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Amanda Waller is on the loose and if DC's younger Superman wants any chance of finding her, he and his friends are going to have to work together with a fan-favorite team. DC's younger generation of heroes went through hell in Absolute Power, and with an unexpected jailbreak, things are about to get a lot worse.

As DC Comics looks ahead to the new year, the publisher revealed that Nicole Maines (Suicide Squad: Dream Team) and Stephen Segovia (Moon Knight) are teaming up for DC's new limited series, Secret Six. The new series follows Jon, his partner, Jay Nakamura, and Dreamer, who discover that Amanda Waller has somehow escaped from her cell.

With Waller in the wind and some of the most important secrets locked away in her mind, the trio of young heroes has no choice but to team up with three villains from Waller's past: Secret Six members Deadshot,...

Warning: Spoilers for Absolute Power #4!For nearly four decades, Amanda Waller has run the Suicide Squad with an iron fist, ruthlessly executing countless ne'er-do-wells under her command with her signature brain bombs. As Absolute Power concludes, however, Waller receives a taste of her own medicine in a deliciously ironic way - albeit one with sinister implications for one of DC's brightest heroes new heroes.

Absolute Power #4 by Mark Waid, Dan Mora, Alejandro Snchez, and Ariana Maher brings DC's Absolute Power crossover event to a dramatic conclusion with the destruction of Task Force VII and Amanda Waller's capture. Waking up as a prisoner in her own Belle Reve facility, Waller is confronted by the unlikeliest of heroes: Dreamer.

Dreamer not only reveals that she has used her powers to block Waller's inside knowledge of the superhero community but also insinuates that she's left a psychic bomb in Waller's mind should Waller re-learn too much,...

DC Comics’ Absolute Power event could be the crossover of the year. Considering what Marvel Comics did during Fall of X, that really says a lot. But it's true; readers saw amazing fights, the evolution of characters, and the fall of “The Wall” (Amanda Waller).

Now that the crossover is over, let’s take this opportunity to reflect on it, specifically looking at the winners and losers of this incredible comic book event.

The Suicide Squad Amanda Waller character art. Courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures Amanda Waller: Winner

Amanda Waller may have lost, but she’s a winner. It’s been a while since any human person has tested the superhero community like she did. The only other people who have are The Batman Who Laughs and Lex Luthor. Sure, she’s in Belle Reve and can’t remember the secrets she learned, but that’s temporary.

When she escapes,...

Warning: contains spoilers for Absolute Power #4!

I cannot believe Identity Crisis, DCs controversial 2004 blockbuster, is making a sneaky comeback into the modern DC Universe. 20 years ago, comic fans were held spellbound by Identity Crisis as they tried to guess the killers identity. Identity Crisis was not without controversy on many levels, primarily among them the ethics of mind-wiping villains. Now, in Absolute Power #4, the shadow of Identity Crisis rears its head once again.

Absolute Power #4 is written by Mark Waid and drawn by Dan Mora. Amanda Waller, whose campaign to destroy Earths heroes has been thwarted, awakens to find herself in a cell in Belle Reve. Dreamer, who had once been in Wallers pocket, confronts Waller. Waller scoffs at her situation, telling Dreamer she can bribe her way out with all the intelligence she has gathered about heroes. Dreamer then challenges Waller to recall where the Batcave isand she cannot.

Joker: Folie à Deux premiered yesterday to a largely negative response from both critics and fans. The film received a “D” CinemaScore, marking the lowest rating for any superhero movie. On Rotten Tomatoes, it currently sits at a dismal 33% approval rating from both critics and audiences.

Surprisingly, every time I check the score, it seems to be dropping further, officially earning the title of “certified rotten.” The box office outlook is bleak, as the film only grossed $7 million in pre-release screenings, which is lower than the first installment, especially concerning given that it had three times the budget of the original, now reported at $200 million.

The negative reception largely stems from the film being a musical with a confusing storyline. Despite both Lady Gaga and Todd Phillips insisting that it is not a musical, it undeniably is, and unfortunately, it fails to deliver.

With James Gunn and Peter Safran currently...

