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Comic Book News

Review: Convergence #0

DC Comics latest event kicks off today with Convergence #0, which promises: “Everything matters. Every story matters.” 

The issue follows Superman as he is transported to a universe between universes by Brainiac where he finds himself lost among many alternate versions of Metropolis.

The issue is heavy on exposition and is rather drawn out with a few pointless “Pow” punches here and there. The dialogue is spotty, and at times the panels don’t flow all that well. It’s also not the best art I’ve seen from Sciver.

The book is extremely overpriced at $5.00 as the issue could easily be toned down to a five-page story and made as a free prequel giveaway or some sort. You easily get more from Dan DiDio’s Convergence trailer than anything this issue provides.

The problem with the issue is it does little to get the reader excited for the main event title. For one, it’s only a Superman story, which in itself isn’t a bad thing, but since this is a prequel, just how much “Convergence” story can be told? And that is probably the reason why the issue feels so drawn out – it’s because they can’t tell much about Convergence, and it only focuses on Superman, who really just goes on and on about trying to get home while the different versions of Brainiac attempt an explanation, which comes up rather lacking. It would have been a much better read to use numerous DC characters (i.e. Justice League characters) to give teases for what’s to come in the main Convergence series that starts next week.

While we don’t give official star-ratings here at Cosmic Book News, if I had to, Convergence #0 would get a 2 out of 5 stars as the issue is a rather lackluster attempt at kicking off a big event series and can be considered anything but a must read – or a must buy. 

This one really doesn’t matter all that much.

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Comic Book News

Watch: DC Comics Convergence Trailer With Dan DiDio

Are you lost in regards to what DC’s Convergence event is all about (or Marvel’s Secret War‘s for that matter)?

Well, DC co-publisher Dan DiDio has you covered in the above Convergence trailer.

DiDio goes over what Convergence is all about including teases for what’s to come.

Covergence kicks off next week with Convergence #0, and then the event officially starts with the first issue written by veteran television writer Jeff King on April 8th.

This is it! The entire DC Universe, from the dawn of time through The New 52, must fight to survive against a threat that bends the Multiverse to its will. Your favorite characters from every era and every forgotten series are all here! But are you going to say hello again just to say goodbye forever? The stakes have never been higher as the heroes of Crisis, Zero Hour, Elseworlds, and more are brought together for Convergence!

In the first issue of this weekly series, Brainiac has collected cities of doomed and forgotten worlds, who must battle each other – and the losers will be destroyed! But why is he forcing this conflict? Join the refugees from Earth-2 as they unlock the truth behind this world that exists outside time and space and is very much alive! Is Brainiac really in control – or is this planet named Telos an unparalleled force of evil?

This extra-sized issue is packed with twists and turns and appearances you NEVER thought you’d see – including the heroes from the hit series INJUSTICE!

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Spoiler: Death in DC's Future's End #46
Comic Book News

Spoiler: Death in DC’s Future’s End #46

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This week has seen plenty of “death” in the world of comics, some in print and others on screen.

Both Aiden and Noah were literally torn apart on AMC’s, The Walking Dead. Cisko payed the ultimate price for being too curious on the CW’s, The Flash. Marvel bumped off Falcon’s longtime friend and partner, Redwing, in the pages of All-New Captain America #5; and TMNT fans shed a tear as their favorite “techy,” Donatello, got smashed into oblivion in this week’s, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #44!

Not to be left behind, DC, let the Joker – albeit a Brother Eye inhanced Joker/Batman amalgam from the future – gun down one of the most popular characters in the Batman mythos, Terry McGinnis! That’s right, Batman Beyond has gone to the “great beyond’ in a hail of gunfire and heroics all in order to save the present from becoming the future he came from. Take a look at how it all went down below:

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We will miss you Terry, maybe they will bring you back with super powers!

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Comic Book News

Batgirl & The Killing Joke Trending Worldwide

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Yesterday saw the news that DC Comics had cancelled the Joker 75th Anniversary variant cover set for June’s Batgirl #41.

After getting heat on various social networks and websites, the artist behind The Killing Joke homage piece, Rafael Albuquerque, requested that the cover be pulled.

“My intention was never to hurt or upset anyone through my art,” Albuquerque said in a statement released yesterday. “For that reason, I have recommended to DC that the variant cover be pulled.”

DC Comics followed up with their own statement, which only added to the controversy as it read in part: “…threats of violence and harassment are wrong and have no place in comics or society.”

The statement by DC made it sound like the artist was threatened, which never took place.

Both Batgirl‘s regular artist, Cameron Stewart, and Albuquerque cleared up the confusion on Twitter.

