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Batman ‘89 creators unpack their return to the world of Keaton’s Dark Knight

With Batman ‘89 collected into a gorgeous hardcover this past August, Sam Hamm and Joe Quinones talk about revisiting the classic cinematic take on the Dark Knight.

Jan. 6, 2023 Sam Stone

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Mythology redefined: A look at Wonder Woman Historia

Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons has come to a close, completing one of the most ambitious and epic DC Black Label stories. Here’s how the story expands the Wonder Woman mythos.

Dec. 30, 2022 Sam Stone

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Members Access | Lee Bermejo reflects on his industry beginnings and acclaimed work

In a spotlight interview with Popverse, acclaimed comic book creator Lee Bermejo shares his origins breaking into the industry, reflects on his most popular works, and reveals details about Batman: Dear Detective

Dec. 23, 2022 Sam Stone

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Dark Crisis: Black Adam’s long road to bonafide superheroism

As Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths reaches its explosive finale, Black Adam steps up to save the day but how did the magical antihero reach this surprising role in the first place?

Dec. 22, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers | Darkest before Dawn: Dark Crisis and the Dawn of DC

Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths has concluded, opening up endless possibilities for the future of the DC Universe. Here’s how the crossover event sets the stage for the Dawn of DC.

Dec. 22, 2022 Sam Stone

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The coming of Magog: Behind the Kingdom Come villain’s shocking return

Alex Ross and Mark Waid’s classic Kingdom Come has its lethal antihero Magog resurface in the most unlikely place and closer to Superman than ever.

Dec. 21, 2022 Sam Stone

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Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #7: Joshua Williamson & Daniel Sampere unpack the crossover’s epic finale

With Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths complete, Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere explain the final issue’s big moments and how they stuck the landing with the crossover event.

Dec. 20, 2022 Sam Stone

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Light in the darkness: How Nightwing illuminates Dark Crisis

With Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths reaching its explosive climax, here’s how Nightwing stepped up to become the heart and soul of the DC Universe.

Dec. 20, 2022 Sam Stone

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Batman's heart of darkness: Mike Hawthorne talks reuniting with Chip Zdarsky on Batman

Fan-favorite artist Mike Hawthorne discusses his reunion with Chip Zdarsky to kick off a darkly surreal new story arc on the main Batman ongoing series.

Dec. 14, 2022 Sam Stone

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Caped crusaders: Batman and Spawn finally reunite

Batman and Spawn team up for a new adventure against the Court of Owls, but how do these two vengeance-fueled superheroes stack up with one another.

Dec. 13, 2022 Sam Stone

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Meredith Gran looks back on 15 years of Octopus Pie

Octopus Pie creator Meredith Gran reflects on the acclaimed webcomic series 15 years since its debut and looks ahead after launching her first video game Perfect Tides and its unique approach to immersive storytelling.

Dec. 9, 2022 Sam Stone

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Pulp fiction: Behind the return of Slam Bradley

DC’s original hero Slam Bradley returns in Gotham City: Year One. Here’s how the noir miniseries reevaluates the legacy of the hardboiled detective.

Dec. 6, 2022 Sam Stone

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How Midnighter & Apollo are called into Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths for the final battle

As WildStorm celebrates its 30th anniversary, the ultimate superhero power couple Apollo and Midnighter continue to carve out their well-deserved place in the DCU.

Dec. 5, 2022 Sam Stone

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The differences between Harley Quinn and Punchline, according to Batman

Punchline has launched an explosive rampage of her own around Gotham City. Here how she compares to Harley Quinn and why they’re due for a rematch.

Nov. 28, 2022 Sam Stone

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Dark Crisis: Young Justice’s return Is more self-aware than it appears

The Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths tie-in miniseries focusing on Young Justice comes to an end. Here’s how it speaks to the crossover and the wider DC fandom at large.

Nov. 15, 2022 Sam Stone

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Namor: Everything you need to know about Marvel's first character and the MCU's newest antihero

With Namor the Sub-Mariner's first MCU appearance in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, here’s everything you need to know about the character’s history and cinematic future

Nov. 14, 2022 Sam Stone

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Geoff Johns paints DC's New Golden Age line as a great murder mystery bridging the past, present, and future of DC Omniverse

With DC returning to the Golden Age for a Justice Society of America relaunch, Geoff Johns teases the endless possibilities this celebrated era of the DCU offers fans

Nov. 11, 2022 Sam Stone

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Legacy reforged: The WildC.A.T.s relaunch in the DCU

As the WildC.A.T.s relaunch with a new series set in the DCU, here’s a look at the evolution of the fan-favorite ‘90s superhero team.

