10 DC Heroes Who Deserve a DC All-In Series

The new All-In era for DC Comics is the publisher’s next big banner, and it brings with it several changes. Along with coinciding with the reveal of the new Absolute Universe, several creative team changes and new comic book titles have been announced. Given this precedent, are there multiple DC teams and characters who deserve their own book?

Many of these heroes haven’t had a miniseries or been ongoing since the beginning of the DC Rebirth era or even long before. This includes some Justice League mainstays like DC fans’ favorite Martian. DC’s new All-In initiative is the best time to give these overlooked icons their own title for the first time in years.

10 A Supergirl Book Can Build Upon the Superman Family

Debut: Action Comics #252 by Otto Binder and Al Plastino

Right now, DC’s various Superman titles are in the best place they’ve been since the beginning of DC Rebirth. This can be seen in the pages of Superman and Action Comics, which feature the wider Superman Family. One member of the Superman Family, in particular, could use her own book, as she has the most consistent publication history compared to the others.

Supergirl has lacked her own title for years, but she’s a great character who can stand alone while being a part of the Superman Family. A new title can replicate the whimsy and more fantastical elements seen in her classic Silver Age books, making Kara Zor-El unique compared to the other Kryptonians. Given that the upcoming Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow movie will help raise her profile again, giving her an ongoing title is a surefire way to coincide with this success.

Debut: Captain Atom #83 by Steve Ditko

Jaime Reyes is the “modern” Blue Beetle, but he’s not the only one. Try as DC might, the character has never had much consistent success as a solo hero. Perhaps the next step to find said success would be to focus on another version of the character. Instead of trying yet again with Jaime, a Ted Kord: Blue Beetle book could go in a far different direction, tapping into the issues that fans have with another hero.

A Ted Kord-led book could have the character cast as a functional Spider-Man since many are disappointed with how Marvel uses that character. Featuring the comedy and relatable aspects associated with that character, it could be the perfect vehicle to finally get Ted Kord over. Since Kord hasn’t had his own solo title in decades, it’s more than worth giving the idea a shot.

8 The Other Wonder Girls Deserve a Book

Debut: The Brave and the Bold #60 by Bob Haney and Bruno Premiani (Donna Troy); Wonder Woman #105 by John Byrne (Cassie Sandsmark); Dark Nights: Death Metal #7 by Joelle Jones

Much ado has been made over the past year with the introduction of Trinity in Tom King’s Wonder Woman run. Adding to this is the fact that she’s already getting an ongoing series. With an entirely new character set to receive her own book, the other Wonder Girls in the Wonder Woman Family deserve one, too.

The title can be a miniseries, but it should be ongoing since the entirely new Trinity is getting one. Wonder Girls could be a sort of team book, with Donna Troy, Cassandra Sandsmark and even Yara Flor working together to take down various magical and mythological threats. This way, the Wonder Woman Family can be cemented in her own title and in another book, giving the characters the same respect as the Batman Family.

7 DC Shouldn’t Forget the Young Justice Society

Debut: Stargirl: The Lost Children #6 by Geoff Johns and Todd Nauck

DC’s “New Golden Age” books were a mixed bag given that, despite many of the books being well-received, Geoff Johns’ Justice Society of America title was frequently delayed, derailing momentum. One of the cooler elements introduced in this period was the Young Justice Society, which comprised lost sidekicks from the Golden Age era. Many of these characters may fade into the background with Johns’ time on the book ending.

This would certainly be a shame, as there’s a lot of material to mine from this group. An ongoing series could focus on the Young Justice Society’s modern-day adventures together as a team while also showcasing each individual hero’s Golden Age past. Not only would it keep the JSA brand alive alongside Jeff Lemire’s new title, but it would ensure that these new young heroes weren’t created in vain.

6 Mr. Terrific Is Already Set to Be In the DCU

Debut: Spectre #54 by John Ostrander and Tom Mandrake

Mr. Terrific, with one major exception, has never been much of a solo hero. At the same time, he has a lot of potential to succeed in this realm. After all, he’s one of the JSA members with the least legacy given that Terry Sloane was never a particularly mainstream hero. As an incredibly intelligent entrepreneur who relies on his gadgetry and intellect, a new Mr. Terrific ongoing book could showcase the Batman formula from a different perspective.

