Are you digging the DC Extended Universe on the big screen?
These are the comics you’ll want to check out to get your fix between movies.
This article contains spoilers forBatman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.
So, have you been digging the brand new DC Extended Universe?
DidMan of SteelandBatman v Superman: Dawn of Justiceleave you eager for more adventures in this world?
Ill even update this article as we get more information about upcoming movies!
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Its funny, too.
ButMan of Steeland his subsequent work with Superman stands as some of the best stuff he ever produced.
If youre looking for a series of books that essentially function as Superman 101 then pick these up.
First of all, its far better than the shock value of killing off Superman would have you believe.
Second of all, it was areallybig deal when it happened.
Thats not why you should read it, though.
In 1986 when this thing was published, nobody particularly gave a damn about comic book continuity.
But you already knew that last part.
If you want to see some absolutely stunning Cliff Chiang artwork, then this is also for you.
DCs New 52 relaunch had a lot of misfires, butWonder Womanwas certainly not one of em.
This is where you start.
Just her origin story, mind you, not the story of the film itself!
Well, then allow me to suggestTrinityfor you.
Matt Wagners superhero opus is virtually forgotten these days, and it really shouldnt be.
Oh, and it is packed to the bursting with absurdly cool Matt Wagner art.
Buy Trinity on Amazon
Suicide Squad Vol.
I cant say that this is the story that influences the upcomingSuicide Squadmovie.
So you might dig deeper into some of the best Suicide Squad stories ever told with little effort.
Buy Suicide Squad Vol.
But heres why its included…
Remember the weird winged thingies that were giving poor Bruce Wayne bad dreams inBatman v Superman?
Well, theyre the actual invading army in this story, so it gives you some context for them.
Remember the mysterious box that seems to make the experiment a success in that scene?
Its charming (and by charming I mean nothing of the sort!
), and completely on message with the DC Extended Universe right now.
But it does have some really nice Jim Lee artwork.
GL will join the team inJustice League Part Twolater on.
We dont know a damn thing about the Aquaman of the DC Extended Universe.
Ill tell you why.
This book was one of DCs first key steps towards rehabilitating Aquaman and getting him big screen ready.
Thats right, theAquamanmovie is directed by James Wan, primarily known for his horror work.
The villains of this story are a race of zombie-like flesh eaters called the Trench.
You want to establish Aquaman as a warrior king badass?
Plus, it has the Justice League.