“Something to clarify, because DCs statement was a little unclear. [Rafael Albuquerque] did not get threats. People OBJECTING to the cover did,” tweeted Stewart.

“Ill talk more about it tomorrow but I was never threatened. just to make it clear,” Albuquerque tweeted as well.

The reason cited for the controversy is that Batgirl is currently considered a more light-hearted series than Alan Moore’s serious take on The Killing Joke.

Apparently, the creative team nor the main editor on Batgirl are to blame for deciding to go with the variant, as Comics Alliance points out variant covers at DC are “often commissioned and approved by art directors who have little to do with the actual books the covers will be placed on.”

Comic Book creator Erik Larsen also offers his thoughts – in what’s being described as a Twitter rant – as Larsen argues (in part), “…creators should not be taking orders from the audience…”

Other comic creators and fans have also reacted on Twitter:

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Comic Book News

DC Comics Cancels Controversial Joker Variant Cover

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This June sees DC Comics releasing Joker-themed variant covers.

One cover in particular has drawn some controversy with the variant to Batgirl #41.

It seems it’s so controversial that DC Comics is now cancelling the cover, per the request of the artist Rafael Albuquerque.

“My intention was never to hurt or upset anyone through my art,” Albuquerque said in a statement, which can be read below. “For that reason, I have recommended to DC that the variant cover be pulled.”

Apparently some people online were upset the variant cover was so “dark” while the current Batgirl seems to be more light-hearted.

Here is Albuquerque’s statement:

My Batgirl variant cover artwork was designed to pay homage to a comic that I really admire, and I know is a favorite of many readers. ‘The Killing Joke’ is part of Batgirl’s canon and artistically, I couldn’t avoid portraying the traumatic relationship between Barbara Gordon and the Joker.

For me, it was just a creepy cover that brought up something from the character’s past that I was able to interpret artistically. But it has become clear, that for others, it touched a very important nerve. I respect these opinions and, despite whether the discussion is right or wrong, no opinion should be discredited.

My intention was never to hurt or upset anyone through my art. For that reason, I have recommended to DC that the variant cover be pulled. I’m incredibly pleased that DC Comics is listening to my concerns and will not be publishing the cover art in June as previously announced.

With all due respect,

Rafa 

And DC’s:

We publish comic books about the greatest heroes in the world, and the most evil villains imaginable. The Joker variant covers for June are in recognition of the 75th anniversary of the Joker.

Regardless if fans like Rafael Albuquerque’s homage to Alan Moore’s THE KILLING JOKE graphic novel from 25 years ago, or find it inconsistent with the current tonality of the Batgirl books – threats of violence and harassment are wrong and have no place in comics or society.

We stand by our creative talent, and per Rafael’s request, DC Comics will not publish the Batgirl variant. – DC Entertainment

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TV Trailers

Watch A New Clip For iZombie

Check out a new clip for iZombie above as the latest episode of DC All Access gives a run-down on DC TV.

iZombie debuts March 17th at 9pm ET starring Rose McIver, Malcolm Goodwin, Alexandra Krosney, David Anders, Robert Buckley, Nora Dunn and Ruhul Kohli.  

Synopsis:

A med student-turned-zombie takes a job in the coroner’s office to gain access to the brains she must reluctantly eat to maintain her humanity, but with each brain she consumes, she inherits the corpse’s memories. With the help of her medical examiner boss and a police detective, she solves homicide cases in order to quiet the disturbing voices in her head.

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Marvel Movie News Star Wars

Watch: Patton Oswalt Rips The DC Movies A New One (Video)

It should probably be noted before you watch the above that Patton Oswalt plays a Marvel character(s) in Marvel’s Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. 

Of course that doesn’t man he’s biased, as Patton Oswalt answers fan questions ranging from his thoughts on Spider-Man entering the Marvel Cinematic Universe, to the new Star Wars, to a Matrix/Terminator/Robocop movie, to ripping apart the gritty and serious tone of the new DC movies, to favorite comic book movie, and the superhero he would like to play.

The DC rant hits at about the 4 minute mark.

“God damn it guys,” Oswalt offered. “Stop with the brooding! The only one who gets to brood is Batman! It only works if he’s the one brooding guy! They can’t all be brooding! God damn it.”

Related: Robert Kirkman, creator of The Walking Dead, also isn’t a fan of DC’s approach.

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Comic Book News

Jim Lee Reveals Joker 75th Anniversary Variant

DC Comics co-publisher and artist extraordinaire, Jim Lee, has taken to his Facebook page to reveal his Joker 75th anniversary variant cover.