While Mr. Terrific has the JSA, he doesn’t have an extensive “family” of related heroes like the Batman Family. This could make him more “grounded” than the Caped Crusader from a danger standpoint, all while he goes on more science fiction-based adventures. Likewise, introducing his son as one of the Lost Children is a plot point that the series could build upon, turning him into a somewhat bewildered and reluctant dad.

5 The Teen Titans are Currently MIA

Debut: The Brave and the Bold #54 by Bob Haney and Bruno Premiani

The youthful Teen Titans are one of the most iconic and important DC Universe teams, but at the moment, they are in any books. Instead, the older “Titans” are the ones with an ongoing, leaving the younger generation without a narrative home. Countless young DC heroes have been overlooked since DC Rebirth, and a new Teen Titans ongoing can finally fix this absence.

A relaunched Teen Titans book could feature Damian Wayne/Robin leading a team of various young heroes and sidekicks, from Bunker and Skitter to Crush, Lagoon Boy and perhaps even Blue Beetle. Different generations of young heroes could be involved, while the team faces entirely new villains that aren’t replays of pre-existing foes. This would bring the teenage team back in a big way while also moving them forward for once.

Debut: Stars and S.T.R.I.P.E #0 by Geoff Johns and Lee Moder

Once known as the new Star-Spangled Kid, Courtney Whitmore has operated more in the Justice Society as Stargirl. She’s rarely had her own ongoing title since she debuted, and whenever the JSA goes on hiatus, she almost always does the same. Given that she initially won’t be a part of the relaunched JSA title, it’s only fair if Stargirl gets a new book for her stories and adventures.

This can finally develop her world outside the shadow of the JSA and their Golden Age legacy, giving her a firm rogues gallery and supporting cast. Likewise, she could interact with similar young heroes like Cyclone, who has rarely been seen since before Flashpoint. It’s a great way to expand the JSA and potential Young Justice Society titles whilemaking Stargirl stand on her own.

3 Monkey Prince Is DC’s Most Successful New Character

Debut: DC Festival of Heroes: The Asian Superhero Celebration #1 by Gene Luen Yang, Bernard Chang and Jessica Chen

Introduced a few years back, Monkey Prince is a rather unique DC character. He lives in Gotham City (at least initially), but his magical powers are more tied to Chinese mythology. This makes him a perfect character to explore youthful adventures and more magic-based concepts. Though his series has since ended, a new Monkey Prince could build upon the success of the first series and establish his place in the DC Universe.

It helps that Monkey Prince isn’t a legacy character or someone replacing a previous hero. This is likely a big part of why he’s gotten over when so many other young heroes at Marvel Comics and DC Comics have failed. His ties to the overall DC Universe are already strong, and by making these tighter while also building up his own little corner of the world, Monkey Prince can be cemented as one of DC’s staple heroes.

2 Fans are Desperate for a New Aquaman Book

Debut: More Fun Comics #73 by Mort Weisinger and Paul Norris

Aquaman’s DC Rebirth book ended long ago, with many fans disappointed in the direction it took with the last creative team change. Since then, the King of the Seven Seas has somewhat floundered despite him being one of the few characters in the DC Extended Universe with a successful movie. As a firm member of the Justice League, Aquaman should always have an ongoing title, and the time to relaunch this book is now.

Much like Wonder Woman’s book, a successful Aquaman title needs to emphasize his connection to a more magical and mythological scope. At the same time, care needs to be taken not to simply repeat the same royal throne politics of the past few runs and allow Arthur Curry to actually be a confident, successful king alongside Mera. It would also help to bring back characters such as the Lorena Marquez Aquagirl and even Aquaman’s son Koryak, building the Aquaman Family to be stronger than ever.

1 Martian Manhunter Is DC’s Most Overlooked Hero

Debut: Detective Comics #225 by Joseph Samachson and Joe Certa

Despite being the so-called heart and soul of the Justice League, Martian Manhunter has rarely had an ongoing book of his own. He’s largely been treated as an overlooked seventh member of the team, with the New 52 reboot controversially getting rid of even this. Now that his continuity has been restored, it’s time to build upon this by making Martian Manhunter front and center in the DC Universe with a new book.

Much like the acclaimed John Ostrander run on the character, a new Martian Manhunter title should showcase what he does beyond his role in the Justice League. This includes the usual, such as a supporting cast, villains, and a love interest. Likewise, the detective aspect of the character allows for more narrative and thematic experimentation, making him a mix between the alien powers of Superman and the noir mysteries of Batman. It’s time for DC’s All-In initiative to finally take this opportunity to further explore one of the best members of the Justice League.