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Grant Morrison and their creative team have significantly enriched the DC Universe with memorable characters and storylines. Just consider Doom Patrol, which gave us a reality-bending strongman and a living street offering refuge to the unusual. Their work on Batman introduced disturbing villains like Professor Pyg and the unsettling Doctor Hurt. Morrison has made a huge impact on DC Comics, and it’s tough to choose their most brilliant creations. But here are 10 of the best DC characters that originated from Grant Morrison’s imagination.

Alexandre Aja’s Crawl is a standout animal thriller, featuring a desperate fight for survival against alligators in a flooded space during a massive hurricane. Netflix’s new film, Thrash, which premiered on April 10th, follows a similar premise. Directed by Tommy Wirkola and starring Phoebe Dynevor, Thrash is set in a coastal town overwhelmed by a Category 5 hurricane and a dangerous group of sharks. The story focuses on a pregnant woman and a teenager with extreme anxiety as they struggle to survive being stranded.

Homelander is still obsessed with Starlight, and Vought and the White House are counting on her to be the biggest obstacle to their messaging. While Starlight is definitely the most vocal critic of their propaganda, other characters in The Boys actually seem better equipped to take down Homelander – both in terms of physical strength and emotional resilience. In fact, a character who could be key to the fight has been quietly building strength in the first two episodes of the final season, hinting at a major return. Ultimately, the series needs to conclude with Homelander confronting his son.

Released in 2023, Honkai: Star Rail has quickly become a major hit for game developer Hoyoverse. This role-playing game, featuring a ‘gacha’ system, tells a story of interstellar travel, letting players explore numerous planets and meet a wide variety of characters. Recently, a new trailer for a segment of the game called “Death in The Afternoon” was revealed, showcasing animation by the studio MAPPA. While it’s currently unknown if this is part of a larger project, it could signal the start of an exciting new direction for the Honkai: Star Rail universe. You can watch the trailer below.

The game, said to be a 120 GB download, follows the story of the hunter from the world of Metro 2033, taking place between January 2033 and December 2034. It’s expected to feature a completely open world where players can revisit areas they’ve already explored. Players will also be able to craft different kinds of ammunition, improve their suit, and complete side quests like investigating rumors throughout the various stations.

Okay, so I’ve been following this industry insider, Nick Baker – he’s usually spot-on with Xbox news, but he covers everything, including Nintendo and even Fortnite. He’s saying that Super Mario Maker 3 is in development for the new Switch 2, but that’s all he’s shared for now. No hints about when we might see it, or even when it could come out – seriously, nothing! But here’s the good news: he also mentioned that Luigi’s Mansion 4 is happening, and it’s currently aiming for a 2027 release on the Switch 2. It’s early days, but that’s awesome to hear!

ComicConnect is auctioning off the original cover art for Superman #75, drawn by Dan Jurgens. As of today, the current bid is a remarkable $413,111, and there’s still over two days left to bid! This issue famously sold over 6 million copies and kicked off the legendary “Funeral for a Friend” and “Reign of the Supermen” storylines. The cover is being sold as part of a special auction dedicated to the “Death of Superman” and includes other original artwork from the issue.

According to Variety, actor Louis Partridge, known for his role in House of Guinness, is a serious contender to be the next James Bond. It’s more than just a betting odds possibility – he’s a genuine candidate. While it’s still just speculation, if Partridge is being considered, it indicates Amazon is looking for a much younger Bond than previous actors. At 23 years old, he would be considerably younger than any Bond actor was when they first took on the role.

Warning: Spoilers below for Scrubs, Season 10, Episode 8, “My Odds”

Many characters in Marvel Comics have bonded with symbiotes, like Eddie Brock and Mary Jane Watson. Now, in Web of Venom #1, a surprising new host is revealed: Fred Myers, the often-overlooked Spider-Man villain Boomerang. This minor criminal has teamed up with a brand new symbiote called the Passenger, creating a powerful and dangerous combination. After years of being a comedic figure, Marvel is giving Boomerang – now calling himself Comeback – a major transformation and a chance to become a serious threat.