Joker variants will be gracing the covers to DC Comics’ June titles.

My Joker themed cover in celebration of his 75th anniversary! Pencils deliciously colored by @sinccolor #afterGilKane #dccomics #june

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Comic Book News

Watch: Top 13 Undead DC Characters

With iZombie set to premiere this coming Tuesday following The Flash and today being Friday the 13th, the latest episide of DC All Acess goes over the top 13 DC undead characters.

In just a few days, The CW’s iZombie will introduce you to Liv Moore, one of the most uniquely different zombies you’re likely to meet. Of course, that’s assuming you’re not a comic book character because there are all kinds of zombies and other undead creatures to be found in the pages of DC and Vertigo comics. In this exclusive DC All Access clip, we list off our top thirteen favorites!

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Comic Book News Marvel

Top Ten Comics For February 2015

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Diamond Comics released their sales charts for February 2015 comic book sales.

We are now starting to see the effect that the geek box subscriptions have on sales as IDW Publishing’s Orphan Black takes the #1 spot overall. More than likely, it would have had a difficult time cracking the top 100.

Marvel then takes the top three spots with two Star Wars titles and Spider-Gwen. DC nabs only two spots.

We see that Star Wars #2 comes in probably still over 100k as it beats out Batman, which is a six figure regular.

I’m still betting Star Wars #2 will have the biggest sales drop ever as it’s first issue sold over 1 million copies, which was in part due to 60 variant covers and geek box subscriptions.

The question, at least for me is, does the geek box subscriptions have any lasting impace on sales? Does it bring in readers? Guess we’ll find out with Oprhan Black #2. I will say that it is nice to see an indie take the #1 spot for the month.

Other thoughts:

Marvel again dominates DC Comics in both dollar share and number of comics sold.

We also see that comic sales are up around 15% from a year prior, which is good news.

It will be interesting to see how DC’s Convergence effects the sales as their events usually do well; plus each comic is priced at $5 bucks a pop.

Marvel is also launching Secret Wars, which the zombies will be sure to chew up.

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Comic Book News

DC Teaming With Fans For World Record Costume Event

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WB Consumer Products and DC are teaming up with fans to set the world record for most people dressed as DC Comics super heroes in a 24 hour period.

Cities around the globe are participating in the DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event including Birmingham, Cardiff, Kaohsiung, Lille, London, Los Angeles, Lyon, Madrid, Manila, Mexico City, Paris, Queensland, Rome, Sao Paulo and Warrington.

The DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event – to take place on April 18, 2015 – will kick off in Queensland, Australia with a celebration at Movie World Australia theme park, and come to a commemorative close in Los Angeles, CA, USA at Hollywood & Highland.

“Warner Bros. Consumer Products is thrilled to team up with partners around the world to set the world record for the most people dressed as DC Comics Super Heroes,” said Brad Globe, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products. “We invite fans of all ages to come out for this exciting family event and don their capes, cowls and masks to represent their favorite DC Comics Super Hero.”

At each event, fans dressed as DC Comics Super Heroes will gather to celebrate with interactive games and activities inspired by the famed world of DC Comics before formally attempting to set the world record. The DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event cities unveiled today, include:

· Birmingham, UK

· Cardiff, UK

· Kaohsiung, Taiwan

· Lille, France

· London, UK

· Los Angeles, CA, USA

· Lyon, France

· Madrid, Spain

· Manila, Philippines

· Mexico City, Mexico

· Paris, France

· Queensland, Australia

· Rome, Italy

· Sao Paulo, Brazil

· Warrington, UK

To participate in setting this heroic world record, DC Comics fans must dress from head-to-toe as an instantly recognized Super Hero that has been featured in a DC Comics published book, television program or film. The DC Comics Super Hero universe includes Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Batgirl, Supergirl, Aquaman, Cyborg, Robin, Green Arrow, and many more. Both homemade costumes as well as official costumes from licensees and official event retail partners will be considered as long as they are a full representation of the Super Hero and are as close to the original DC Comics’ Super Hero’s costume as possible.

The world record will be set once fans gather in the assigned area at each local event and stay there for a full five minutes to be counted towards the record. WBCP will be working closely with retail and licensing partners in each market to offer exclusive merchandise, promotional support and more, to bring fans this exciting global event in each participating city.

Leading up to the one-day event, WBCP and DCE, together with local sponsors and organizers, will present DC Comics’ most ardent fans with the opportunity to demonstrate their fandom by entering into various photo contests and sweepstakes, including the “Best Super Hero Post” photo contest and the “Best Super Hero Photo Bomb” contest. DC Comics enthusiasts will also be able to compare and preview their costumes with a “Costume Preview Polling” contest presented by event organizers on social media. Follow #DCWorldRecord on Facebook and Twitter for more information on the contests.

