, what they’re about, and why you’ll want to check them out.
Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum
The creative team of W. Maxwell Prince, Martín Morazzo, and Chris O'Halloran (Ice Cream Man) is bringing fans a story that will change how you view Superman and his relationship to Kryptonite. W. Maxwell Prince said, “You might know what Green, Red, and Black Kryptonite does to Superman, but what about Purple? Or Cobalt? Or Speckled?”
Adding to the intrigue is this is a DC Black Label mini-series (Harleen and Batman: Damned). That means anything is possible since it isn’t tied to the main continuity. Who knows? Maybe we’ll see Superman curse.
"We’ve developed a reputation for pretty left-of-center experimentation, with respect to comics storytelling, and this is basically what we’re doing over the 5 issues of Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum: using our unique voice in comics to tell a Supes yarn that’s both strange and timeless—out there and also totally grounded. "
Batman: Dark Patterns: Pareidolia
Writer Dan Watters and artist Hayden Sherman have created one of the best Batman comic books of the last decade by reminding people that The Dark Knight is a detective first. In this series, we’re seeing Bruce Wayne before the days of Dick Grayson as Robin. So far, he’s solved The Wound Man Case and kept people alive in The Voice of the Tower.
His next mystery involves the Red Hood Gang. However, if Joker is around, and this is before Jason Todd, who’s this new crew’s boss?
DC GO! Debuts new comics exclusive to DC Infinite
Like the Black Label stories, these aren’t connected to the DC Comics main continuity. However, DC GO! is a more fun look at characters. Coming soon are 6 new adventures, with two returning for a second season.
Warriors and a Wee Wonder
Who was Diana when she was a kid? Of course, she was training to be the best fighter, but she also got into mischief. In this case, she’s helping the Island of Themyscira raise a baby. Their plan of action is called the Wee Wonder Warriors rotation system. There’s no way this goes well.
Creative team: Writer Stephanie Williams with art by Jane Pica and Emily Pearson)
Aquaman: Yo-Ho-Hold onto Your Hook!
Jackson Hyde is Aquaman, and he’s going on a pirate adventure with Ha’wea and Dolphin in search of Aquaman’s legendary hook. DC Comics says they’ll face reimagined versions of their heroes and villains. We can guess there will be appearances from Black Manta, Ocean Master, and Arthur Curry (Aquaman).
Creative team: Writer Josh Trujillo (Blue Beetle) with art by Niky Lelapi, Andrew Drilon, and Bradley Clayton
Jon Kent: This Internship Is My Kryptonite
Jon Kent’s mother is the editor-in-chief of the Daily Planet, and he’s the new intern. How will Jon avoid the nepotism comments? He probably can’t, and that will make this series interesting. While readers know Lois won’t give her son special privileges because they’re related, the other employees and interns may have doubts.
Creative team: Written by Sam Camp with art by Daimon Hampton and Seraji
The Magical Mysteries of Shazam!
This is a story of Billy Batson as he becomes the Mighty Shazam. He’ll fight a team called the Monster Society while trying to keep his identity secret. Sadly, his fellow foster siblings saw him transform into an adult superhero with the powers of six gods.
Creative team: Writer Steve Orlando with art by Giopota, Billy Batson
Taste of Justice
Superheroes and supervillains cooking for an office party? Various meals from as far as Themyscira and Atlantis? The one thing for certain is that there will be a food fight and someone will be hit in the face with a pie. If this writer had to guess, it'll be Lex Luthor or Batman.
Creative team: Written by Andrew Aydin with art by Dominike “DOMO” Stanton and Aneke
Harley Quinn in Paradise Season 2
As someone who’s not a fan of reality TV shows, this is something I think everyone will enjoy. Having Harley Quinn on something like The Bachelorette looking for love sounds entertaining. OH! And it looks like Poison Ivy shows up too.
Creative team: Written by CRC Payne with art by Siobhan Chiffon and Cathy Le
My Little Warlord
DC Comics summed this up in three D’s: dehydration, dysentery, and…dinosaurs. USAF pilot Travis Morgan is stranded on a mysterious island, and, of course, there are dinosaurs. I think fans would be disappointed if there wasn’t. Let's see how he takes down a T-Rex and escapes raptors (and the raptors will look accurate).
Creative team: Written by Nina Gee with art by Madlen Mirjam
Nothing Butt Nightwing Season 2
Dick Grayson went undercover in the fashion world in season 1 of Nothing Butt Nightwing and now people know his secret identity. What does that mean for Nightwing and his future as a supermodel and superhero? We’ll have to wait for season 2 to find out.
Creative team: Written by Patrick R. Young with art by Moy R. Marco
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