What is The New Gods series about?
The New Gods is a new comic book series from DC Comics that will focus on the iconic characters created by Jack Kirby as part of his Fourth World project. The series will offer a fresh look at these characters, who are enemies, allies, and family of the publisher's epic god of evil, Darkseid.
Who are the main characters in The New Gods?
The main characters in The New Gods include: Highfather: The heroic ruler of New Genesis and Darkseid's opposite. Orion: Darkseid's biological son, raised by Highfather. Barda: A soldier trained on Darkseid's Apokolips who eventually rebels. Mister Miracle: Highfather's son, traded to Darkseid in childhood as part of a ceasefire agreement. Metron: A powerful being who is a neutral observer of the Fourth World. Lightray: A powerful warrior from New Genesis.
Who is writing and drawing The New Gods series?
The New Gods series is being written by Ram V, known for his work on Aquaman: Andromeda, and drawn by Evan Cagle, who has worked on Detective Comics.
When is The New Gods #1 being released?
The New Gods #1 is scheduled to be released in December 2024.
How does The New Gods series fit into DC's All In initiative?
The New Gods series is part of DC's new All In initiative, which aims to establish a new status quo for the mainstream DC Universe. This initiative will see new creative teams offer jumping-on points for major characters, coinciding with the launch of a new Absolute continuity. The New Gods series is set within DC's pre-existing canon, giving the characters a new direction and purpose but not totally reinventing them.
What makes this series unique from other New Gods stories?
This series is unique because it will provide a fresh look at the New Gods, focusing on the characters and their relationships with each other. The series is also part of DC's All In initiative, which will see the publisher re-establish the DC Universe with a new Absolute continuity. This means that the series will have a significant impact on the future of the DC Universe.
What is the Fourth World?
The Fourth World is a fictional universe created by Jack Kirby, set in the DC Universe. The Fourth World is a sprawling sci-fi saga of godlike beings from the planets Apokolips and New Genesis. These planets are locked in an eternal war, with Darkseid, the ruler of Apokolips, seeking to conquer the universe. The Fourth World has been a major part of DC Comics history, with Darkseid becoming a legendary force of evil within the DC Universe.
