As DC’s multiverse has blossomed, so has its roster of young heroes, from entirely new characters to stylized new versions. So with the DC Multiverse making it possible to bring together heroes from different Earths, A multiversal version of Young Justice is long overdue to spotlight young heroes who need a comeback.
While the multiverse is only officially restored in Dark crisis (And its future remains unclear thanks to the launch of DC’s Absolute Universe), DC has kept their funnel of creative stories with creative books that delved into the ‘what if’ of superhero history. Over time, standout characters have emerged: newer characters either completely new or vastly changed from their main Earth counterparts. These are The multiversal DC heroes who deserve to join a new Young Justice team.
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Jackie Napier
The daughter of the Joker of Batman: White Knight Presents: Generation Joker
The daughter of the Joker and Harley Quinn, Jackie Napier and her brother Brice were raised without much knowledge of their father’s evil deeds, as Harley raised them with the insistence that Jack Napier and his evil counterpart were two separate people. While originally published as a child in Batman: Curse of the White KnightJackie played a bigger role in Batman: Beyond the White KnightBefore going to lead along with her brother in Batman: White Knight Presents: Generation Jokerwhich saw Jackie and Bryce connecting with their father for the first time.
in Batman: Beyond the White KnightJackie is shown to be more interested in her heritage than her brother, dressing as the Joker. It took an adventure with the FBI on their tails for both siblings to understand how being children of the Joker affected their fears of growing up. While only 12 years old, Jackie was headstrong, with a good sense of right and wrong. Raised by Harley Quinn, daughter of the Joker, with Bruce Wayne as her step-father, there’s no doubt Jackie could eventually become a vigilante herself..
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Bryce Napier
The son of the Joker of Batman: White Knight Presents: Generation Joker
unknown to his twin sister, Bryce Napier was similarly affected by his father being the JokerAlthough he expressed his concerns in many different ways. Debuting as a child in Batman: Curse of the White KnightBryce was originally presented as a foil to his chaotic twin in Batman: Beyond the White KnightBefore it was revealed in Batman: White Knight Presents: Generation Joker That Bryce was doing his own research into the history of the Joker, afraid that his own mental state would take a turn like his father.
Despite being only twelve years old, Bryce displayed a great level of emotional intelligence regarding his own future and his parents’ histories. While the world of Batman: White Knight There aren’t many superheroes in the limelight, unlike the main universe, Bryce would fit in perfectly with a superhero team, allowing him to hone his skills in emergencies. His calm and confident demeanor would serve him well with his sister’s chaotic energy.
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Jess Chambers
Jess Chambers appeared as part of Earth-11’s Teen Justice in Multiversity: Teen Justice
Originally published as Future states Flash, Jess Chambers received a deeper storyline, delving into what their future could mean for them in Multiversity: Teen JusticeA limited series that focused on Earth-11’s version of the Teen Titans, featuring gender-bent versions of characters readers are familiar with. Fans of Jess Chambers got to see first hand the experience that will eventually support Jess’s bravery and their dynamic in a team.
Over time, DC has started to move away from the heroes that were spotlighted during Future stateWith them taking on supporting roles for larger League members (as with Yara Flor in Tom King and Daniel Sampere’s Wonder Woman). But as a speedster with such an impressive future, Jess is not worth ignoring. The next chapter in their story could complete their journey from young hero to future Flash.
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Ashley Rayburn
Ashley starred as Primer in her self-titled YA DC graphic novel
Ashley Rayburn is a new addition to the DC universe – and yet to be added to the main universe. Ashley Vert Primer, a teenage superhero with the ability to capture a variety of superpowers with chemically altered paints, is part of DC’s graphic novels for young adults.. The paints were originally designed for military use and can be equipped only after inhaling a special gas. Primer’s powers are entirely unique to her, and they are well suited to her creative abilities. What’s more: Primer has never been part of a team.
With so many speedsters and Kryptonians populating the DC universe, Primer’s powers are a game changer. Not only are they extremely unique, but they make you a powerful opponent to powerful enemies. A multiversal team can not only bring Primer fully into the DC main universe, but also work on perfecting her teamwork, making her the best hero she can be.
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Mia Queen
Mia Quinn originally came from CW’s Arrow Played by Katherine McNamara
DC may have moved away from their ‘Arrowverse’ – the TV show universe that spanned shows like CW’s Flash and CW’s Batwoman– But the DC Universe has not forgotten his contribution to the DC Universe. Not only did it allow heroes like Batwing, Jesse Quick, and Mister Terrible to make their live-action debuts, but it also gave back new heroes who might have had a long history in the comics. Mia Quinn, to name one, is a notable addition to Green Arrow lore: daughter of Oliver QueenShe grew up without her father in a dystopian Star City before becoming the Green Arrow.
