DC LGBTQ+ characters 2022 appreciation

[Felipe Silveira]

Not the biggest expert on her but its apparently a fairly popular thing in fandom to see her as leaning bisexual with an attraction to Supergirl or in some cases Rose Wilson.

Cassie and Rose? I might like it.

[The Invincible Beawulf]

Dark Knights of Steel #8: Hippolyta, Constantine, Anissa Pierce, Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, Etta, Zala, and Diana/WW

[Will Evans]

Dark Knights of Steel #8: Hippolyta, Constantine, Anissa Pierce, Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, Etta, Zala, and Diana/WW

What does Zala mean for main universe Kara?

[sifighter]

What does Zala mean for main universe Kara?

I mean I wouldn’t imagine anything cause Zala is technically a completely different character they just made to look like Kara to mess with readers. It’s Superman’s sister not cousin.

However I suppose there is nothing truly definite about Kara’s dating history outside Brainiac 5.

[The Invincible Beawulf]

What does Zala mean for main universe Kara?

TBH, I think it means nothing. But if the DC management decide to make Kara queer, they will do it anyway.

[The Invincible Beawulf]

Batman: Urban Legends #21 : https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...an-legends-21/

Tim Drake/Robin (at least I think it's his version of Robin) teams up with Batman in one story, while another story is about Detective Renee Montoya.

"This month’s issue brings you the Dynamic Duo pushing the Batmobile to its absolute limits. The Murder Club has thrown Batman’s life into chaos–how will Robin, Alfred and Nightwing keep him together? Arkham Academy opens its doors to its first-ever class of students related to Gotham’s greatest villains–will they make the grade? And we see Renee Montoya’s last days as a detective before she became Gotham City’s newest commissioner."



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Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths #6: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...nite-earths-6/

Probably some queer characters will pop up in this issue.

"War erupts as more heroes are taken at the hands of Pariah! -- The fate of the Multiverse depends on the young heroes of the DCU as they clash with Deathstroke and the Dark Army! Can the resurrected Justice League race home to Earth-Zero in time to join the fight…even if it could mean that not everyone gets to return?! And what dark powerhouse rises on the battlefield? Do not miss this incredible breakneck battle royale!"

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Batman vs. Robin #3: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...an-vs-robin-3/

Batwoman and Tim Drake/Robin appear in this issue.

"Batman has been on a breakneck journey throughout the DC Universe, from Wayne Manor to the House of Secrets and back again…but where there are clues there is a trail, and the world’s greatest detective has followed this particular trail back to where he and Superman began this journey: Lazarus Island. With an entire island and army at Damian Wayne’s disposal, does Batman stand a chance? We’ll give you a hint: NO!"

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Batman Incorporated #2: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...ncorporated-2/

"NO MORE TEACHERS, PART 2 -- The pulse-pounding second chapter to NO MORE TEACHERS continues as Batman Inc. continue to investigate the death of Ghost-Maker and Batman’s mentors. Each new lead only begs more questions and threatens to unearth a shocking secret buried deep in Ghost-Maker’s past. A secret that refuses to die."



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Wonder Woman #793: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...der-woman-793/

"The Trinity reunited! -- With Superman’s recent return from Warworld, he, Batman, and Wonder Woman have been called to the Justice League’s abandoned Watchtower to save their planet from an Imperium invasion! Do they still have what it takes? Or has the time away from one another left Earth open to attacks from throughout the universe that the strongest heroes can’t stop?"

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Multiversity: Teen Justice #6: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...een-justice-6/

Troy and Jess Quick/Kid Quick are part of the Teen Justice.

"The epic miniseries reaches its unforgettable conclusion as a new hero makes their unexpected debut! -- The heroes of Teen Justice are still reeling from the loss they suffered last issue, but there’s no time to mourn. Sinestra and the other members of the Core have a plan to use all humanity as fuel for their monstrous schemes, and only Kid Quick and the surviving members of their team stand in the way. In the end, everything may depend on the super-heroic debut of…well, that would be telling."

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The New Golden Age #1: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...-golden-age-1/

Alan Scott!!!!!!!!!!! <3

"From the Justice Society of America to the Legion of Super-Heroes, The New Golden Age will unlock DC’s epic and secret-ridden history of heroism, launching a new group of titles set firmly in the DC Universe. From the 1940s to the 3040s, heroes take on the great evils of their time. But in the aftermath of Flashpoint Beyond, those heroes and villains will have their lives turned upside down. DC’s future…and its past…will never be the same again. But how are Mime and Marionette connected to this? Why are Rip Hunter and the Time Masters the most unlikable heroes in the DC Universe? And who or what is…Nostalgia? Don’t miss the start of the strangest mystery to have ever plagued the DC Universe."



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Superman: Son of Kal-El #17: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...-of-kal-el-17/

Why doesn't it feel so good? Maybe bc TT is the writer???!

