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DC Comics' Absolute line has been a massive success, and author Kelly Thompson's Absolute Wonder Woman has been a huge part of that. Thompson has an impressive resume, as a long-time writer in the comic book industry, and fans discovering her for the first time through Absolute Wonder Woman have a number of great books from her worth checking out.

Thompson has a rich history working in the superhero genre, having written hit series for both Marvel and DC Comics. For Marvel, she has helped take several of the publisher's characters and elevated them to the next level, while prior to Absolute Wonder Woman here main contribution to DC was Birds of Prey.

Thompson also has stepped outside the world of superheroes, taking on some familiar faces while also writing her own original comics. Here are eight comics written by Kelly Thompson to read once caught up on Absolute Wonder Woman,...

Some of Spider-Man's earliest foes in Marvel Comics’ history, the Enforcers, are set to face off against an MCU version of Spider-Man. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is a prequel miniseries to the upcoming Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) TV series of the same name, which takes place in a universe branching off from the main MCU timeline – and the Enforcers are a perfect first villain for this version of Spider-Man.

Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man (2024) #3 – written by Christos Gage, with art by Eric Gapstur – finds Peter Parker in over his head as he tries to navigate his double life as Spider-Man and balance his school and new powers and identity. In the midst of all that, Peter takes on a group of villains called the Enforcers, in a serious throwback to the character's earliest days.

The Enforcers are notable for being among the first antagonists the Webslinger ever faced, but they have...

Ahead of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man's premiere on Disney+ next month, Marvel Comics will release a new prequel comic book highlighting more of this wall-crawler's earliest adventures.

Marvel Studios has its main Spider-Man, Tom Holland's Peter Parker, but previously introduced an animated Variant in What If...? season 1. This third version borrows heavily from the McU's Spidey, expanding on his origin in a world where Norman Osborn became his mentor in place of Tony Stark.

In this first look at next Wednesday's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #1, we see the fateful moment Peter is bitten by the spider that gives him his amazing new powers.

However, in place of a radioactive creepy-crawly, we know that this one falls through a portal opened by Doctor Strange when one of the Sorcerer Supreme's adventures brings him to Midtown High. How much that changes what we know of Spider-Man remains to be seen.

"I've...

Two-Face stands among Batman’s most iconic villains, with over 82 years of rich comic history and a deeply tragic origin. Once Gotham’s fearless district attorney, Harvey Dent fought tirelessly for justice before becoming the notorious rogue. Now, in his highly anticipated solo series, Dent’s dual identities collide as he steps back into the courtroom, embracing his lawyer roots in a way that is sure to drive the Dark Knight insane.

... it’s inevitable that Two-Face’s new brand of justice will become Batman’s worst nightmare....

On December 4, 2024, fans can dive into Two-Face #1, the debut issue of Harvey Dent’s new solo series by Christian Ward, Fabio Veras, Ivan Plascencia, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou. According to the synopsis, the comic explores Harvey’s two personalities achieving an uneasy peace, allowing him to regain enough stability to return to his legal roots.

However, instead of resuming his role as Gotham’s district attorney,...

Marvel finally reveals what Spider-Man was doing before joining the MCU. Tom Holland's Peter Parker made his Marvel Cinematic Universe debut in Captain America: Civil War. When Tony Stark recruits the boy for Team Iron Man, it's made clear that Peter was already well into his superhero career. However, the movie doesn't delve deep into how Spidey's reputation precedes him.

Spider-Man's pre-mcu life is finally analyzed in Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #3 by Christos Gage and Eric Gapstur. Marvel revealed even more details about the upcoming issue in its February 2025 solicitations.

Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-man #3 (2025)

Release Date:

February 19th, 2025

Writers:

Christos Gage

Artists:

Eric Gapstur

Cover Artist:

Leonardo Romero

Variant Covers:

Benjamin Su

Swinging Into Trouble! With a new school, new powers and a new secret identity, Peter Parkers in over his head as he tries to navigate his double life as Spider-Man. Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-man is...

Marvel Animation's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is coming to Disney+ next January, and before it does, we'll be able to swing into some new Spidey stories in a special prequel comic book series written by Marvel veteran Christos Gage and drawn by rising star artist Eric Gapstur.

Set during the teenager's earliest days as Spider-Man, the five-issue limited series introduces a young Peter Parker, his supporting cast, and some of the hero's legendary villains.

The animated series will take place in its reality and we now see that this rookie web-slinger will face off with The Enforcers, a trio first introduced by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko in the pages of 1963's Amazing Spider-Man #10. They haven't changed much in terms of appearance and this should be a fun clash. Whether they appear in the show as well remains to be seen.

"I've had the privilege of writing a lot of Spider-Man's adventures,...

Tom Hollands Spider-Man is getting an animated series to chronicle his earliest adventures, but Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man will also get a prequel comic series from Marvel Comics. With the first issue releasing in December, the prequel series is set to run for five issues in time for the release of the animated series on Disney+.

