Several sprinters have performed The Flash mantle in the DC universe, but there can only be one fastest man in the world. Every fan certainly has their favorite, but that honor belongs to Wally West, not only because of the impressive superhero feats under his belt, but also because of how Wally has proven time and time again that he is the best version of Flash in history. Chronologically, Wally West is the third version of The Flash, following Jay Garrick and Barry Allen. He was presented in The Flash (1959) #110 by John Broome and Carmine Infantino as the…
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Warning: Spoilers for Action Comics #1074Superman The costume is iconic for a number of reasons, but its latest update could be an improvement. The Man of Steel undergoes a major overhaul as a result of his adventures through time, and his Kryptonian influences make him stand out from the costume he’s used to. This Superman redesign’s high-tech updates to his appearance make it a contender for his best costume yet. In Action comics #1074 by Mark Waid, Clayton Henry, Michael Shelfer, Matt Herms and Dave Sharpe, Superman has traveled to Krypton’s past through the Phantom Zone and now he must…
Warning: Spoilers for JSA #1Green Lantern is a proud hero in the DC Universe, and his son Obsidian is no different – although his powers suggest otherwise. As a member of Justice Society of AmericaObsidian has used his powers in the name of good countless times, but his most recent feat of power sparks fear rather than hope. Obsidian’s new use of his powers puts his heroism into question as he undergoes a horrific transformation. In JSA #1 by Jeff Lemire, Diego Olortegui, Luis Guerrero and Steve Wands, the youngest heroes of the Justice Society, are left to fend for…
Warning: Spoilers for JSA #1THE Justice Society of America has just begun its bold new era, as JSA #1 revitalizes the classic team by doing the unthinkable and dividing it. The DC team’s books tend to focus more on supernatural threats than personal relationship issues, but this engaging debut puts the focus back on the characters, pitting them against each other. The Justice Society is at its lowest level, and as a result, it has never been better. As part of DC’s ambitious All In initiative, JSA #1 by Jeff Lemire, Diego Olortegui, Luis Guerrero and Steve Wands has finally…
Batman has a renowned reputation as the best detective in the DC Universe, hence his original appearances taking place in the classic Detective comics series. However, a Justice League icon gave it a run for its money. Elongated Man’s wife, Sue Dibny, was officially smarter than Bruce Wayne by solving a mystery that even he couldn’t solve, thus replacing him as the greatest detective in DC lore. Batman: Gotham Knights #41 by Scott Beatty, Toby Cypress, Wildstorm FX, Noelle Giddings, and Janice Chiang begins with Batman arriving at Sue Dibny’s book signing. Disguised as his criminal alter ego, Matches Malone,…
NOTICE! Spoilers ahead for Doctor Who: The Fifteenth Doctor #3In Doctor Whothe Doctor has faced countless fear-inducing enemies throughout his travels through time and space, but his true greatest fear is far darker than any villain. In his latest adventure with Ruby Sunday, the Fifteenth Doctor encountered a twisted new enemy who revealed what he fears most, just as another infamous enemy did in the series. In Doctor Who: The Fifteenth Doctor #3 by Dan Watters and Kelsey Ramsay, the Doctor and Ruby traveled to the last shopping mall on Earth. However, as is typical in this series, a dark…
After Peanut began its prolific output in 1950, creator Charles Schulz continually expanded the boundaries of what could be done with comic books. An exemplary achievement of his was to introduce a long narrative into the series, with plots that span days, weeks and even months. One of these arcs has Linus running for school president with the help of Lucy and Charlie Brown, and it makes for a hysterical story. In an October 5, 1964 comic strip, Lucy approaches Linus about running for school president. He is initially reluctant due to the mountain of responsibilities of the role, until…
Warning: Spoilers for Birds of Prey #15The question of which member of the Bat-Family will inherit the Batman mantle is highly contested among DC fans, but Cassandra Cain’s Batgirl It’s long been a fan-favorite option. Her last fight shows her employing some of Batman’s tried and true tactics and shows how she followed in his footsteps as a fighter. One sentence said during this battle proves, without any doubt, that Batgirl deserves to be the next Batman. In preview for Birds of Prey #15 by Kelly Thompson, Sami Basri, Adriano Lucas and Clayton Cowles, Cassandra Cain continues her investigation into…
Warning: Spoilers for Detective Comics #1091from Batman moment when Gotham’s most formidable vigilante may be coming to an end, with none other than robin preparing to replace him. Bruce Wayne’s decades-long tenure as Batman has begun to take its toll on him as the effects of aging become known. Meanwhile, Robin is more adept in the field than ever, as Batman himself has just revealed the shocking way his sidekick can outsmart him. Along with the news that Detective comics #1090 by Tom Taylor and Mikel Janín will be back in print, DC launched a preview of Detective comics #1091and…
Warning: Spoilers for Action Comics #1074Superman The “S” symbol is an iconic feature of its design and has now been given a whole new meaning. It is an insignia that represents hope, as well as linking him to his Kryptonian roots. Although Superman normally wears his family’s crest openly, his new circumstances lead him to hide it. However, even without his symbol on display, Superman demonstrated that he is a true hero. Action comics #1074 by Mark Waid, Clayton Henry, Michael Shelfer, Matt Herms and Dave Sharpe is a continuation of the “Phantoms” storyline, in which Superman is thrown back…