Nov. 10, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers | Superman: The Man of Steel and his son have The Talk

With Jon and Clark Kent reunited at last, the two Supermen have a frank discussion about Jon’s sexual orientation in an overdue and honest father-son talk

Nov. 8, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | DC's Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #6: Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere tease a grand finale

Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths reaches its penultimate issue, with the fate of the DC Universe all hinging on the final, epic battle. Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere are here to highlight the issue’s big moments

Nov. 8, 2022 Sam Stone

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Batman/Joker: The Deadly Duo’s History of Team-Ups

Batman & the Joker: The Deadly Duo kicks off with the Dark Knight teaming up with his greatest enemy. Here’s a history of the two longtime enemies playing nice together.

Nov. 1, 2022 Sam Stone

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The Death of Superman: Dan Jurgens reflects on the event’s legacy with a new story

As DC celebrates the 30th anniversary of The Death of Superman with an oversized special reuniting its creative teams, Dan Jurgens reflects on the legacy of the iconic event.

Oct. 31, 2022 Sam Stone

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Selina’s Last Score: A Reflection on Catwoman: Lonely City

As the acclaimed DC Black Label miniseries Catwoman: Lonely City comes to an end, here’s how it reimagines the DC Universe and speaks to its core themes and characters.

Oct. 25, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Flashpoint Beyond: How Batman took the ultimate risk

As Flashpoint Beyond comes to an end, the miniseries gives Batman a cosmic memento that could significantly alter the course of multiple DC Universes

Oct. 19, 2022 Sam Stone

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Members Access | Ram V dishes on his comic book origins and evolution

In a spotlight interview, Eisner and Harvey Award-nominated comic book creator Ram V recounts how he started writing comics and reinvents himself throughout his career

Oct. 18, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #5: All the Shocking Twists Explained by Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere

The battle for the fate of the DC Multiverse takes shape as Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths continues. Creators Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere discuss the fifth issue’s big twists and turns.

Oct. 4, 2022 Sam Stone

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Robin: Tim Drake’s return is a long time coming

As Tim Drake steps back into the spotlight, headlining a new monthly comic book series, here’s a look back at the fan-favorite Robin’s complicated history.

Oct. 4, 2022 Sam Stone

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DC reveals the Joker's identity as Jack White (No, not that one) in surprising Flashpoint Beyond event

As Flashpoint Beyond reaches its penultimate issue, the miniseries may have just solved the age-old mystery of who the Joker really is

Oct. 3, 2022 Sam Stone

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Werewolf by Night: Everything you need to know about the terrifying Marvel hero ahead of his MCU debut

The Marvel Cinematic Universe is about to go full tilt horror with Werewolf by Night. Here’s what you need to know about the lycanthropic superhero.

Sept. 29, 2022 Sam Stone

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Why it hurts to be the Dark Knight

While Batman is one of the most iconic superheroes in the DC Universe, he pays a bloody price to fight against gods and monsters. Here’s why it hurts to be the Dark Knight.

Sept. 27, 2022 Sam Stone

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Superman: Phillip Kennedy Johnson unpacks the Man of Steel’s homecoming return to Earth

As Superman returns to Earth in the pages of Action Comics, Phillip Kennedy Johnson unpacks the latest developments for the Man of Steel and his family set to alter the course of Superman mythos.

Sept. 26, 2022 Sam Stone

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Nightwing's revealed secret identity raises a major superhero romance question

As Nightwing and Batgirl’s romantic relationship reaches a perilous crossroads, it raises a major question about the ongoing viability behind superhero romance.

Sept. 20, 2022 Sam Stone

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Alfred Pennyworth returns this week in DC's Batman books, and now we realize how much we missed him

Batman vs. Robin begins with the apparent return of Alfred Pennyworth. Here’s how the Wayne Family butler evolved into a father figure for the entire Bat-Family

Sept. 15, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Are the dark days of Pamela Isley finally coming to an end? Poison Ivy #4 hints at a hopeful future

Poison Ivy’s cross-country trip for self-discovery has led to a romantic entanglement away from Harley Quinn. Here's how this brief solved Ivy’s existential crisis

Sept. 9, 2022 Sam Stone

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Titans United: Bloodpact will blur the lines between hero and villain, and Titans TV show and comics

Cavan Scott reassembles DC’s young heroes for Titans United: Bloodpact, teasing what readers can expect from the new comic book miniseries

Sept. 7, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #4: All the twists and turns explained by Joshua Williamson

As Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths hits its halfway point, Joshua Williamson unpacks the shocking development from the DC event’s fourth issue

Sept. 6, 2022 Sam Stone

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Wonder Woman: The growing legacy of DC’s Amazon superhero

How DC made Wonder Woman a legacy hero

Aug. 30, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Black Lightning and the crisis of conscience inside the Lex Luthor White House

A controversial moment from Black Lightning’s history is revisited, with his tacit support of President Lex Luthor. Here’s why Jefferson Pierce agreed to fall in behind Superman’s nemesis.

