Nightwing officially steps down as Titans leader, nominating [SPOILER] As his replacement

Warning: Contains potential spoilers for TITANS #16!Nightwing has officially stepped down as leader of the TitansNominating a classic hero to take his place. However, before the transition is finalized, Dick Grayson opens it up for a vote, allowing the team to decide if they agree with his choice. Would you have voted for the nominated Nightwing, or go a different direction?

in Titans #16, Tom Taylor, Lucas Meyer and Adriano Lucas have officially handed the reins to John Layman and Pete Woods, and with this creative team change, along with DC’s ALL IN initiative, the Titans have seen some major transformation.

Notably, although the Titans will remain an independent team, they are now also members of the Justice League. The roster also shifted, with Flash Wally West officially leaving the Titans, Tempest stepping away to help rebuild Atlantis, and Arsenal returning to the team. However, the most significant change is Nightwing stepped down as leader, nominating Donna Troy to take his place.

Nightwing officially nominates Donna Troy as the leader of the Titans

Dana receives five out of six votes in her favor

in Titans #16, Dick calls the team together for an impromptu meeting, where He reveals that he needs a break and feels the Titans deserve more dedicated leadership. He admits that his focus was divided, questioning whether Amanda Waller and the events of Absolute power People could have been treated more quickly if he had been more present. His personal struggles, stemming from Taylor Nightwing run, including dealing with a resurfaced fear of heights, rebuilding Blüdhaven, and being framed as the serial killer Heartless, all of which pulled his attention away from the team.

Recognizing that the Titans have not always been his top priority, Dick believes it is time to pass leadership to someone who can fully commit to the role. Although the change may not be permanent, he confidently nominates Donna, highlighting her proven leadership skills, unwavering dedication to the team, courage and strategic view. Starfire immediately seconds his movement, with Cyborg, Beast Boy, and Raven quickly following suit. Roy initially hesitates, but his reluctance is soon revealed to be due to Clock King’s interference, not a lack of faith in Dana.

This isn’t the first time Donna Troy has led the Titans

But this is the first time she will lead Nightwing

Dick’s decision to appoint Donna as the new team leader is likely no surprise to longtime fans of the Teen Titans/Titan. This isn’t the first time the former Wonder Girl has led the team. While Dick has always been the original Teen Titans leader, Donna has stepped in to take the reins several times over the years. In Marv Wolfman and George Pérez The New Teen TitansDonna took over when Dick briefly left after giving up the Robin mantle. Although Dick returned as Nightwing and resumed leadership, he once again passed the torch to Dana when he left to save Starfire from an arranged marriage on Tamaran.

This pattern has repeated itself over the years. In every iteration of the team with both Nightwing and Donna, she is always his right when he needs to go back. We even saw this recently at Tom Taylor’s Titans run where Dick asked Donna to fill in for him when he temporarily left to deal with Bat family matters. However, what makes Donna’s transition to leader in Titans #16 Especially important is that, for the first time, Dick will remain an active team member instead of quitting altogether. ThereforeDana will lead the Titans and Nightwing.

Did Nightwing make the right call in appointing Donna Troy as the new leader of the Titans?

“Nobody was going to get in my way. Not the Clock King. Not even the Justice League. Nobody.” – Donna Troy in Titans #16

Donna’s approach to leadership will be especially intriguing, as she is immediately thrown into the role when Clock King attacks, leaving her the only Titan standing. Driven by her will and determination, Dana refuses to let her first act as leader be a failure. Her internal monologue offers a glimpse into her vision for the team: “…[leading the Titans] was an opportunity. To do things my way. to make a difference. To make a change. And nobody was going to get in my way. Not the clock king. Not even the Justice League. Nobody. ” With these powerful closing words, do you think Nightwing Made the right choice in appointment Donna Troy Like the new one Titans leader?

Titans #16 is now available from DC Comics!

TITANS #16 (2024)
	Writer: John Layman Artist: Pete Woods Colorist: Pete Woods Writer: Wes Abbott Cover artist: Pete Woods