For more information about the DC Comics Super Hero World Record Event, visit https://www.facebook.com/DCComicsWorldRecord

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Comic Book News

Now Wonder Woman Gets A New Costume

Add Wonder Woman to the list of changes following Convergence, as a new costume for the Amazonian princess debuts.

Check out the cover and solicit below for June’s Wonder Woman #41.

Speaking of changes, DC is going with an all-new Batman, Superman gets a hair cut, the GLC get lost and Kyle Rayner gets murdered.

WONDER WOMAN #41
Written by MEREDITH FINCH
Art and cover by DAVID FINCH and 
JONATHAN GLAPION
THE JOKER Variant cover by BRIAN BOLLAND
On sale JUNE 17 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for details.
A daring new direction begins with the arrival of a brand-new villain! But while he may be new to us, he’s not new to the world he seeks to tame. And speaking of villains, Donna Troy’s quest to destroy Wonder Woman ratchets up another gear (if that’s even possible!), while the games of the Gods bring dark portents to the ultimate Amazon!

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Comic Book News

DC Killing Off Kyle Rayner Post-Convergence?

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Superman gets a hair cut, The GLC are getting lost, Sinestro looks to rise, Batman is – what he is, and now it appears Kyle Rayner is getting killed off.

Say what you want about DC Comics following their upcoming Convergence event, but someone at DC obviously has a set of cajones to go with all these changes.

DC will be launching a new Omega Men series in June with the solicit for the first issue reading as follows:

The Omega Men are back in an all-new series! They’ve murdered White Lantern Kyle Rayner and now, the universe wants them to pay! Who are these intergalactic criminals – and is there more to their actions than meets the eye?

With the GLC missing along with John Stewart, and apparently Kyle Rayner dead, that only leaves Hal Jordan in the “regular” DCU.

However, Hal seems to be having issues of his own as he apparently drops the ring following Convergence.

DC also drops most of the GL titles as technically following Convergence there is only one with Green Lantern: The Lost Army (two if you count Sinestro).

Things don’t look good for the Corps.

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Movie Trailers

Watch: Batman vs Robin Clip

Watch the first clip for the upcoming Batman Vs. Robin animated movie, which will be available April 14th.

DC All Access also talks about the new Batman: Arkham Underworld mobile game, Mortal Kombat X and more.

Synopsis:

The shadows of Gotham City are no place for a child but Damian Wayne is no ordinary child. Now bearing the mantle of Robin, he blazes a headstrong and sometimes reckless trail alongside his father, Batman. While investigating a crime scene, Robin encounters a mysterious figure, Talon, who leads him on a life-altering course through the depths of Gotham’s secret society, known as The Court of Owls. It’s a dangerous journey that will force Batman and Robin to face their most dangerous adversary, each other! Based on the #1 best-selling graphic novel, Batman: The Court of Owls, this action-packed caper is one that fans won’t want to miss! 

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Comic Book News

New Details On Sinestro & Green Lantern Post-Convergence

DC Comics has released the covers and solicits for the two Green Lantern titles post-Convergence.

Cullen Bunn is writing Green Lantern: The Lost Army (art by Jesus Saiz and Javier Pina) and Sinestro (art by Brad Walker).

Bunn told Newsarama that 99% of the GLC goes missing in a different universe with Hal left behind, and now Sinestro thinks the time is right for the Sinestro Corps to shine.

Check out the solicits and covers:

GREEN LANTERN: THE LOST ARMY #1
Imagine waking up in a strange place where you didn’t recognize anything, and everyone you knew and loved was nowhere to be found. Now imagine that you are a Green Lantern. The rest of the Corps is missing, you don’t know where you are and there’s not a Power Battery to be found for as far as your ring can scan. Where are you? How did you get here? Those are just two of the many questions facing our heroes.

Starring John Stewart, Two-Six, Kilowog and Arisia, and featuring a surprise guest-star we promise you’ll never predict, LOST ARMY is an incredible journey of discovery, survival, morality and heartbreak. Never has the Corps been challenged in this way – and not everyone is going to make it home!”

SINESTRO #12
There’s a traitor in the Sinestro Corps who has set New Korugar on a path to certain destruction! The smart move would be to evacuate the Korugarian refugees from the planet, but Sinestro knows finding the identity of the traitor is more crucial, which leads to an unexpected betrayal from someone you would never expect, and a punishment from Sinestro that will alter someone’s life irrevocably!