Aug. 30, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Tangled up in green: How Ram V and Mike Perkins reinvented DC's Swamp Thing

The Swamp Thing comes to a close, as a new hero claims the elemental powers of the Green. Here’s how Ram V and Mike Perkins’ run altered the Swamp Thing mythos forever.

Aug. 25, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | The secret history of DC's Arkham Asylum (and the Arkham family) revealed in Batman's new Detective Comics run opener

Ram V and Rafael Albuquerque’s run on Detective Comics begins with shocking revelations about Gotham City’s most infamous family, the Arkhams

Aug. 23, 2022 Sam Stone

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A bloody puzzle: Inside the DC reinvention of the Riddler from new Batman one-shot

As Batman’s greatest foes are reimagined by DC’s One Bad Day specials, The Riddler receives a particularly terrifying makeover

Aug. 17, 2022 Sam Stone

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How Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero fits in the larger story of the franchise

A primer to help casual Dragon Ball fans understand Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero’s placement in the franchise

Aug. 17, 2022 Sam Stone

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Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #3 spoilers: All the shocking twists explained by Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere

As Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths expands its reach to the cosmic corners of the DC Universe, Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere unpack the third issue’s twists and big reveals.

Aug. 9, 2022 Sam Stone

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Eternity: The balance of power in the MCU has just shifted forever

One of the most omnipotent figures in the Marvel Cinematic Universe is Eternity. Here’s everything you need to know about the cosmic entity.

Aug. 9, 2022 Sam Stone

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SPOILERS! | DC's Clockwork Killer revealed as classic Batman family member [REDACTED] as Flashpoint Beyond enters final act

Flashpoint Beyond’s gruesome murder mystery Is solved

Aug. 2, 2022 Sam Stone

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Black Adam, the DCU’s most complicated antihero, unveils an heir to his bloody legacy

While Black Adam may be coming to the big screen, the magical antihero has selected as successor to take his mantle into a radically new direction.

July 19, 2022 Sam Stone

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New Champion of Shazam creators tease new future for Mary Marvel

New Champion of Shazam creators Josie Campbell and Evan “Doc” Shaner catapult Mary Shazam into the spotlight in a comic book series that gives the fan-favorite character her just due.

July 18, 2022 Sam Stone

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Dark Crisis: Tom King and Chris Burnham offer a spoilerly peek into Superman’s prison

As the truth behind the Justice League’s twisted imprisonment in Dark Crisis is revealed, Tom King and Chris Burnham detail Superman’s twisted role in the crossover.

July 15, 2022 Sam Stone

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Move Over, Super-Sons: There’s a New Dynamic Duo in the DCU

While Jon Kent and Damian Wayne may be the DC Universe’s Super-Sons, the DCU’s next World’s Finest is quickly shaping up to be Jon and Nightwing instead

July 13, 2022 Sam Stone

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Milestones in History: Denys Cowan & Reginald Hudlin shine a light on real-world heroes

With Milestone Media’s relaunch continuing to gain momentum, the publisher heads Denys Cowan and Reginald Hudlin discuss their long-planned anthology project Milestones in History.

July 13, 2022 Sam Stone

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Catwoman: Tini Howard Sets Up Selina for a New Big Score

As Tini Howard crafts a new future for Catwoman, she reveals her own personal connection to Selina Kyle and teases big plans for the iconic master thief in Gotham City.

July 13, 2022 Sam Stone

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Justice Society: Getting to know the JSA for DC's Black Adam film

Inside the seminal history of the world's first major superhero team, the JSA

July 11, 2022 Sam Stone

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A guide to Hercules: Could this mythical hero be the MCU’s next big thing?

The Marvel Universe has plenty of superhero gods and Hercules is poised to become its next big thing. Here’s a full history of the Olympian Avenger.

July 8, 2022 Sam Stone

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DC’s Latest Batman era kicks off with a shocking death... or does it?

