The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," has concluded, marking the launch of a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left by Gunn and his team across the show's seven episodes. These include introductions and appearances of classic DC heroes and villains, plus connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.
Table of Contents:
- Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
- Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
- Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
- Dr. Will Magnus
- Class Z Villains from DC Comics
- Weasel's Lawyer
- Justice League and Other DC Heroes
- Clayface
- First Glimpse of Batman in the New DCU
- The New Creature Commandos
Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
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While stated pre-release by James Gunn, it bears repeating: The first season of Peacemaker, starring John Cena, is canon (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo). The series' events were referenced by John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate and an ARGUS agent featured in the animated series. Peacemaker himself also makes an appearance. Furthermore, The Suicide Squad is confirmed canon, as established in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The witch Cerci originates from Themyscira, Wonder Woman's home. Dr. Phosphorus was a Gotham criminal apprehended by Batman. Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis news organization employing Clark Kent and Lois Lane, is mentioned. Dr. Phosphorus's wife hails from Bialia, ruled by Queen Bee, the same country where the Scarab, granting Blue Beetle his powers and suit, was discovered.
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A soldier mentions serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, the homeland of the villain Ram Khan from Justice League of America comics. Bloodhaven, Nightwing's hometown, is referenced. Mermaid's (Nina Mazursky) origins are revealed, placing her in Star City, Green Arrow's territory.
Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Sgt. Rock, DC's most popular non-superhero, a regular soldier from the 1959 comic Our Army at War, makes frequent cameos across the DC multiverse. Daniel Craig is rumored for a film portrayal, while Maury Sterling voices him in the show.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot was studied by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, a robotic team named after elements from the periodic table.
Class Z Villains from DC Comics
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Argus prison features various DC villains, many from the "Class Z" tier of obscure villains. Examples include Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (who fought Wonder Woman). Others spotted include Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu.
Image: ensigame.com James Gunn delegated character selection in this scene to the animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie.
Weasel's Lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the 1940s comic strip Lady-at-Law, a courtroom justice fighter who also physically confronts criminals.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci features numerous cameos, some confirmed by Gunn, others inferred by fans and added by the animators. These include Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacemaker, Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd.
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Clayface
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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, a Batman foe, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus, Will Magnus, and Clayface in Harley Quinn). A Clayface movie, scripted by Mike Flanagan, is in development.
First Glimpse of Batman in the New DC Cinematic Universe
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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story in episode six involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and a subsequent capture by Batman.
New Creature Commandos
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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and comprising King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for season two and the upcoming Superman film.
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