In the preview released to Aipt, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #1 opens with the wall-crawler in what appears to be his very first super-villain brawl. Check out the preview below:

While its hard to tell from the art released thus far, the villain seen in the preview appears to be Hammerhead, the mobster with the steel-plated, indestructible skull. As one of Spider-Man's classic villains, Hammerhead would be a good choice for the first super-villain to fight against this version of the wallcrawler.

Tom Hollands Spider-Man Webs Up for First Comic Book Adventure Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #1 by Christos Gage,...

Marvel Animation's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is coming soon to Disney+, and before it does, you'll be able to swing into some new Spidey stories in a special prequel comic book series written by Marvel veteran Christos Gage and drawn by rising star artist Eric Gapstur.

Set during the teenager's earliest days as Spider-Man, the five-issue limited series introduces a young Peter Parker, his supporting cast, and some of the hero's legendary villains. Today, you can check out all four amazing covers and get a sneak peek at the exciting adventures to come with never-before-seen interior artwork.

The new preview also shows Peter testing out his new abilities and getting into his first superhero brawl.

Here's the official description for Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #1:

In Marvel Animation’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Peter Parker is on his way to becoming a hero, with a journey unlike what we...

Marvel will release an all-new holiday one-shot in early December, featuring stories starring Spider-Man, the X-Men, and the Fantastic Four, each packed with heartwarming cheer. The issue promises festive celebrations and holiday hijinks, with a star-studded cast of heroes on the page, and an all-star roster of comic book creators behind the scenes.

As announced by the publisher, Marvel Holiday Tales to Astonish #1 will feature three stories, starring the company's most iconic heroes as they ring in the holidays with these inspirational and action-pact tales.

The one-shot will feature some amazing art, including four different covers by Luciano Vecchio and Leonardo Romero, a homage cover by Lee Garbett, and a special hidden gem cover by legendary artists Gil Kane and John Romita. The one-shot will continue Marvel's extensive tradition of ending the year with superhero cheer.

Unwrap Four Action-Packed & Heartwarming Superhero Stories With "Holiday Tales To Astonish" This Year Marvel's...

This December, Marvel Comics will help get us into the holiday spirit with a new one-shot: Marvel Holiday Tales to Astonish. In the great Marvel tradition, we'll behold the many ways our favourite heroes celebrate the season with stories starring the Fantastic Four, the X-Men, and Spider-Man.

Brought to us by a lineup of acclaimed Marvel talent, these three heartwarming, inspirational, and action-packed stories are suited for any reader to enjoy, making them the perfect gift for the Marvel fans in your life.

Today, you can check out all four covers, including pieces by Luciano Vecchio and Leonardo Romero along with a wraparound homage cover by Lee Garbett and a hidden gem cover from industry legends Gil Kane and John Romita Sr. We've also found a sneak peek at all three tales sitting under the tree.

Here's what's to come in Marvel Holiday Tales to Astonish:

First, you're invited to the Fantastic Four's Holiday Party!

DC Comics’ crime-fighting title “Birds of Prey” “…proves every mission matters and every life saved is a miracle, but this time it’s personal…”:

“…’Dinah Lance’ is a ‘Dcu’ elite fighter, that combined with her ‘sonic scream’, is a fearsome foe in any scenario...

“…but sometimes even the ‘Black Canary’ needs help.

“Now, faced with a personal mission brought to her by a mysterious new ally…

“…and up against near-impossible odds, she re-forms the ‘Birds of Prey’ with an unrivaled group of crime-fighters…

“…including ‘Cassandra Cain’, ‘Big Barda’, ‘Zealot’ and ‘Harley Quinn’.

“With only one goal. Extraction without bloodshed. What could possibly go wrong?

“Kelly Thompson makes her long-awaited ‘DC Universe’ writing debut…

“…and is joined by her ‘Hawkeye’ partners-in-crime Leonardo Romero (‘Batman’) and Jordie Bellaire (‘Wonder Woman’)…

“…to debut an all-new, all-deadly ‘Birds of Prey’ series., still breaking hearts after all these years…”

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Mia Maps Mizoguchi has been a Gotham resident for quite some time, but its only now, years after her debut, that DC Comics is finally ready to give Maps her spotlight. Its been a long time coming, but iDC used that time to grow Maps character from a bright youth interested in Gothams mysteries to a tested Gotham resident whos seen Gotham at its worst - and now, a superheroic time-traveler working with the Birds of Prey.

Maps Mizoguchi first appeared in Gotham Academy by Brendon Fletcher, Becky Cloonan, and Karl Kerschl, which explored the tainted history of one of Gothams oldest institutions. Maps stood out for her genuine adoration for Batman and Robin, which sometimes led her closer to danger than her friends would have liked. The first arc of Birds of Prey by Kelly Thompson and Leonardo Romero marked the first time readers saw Maps bearing the name...

