Below you will find brief descriptions of this week’s comics along with the ratings. Below the main TBU titles will be the DC Universe specific titles that feature characters from The Batman Universe. Rather than giving in depth reviews for those titles, we will be describing what happens in the book involving TBU characters and how it possibly impacts the story.
Main TBU Books
Batman Annual #1: A group of stories are told in this annual featuring various characters both new and old to The Batman Universe. -Matthew 4.5/5
Secondary TBU Books (miniseries/digital firsts)
None this week
Main DC Universe Books
Suicide Squad #7: Harley makes her way towards General Zod and faces off against various members of the Squad who are under the control of the sphere. The backup features a story involving Enchantress. -Corbin 3.5/5
Justice League of America #10: Rao attacks Earth with his full force of Dwalu warriors. The League rallies to turn the attackers back but the future is still uncertain. -Jim 3/5
Secondary DC Universe Books (involving TBU cameos and digital firsts)
Direct Currents #1: For a complete breakdown of the TBU elements, check our full recap here.
Injustice: Gods Among Us: Year Five Annual #1: After the alternate Justice League arrives, Superman tightens up his ranks and forges ahead with his One Earth Government. Batman and Harley also move ahead with their rebel plans.
New Talent Showcase #1: A number of TBU characters make an appearance in this issue including Catwoman, Harley Quinn, Joker, Penguin and Riddler.
Superman Annual #1: Bruce Wayne make s brief cameo during a recap of Superman’s life.
TBU Trade and Hardcover Release List
Detective Comics Volume 9: Gordon at War HC
Detective Comics Volume 8: Blood of Heroes TPB
Robin Volume 3: Solo TPB
Sinestro Volume 4: The Fall of Sinestro TPB