Warning: Spoilers for Batman: The Brave and the Bold #14 Summary Hayden Sherman’s story in Batman: The Brave and the Bold #14 deconstructs the typical Batman story structure. The Batman formula can be summarized in six steps: “Get ready. Go away. Help. Hurt. Return. Heal.” The story explores Batman’s trophy gallery and the psychological motivation behind the items he collects. Created by Bob Kane and Bill Finger for 1939 Detective comics #27, Batman became DC’s most successful superhero. In the nine decades since its creation, the hero formula and its titles have been well rounded – and a recent page…
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Summary Batman, Superman and Spider-Man achieved immense popularity due to their recognition, commercial success, inspired by pulp heroes. Tarzan and Batman share rich orphan status and dedication to their home, fighting threats with unconventional methods. The Spider, like Batman, was a rich orphan with deadly villains, different in his willingness to use violence to achieve his goals. Since its creation by Bob Kane and Bill Finger in the pages of Detective Comics #27, Batman became the de facto face of DC Comics. Along with Superman and Spider-Man, few superheroes have achieved the level of recognition, commercial success and popularity as…
Summary The ’90s brought changes, defeats and comebacks for DC heroes — like Batman’s fall and rise in “Knightfall” and “Nightsend.” The JSA makes a spectacular return in 1999, a collective mix of old and new heroes fighting dark forces, setting up an intrigue-filled series. From “Batman/Dracula: Red Rain” to “Kingdom Come,” the ’90s show featured iconic DC tales, balancing hero battles with deep thematic explorations. The 1990s are known for many things when it comes to comics, from edgy stories to shocking events, but DC Comics managed to maintain great consistency over the years. These years contain some of…
Summary Bane, a formidable foe, challenges Batman’s strength and intellect in gripping storylines since the 90s. Known for his determination and strength, Bane rivals the Joker as DC’s top villain with compelling stories. Bane’s feats and victories, from holding Gotham ransom to breaking Batman’s spirit, highlight his villainous legacy. Created by Chuck Dixon and Graham Nolan to challenge Batman’s strength and intelligence, Train Has served as one of Gotham’s most formidable villains since the early 1990s. Since then, the villain has been responsible for some of Bruce Wayne’s most devastating defeats. Motivated by a need to break the bat and…
In 1941, DC Comics introduced the world to the Justice Society of AmericaThe first superhero team in the history of the genre. Originally comprised of Hourman, Sandman, Hawkman, Spectre, Doctor Fate, Atom, Jay Garrick and Alan Scott, the team has expanded its membership many times. Although some of these additions are temporary and distant from the main JSA members, those who have stuck around the team have defined it for generations. The Justice Society of America not only gave DC its first team, it also housed some of ​​the most enduring legacies in the company’s history – namely the Flash,…
Marvel Comics has dominated the industry since the Silver Age, with energetic and exciting heroes like Wolverine, Spider-Man and Captain America leading the pack. The titanic company has long surpassed DC’s position in the market, and has decades of stories that are required reading for any true comic book fan. While many of these come from classic runs by the likes of Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, there have also been some fantastic recent stories. Marvel Comics is home to some of the most iconic characters in fiction, and the universe has too many stories to count. Although the company…
The world of DC Comics is populated by a variety of heroes and villains, from healthy protagonists like Superman to terrifying agents of chaos like Joker. Between these two extremes exist a variety of heroes who, either from moral ambiguity or sheer power, are just as terrifying as some of the villains. Ranging from monsters ripped from the pages of classic literature to unique creations from comic book legends, these superheroes show that a good guy doesn’t have to be fun or relatable. A hero can be scary for a number of reasons, With some of the most terrifying good…
picture comics Chip is a record-breaking ongoing series, with over 350 issues in the decades since its debut – and in that time, The series produced scores of iconic comic covers, many of which are truly stunning, unforgettable works of art.. at their peak, Chip Covers represent some of the best the industry has offered over the past thirty years. In 1992, Todd McFarlane’s Chip Helped lead the “Image Revolution,” an era in the 1990s defined by the migration of superstar Marvel artists to their own, creator-owned label. McFarlane’s demonic antihero has since achieved record-breaking success as the longest-running creator-owned…
The world of DC Comics is populated by thousands of interesting and eccentric heroes and villains, ranging from Batman and Superman to Lex Luthor and the Joker. While these stories often follow superheroes clashing with their usual enemies, the introductions of villains have made for some all-time great stories. Ranging from whimsical Silver Age introductions to gritty, horror-themed origins in the Bronze Age, seeing a fresh enemy for the first time is a great way to reel in readers. DC’s villains are just as iconic as the heroes, with characters like Joker, Luthor, Darkseid and Brainiac practically synonymous with the…
While many readers consider the Justice League the flagship superhero team of DC Comics, that spot was once held by the Justice Society of America. As the first superhero team in comic book history, the JSA has played host to some of the greatest heroes in the company’s roster, with Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman all serving. After eight decades, the team has one of the richest collections of comics adventures. The Justice Society may not have the attention or fame in the mainstream as the Justice League, but their place in the DC Universe is beyond question. The team…