DC's Absolute Universe is arriving in a matter of weeks - including the very first issue of Absolute Wonder Woman by Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman, the hotly anticipated and "witchy" take on Diana of Themyscira. But is the Absolute version of Wonder Woman still considered "of Themyscira"? ScreenRant spoke with Thompson and Sherman to discuss this dark new Wonder Woman's dark new history.

This October, DC Comics is launching its Absolute Universe: an alternate world with a brand-new continuity, altering the origins of the publisher's classic superheroes. Like Marvel's Ultimate line, this new world will begin with a slate of #1s perfectly designed for new readers - including those with no knowledge of the traditional DC Universe. Among those new #1s is Absolute Wonder Woman by Thompson and Sherman.

Absolute Wonder Woman #1 (2024)

Release Date:

October 23rd, 2024

Writer:

Kelly Thompson

Artist:

Hayden Sherman

Colorist:

Jordie Bellaire

Letterer:

Becca Carey

Cover...

The notorious villain Two-Face is getting a new lease on life by returning to the profession he once loved. It's been years since Harvey Dent was a practicing attorney, but the infamous crime boss is heading back to court to defend those most in need: Gotham's supervillains.

DC's brand-new All In initiative is just days away and the publisher has already promised major shakeups and new directions were on the horizon. The promise of going 'all in' continues with a brand-new series that sees Harvey Dent make some major changes to his life and embark on what could be his greatest adventure yet.

Two-Face Gets His Own Series for DC All In Two-Face by Christian Ward and Fbio Veras

Two-Face (2024)

Release Date:

December 4th, 2024

Writer:

Christian Ward

Artist:

Fbio Veras

Cover Artist:

Baldemar Rivas

Variant Covers:

Chris Samnee and Leonardo Romero

After years of internal conflict, both halves of Harvey...

DC Comics has announced that Two-Face is getting a new limited comic book series from writer Christian Ward and artist Fábio Veras. Believe it or not, this will be the first-ever solo series for the notorious Gotham City supervillain (and occasional good guy) Harvey Dent!

In the tradition of the recent villain-focused comic book series The Penguin, DC's new "All In" series Two-Face explores the good and bad sides of Harvey Dent as two characters operating and living in the same body. As the good Harvey explores a Perry Mason-like life as an attorney-at-law, bad Harvey doesn't just want partial control of the body, but full control of the mind.

Here's the official description for Two-Face #1 directly from DC Comics:

After years of internal conflict, both halves of Harvey Dent have reached an uneasy peace. In DC’s new Two-Faceseries, Harvey uses his skills as an attorney to resolve...

Warning: Spoilers for Batman #152!The feud between the Birds of Prey and Wonder Woman's Amazons is far from over. Anyone who has been following the Birds of Prey's title series knows that their first arc from last year put them in conflict with the Amazons, albeit for a reasonable reason. However, an Amazon never forgets, as the saying goes.

As such, the Amazons make it clear that they still consider the Birds of Prey enemies of themselves and Wonder Woman, per Batman #152's backup story, "Emotionally Compromised" by Kelly Thompson, Mattia De Iulis, and Clayton Cowles. It's obvious from the outset that the tension between the Amazons and the Birds is still simmering, and it might take a lot for those fences to mend again.

Anyone familiar with what the Amazons can do as a connected, cohesive unit should be afraid of what they could do to the...

Spider-Man fans have a chance to learn how Peter Parker picked his name and costume in a prequel to his upcoming Disney+ show, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man. While the animated show has some connections to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, it appears to take place in its own universe. Now, a new comic series set before the events of the show will detail Spider-Mans earliest days as a wall-crawling superhero.

Marvel announced that Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man by writer Christos Gage and artist Eric Gapstur will serve as an official prequel to the animated series. While fans are no doubt well familiar with Spider-Mans origin story and early days as a hero, this five-part limited series will give them a chance to learn about this new universe, including his supporting cast and some of his villains.

The cover art by Leonardo Romero shows Spidey in his first superhero suit. Sporting blue sweats,...

Marvel Animation's Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man is coming soon to Disney+, but before it does, you'll be able to swing into some new Spidey stories courtesy of a special prequel comic book series.

Written by Marvel veteran Christos Gage and illustrated by rising star artist Eric Gapstur, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man will be a five-issue limited series introducing a young Peter Parker, his supporting cast, and some of Spidey's legendary villains.

The comic series also introduces some of the amazing adventures to come in this highly anticipated animated series that takes place during Peter's earliest days as Spider-Man.

Here's the title's official description from Marvel Comics:

In Marvel Animation’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, Peter Parker is on his way to becoming a hero, with a journey unlike what we’ve seen before and a style that celebrates the character’s earliest comic book roots. In this new comic book series,...

The instant connection between Barda and Cassandra is heartwarming proof that having someone who understands you can make a world of difference. Cassandra's impassioned speech is the key to freeing Barda from possession, showcasing the strength of their bond. The friendship between Barda and Cassandra, both struggling with communication, is a triumph of kindred spirits and a highlight of Birds of Prey.