Warning: Contains Potential Spoilers for Absolute Power #4!

A former Suicide Squad membersoon to become a Justice League herohas just revealed that she is essentially unkillable, making her the most invulnerable hero in the DC Universe and putting all other healing factors to shame. But that's not her only newly revealed ability; she has also debuted another power that makes her one of the most dangerous characters in the Dcu.

Mark Waid and Dan Moras Absolute Power #4 concludes the summer crisis event with the Dcu heroes emerging victorious over Amanda Waller. The finale is packed with moments ranging from shocking to downright kickass, but one moment stands out as bothNia Dreamer Nals return from the dead to punch Waller in the face.

Fans following the event will remember Dreamers apparent death in an explosion at the Fortress of Solitude in Absolute Power #2, where she sacrificed herself so the other heroes could escape.

During the DC Comics crossover Absolute Power, Amanda Waller made the world think heroes were committing crimes worldwide. Then, her Task Force VII stole powers from heroes and villains across Earth Prime and kept them for themselves. To make things worse, Waller was helped by Oliver Queen (Green Arrow) and Batman’s android, Failsafe. Of course, the heroes eventually fought back. With Nightwing leading, the heroes attacked Waller and took their planet back.

Now that the series is over, here's everything you need to know about the finale of Absolute Power and how it affects DC Comics.

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It was obvious that Green Arrow wasn’t a traitor, but there were times when it looked like he believed in Waller’s mission. There was a reason for that. J'onn J'onzz put an implant in Oliver’s...

“Superhero fatigue” is a nebulous concept that for at least a decade now has cropped up whenever a blockbuster comic book movie underperforms — or flops. But in the last two years, as disappointment has become a new normal for DC and even mighty Marvel, so too have claims that superhero fatigue has finally set in.

With two exceptions, every superhero film released since the start of 2023 has disappointed. None have topped $400 million domestic box office or $1 billion globally, with “Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3” and “Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse” coming closest and delivering solid box office totals. Three films failed to reach $100 million domestically, with “Shazam: Fury of the Gods” barely tipping over $50 million.

Then came Marvel Studios’ “Deadpool & Wolverine.”

Critics weren’t kind to the threequel, but those reviews didn’t matter to audiences. It debuted this week to a record-shattering $438 million global box office, the highest...

Absolute Power corrupts absolutely.

That statement almost always holds true in the real world but not often in the world of mainstream superheroes, especially those published by DC Comics. No matter how bleak things get, the denizens of the DC Universe can always look up in the sky to find Superman, their shining beacon of hope.

That is, until Absolute Power, the new DC crossover event from the all-star comics team of writer Mark Waid and artist Dan Mora, shoots Superman through the heart. To make matters worse, the Justice League has disbanded, leaving Earth without its greatest heroes.

“I really expected Absolute Power to be a Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman story,” Waid admits to Den of Geek. “And instead, it became very much a book about a bunch of different heroes, [including] Dreamer, Jon Kent, and Nightwing.”

Waid is an award-winning industry veteran who initially worked at DC Comics as...

Dreamer forms a powerful bond with Bizarro. Dreamer's addition to the Outlaws could revolutionize the team with her powerful abilities. Suicide Squad: Dream Team #4 is available now from DC Comics.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #4!After a few years away, it's time for Red Hood to bring his Outlaws team back together and include one powerful new hero. Jason Todd made a name for himself with his unique band of outsider heroes. As one mighty hero rises, a place on Red Hood's team could be the perfect place for them.

In Suicide Squad: Dream Team #4 by Nicole Maines and Eddy Barrows, Dreamer has been captured by Task Force X and is being hauled back on a plane to Gamorra to rejoin Amanda Waller. While in the team's clutches, Dreamer makes a heartfelt appeal to Superman's backward clone, Bizarro.

Dreamer's words get through to Bizarro, who attacks his...

Amanda Waller believes the ends justify the means, and she is not above using brutal methods to save the world. Waller's history of personal loss drives her to create the Suicide Squad to protect people the government otherwise wouldn't protect. Waller's ultimate goal is to gain total control over Earth and strip superpowers from its inhabitants, believing it's for the greater good.