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Comic Book News

Superman Gets A New Haircut Post-Convergence

If you guessed DC Comics would be going back to their pre-52 Universe following Convergence, you guessed wrong (maybe in September?).

Earlier saw the controversial all-new Batman, and now it’s learned following Convergence Superman will have a new haircut to go along with his new powers.

Superman’s new power – the Super Flare – when used strips him of all his super powers essentially leaving him as vulnerable as a plain ol‘ human for 24 hours.

DC released the cover and solicit for June’s Superman #41, which shows off the new super do as well as teases a big secret.

SUPERMAN #41
Written by Gene Luen Yang
Art and cover by John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson
The Joker variant cover by Karl Kerschl
On sale June 24 • 32 pages, FC, $3.99 U.S. • Rated T
The epic new story line “TRUTH” continues with the debut of the amazing new creative team of new writer Gene Luen Yang (“American Born Chinese”) and continuing artists John Romita Jr. and Klaus Janson! What will happen when the big secret is revealed?

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Comic Book News

Major Changes In Batman #41

Batman is set to go through a major change following DC’s Convergence event which runs April through May.

The solicit and cover to Batman #41 has been released revealing a much different Batman.

Series writer Scott Snyder is well aware of the controversy the new Batman will be bringing.

“I’m not going to spoil it specifically, but I can tell you unequivocally, it is the boldest, weirdest, biggest thing we’ve ever tried on the book,” Snyder tod CBR. “I’m not being hyperbolic: You’ll see it, and you’ll be like, “I can’t believe they’re doing that.”

Snyder doesn’t offer much more, but does state he and series artist Greg Capullo will be on Batman through at least issue #52.

Update: Snyder added the following on Twitter.

Update #2: The Batgirl #41 solicit and cover mentions the new Batman (see below).

Here is the solicit and cover for Batman #41:

BATMAN #41
Written by SCOTT SNYDER Art by GREG CAPULLO and DANNY MIKI
Cover by GREG CAPULLO
THE JOKER Variant cover by SEAN MURPHY
On sale JUNE 10 • 32 pg, FC, $3.99 US • RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
The all-new Batman makes his debut! Who is he, and what happens next? Find out here as a new era begins in Gotham City!

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BATGIRL #41
Written by CAMERON STEWART and BRENDEN FLETCHER
Art by BABS TARR
Cover by CAMERON STEWART
THE JOKER Variant cover by RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE
On sale JUNE 24 • 32 pg, FC, $2.99 US • RATED T
Retailers: This issue will ship with two covers. Please see the order form for more information.
There’s a new Batman in town…and that spells bad news for Barbara Gordon! She’s already got enough upheaval in her life, with her roommate Frankie in on her biggest secret…and now she’s looking to get even more involved in Batgirl’s business!

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TV News

Watch: Andrew Kreisberg Talks Flash Time Travel & Arrow Villains

Check out the latest episode of DC All Access above featuring executive producer Andrew Kreisberg talking about the upcoming episodoes of Arrow and The Flash.

Kreisberg offers that Flash will see more time travel, with mention the series will even see a time jump, and also that Brandon Routh’s Atom will appear on an episode.

Regarding Arrow, Ra’s Al Ghul’s offer to Oliver Queen is discussed as well as the DC Comics serial killer villain, Murmur.

The CW also released a new promo featuring a look at the upcoming episodes of The Flash with Mark Hamill as Trickster.

A week with no new #DCTV? Say it ain’t so! Don’t worry, new episodes of The Flash and Arrow are just around the corner, and DC All Access is here with an exclusive look at what’s ahead. Tiffany talks to Andrew Kreisberg, Executive Producer of The Flash and Arrow, about the cliffhangers both shows ended on, how big a role time travel will be playing on The Flash and when we’ll get to see the A.T.O.M. suit in action!

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TV News

New iZombie Cast Photos & Creator Rob Thomas Explains The New Series

DC’s newest TV series, iZombie, is set to premiere Tuesday, March 17th following The Flash.

Check out the above video where creator Rob Thomas explains how iZombie is different than other zombie shows and movies.

iZombie is based on the DC Comics Vertigo comic book and premiers at 9pm ET on the CW.

Who’s ready for some all-new #DCTV?! iZombie, the upcoming series based on the best-selling Vertigo comic, debuts March 17th on The CW. Curious what to expect? Then be sure to watch this exclusive DC All Access interview with iZombie co-creator Rob Thomas (Veronica Mars), who discusses the differences between this show’s zombies and others you may have seen, how they found the perfect zombie lead, and why they chose to stray from the comic book storyline.

