The first season of the DC animated series, Creature 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, including nods to previous DCU projects and the introduction of iconic heroes and villains.

Table of Contents

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

Peacemaker 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. References to its events are made by John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, who appears in the animated series. Peacemaker himself also makes an appearance. 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: Cerci originates from Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home); Dr. Phosphorus operated in Gotham; the Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news outlet employing Clark Kent and Lois Lane, is mentioned; and Dr. Phosphorus's wife hails from Bialia, the origin of the Scarab that empowered Blue Beetle. Image: ensigame.com

Other locations include Bloodhaven (Nightwing's base) and Star City (Green Arrow's city). A character's mention of serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, Ram Khan's homeland, further connects the series to established DC lore.

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. The show's portrayal of Sgt. Rock follows his appearances in the 1959 comic Our Army at War and various other series.

Dr. Will Magnus

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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, introduces another key figure from DC comics.

Class Z Villains from the DC Universe

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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man (from comics and Doom Patrol) and Bloody Millipede (a Wonder Woman adversary). Other notable inmates include Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. Image: ensigame.com

Weasel's Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the 1940s comic strip Lady-at-Law.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision, shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci, 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 murder and replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series).

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 a confrontation with Batman.

New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and comprising King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, an upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. This sets the stage for season two.