There are tons of dangerous and maniacal villains in the DC Universe, but Suicide Squad founder Amanda Waller has always been one of the more complicated ones. Waller isn't seeking domination over Earth just to have it, she truly believes that the ends justify the means. This is why she's created teams such as Task Force X. While her methods are brutal, Waller might just be the hero DC needs.

Readers get to see Waller's ultimate reasoning in Suicide Squad: Dream Team #4 by Nicole Maines and Eddy Barrows.

Superman's evil counterpart inspired Waller to target metahumans across Earth-3, leading to a new crusade against these powerful beings. Brainiac supported Waller's plan to eliminate metahumans by providing resources and backing her initiative to rid Earth of their presence. Waller's manipulation of heroes like Green Arrow and Dreamer, along with the creation of the Brainiac Queen, reveal her ruthless pursuit of power.

After months of teasing the event of the season, Absolute Power is here and it promises to rock the DC Universe. After a year and a half since the Dawn of DC began, the initiative is finally coming to a close with a story sure to make a huge impact among DC's greatest heroes.

But before readers dive headfirst into first issue of Absolute Power, there's a few things they may want to know. What events gave way to this dramatic story? And what does the future hold...

Wonder Woman, Supergirl, and Zatanna receive powerful armor upgrades in Dan Mora and Mark Waid's Absolute Power series. Issue #2 focuses on the aftermath of Amanda Waller's total victory of depowering the Dcu's metahumans. Cybernetic armor upgrades might give DC heroines the edge in the battle against Amanda Waller and the Trinity of Evil.

DCs most powerful heroines, including Wonder Woman, Supergirl, and Zatanna, have received a major armor upgrade in official art for DCs summer blockbuster event, Absolute Power. While these cybernetic costume enhancements may initially appear to be just eye candy for readers, there's a strong possibility that these new suits hint at a significant plot point in the series.

On sale August 7, 2024, is the second installment of Dan Mora and Mark Waids Absolute Power series. This issue pits DCs greatest heroes against the Trinity of EvilAmanda Waller, Failsafe, and Brainiac Queenin a battle that will determine...

Dreamer proves she's a Justice League-level powerhouse by defending Parthas with her precognition and energy blasts. Task Force X targets Dreamer to join them, but her skills knock out extremists and rival heroes alike. Dreamer's unique powers, like traveling through dreams, could be a valuable asset to a future Justice League team.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3!Arrowverse fans can take comfort in the fact that Dreamer is finally showcasing herself to be a Justice League-level powerhouse. Nia Nal has been blackmailed into joining the Suicide Squad by threatening her home, the alien community Parthas. But Dreamer's defense of the refugees shows just how powerful the hero has become.

In Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3 by Nicole Maines, Eddy Barrows and Jos Luis, Task Force X is on the road, searching for Dreamer. Amanda Waller has leaked the location of Parthas to the world, making it vulnerable to anti-alien extremists.

The Justice League faces betrayal by a mysterious figure with Cyborg-like traits in Absolute Power #2. Amanda Waller's alliance with the Brainiac Queen leads to a surprise assault on the Fortress of Solitude. Cyborg's could very well be the traitor suggested in Absolute Power #2's solicitation.

The Justice League is about to be betrayed by one of their own and the possible identity of this traitor could have huge effects on the DC Universe. The event Absolute Power is drawing near and Amanda Waller is about to launch a powerful attack on the world's metahuman population.

A glimpse at the upcoming event reveals some surprising details about Absolute Power. Between new alliances and unexpected developments, fans are in for an action-packed month. But a curious solicitation hints that one hero is suddenly turning against their pals and it could be trouble for the Justice League and the entire DC Universe.

Amanda Waller reveals she can't sacrifice Dreamer, a valuable asset with precognitive abilities and fighting skills. Waller blackmails Dreamer into helping with her plans against metahumans, as Dreamer's visions provide crucial information. With Absolute Power on the horizon, Waller refuses to let go of Dreamer, who remains one of the squad's most valuable members.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3!The person running the Suicide Squad has finally revealed that there's someone in the DC Universe she just can't sacrifice. In her years running Task Force X, Amanda Waller has burned through a number of metahumans and super-powered criminals. But even she can't bring herself to intentionally destroy one powerful asset.

In Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3 by Nicole Maines, Eddy Barrows and Jos Luis, Deadeye leads the team on a recovery mission. Their teammate Dreamer has run off to protect the alien community Parthas and Amanda Waller...

DC's heroes form an underground resistance against the "Trinity of Evil" at Superman's Fortress of Solitude in August's Absolute Power offerings. The Justice League faces betrayal and new threats while battling Amanda Waller's army in Absolute Power #2. August's highlight is the Absolute Power event, with more challenges for DC heroes in tie-in issues like Batman and Wonder Woman.

As the DC Universe faces a major threat from the Trinity of Evil, the remainder of the Justice League steps up to form a first-of-its-kind underground resistance this August. DC's blockbuster Absolute Power event may kick off in July, but the action truly heats up in the saga's second full month. Keep reading for Screen Rant's reading order for Absolute Power's August line-up.

DC has revealed new details and thrilling cover art for the second full month of Absolute Power. The story's main happenings take place in the Absolute Power...

Bizarro's tragic reason for joining Suicide Squad is to feel like a hero despite Waller's manipulations. The new recruit Dreamer reluctantly joins the Squad, unknowingly bringing chaos to an island nation. Bizarro's misguided attempt at heroism will lead to absolute power for Amanda Waller, darkening the DC Universe.

Warning! Preview pages for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3 ahead!One of the mightiest recruits in Suicide Squad's history is revealing the tragic reason he decided to work for the infamous team. Amanda Waller has had to blackmail and threaten hundreds of super-villains over the years. But Bizarro is more than ready to follow her orders for one incredibly tragic reason.

In a preview for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #3 by Nicole Maines, Eddy Barrows, and Jos Lus, new recruit Dreamer is on the run and the Squad is in a van tracking her down. Amid the bickering between the team,...

The Justice League faces a devastating defeat as Amanda Waller's power grows in Free Comic Book Day 2024: Absolute Power Special Edition # Amanda Waller's plan to eliminate metahumans is in motion, with the Justice League facing their toughest challenge yet. Fans can expect a bleak future for the Justice League as Waller's Task Force VII hunts down every metahuman in sight.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Free Comic Book Day 2024: Absolute Power Special Edition #1!A shocking scene from DC Comics' Free Comic Book Day special reveals that the Justice League is about to suffer its worst defeat yet. Absolute Power may be months away, but fans are already getting a glimpse to what lies ahead later this year.

Amanda Waller has been tirelessly working toward getting rid of metahumans and she's on the precipice of getting everything she wants. Thanks to backroom deals, extortion, and careful planning, Waller has...

Warning! Contains spoilers for Batman #147!

Damian Wayne defeats Amanda Waller's strike team, showcasing his superior combat skills at a young age. Amanda Waller handpicked elite soldiers to face Batman, only to be surprised by Damian's victory. Damian's League of Assassins training sets him apart as one of the best-trained Robins with Batman-level abilities.

When Amanda Waller created a squad to take down Batman, there's no doubt she picked the best of the best, and yet, it was only one Robin who beat them: Damian Wayne. Amanda Waller runs the Suicide Squad with an iron fist and knows exactly what members to send on a mission to get the results she wants, meaning Damian can definitely take her on alone and win.

After Zur-En-Arrh's Batman takes over Gotham City, Amanda Waller decides to prod him and see just how far he's willing to go. To achieve this, she sends...

Waller recruits Dreamer for a mission involving a deadly vision of the future in Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1. Absolute Power will see Waller's plan to kill heroes unfold, with Dreamer's precog abilities revealing the impending carnage. The Earth's metahumans face a grim fate in DC's next big event, as Dreamer's vision hints at numerous dead heroes.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1!Months before DC Comics' next big event Absolute Power debuts, the publisher has let fans know what they can expect to happen. The Suicide Squad's latest recruit has seen the DC Universe's future and unfortunately, it may already be too late for the heroes to save the world this time.

In Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1 by Nicole Maines and Eddy Barrows, Amanda Waller has created a new incarnation of Task Force X centered around Nia Nal aka Dreamer. Using Dreamer's power to travel through the Dream Realm,...

Warning: Spoilers for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1 ahead!

Waller turbocharges the Suicide Squad with Dreamer and Clock King ahead of the Absolute Power event. Dreamer's precognitive abilities combined with Clock King's timing make them formidable. Waller's manipulation of Dreamer and Clock King sets the Suicide Squad on a path to total control.

As DC ramps toward its Absolute Power event, Amanda Waller has wasted no time in turbocharging the roster of her Suicide Squad. While the Squad usually consists of whichever misfits or criminals Waller can get her hands on, this time around she's prepared to unleash total control by combining Dreamer's powers with Clock King's formidable abilities.

Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1 by Nicole Maines and Eddy Barrows picks up after Waller successfully blackmails Dreamer into working for her during the events of Beast World. While Dreamer uses her powers to transport a team of Suicide Squad regulars through the Dreamscape,...

Dreamer's powers are used by Amanda Waller to pursue her own goals in Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1. Waller's manipulation pushes Dreamer into a dangerous mission that leads to dark visions of the future. This unique start to the comic series sets the stage for Absolute Power, highlighting Waller's monstrous ambition.

Warning! Spoilers ahead for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1!The Suicide Squad is back and a countdown has begun to the next big chapter of the DC Universe with Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1. Since the Dawn of DC began, Amanda Waller has been meticulously planning her greatest move yet, but the Wall's got a few more steps before she can see it through.

Fortunately, Waller has a brand-new asset she recently acquired during the chaos of "Beast World". The precog hero Dreamer takes center stage in the latest version of the Suicide Squad in a story that...

DC announces its 2024 DC Pride lineup with various LGBTQ+ heroes, creators, and special one-shots. Phil Jimenez writes an autobiographical story in DC Pride 2024 #1, a full anthology with the theme of "journeys and destinations." In addition to the annual anthology, DC offers variant covers, a special one-shot for Rachel Pollack, and more.

Another year has passed, and DC Comics has officially announced its 2024 line-up for its award-winning DC Pride series. Launching with a new anthology at the end of May, DC will be celebrating its LGBTQ+ heroes and creators throughout June with special one-shots, a variant cover series, and more — all listed below.

DC Comics has announced the full line-up for the publisher's Pride offerings, which celebrate its queer heroes, villains, and creators. As always, the centerpiece of DC's Pride month is its annual and award-winning anthology. DC Pride 2024 #1, organized around the theme of "journeys and destinations," features a massive range of characters and creators,...

Amanda Waller recruits Dreamer to lead the new Task Force X in the Suicide Squad miniseries Dream Team by Nicole Maines. The Squad will enter the Dream Realm on a special ops mission, with Dreamer's unique abilities playing a crucial role. Dreamer's connection to the Dream Realm, Naltorian powers, and Amanda Waller's grand plan all set the stage for intriguing developments.

Warning! Contains a preview for Suicide Squad: Dream Team #1The Suicide Squad meets the Arrowverse when Dreamer is recruited by Amanda Waller to lead the latest iteration of Task Force X. The four-issue miniseries Suicide Squad: Dream Team is written by Nicole Maines, who originated the role of Dreamer aka Nia Nal in season 4 of the CW’s Supergirl. Maines has written several stories starring her character for DC Comics, but Dream Team marks her debut as a series writer for the publisher.

DC has released a preview for...

Welcome to this week’s review of Impact Wrestling, which this week follows up not only the UK tour but also last week’s Turning Point PPV (even though this week’s show was taped before both – hence Shelley wrestling in the main event). Let’s get into the review…

Match #1: Tasha Steelz def. Deonna Purrazzo The following is courtesy of impactwrestling.com:

After being unable to dethrone Mk Ultra as Knockouts World Tag Team Champions, the alliance between Deonna Purrazzo and Tasha Steelz implodes! Steelz gains the early advantage with a head scissors takedown. Purrazzo ties her up, then delivers a dropkick to the ribs. They go counter for counter and both Knockouts are down following a double clothesline. Purrazzo hits a side Russian leg sweep, then locks in the Fujiwara Armbar. Steelz fights free and locks in her own version of the Venus de Milo. Purrazzo transitions...