In addition, DC revealed a look at the cast:

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Movie News

Ray Fisher First In Line For New Cyborg Comic

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Ray Fisher, playing Cyborg in Batman Vs. Superman, Justice League and a standalone film, tweeted out that he is going to be first in line for the new Cyborg monthly comic book from DC Comics.

“Cyborg is getting his first solo comic series this summer?!?” Fisher tweeted to DC Comics chief creative officer and Batman Vs. Superman producer Geoff Johns. “I’ll be the first in line!”

The new Cyborg comic book will follow DC’s upcoming Convergence event from the creative team of writer David L. Walker and artists Ivan Reis and Joe Prado.

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

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Comic Book News

Watch: Top 10 Awesome Aquaman Moments

With Zack Snyder releasing the first Aquaman image and Jason Momoa set to play the King of the Seven Seas, now seems about as good time as any to go over the top ten awesome Aquaman moments.

Check out the video above from DC All Access.

After getting our first look at Jason Momoa as Aquaman, we searched the seven seas for Aquaman’s greatest moments in comics! In this exclusive DC All Access clip, we list off our top ten awesome Aquaman moments. Whether it’s fighting side by side with the Justice League, or inspiring the people of Atlantis, these are the events that really made waves.

“Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice” has a March 25, 2016 release starring Ben Affleck as Batman, Henry Cavill as Superman, Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman, Amy Adams as Lois Lane, Laurence Fishburne as Perry White, Diane Lane as Martha Kent, Jeremy Irons as Alfred, Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, Ray Fisher as Cyborg with Callan Mulvey, Holly Hunter and Tao Okamoto in new character roles for the film. Justice League is to follow directed by Zack Snyder as well.

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Comic Book News

Why Does Scott Snyder Hate Alfred?!

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He’s Mad I Tell You!

 

“A Penny For Your Thoughts”

By Chris “DOC” Bushley

Caution: Spoilers Dead Ahead!

 

We have all seen Scott Snyder’s DC All Access “Endgame” interview regarding the Joker and plans for what happens next in the Batman mythos. But there is one thing the soft spoken scribe failed to tell you — he is TWISTED! Don’t let his facade fool you, Mr. Snyder is riddled with horrific, inhumane thoughts that churn and bubble to the surface. Don’t believe me? Check out his Image comic Wytches! He’s twisted, man, TWISTED!

Not only is Mr. Snyder a possible Arkham escapee, he seems to have a penchant for letting his disturbing ideas torment a single character incessantly. No, not Batman, Alfred Pennyworth! Yes, Alfred! The beloved butler that helped a young Bruce Wayne evolve into the crime fighting machine he is today. Now, we all know that in order to hurt a hero the most, you must hurt their inner circle, their loved ones, it just makes for better storytelling. But the things Mr. Snyder has bestowed upon poor Alfred are, say it with me… TWISTED!

Let’s go down memory lane so we can see how far Scott Snyder has pushed Alfred to the brink.

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Snyder’s path of depravity began way back in the “Death Of The Family” story arc where poor Alfred was attacked by the Joker. Not only was he beaten with a ball-peen hammer, he was then tortured while the whole thing was being tape-recorded in order to send Batman a message. Was that enough for Mr. Snyder? NO! He then “Jokerized”  Alfred and made him fight the family he dearly loves!

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Then came Batman Eternal where Scott Snyder and James Tynion IV decided to destroy Gotham and Batman in the process. Bruce Wayne loses everything; bank accounts, weapons depots, even Wayne Manor itself! But he loses something even more dear to him, yep, Alfred! In issue #21, Alfred is attacked inside the Manor by Hush and is violently injected with Fear Toxin directly in the temple. This drives Alfred completely insane, and eventually, he is admitted into Arkham Asylum. If this isn’t bad enough, while still fighting the effects of the toxin, Arkham collapses, sending the inmates into deep chasms beneath the structure. Insane, beaten and buried, Alfred, eventually crawls out of the rubble and teams with Killer Croc in order to escape from certain death.

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After all of that, you would think Mr. Snyder would give ol‘ Alfred a break. Possibly a nice vacation, some quality time with, Julia, his daughter, but no! This week, Mr Snyder showed us what truly lies inside his maniacal mind. In Batman #39, the Joker makes his way inside the Batcave and descends upon the still recovering Alfred. Although he gets a shot off at the Joker, he is still weak and is brutally attacked. The Joker cleaves Alfred’s right hand clean off!