One of my many, many favorite parts of DC's Birds of Prey revival has been the instantaneous friendship that has sprung up between Big Barda and Cassandra Cain: two characters who have long struggled to connect with others. While every hero on the team is worthy of praise, my own struggle to connect with my peers makes the Barda/Cass dynamic particularly noteworthy to me.

One doesn't have to go far to notice the bond between Barda and Cassandra; as early as Birds of Prey #1 by Kelly Thompson and Leonardo Romero,...

Pythona of Cobra-La ventures into space to join the battle in Void Rivals #13, shaking up the Energon Universe's storylines. Cobra-La becomes a major player in the Energon Universe, bringing the conflict to new heights with their anti-Cybertronian beliefs. With Cobra-La entering the fray, fans can expect new alliances, betrayals, and epic battles in the cosmic world of Void Rivals.

Warning! Potential spoilers ahead for Void Rivals #13

The Energon Universe is about to get a little bit bigger, as a major G.I. Joe villain is about to make her debut in the pages of Void Rivals. The Transformers have been a major factor in Void Rivals, Skybound Entertainments debut title for its shared universe imprint. So it's appropriate thta this is the series where fans will see the other major part of the Energon Universe join the battle for the Sacred Ring.

Set to be released this October, Void Rivals #13 by...

The big reveal at the end of WandaVision wasn’t just a shock to TV watchers. Of course, Kathryn Hahn’s character Agatha stole the screen from stars Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany because, well, she’s Kathryn Hahn. But not even Marvel Zombies expected that it was Agatha all along.

That’s partially because the Agatha Harkness of Marvel Comics has little to do with the spitfire played by Hahn. The comics Agatha is an elderly woman who splits her time training Wanda and serving as nanny for the Fantastic Four, not a trickster villain.

The willingness to change up canon that WandaVision creator Jac Schaeffer showed makes the first look at Agatha All Along something of a surprise. As presented by Empire, the image shows Agatha with her own coven, consisting of some witches drawn from deep Marvel lore. Joining her is Broadway legend Patti LuPone as Lilia Calderu,...

Warning: Spoilers for DC's Spring Breakout! #1!

Suicide Squad members' friendships are stronger than those in the Justice League. Harley Quinn and King Shark's bond exemplifies the strong relationships within the Suicide Squad. The Suicide Squad's camaraderie and loyalty outshine the Justice League's mere alliances.

One of the best superhero friendships in the DC Universe doesn't come from the Justice League, but instead, the Suicide Squad. In the DC Universe, the Suicide Squad has always been viewed as a being on a significantly lower tier on the superteam hierarchy than the Justice League. If the Jla are an A-team, most people in-universe view Suicide Squad as a B-team, if even that.

People may not respect the Suicide Squad as a team, but they have to respect their friendship as showcased in DC's Spring Breakout! #1 in the story "Field Trip" by Joey Esposito and Vasco Georgiev. In it, Harley Quinn breaks...

The Powerpuff Girls are making a return in comic book form after a five-year hiatus, with a new series by acclaimed creators. The revival includes a new Powerpuff Girls #1 comic by writer Kelly Thompson and artist Paulina Ganucheau set for release in July 2024. Fans can expect an exciting and nostalgic ride, as the creative team aims to honor and continue the legacy of the beloved franchise.

For the first time in five years, The Powerpuff Girls are returning, this time in comic book form. The original show ran from 1998 until 2005 on Cartoon Network. Since then, there have been specials, a failed live-action pilot, and a 2016-2019 animated revival using the Powerpuff Girls name. It's been a struggle trying to revive the franchise, including a 2022 announcement for a second animated reboot for the Powerpuff Girls, with no significant updates since — until now.

Now, just in time for the show's 25th anniversary,...

Warning: Contains potential spoilers for Birds of Prey #11!

Birds of Prey #11's main cover features new jungle-themed costume for the Birds of Prey. As the Birds search for Barbara Gordon, who has been abducted by a mysterious villain, they end up in a dimension with dinosaurs. DC Comics has announced multiple dino-themed stories for July 2024.

DC revealed in its July 2024 solicitations that the fierce Birds of Prey will soon be going prehistoric — to battle dinosaurs. Leonardo Romero’s stunning cover for Birds of Prey #11 sees DC’s iconic team of heroines get new costumes to suit their escapades in the jungle.

Romero’s lush and vibrant cover for Birds of Prey #11 by Kelly Thompson, Gavin Guidry, and Javier Pina pits the current Birds against a group of velociraptors, a clever match-up since the word “raptor” can refer to both this type of dino or any bird of prey. As the...

Warning: Spoilers for Harley Quinn #37!

Harley Quinn's new role as a teacher solidifies her as a hero in the DC Universe. Her impact as a teacher is shown when her students defy Brother Eye to protect her. Building relationships with her students and Birds of Prey cements her status as a hero.