"KAL-EL RETURNS, PART 4 -- Superman and son are reunited…so why doesn’t it feel so good? Could it be because of the Lexcorp automatons threatening the safety of Metropolis? I’ve got a bad feeling about this…"

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The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special #1: https://aiptcomics.com/2022/11/04/dc...ary-special-1/

So Jon doesn't know his dad died once fighting Doomsday...

"THE LIFE OF SUPERMAN / STANDING GUARD / TIME / ABOVE AND BEYOND -- 30 years ago, the unthinkable happened. The Man of Steel died. After sacrificing himself to stop the unstoppable global threat, Doomsday, Metropolis and the rest of the DC Universe mourned the loss of their greatest hero. To mark this monumental moment in comics, DC has reunited the complete creative team behind the original event for four brand-new stories. Led by Dan Jurgens and Brett Breeding, the special kicks off with a new Superman story and villain…DOOMBREAKER! Followed by a series of short stories revisiting some of Superman’s greatest allies and exclusive pinups done by some of comics’ greatest artistic talent including LEE WEEKS, GABRIEL RODRIGUEZ, BILL SIENKIEWICZ, and WALTER SIMONSON."




EDIT: Son of Kal-El #17 and The Death of Superman 30th Anniversary Special #1 have also been added to the list.

[The Invincible Beawulf]

https://bleedingcool.com/comics/who-...cs-golden-age/

Two excerpts from his bio:

"After being assaulted, leaving a gay bar in Los Angeles, he took his mother's illusion-creating glasses, made his own masked costume, and hunted down the men who had put him in the hospital. During the violent confrontation, one of Michael's assailants pulled a gun and accidentally shot the other, killing him, and blamed it on the Harlequin's Son: Labeled a murderer and overwhelmed with guilt and anger, Michael turned to a life of crime, both in and out of costume, which put him in direct conflict with his mother."


"Eventually, the Harlequin's Son was cleared of murder, thanks to his mother's intervention. With his identity as the Harlequin's Son still a secret, Michael was able to pursue an acting career despite his history of arrests. Michael eventually landed several roles, including that of Carver Colman in his life story, Dusk Before Dawn, in which Michael received accolades for his portrayal of the famed Nathaniel Dusk film star, who was one of Hollywood's first openly gay actors and later an iconic activist."

[Lucas 35]

https://bleedingcool.com/comics/who-...cs-golden-age/

Two excerpts from his bio:

"After being assaulted, leaving a gay bar in Los Angeles, he took his mother's illusion-creating glasses, made his own masked costume, and hunted down the men who had put him in the hospital. During the violent confrontation, one of Michael's assailants pulled a gun and accidentally shot the other, killing him, and blamed it on the Harlequin's Son: Labeled a murderer and overwhelmed with guilt and anger, Michael turned to a life of crime, both in and out of costume, which put him in direct conflict with his mother."


"Eventually, the Harlequin's Son was cleared of murder, thanks to his mother's intervention. With his identity as the Harlequin's Son still a secret, Michael was able to pursue an acting career despite his history of arrests. Michael eventually landed several roles, including that of Carver Colman in his life story, Dusk Before Dawn, in which Michael received accolades for his portrayal of the famed Nathaniel Dusk film star, who was one of Hollywood's first openly gay actors and later an iconic activist."

I really want to read the dynamic between Alan, Michael and Todd! How now this family has three gay men!? Alan is gay, he has a gay son and a gay stepson! And he even has a possible dynamic with Jade, with the Harlequin's Son being a successful actor.

[Robanker]

I really want to read the dynamic between Alan, Michael and Todd! How now this family has three gay men!? Alan is gay, he has a gay son and a gay stepson! And he even has a possible dynamic with Jade, with the Harlequin's Son being a successful actor.

All the men in the Scott family being gay are going to lead to a lot of annoying comments about grooming from conservative pundits looking for something to be angry about. Ugh.

[Confuzzled]

RIP Kevin Conroy. A truly devastating day for both queer and non-queer members of fandom but at least he got a chance to share his story with the world.

[Magnito]

I've just become aware that this thread exists. Looks like I have some catching up to do.

[The Invincible Beawulf]

RIP Kevin Conroy. A truly devastating day for both queer and non-queer members of fandom but at least he got a chance to share his story with the world.

“No one's journey is easy. It's how they handle it that makes people unique. People fantasize about being a hero and helping someone in trouble. Batman is that fantasy realized--not just for Bruce Wayne, but for the audience.”

- Kevin Conroy


source: https://twitter.com/CBCCPodcast/stat...02294090985473

[The Invincible Beawulf]

The New Golden Age #1: Golden Age WW and Selina Kyle are in this issue.

Batman: Urban Legends #21: Batwoman also appears in Renee Montoya’s story.

Edit: Helena Wayne from TNGA #1 was removed.

[Will Evans]

In the Golden Age. Alan Scott also appears. Also, who’s who page of Harlequin’s Son.

[The Invincible Beawulf]

In the Golden Age. Alan Scott also appears. Also, who’s who page of Harlequin’s Son.

Yeah, I mentioned these appearances in my previous posts.