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Is there anything more that Scott Snyder could possibly due to Alfred Pennyworth besides ultimately killing him off? We all know that Mr. Snyder’s inner thoughts are just teeming with more sadistic things to unleash upon poor Alfred before destroying him completely, but will he keep Alfred alive through the finale of the “Endgame” storyline? That is the question on everyone’s lips, but I personally think the ol’chap will make it. Everyone, including me, thought Alfred was going to die in “Death Of The Family,” and Snyder kept him alive to do even more brutal things to him. 

This time I think Alfred should get a little payback. I think during DC’s upcoming “Convergence” storyline that ALL of the Alfreds on ALL of the alternate planets should form the ultimate revenge team — the Blitzkrieg Butlers! That’s right, an all butler squad that can finally get revenge for everything Mr. Snyder has put poor Alfred through!

What do you say Alfred, would you join a barrage of badass butlers to take revenge on the Joker, Hush and anyone else who has ever done you wrong?

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Comic Book News

Watch: Scott Snyder Talks Batman Endgame

Check out the latest episode of DC All Access where Scott Snyder talks about “Batman Endgame.”

“Endgame really changes everything. You’ll see it reflected in every Bat book.” If you’re a Batman fan, you need to read Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s “Endgame,” the current storyline that continues in today’s Batman #39. And if you’re reading “Endgame,” you’re going to want to watch this DC All Access clip featuring Snyder, in which he discusses what’s up ahead, the inspiration behind the story, and which villains he may be tackling next.

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TV News

Watch New Arrow Clip With Ra’s Al Ghul

Check out a new clip from the next episode of Arrow, “Nanda Parbat,” featuring Nyssa and Ra’s Al Ghul.

DC All Access goes over this week’s shows, which also includes Atom on Arrow and the Red Hood on Gotham.

Tiffany Smith and Rotten Tomatoes Editor-in-Chief Matt Atchity are back to preview this week’s exciting #DCTV…and debut an exclusive new Arrow clip featuring Ra’s al Ghul! Tonight’s Gotham will have you seeing red, but that’s only because the Red Hood Gang is making its first appearance. And speaking of seeing red, Nyssa al Ghul is sure angry over on Arrow! Also, don’t miss tomorrow’s new episode of DC All Access featuring the cast of iZombie!

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX; Arrow airs Wedesdays at 8pm ET on the CW.

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Comic Book News

Watch: Top 7 Sinister Joker Moments

With the Joker appearing on this past week’s episode of Gotham, how about going over the top seven “sinister” Joker moments from the DC Comics?

Above you can watch as the latest episode of DC All Access provides a look a the Joker.

Viewer warning: some images may be considered distrubing, so proceed at your own risk!

When it comes to the Joker, there’s no joking around. This character’s been prowling the streets of Gotham for 75 years and shows no sign of getting serious. Let’s explore some of the moments from Joker’s past that quite literally killed!

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Comic Book News

Justice League #39 Last Page Spoiler

Check out the last page spoiler for this week’s Justice League #39.

We see Hal Jordan is back!

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Hal Jordan left the Justice League to lead the Green Lantern Corps where a new GL, Power Ring, took his place; however it was revealed Jessica Cruz actually had a ring from another dimension, which was based on Fear. Eventually, both Flash and Hal help Power Ring out with her powers.

Now Hal Jordan is back just in time to deal with the Darkseid vs. Anti-Monitor war that kicks off in the next issue of Justice League, #40.

It’s also been teased that following Convergence, Hal won’t have his Green Lantern ring.

Justice League #40, the prologue to “The Darkseid War,” hits March 18th.

The prologue to this summer’s upcoming JUSTICE LEAGUE event – “THE DARKSEID WAR”! It’s been building since JUSTICE LEAGUE #1. Now, Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, The Flash, Aquaman, Cyborg and the rest of the DC Universe will come face to face with the two most powerful and dangerous entities in existence when both come for Earth. But why? To what lengths with the League have to go to survive? And what secrets about the League will be revealed?

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Movie News

LEGO Batman 3 Bizarro World Trailer & Infinite Crisis Harley Quinn Gameplay

DC All Access has released the DLC trailer for LEGO Batman 3: Bizarro World and also gameplay footage from Infinite Crisis featuring Harley Quinn.

You no want to watch this week’s new DC All Access. Am not full of exciting new DC Comics info and first looks. There no trailer for new Bizarro LEGO Batman 3 DLC or new Infinite Crisis Harley Quinn skins. There am certainly no chances to win a cool DC Collectibles Joker statue!