Harley Quinn's new day job is proving to be exactly what it takes to keep the former Cupid of Crime on the straight and narrow. Recently — and thanks to her court-mandated community service — Harley embarked on a new career journey as an adjunct professor. Instantly, her role as a teacher proved to be the best character direction she's had in the DC Universe in years.

More than just being an interesting character development, Harley's new path as a teacher is already the best means of keeping Dr. Harleen Quinzel a hero, especially in Harley Quinn #37 by Tini Howard,...

Wonder Woman's lack of weaknesses and immense strength make her formidable — except she keeps getting possessed by dark forces. Diana's multiple possessions have posed serious threats to the Justice League. It's crucial for Wonder Woman to develop mental defenses to prevent future possession threats.

There's no denying that Wonder Woman is one of the most powerful heroes in the Justice League. This is partly because she has functionally no weaknesses and is nearly as strong as Superman. So it's all the more concerning that she keeps getting possessed. Several times a powerful villain has taken over Diana's body and used it for evil.

One of the major times Diana got possessed was during Jla: Scary Monsters #5 by Chris Claremont, Joshua Hood, Sean Parsons, Jack Morelli, and Guy Major. After the Justice League came under attack by demonic forces while on vacation, Wonder Woman was infected. This resulted in her...

Warning: Spoilers for Batman: The Brave and the Bold #10 ahead!

Maps Mizoguchi takes on her first sanctioned mission with Batman, setting her up to officially be the next Robin. Batman seeks out Maps for her sleuthing skills, showing his tacit approval of her crime-fighting abilities. Maps has proven herself as a capable hero, demonstrating initiative, detective skills, and even assisting the Batgirls.

After years of teasing, it looks like Batman's newest partnership is here at last. Mia "Maps" Mizoguchi is ready to take on the role of Robin as Batman finally enlists her on her first sanctioned mission — even if he hasn't actually called her Robin yet.

Batman: The Brave and the Bold #10 returns to Gotham Academy in the story "Mother's Day, Part 1," by Karl Kerschel, MSassyK, and Steve Wands. Though Batman is on the trail of a Man-Bat creature, Kirk Langstrom reveals that he has his monstrous alter-ego under control.

The Birds of Prey must save Barbara Gordon from a mysterious assassin manipulating time. The team is embarking on a new mission to a dangerous world, possibly through dimensions. The Birds of Prey face unprecedented challenges to keep their founder safe in this unique adventure.

The Birds of Prey's latest mission has them trying their best to unravel the mystery of why someone is trying to murder Barbara Gordon. This mission will end up taking the Birds to a brand-new world full of danger as they try to keep one of their most important members from being killed — all while traveling through dimensions for the first time in the team's history.

After their previous mission, ​​​the Birds of Prey must set out to figure out who is manipulating the time stream just to kill Barbara Gordon — which will involve the team traveling to a "strange new world" in Birds of Prey...

Warning: Spoilers for Birds of Prey #6!

Harley Quinn proves to be a rational voice of reason within the Birds of Prey team. Despite her past as a villain, Harley's skills as a psychiatrist shine through on missions. Harley should be included in the next Birds of Prey lineup due to her critical thinking abilities.

Now that she's a member of the Birds of Prey, Harley Quinn can finally be the voice of reason she always should've been in the DC Universe. Much of Harley Quinn's time in the DC Universe, both as a hero and as a villain, has seen her underestimated by her peers and even readers. She's constantly misunderstood by the masses as being nothing more than "crazy" — but she's never been completely irrational.

While she's admittedly far from being completely sane, Birds of Prey #6 by Kelly Thompson and Leonardo Romero reminds readers that Harley Quinn is sane...

Barbara Gordon's absence from the Birds of Prey team in the first arc of the latest volume was due to the fact that she would end up dead every time she joined the mission to save Sin from the Amazons. The team is determined to find out who is trying to kill Barbara and put an end to it once and for all. Black Canary and Cassandra Cain vow to protect Barbara Gordon, ensuring that nobody is going to kill Barbara as long as she's protected by them.

Warning! Contains Spoilers For Birds of Prey #6!

The Birds of Prey are back, but missing one iconic member. Many fans have pointed this out, and DC has finally provided an answer as to why this member was missing: every time Barbara Gordon's Batgirl joined this iteration of the team, she'd end up dead. Now, the Birds of Prey are setting out...

Warning: Spoilers for Birds of Prey #6!

The Birds of Prey are switching up their team for each mission, making it harder for villains to plan against them. This new tactic puts the Birds of Prey on par with the Justice League and Titans in terms of adaptability. Black Canary is determined to protect Barbara Gordon, leading to the formation of a new version of the Birds of Prey.

The spirit of Bruce Timm's storytelling is alive and well thanks to the Birds of Prey, an underrated alternative to the Justice League. Bruce Timm is best known for his contributions to the DC Comics animated universe and television franchise during the 90s and 2000s. One of his most popular series was Justice League Unlimited, where the League would keep a rotating roster of heroes, constantly switching things up for each mission.

DC's most underrated team looks to borrow that same...