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In 2022, DC premiered a limited series called Earth primeWhich saw many of the TV versions of heroes return in a brand new story. Mia Quinn was one of them. While female archers in Star City are not uncommon, Mia grew up in a city without many heroes, having to fight and claw her way through survival. Not only would bringing her into a multiverse team reaffirm the ‘arrowverse’, but give her character a new opportunity to make a difference alongside like-minded peers.
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Cal-Al
Kal-El crashes the party in Earth 22’s DC Mech With a kryptonian mech
The DC Mech The series stands out in comparison to other multiverse stories, with all the best trappings of the genre: large parademons crashing to earth, and humans generating gigantic mechs to match their size. Surprisingly, although he came to Earth much later than other variations, Kal-El also appeared in a witch, ready to fight to protect Earth as his parents wanted.
DC Mech Not only served as an introduction to the new world Kenny Porter and Baldemar Rivas have created, however A new beginning for Kal-El: his mech was created as a refuge for the Kryptonian childBut also a means for him to avenge the destruction of Krypton. This perspective-altering origin gives DC Mech’s Kal-El an entirely new complex mindset about his purpose in the universe, something that should be explored in a team setting.
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James Pierce
DC Dark Knights of SteelPrince of the Kingdom of Storms has a tragic arc.
The kingdom of DC Dark Knights of Steel Suffered many tragedies upfront: specifically when The young Prince James Pierce of the Kingdom of Storms Died apparently to Zola Zur-al. Although this was eventually revealed to be a hoax, it did not undo the damage. Although Jacob was later revived, his experience with death changed his character and brought him a completely new perspective. DC characters coming back from the dead is a common occurrence for older characters but a hesitant approach to new ones: it only made his character stronger.
While the other letters of DC Dark Knights of Steel Stumbled upon, the violence is well normalized in their eyes, Jacob hesitated at admitting the death to another person. This not only showed the uniqueness of his character on his earth, but also a large number of stories about Jacob that have yet to be tapped into. Prince James Pierce has potential, and it is in a team, with people familiar with death’s touch, that he can delve into his life-changing experience.
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Cameron Kim
Cameron comes from the main universe, but his story is left open
Cameron Kim, referred to as City BoyStarring in his self-titled limited series, a comic that followed his search for his mother after the events of Lazarus planetwhich marked his first appearance in the DC Universe. Unlike other heroes, Cameron struggled with an inner darkness related to his powers. While he eventually comes to peace with both his mother’s end and his conflict of morality, City Boy’s powers prove that there are valuable stories to be told with him at the center.
For readers unfamiliar with Cameron, his powers allow him to tap into the memories of a city, like the people who define a place. While he began speaking to cities made of metal and concrete, it was revealed that his powers also extended to less defined cities, specifically an ant colony. There is much more to explore with Cameron, especially with him already shown to be a character of wavering morals.
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Mia Mizoguchi
Mia ran into many Gotham vigilantes in the halls of Gotham Academy.
Gotham Academy was home to many colorful students, however Mia “Maps” Mizoguchi stood out for her unwavering belief in Batman and Robin’s ability to do good. Over the course of her time at the Academy, Maps has been around many of Gotham’s vigilantes, but her future has always been up in the air, until Kelly Thompson. Birds of prey Introduced a future version of maps that has managed to invent a device that can move you through time. Maps’ fate may be explained, but her journey there is exactly the kind of mystery her old detective club used to investigate.
Although Maps has always been closer to Batman’s allies than the rest of her student body, she has never been explicitly tied to the superhero community before. With her idealism, finding her place in a world of metas and aliens is the perfect reason for her to join a superhero team.
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Donald Troy
Teen Justice not only expanded on Jess Chamber’s story, but also elevated her teammates, giving them completely unique arcs compared to their main Earth counterparts. One of their teammates was Donald Troy AKA Troy: The Earth-11 version of Donna Troy. Unlike his teammates, Troy’s background isn’t given much introspection, as most of his arc in the series has to do with his love interest Raven and the developing conspiracy at hand. A large part of the history of the Amazons in the first universe has to do with historical sexism, which shaped their culture. Donald – and the Amazons of Earth-11 – never had their story explained.
While this may be a bigger story than one of Troy joining a multiverse team, it’s his bond with Raven (who seemingly sacrificed herself) and the tease of a continuing story that has yet to be picked up on that makes Troy A great candidate for future teams going forward. There is more to tell with his character and the rest of Earth-11.