DC looks set to have a great year in 2022 and it's not hard to see why. DCEU and the DCAU alone have some of the most hyped superhero films and animations coming to screens big and small, including The Batman, Black Adam, and Catwoman: Hunted just to name a few.
But what about the DC comic books? This year is set to look great for comic book fans too and with special re-releases, new story arcs beginning, omnibus collections, and recent arcs coming to an end. It's definitely a great year to be a DC fan and while more could be easily added, these are just some of the many titles to look forward to in 2022.
A New Red Hood Series from Shawn Martinbrough
While no title has been revealed yet, the news of a brand new six-part series revolving around one of the most beloved DC anti-heroes, Jason Todd aka Red Hood, is exciting enough. But it could not be in better hands as Shawn Martinbrough is a good enough reason to get buzzed about this new project.
Previously an artist for the Thief of Thieves comic book series written by Robert Kirkman (creator of The Walking Dead and Invincible), Shawn Martinborough took up the task of writing Red Hood # 51. The new story arc of Todd returning to his old neighborhood and balancing vigilantism life was enough for readers to be engrossed. It looks like DC agreed as well as he will now return with another new adventure around the Red Hood.
Tails of the Super-Pets Retro Collection
With the release of the upcoming DC League of Super-Pets film reintroducing audiences to the furry sidekicks of everyone's favorite superheroes with Krypto the Super Dog leading the pack, it's no surprise to see several books due to be released around these powerful pets. But among them, the Tails of the Super-Pets collection will be great for newcomers.
The softcover book will contain several storylines from the likes of Action Comics and Adventure Comics. As a piece of history around some of the more peculiar sidekicks these heroes ever had, this should also please fans of these original stories in one book.
A New Batman/Superman: World's Finest Series By Mark Waid
Throughout DC's comic book history, there have been countless times where multiple superheroes teamed up to either take on a new menacing threat or just to show them as social teammates. But none have ever come close to the friendly rivalry between Batman and Superman thanks to the writers and artists creating new stories time and time again.
This latest interpretation sees Superman needing the help of Batman after being attacked with a chemical weapon by Metallo and from the front cover of the first issue alone, it looks like they will be kept busy along the way. With Mark Waid, the writer of Superman: Birthright and Kingdom Come, and Dan Mora, a veteran artist at DC joining forces, it looks like fans of these icons will be in for a treat.
Justice League # 74
Famed writer Brian Michael Bendis' will finally leave the Justice League comics with the 74th issue. The recent arc focused on Black Adam, the classic villain of Shazam, as he becomes a member of the Justice League to redeem himself. But just as it seemed that his days as a bad guy were behind him, things look set to quickly escalate.
The villainous Lord of Chaos, Xanadoth, returns and takes on the Black Adam form, using his powers in order to try and defeat the protectors of Earth for good. But how will the award-winning series end? Curious readers should pick up Justice League #74 to find out.
Trial of the Amazons # 1
With over eighty years of stories around Wonder Woman and the Amazonian warriors, never has there been quite the crossover event as Trial of the Amazons looks set to be. Bringing together the talents behind Nubia & the Amazons as well as the more recent Wonder Woman and Wonder Girl titles, fans can be expected to see these familiar faces shine under a new light.
While not much is known about the main story itself, it does promise a power struggle that will bring together the Amazonian heroes that readers have enjoyed the past few years. And with such a massive crossover event with these characters, fans can expect a story that will define the DC comic books for years to come.
Batman # 121
Last year's latest Batman storyline, Abyss, introduced everyone to the Dark Knight's latest foe who also shares the same name as the title. And throughout the course of multiple issues, it looked as though Superman's longtime adversary Lex Luthor was responsible for finally taking down the Caped Crusader.
Despite many Batman comics set to be released this year, the mystery behind Lex Luthor's scheme will finally be revealed. With the striking cover of this issue featuring a towering Luthor in the background in what appears to be a Batman suit of his own, it looks like Bruce Wayne might have finally met his match.
The Death and Return of Superman Omnibus 2022 Edition
2022 will be a major 30th anniversary for one of the greatest storylines DC has ever published. Thirty years ago this year saw the start of the iconic The Death of Superman storyline which saw the Earth's champion being the only one to stop the seemingly indestructible Doomsday but only at the cost of his own life.
However, with the nature of comic books, the Return of Superman saw Clark Kent rise from the grave and return to his duty as a hero once more. Many have seen the events of this story play out in films like Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Superman: Doomsday, but this hardcover will surely be a sought after item for those finally wanting to dive into the original series that inspired plots in their favorite DCEU and DCAU properties.
Tom King Writes Batman: Killing Time
Tom King, the writer of the acclaimed The Sheriff of Babylon series, and comic book artist David Marquez join forces to create this all-new Batman story. And it looks set to be a fun and potentially dangerous heist that readers won't soon forget.
The Penguin, Catwoman, and the Riddler get together to steal a prized artifact from none other than billionaire Bruce Wayne. But with three iconic villains being teammates might turn this heist into a deadly disaster. And set in a time when Wayne is still learning the ropes of becoming the Batman, this could end in a dangerous game for any one of them.
Suicide Squad: Get Joker! Concludes
Another comic starring the Red Hood, Suicide Squad: Get Joker! looks like it will be an unpredictable and gripping read from start to finish in this hardback. For those readers who may not know, the Joker nearly killed Jason Todd, previously the second Robin and sidekick to Batman, before returning from the dead and becoming the Red Hood.
Now as the leader of Task Force X, the antihero looks set to exact his revenge on the criminal clown. But with a team filled with some ruthless villains, including the unpredictable Harley Quinn, it looks like Jason Todd will certainly need to watch over his back and stop the Joker's rain of terror once and for all.
War for Earth-3 Begins!
This new and exciting crossover event could be one of the most hyped releases for DC fans yet as not also will readers see the return of the Crime Syndicate, but they will also see the Flash, the Suicide Squad, and Teen Titans uniting to stop them. Furthermore, they must find the mastermind behind Task Force X, Amanda Waller, before it's too late in Earth-3.
And as potentially exhilarating as this is, it doesn't stop there. This storyline will also impact the upcoming issues of The Flash, Teen Titans Academy, and Suicide Squad as we see our heroes taking on their evil duplicates from this parallel and hostile Earth.