DC announces major stories for 2024 featuring Amanda Waller, Brainiac, and Zur-En-Arrh, promising a major impact on the Dcu. Waller's master plan begins in Titans: Beast World, culminating in the 2024 launch of Suicide Squad: Dream Team and spilling into the pages of Batman. The "Trinity of Evil" - Waller, Brainiac, and Zur-En-Arrh - will bring excitement and major consequences to the DC Universe in 2024, showcasing a bright future for DC Comics.

The Dcu is about to get a lot more dangerous as the "Trinity of Evil" stars in major stories across the DC Comics line in 2024. The Dawn of DC story continues into the new year as Amanda Waller, Brainiac, and the Batman of Zur-En-Arrh launch major attacks against the heroes of the DC Universe.

DC has announced major stories for 2024 starring three of the Dcu's most nefarious villains: Amanda Waller, Brainiac, and the Batman of Zur-En-Arrh. These stories are...

Amanda Waller is expanding her villainous role in the Dcu and will be the focus of the new series Suicide Squad: Dream Team set to launch in March 2024. Waller is targeting Dreamer, a breakout character with alien powers connected to dreaming, and will reveal some of her plans in upcoming issues Titans: Beast World Tour - Metropolis #1 and Action Comics #1060. The inclusion of Dreamer as the center of Waller's plans showcases DC's commitment to highlighting diverse characters and their powers in the new era of superhero storytelling.

The Suicide Squad is officially returning to the DC Universe, and Amanda Waller is eager to recruit one of DC's most powerful new heroes: Dreamer. DC has announced Suicide Squad: Dream Team, a new series with a mysterious new cast set to launch in March 2024.

DC has revealed a few tantalizing details about Amanda Waller's plans as part of the "Trinity of Evil" announcement.

Marvel has finally revealed exciting new details about the debut of Doctor Doom's personal X-Men team, a group of Latverian mutant heroes who will be introduced in the upcoming X-Men #29 during Krakoa's ongoing Fall of X era. The powerful Doctor Doom is a fierce protector of his Latverian realm, so it is no surprise that he has been secretly preparing a team of mutants to defend his precious homeland.

As the X-Men's historic fall continues, a new team of Latverian mutants rises up, with Marvel's preview for X-Men #29 revealing that Doom has been in communication with Xavier about his mutant team for a while now, using a Doom-Cerebro to communicate with the now-exiled mutant leader.

X-Men #29, from writer Gerry Duggan and artists Joshua Cassara and Guru-eFX, will see Krakoa's X-Men team battling the newly debuted team of Latverian X-Men. Check out the preview pages for X-Men...

This article contains spoilers for "Yellowjackets" season 2.

While the promise of mysteries, criminal activity, cannibalism, and a story of survival may have gotten most "Yellowjackets" viewers in the door, it has been the complex, fascinating characters that keep folks coming back each week. The major characters of Shauna, Taissa, Natalie, Misty, Lottie, and Van have given us two different timelines to become our beloved favorites, but there are plenty of supporting characters that audiences can't get enough of, and I'm not just talking about their teammates in the cabin.

It's sincerely impressive that "Yellowjackets," a show that prioritizes the stories of women above all else, managed to make a legion of fans (many of whom are queer) become obsessively protective of Shauna's himbo wifeguy Jeff (Warren Kole). And of course, who could forget the consistent comedic relief that comes from a character like Randy (Jeff Holman), the words of wisdom...

Two more speedsters are making tracks for The Flash‘s final season — one superfriend, and one fiendish foe.

Series vets John Wesley Shipp and Teddy Sears are both set to appear during Season 9, TVLine has learned exclusive, reprising their respective roles as Jay Garrick and Hunter Zolomon (aka Zoom).

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