Creature Commandos: Animated Appearances and Connections Revealed

The first season of the DC animated series Creature Commandos, titled Monster Commandos, has concluded, marking the launch of a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in the show's seven episodes, which cleverly integrate existing DC lore and characters, establishing connections to pre-reboot projects.

Table of Contents

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

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity

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While stated prior to the show's release, the canonicity of The Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) is reinforced. References to the series are made by John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself makes an appearance. The Suicide Squad's canon status is also confirmed in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

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The series establishes connections to various key DC locations: Cerci's origin in Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Dr. Phosphorus's criminal activities in Gotham, the Metropolis-based GBS news network, and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's location). A mention of Bialia, Queen Bee's kingdom, further expands the interconnectedness. Image: ensigame.com

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

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Episode 3 introduces G.I. Robot's World War II service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier.

Dr. Will Magnus

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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, is revealed.

Class Z Villains

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Various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede, populate the Argus prison, showcasing a range of lesser-known characters. Image: ensigame.com

Weasel's Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, a reimagining of Betty Bates, serves as Weasel's lawyer, blending legal expertise with physical prowess.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision features numerous cameos, including 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

Clayface

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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk.

First Glimpse of the New DCU 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 the villain.

The New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for Season 2 and the upcoming Superman movie.