Warning: Spoilers for Birds of Prey #6!

Black Canary's sister, Sin Lance, becomes a super-powered hero by sharing her body with a god. Sin gets a cool new green-and-black costume and full control of their actions while sharing powers with the god. Sin's power upgrade takes the concept of "godhood" to a new level in the DC Universe.

Black Canary's sister, Sin Lance, has ascended to hero status with a new, stronger twist on Shazam's powers. When Billy Batson first started his journey as the Champion of Shazam, he became imbued by the gods with their power. Sin Lance, though, is now actually sharing her body with a god to become DC's newest super-powered hero.

Sin officially gets her new powers and costume in Birds of Prey #6 by Kelly Thompson and Leonardo Romero. The moment comes as the conclusion of the revamped title's first arc, in which Black Canary...

Vixen joins the Birds of Prey to help the team tackle a mysterious villain attacking them through time. Vixen's versatile powers make her a valuable addition to the team and she has been a key member of other superhero groups in the past. The new Birds of Prey lineup has been bringing attention to lesser-known characters, and Vixen is set to shine in the upcoming issue.

Warning! Contains potential spoilers for Birds Of Prey #8!

Recently, DC Comics has been exploring its often underused teams and bringing them back into the spotlight, allowing teams like the Birds of Prey to shine and use their roster to show off some lesser-known women. This is best exemplified by having DC's most stylish Justice League member joins the Birds on their next adventure. When a villain attacks the Birds through time, it's up to Vixen to help them solve it.

The newest iteration of...

DC Comics has made a commitment to centering women in leading and co-leading roles throughout the DC Universe. In 2023, there was a significant emphasis on female characters in major team and solo books, even in books with men in leading roles. Many of the titles featuring female characters will continue to play major roles in the Dcu in 2024, with Wonder Woman's story just beginning to take shape.

The heroes of DC Comics experienced some major upheavals in 2023, and the publisher's iconic women — such as Wonder Woman, Lois Lane, Power Girl, Hawkgirl, and more — were often at the center of events. As DC revamped its storytelling through the Dawn of DC initiative, a slew of new and ongoing titles starring women reveal a heartening commitment to centering women in heroic (and not-so-heroic) roles throughout the DC Universe.

The women of DC Comics had a banner year in 2023, especially as the...

Wesley Dodds: The Sandman delivers a tense and engaging mystery that sets it apart from other Dawn of DC books. Birds of Prey brings together a non-traditional yet entertaining team with humor and dynamic fight scenes. Unstoppable Doom Patrol showcases the weird history of the heroes in a surprisingly poignant series full of laughs and growth.

When the dust from Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths settled, DC Comics started a new initiative to give its heroes a brand-new start. In 2023, the publisher launched the Dawn of DC, a yearlong initiative to show off the company’s greatest heroes on exciting adventures. Many heroes got new creative teams while others got their first series in years. There were a lot of books published under the Dawn of DC banner, but only a few stand out as the best. Read on to discover the 10 titles that truly captured the Dawn of DC’s spirit.

Big Barda vs. Wonder Woman in DC's Birds of Prey is an epic battle that is considered one of the best fight scenes of 2023. Big Barda rises to the challenge and dominates the fight with Wonder Woman until Diana delivers a massive punch that turns the tide. Big Barda's impressive performance in the fight suggests she could be a worthy successor to Wonder Woman and deserves recognition for pushing Diana to her limits.

The toughest opponent that Wonder Woman has ever faced arrives in the form of her own Justice League ally, Big Barda — and their battle may be DC's best fight scene of 2023. Big Barda vs. Wonder Woman has always been a hotly anticipated dream match for readers. Barda once fought a future version of Wonder Woman, but now she finally gets her hands on the true Diana Prince.

Big Barda vs. Wonder Woman makes up one of DC's best Justice League fights ever,...

Megaera, the Goddess of Vengeance, rises in Birds of Prey #4, posing a threat to Themyscira and the Amazons, as well as the DC Universe as a whole. The Birds of Prey fail in their mission to rescue Sin, leading to the awakening of Megaera and the threatened destruction of Themyscira. The Birds of Prey are now the last hope to avert an apocalyptic ending for Themyscira and potentially the entire DC Universe.

Warning: Spoilers for Birds of Prey #4!

The DC equivalent of Ragnarok just fell upon its universe, as Wonder Woman and the Amazons of Themyscira have inadvertently unleashed a vicious goddess intent on bringing destruction. In classic mythology, Megaera is the Goddess of Vengeance, and in the Birds of Prey series, she's forewarned as a bringer of an ancient apocalypse that will doom Themyscira.

Birds of Prey #4 by Kelly Thompson, Leonardo Romero, Jordie Bellaire, and Clayton Cowles – finds Wonder...

Warning! Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #4!