As Chip Zdarsky and Jorge Jimenez take the helm on Batman, they kick off their run with a major death. However, things may not quite be all that they appear

July 6, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Dark Crisis #2: all the issues shocking twists & turns explained by Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere

Dark Crisis takes a brutally explosive turn with its second issue and creators Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere walk readers through its big fight

July 5, 2022 Sam Stone

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Looking back on the irreverent brilliance of Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen

Matt Fraction and Steve Lieber have returned to the wonderfully weird world of Jimmy Olsen. Here’s how their past collaboration made Superman’s pal comedically postmodern

June 30, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Inside the wedding of Batman and Catwoman

Batman and Catwoman have finally tied the knot. Here's how Gotham City’s favorite couple has been heading this way for a long time

June 28, 2022 Sam Stone

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Superman and Batman’s latest team-up strategy has a strange history

Batman/Superman: World’s Finest has its own surprising twist on a classic DC Comics character as the Dark Knight and Man of Steel literally join forces to save the day

June 23, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Dark Crisis: Is DC teasing an ominous repeat of history for the Flash?

The DC Universe faces a world without the Justice League as Dark Crisis begins and the Flash leads a crucial mission that could turn the tide for the heroes.

June 21, 2022 Sam Stone

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Batman: The Dark Knight’s untold history with Joe Chill, the man who murdered his parents

The most traumatic figure in Bruce Wayne’s life has an untold history with Batman. Here’s the evolving history of Joe Chill

June 20, 2022 Sam Stone

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Tim Drake: Charting (and celebrating) Robin and the evolution of his sexual identity

Tim Drake is one of the most popular, pivotal characters to hold the mantle of Robin. Here’s how the DC superhero evolved and embraced his true self

June 17, 2022 Sam Stone

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Scott Snyder: a comprehensive guide to his creator-owned work

Scott Snyder is one of the most acclaimed comic book creators working in the industry today. Here is a complete bibliography of his creator-owned projects

June 14, 2022 Sam Stone

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Dark Crisis creators Joshua WIlliamson and Daniel Sampere get spoiler-y about the first issue, the first scene, and that shocking last page

As Dark Crisis sweeps across the DC Universe, comic book creators Joshua Williamson and Daniel Sampere unpack the crossover event’s explosive opening issue.

June 10, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers | Deathstroke's grudge against the Teen Titans reignited with deadly effect in Dark Crisis #1

Dark Crisis is finally here and Deathstroke leads the Secret Society of Super-Villains to draw first blood against the heroes. Here’s the story behind his renewed vendetta.

June 8, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Dark Crisis #1 spoilers: a new Justice League rises from the ashes of 'The Death of the Justice League'

With Dark Crisis opening in a world without the Justice League, Jon Kent scrambles to form his own superhero team. Here’s who accepts the Man of Steel’s call to arms and who turns him down.

June 7, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spider-Woman: Everything you need to know about Jessica Drew

The original Spider-Woman, Jessica Drew, is poised to make her debut on the big screen. Here’s everything you need to know about the high-flying Marvel super hero, how she emerged from the shadow of Spider-Man, and what we know so far about her upcoming cinematic debut.

June 4, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | How Deathstroke's big change from Shadow War impacts his Dark Crisis role

With Deathstroke enduring lethal changes during the recent storyline Shadow War, Slade Wilson has gained a sinister new motivation heading into Dark Crisis.

June 3, 2022 Sam Stone

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Martha Kent and her vital role in the Superhero mythos

Superman got his moral compass and sense of compassion from his parents, with Martha Kent finally getting her just due.

June 2, 2022 Sam Stone

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Stan Sakai shares his passion for Usagi Yojimbo and Netflix's Samurai Rabbit

The prolific Stan Sakai talks about designing broccoli and making heroes for Usagi Yojimbo and the Netflix spinoff, Samurai Rabbit

May 31, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spider-Man 2099: A guide to Marvel Comics' cyberpunk superhero

The cyberpunk world of Marvel 2099 has its own Spider-Man, with Miguel O’Hara as his world’s webslinging hero. With the character set to play a major role in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, here’s everything you need to know about the futuristic superhero.

May 26, 2022 Sam Stone

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Jeehyung Lee delves into our own individual Hells in Gumaa: The Beginning of Her

Gumaa: JeeHyung Lee launches his supernatural horror story

May 25, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Meet Duo, the new Milestone/DC superhero who might change your view on couples bonding

For fans of Xombi, you will like Duo

May 23, 2022 Sam Stone

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Spoilers! | Batman: Arkham game fans might see some eerie similarities in this week's Flash

Comics' Warden Wolfe is taking a page from Batman: Arkham's Warden Sharpe

May 19, 2022 Sam Stone

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Batman: The Animated Series villain Red Claw makes her DC Comics debut on 20th anniversary

Selina Kyle welcomes Red Claw to the DCU in Catwoman #43

May 18, 2022 Sam Stone

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Rest easy, here's what you need to know about That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

Everything you need to know about the light novel-turned-manga-turned anime hit That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime

May 18, 2022 Sam Stone