WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers for ABSOLUTE POWER #4!
For over a year, DC has attempted to convince fans that theTitanscould stand shoulder to shoulder with theJustice League. While the Nightwing-led team is undeniably one of the strongest in comics, claiming they could replace the Justice League was always a hard sell. Many fans welcomed the shift, but others remained skeptical that the Titans could truly measure up. Now, it seems DC is finally acknowledging that the doubters had a point.
A key point to watch in upcoming releases will be Nightwing’s role within Justice League Unlimited.
TheAbsolute Powercrisis event, led by Mark Waid and Dan Mora, that pitted DC’s heroes against Amanda Waller and her power-stealing Amazons for months has finally reached its conclusion inAbsolute Power#4. This final issue delivered several standout moments, but none more significant than the closing page, which features a key conversation between Green Arrow, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman.
In this conversation, Green Arrow voices what’s been on the minds of many—despite the Titans' undeniable strength and contributions to the DCU,the void left by the Justice League’s disbandment has never truly been filled by the other team.
Green Arrow Calls Out the Justice League’s Stupidity for Letting the Titans Replace Them
“With Respect to the Titans…The World Needs a Justice League.”– Green Arrow inAbsolute Power#4
After DC’s heroes claim victory over Amanda Waller, the Trinity confrontsGreen Arrow about seemingly betraying themby working for Waller. While it’s now clear that Green Arrow never truly betrayed the team, Wonder Woman, Superman, and Batman are less than pleased that Oliver kept his plan to himself, especially given the consequences that led to several heroes getting injured in the crossfire. Green Arrow admits his mistakes but quickly shifts the conversation, pointing out thatthey all share blame for nearly allowing Waller to succeed in her planto rid the world of its heroes.
The key failure, he emphasizes, was the simple fact that they’re no longer a unified team. Oliver elaborates, explaining that if they had maintained the constant communication they once had as part of the Justice League, they would have never been caught off guard by Waller’s scheme. He acknowledges the Titans and their accomplishments in their absence but asserts,“We were ridiculously irresponsible to break up the band.”While he doesn’t outright discredit the Titans,the subtext is clear: no team, no matter how capable, can truly replace the Justice League.Oliver concludes his thoughts by saying,“… the world needs a Justice League.”
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The Titans are starring in a brand-new series from Tom Taylor and Nicola Scott, where the group of heroes are replacing the Justice League.
Absolute Power Teases the Formation of JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMTED
Justice League Unlimited Is the Answer to Past DCU Hero Failures
Green Arrow’s call for the Justice League to reunite is one of the most significant moments in this comic, as it hints at one of the key changes coming with DC’s ALL IN initiative—the formation of JUSTICE LEAGUE UNLIMITED.The debut of this new Justice League inDC ALL IN SPECIAL#1 is a direct response to Oliver’s criticisms inAbsolute Power#4about the heroes’ disconnection and lack of unity. But the formation of the Justice League isn’t just about a new name; it’s about a whole new approach to team dynamics.
As revealed inALL IN SPECIAL#1, the most significant change is the expansion of membership.Whereas the Justice League once limited their ranks, they are now inviting every hero on Earth to join, creating a roster with unlimited capacity. This shift aims to foster greater unity within the hero community, with the goal of preventing crises likeAbsolute Powerfrom happening again. This marks the beginning of a new era for the Justice League, one focused on inclusivity and collaboration, as they strive to become stronger and more united than ever before.
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DC has gone through several different eras over the decades, and it seems the next one will be a mix of both Rebirth and the controversial New 52.
Will DC’s ALL IN Initiative Continue to Elevate Nightwing in the Hero Ranks?
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The inclusion of the Titans in the Justice League’s new roster helps smooth the transition between teams, ensuring the younger team’s accomplishments are acknowledged. A key point to watch will be Nightwing’s role within Justice League Unlimited. With Dawn of DC and Absolute Power, DC worked to establish Dick Grayson as a leader among heroes. Now, with Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman back, it will be interesting to seewhere Nightwing ranks among themand whether DC continues to elevate him to the same level as the Trinity, both in the eyes of fans and otherJustice Leaguecharacters.
ABSOLUTE POWER #4 (2024)