Batgirl Cassandra Cain shows Batman how to properly defeat Wonder Woman by overwhelming her with speed and gadgets. Batman's previous methods against Wonder Woman, such as trickery and avoidance, have never worked due to her power set. Even Batman struggles to take down Wonder Woman, but Cassandra's approach of outsmarting and overwhelming her from a distance proves effective.

While Batman has won more times than not against Wonder Woman, the methods he's used have never been ideal plans for such a strong figher. Now, one Bat-Family member has taken on Wonder Woman with the perfect plan. Batgirl Cassamdra Cain has finally shown Batman how it should be done.

As of Birds of Prey #4 by Kelly Thompson and Leonardo Romero, the Birds are on the island of Themyscira to rescue Dinah's sister Sin from an evil being that wants to take over her body.

Warning! Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #7!

Birds of Prey #7 will introduce a new mission and a new team for Black Canary, with potential inclusion of Barbara Gordon as Batgirl. Someone has been conspiring against the Birds of Prey, and Dinah needs to assemble a new team to investigate. Bringing Barbara Gordon back to the Birds will help them figure out who's been plotting against them and is a major win for fans of the team.

The Birds of Prey are getting a brand-new line-up, and it will likely include original founder Barbara Gordon as Batgirl. This iconic DC team was first put together by Batgirl, Huntress, and Black Canary, but Dinah has lately been using the team to help save her sister Sin. When a new mission arises in 2024, Black Canary will need a new team to face it — and possibly Babs herself.

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After a brief explosion during the pandemic, the comics industry is undergoing an existential crisis. It faces tumultuous sales at local comic shops, and the creative malaise audiences felt this year in the superhero movie genre is well-reflected on the publishing side of Marvel and DC, the industry’s two biggest publishers. To say that most of the output from these companies lacks spark is to put it mildly.

Still, there were plenty of bright spots this year for the medium. While Mattel’s Barbie was a hit on the big screen, it was Hasbro’s Transformers comic that ruled the toy-inspired genre in print. And though Marvel’s actual comic books struggled creatively this year, a number of creators managed to craft moving and innovative stories inspired by Marvel (see: I Am Stan, a graphic novel biography of Stan Lee and The Super Hero’s Journey).

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Warning! Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #4!

Wonder Woman gets attacked by Big Barda, who nearly breaks her back in a move reminiscent of Batman's iconic back-breaking in Knightfall. Unlike Batman, Wonder Woman quickly recovers and gets back up to continue fighting. This demonstrates Wonder Woman's incredible strength and resilience, as she easily shakes off an attack that left Batman out of commission for months.

Wonder Woman's latest battle has resulted in an attack that will feel extremely familiar to fans of '90s Batman stories. The Birds of Prey have drawn the attention of Wonder Woman, and what results is a fight that mimics the iconic back-breaking of Batman — in more ways than one. Unlike Batman, though, Wonder Woman gets right back up again.

Wonder Woman gets a knee to the back in Birds of Prey #4 by Kelly Thompson and Leonardo Romero. The Birds of Prey had originally planned...

Black Canary outsmarts Batman by creating a contingency plan for Wonder Woman that actually works. Black Canary assembles a team to rescue her sister from Themyscira, using strategic tactics to battle through Amazons and Wonder Woman. Black Canary's plan focuses on distracting and holding back Wonder Woman, rather than killing her, making her a smarter and more effective strategist than Batman.

Warning: Spoilers for Birds of Prey #4!Black Canary of the Birds of Prey has done what Batman couldn't: come up with a contingency plan for Wonder Woman that actually works. Batman has struggled in the past to figure out a plan to stop Wonder Woman in a worst-case scenario. The closest Batman had to a contingency plan for Wonder Woman was disrespectful to her culture, and worse than that, wasn't even successful in his attempt.

Black Canary comes up with a smarter, more successful attempt in Birds of Prey #4 by Kelly Thompson,...

Warning! Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #3!

Wonder Woman is revealed to be the scariest member of the Justice League, with no exploitable weaknesses and the ability to become unstoppable when enraged. Despite being known as a warrior princess, Wonder Woman is an agent of peace who prefers to avoid violence if possible. The Birds of Prey's confrontation with Wonder Woman on Themyscira is bound to be terrifying for them, as she has every right to be angry with them for infiltrating her home.

Most fans might assume that Batman is the scariest member of the Justice League, but that's not actually true. It turns out the scariest member is actually Wonder Woman, as confirmed by her ally Black Canary.

Readers can see exactly how terrifying Wonder Woman can be in Birds of Prey #3 by Kelly Thompson, Leonardo Romero, Jordie Bellaire, and Clayton Cowles. This issue has Black Canary and...

DC Comics brings back beloved character Maps Mizoguchi to aid Batman in a new case at the Gotham Academy campus in February 2024. Maps Mizoguchi, a breakout star of the Gotham Academy series, continues to make appearances in the DC Universe and has a promising future as a Gotham hero. The return to Gotham Academy showcases DC's commitment to developing new stories and characters within the Gotham setting, including the legacy of Man-Bat and the rising star of Maps.

