Animated Icons Assemble in 'Creature Commandos' Cameo Roundup

The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," concludes, initiating a fresh DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's dissect the cliffhangers embedded within its seven episodes. These include introductions and appearances of classic DC heroes and villains, and connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.

Table of Contents:

• Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
• Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
• Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
• Dr. Will Magnus
• Class Z Villains from DC Comics
• Weasel's Lawyer
• Justice League and Other DC Heroes
• Clayface
• First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
• The New Creature Commandos

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity

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While stated pre-release by James Gunn, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself appear, referencing Peacemaker events. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

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The series features locations integral to the DC universe: Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Gotham (Dr. Phosphorus's criminal past), Metropolis (Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's connection). Bialia, home to Queen Bee and the Scarab (Blue Beetle's origin), is also referenced. A mention of Jharkhanpur, Ram Khan's homeland, further expands the interconnectedness. Image: ensigame.com

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. Maury Sterling voices Rock in the series.

Dr. Will Magnus

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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, introduces this robotic team.

Class Z Villains from DC Comics

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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man, Bloody Millipede, Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. Image: ensigame.com The inclusion of these characters was partly determined by animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie.

Weasel's Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, reimagines the Betty Bates character, a blend of legal prowess and physical combat.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision, shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci, features numerous cameos: Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacemaker, Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd. Image: ensigame.com Image: ensigame.com Image: ensigame.com Image: ensigame.com Image: ensigame.com Gunn highlights Blue Beetle's potential future appearances.

Clayface

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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface (voiced by Alan Tudyk), a Batman adversary. Tudyk also voiced Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series.

First Glimpse of the New DC Cinematic Universe Batman

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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story in episode six involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of Phosphorus.

New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for season two and the upcoming Superman movie.