Oof, looks like we’ve been hanging out with LEGO Bizarro way too much lately, as this week’s all new Access contains all of those great things, plus cool info on Justice League #39, DC Collectibles at Toy Fair, and the upcoming Mad Max: Fury Road comics coming from Vertigo! Trust us, you’re not going to want to miss it. 

In LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the Caped Crusader joins forces with the super heroes of the DC Comics universe and blasts off to outer space to stop the evil Brainiac from destroying Earth. Using the power of the Lantern Rings, Brainiac shrinks worlds to add to his twisted collection of miniature cities from across the universe. Now the greatest Super Heroes and the most cunning Super Villains must unite and journey to different Lantern Worlds to collect the Lantern Rings and stop Brainiac before it’s too late.

LEGO Batman 3: Beyond Gotham, the ultimate super hero game for the entire family is now available on Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 3, PS Vita, Wii U, 3DS and PC.

Play Infinite Crisis for free at infinitecrisis.com.

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TV Trailers

Watch: New Gotham Clip

The latest episode of DC All Acess starts off with a plug for the WB-owned Rotten Tomatoes website before talking about Gotham, The Flash and Arrow.

A clip was also shown for tonight’s Gotham, which can be watched above.

Gotham airs Mondays at 8pm ET on FOX.

Hope you’re DVRs are set because we’re back with another huge week of #DCTV. Jason Inman and Rotten Tomatoes Editor-in-Chief Matt Atchity preview this week’s all new episodes of Gotham, The Flash and Arrow. Does the Joker make his Gotham debut? Well, maybe… Will Ollie be reunited with Deathstroke? Perhaps… Will the Flash travel through time? You’re just going to have to watch!

Gotham Episode synopsis:

Gordon takes Dr. Leslie Thompkins (guest star Morena Baccarin) to the circus, but the day turns quickly when the circus comes under attack. Then, Falcone enlists Butch Gilzean to help Penguin with the night club, while Fish Mooney is otherwise occupied. Also, Bruce Wayne schedules a meeting with the Wayne Enterprises board in the all-new “The Blind Fortune Teller” episode of GOTHAM airing Monday, Feb. 16 (8:00-9:00 ET/PT) on FOX.

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Movie News

DCU Online Amazon Fury Part II Launch Trailer

Check out the trailer for DCU Online‘s Amazon Fury Part II, which is now available for PC, PS3 and PS4.

In DCUO’s 13th DLC pack, players face unparalleled challenges as they journey to the Underworld, face the Gods and tackle new missions, Operations and Raids.   

HIGHLIGHTS:

Amazon Fury Part II marks the debut appearance in DC Universe Online of Ares (God of War), Hades (God of the Underworld), Cerberus and more from Greek mythology.

DCUO’s 13th DLC features a diverse array of content, introducing both new single and multiplayer adventures:

Three Eight-Player Raids – Halls of Hades, Labyrinth of Lost Souls and Throne of the Dead

One Elite Eight-Player Raid – An elite version of Throne of the Dead will be available for players seeking a greater challenge

Two Four-Player Operations – Act of Defiance and Return to the Nexus

One Single-Player mission – Heroes and Villains will be tasked with an important single-player mission in the open-world, Gotham Under Siege version of Gotham City

Amazon Fury Part II includes new player rewards, such as themed base items, feats and collections, eight new skill points and new player gear inspired by Wonder Woman and Circe.  

STORYLINE: The Amazon War rages on and ventures from the mortal realm through the gates of the Underworld. Upon arrival, players will brave the depths and battle alongside Wonder Woman or Circe, as they come face to face with powerful Gods — Ares and Hades. Epic mythical beasts like Cerebus will test players’ resolve as they unravel the mysteries behind the Amazon Queen, Hippolyta.

“With Amazon Fury Part II, we’ve created some of the most immersive content to date in DC Universe Online. The overall design and implementation of mechanics, especially across the three new raids, offer dynamic experiences that will make each replay feel brand new. I’m extremely proud of the work from the team, as it is some of the game’s most compelling content yet.” – Jens Andersen, Senior Creative Director, DC Universe Online.

AMAZON FURY PART I REFRESHER: In the first part of the Amazon Fury trilogy, Hippolyta blamed the mortal world for Brainiac’s attack on Paradise Island. The Queen of the Amazons led a counterstrike against Gotham with her new ally, Circe, forcing her own daughter, Wonder Woman, to rally an army of Amazons to defend the people of Gotham City and try to help Hippolyta see reason.

DCUO’s Amazon Fury Part II DLC is available as a free download for Members and for purchase by non-members via the PlayStation Network, the in-game Marketplace, or for PC players via the DCUniverseOnline.com website.

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