DC Comics returns to the much-beloved Gotham Academy campus in February 2024, where fan-favorite character Maps Mizoguchi will aid Batman on a new case. Alongside fellow student Tristan Grey, the "team" will attempt to uncover the twisted legacy of Kirk Langstrom — otherwise known as Man-Bat.

Gotham Academy returns to DC's pages in February's Batman: The Brave and the Bold #10, which is part of an anthology series featuring Batman and his many allies across the DC Universe.

Warning! Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #3!

Green Arrow manages to temporarily bring down Wonder Woman, despite her being one of the most powerful heroes in the Justice League. He uses magically enhanced arrows to turn her into a flock of butterflies. Wonder Woman's strength and speed far surpass Green Arrow's, and she has no real weaknesses. However, Green Arrow's surprising "defeat" makes narrative sense and slows her down. While Green Arrow could never truly stop Wonder Woman, his temporary victory shows how he is willing to face dangerous foes in order to protect his allies, like Black Canary.

Most fans are aware of classic Justice League match-ups like Batman vs. Superman, but very few characters could actually take down Wonder Woman. That's why it was so surprising that DC recently revealed that if push came to shove, Green Arrow could bring the Amazonian princess down — at least for a little while.

Harley Quinn's megalodon ride into Themyscira in Birds of Prey #3 shows her creative and stealthy skills that even Batman would envy. The team's trust in Harley pays off as they successfully infiltrate Themyscira undetected, a moment that earns Harley unexpected respect. Despite their successful entrance, the team attracts unwanted attention from Wonder Woman, setting up a thrilling showdown in Birds of Prey #4.

Warning: Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #3When it comes to stealthy (and disgusting) rides, Harley Quinn may have just put Batman to shame. While it would be hard for anyone in Gotham to come up with a cooler selection of vehicles than the Batmobile, Batcycle, Bat-Boat, Batwing, or Bat-Copter, to name a few, Harley's latest creative ride just did something that none of those machines could ever do.

Birds of Prey #3 by Kelly Thompson, Leonardo Romero, and Jordie Bellaire, sees the latest Birds of Prey team...

DC recently admitted that Cassandra Cain has truly earned the right to be Batman, with one villain acknowledging that she is already Batman in all but name. In Birds of Prey #3, King Shark's loyalty to the team is questioned, but he is motivated to protect Cassandra Cain because he states that every hero on Earth would come after him if any harm came to her. Cassandra Cain is the one character in the Bat-Family who consistently wants to be Batman, embodying Batman's core ideals, at times even more steadfastly than Bruce himself. She has made it clear that being Batman is the only thing she's ever wanted.

Warning! Contains Spoilers For Birds of Prey #3!

Batman has dozens of apprentices, and almost all of them have worn the cowl at one point or another, but DC recently admitted the one person who has truly earned it is none other than Cassandra Cain.

Cosplay photographer Pat Loika shares stunning Marvel and DC cosplays, bringing comic heroes to life in fun and creative ways. The edited photographs recreate comic covers, showcasing the abilities and personalities of the characters. These cosplays blend "real life" costuming and photography skills with iconic comic-book images, capturing the essence of each character.

A series of incredible cosplays has been shared by former comic artist and current photographer Pat Loika. Red Lantern, Siryn, Jean Grey, and Emma Frost are just a few of the characters seen in a social media post from the photographer. The match-ups and graphic designs are stunning, bringing each of the comic heroes from both Marvel and DC Comics to life in fun ways.

Pat Loika is an artist and photographer who specializes in cosplay photography. He has published several photography books that compile his work. In an Instagram post, he shared a series of photos...

Warning: Contains spoilers for Birds of Prey #2!

Harley Quinn brings in King Shark as a favor to help the Birds of Prey team get to the heavily-guarded island of Themyscira to rescue Black Canary's sister. King Shark's strength and abilities make him a valuable ally for the team, both in water and on land, and he is willing to fight alongside them if necessary. Black Canary is determined to do whatever it takes to rescue her sister, and she and the rest of the team are pulling out all the stops and calling in favors to accomplish their mission.

Black Canary managed to assemble a full Birds of Prey team to go after her missing sister, Sin, but that's only the beginning. To retrieve Canary's sister, they need to make it onto the ultra-guarded island of Themyscira. That's no small feat, but Harley Quinn wastes no time insisting...

DC Comics "Birds of Prey" #1, now available, is written by Kelly Thompson and illustrated by Leonardo Romero:

"...every mission matters. Every life saved is a miracle. But this time, it’s personal. 'Dinah Lance' is one of the most elite fighters, and combined with her sonic scream, she’s a fearsome foe in any scenario…but sometimes even the 'Black Canary' needs help.

"Faced with a personal mission brought to her by a mysterious new ally, and up against near-impossible odds...

"...she re-forms the 'Birds of Prey' with 'Cassandra Cain', 'Big Barda', 'Zealot' and 'Harley Quinn'. What could possibly go wrong? ..."

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