As a seasoned gamer and DC Universe aficionado with over two decades of immersion in the rich tapestry of superhero lore, I find myself intrigued by the latest developments surrounding James Gunn’s Creature Commandos. The connection to his previous projects like The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker is undeniably compelling, yet it remains to be seen whether this animated series will seamlessly integrate into the new DCU timeline.
As a devoted fan, I’ve been eagerly following James Gunn’s updates on the Creature Commandos. He’s shed some light on its timeline with Superman and Peacemaker, but I can’t help but wonder if this upcoming animated series is directly tied to his previous DC Universe projects. Are the characters and storyline also set within the new DCU timeline? And where exactly does the Creature Commandos fit in this continuity? Here’s a breakdown of what we know so far.
When does Creature Commandos take place in the DCU after The Suicide Squad?
In the opening scene of James Gunn’s Creature Commandos, it’s revealed that the story unfolds about two years following the events of The Suicide Squad. Rick Flag Sr. mournfully recalls his son’s passing on August 17, 2021. Therefore, we can anticipate that Creature Commandos is set in late 2023 or possibly early 2024.
Is The Suicide Squad canon to the DCU’s events?
Only certain segments of James Gunn’s previous works like ‘The Suicide Squad’ and ‘Peacemaker’ are valid within the DC Universe. When asked about what aspects of these productions are canon to the DCU, Gunn stated that whatever is referenced in future projects will be considered so.
In his interview, with Collider, he further explained:
“Peacemaker, as you know, is straightforward. The events of Peacemaker Season 1 can be considered as established facts, except for the brief appearance of Justice League at the end, which will be further explored in Peacemaker Season 2. The storyline from Suicide Squad might have some leeway.
Gunn clarified:
It’s clear that Rick Flag Sr.’s anger stems from his son being killed by Peacemaker. This event is established as part of the comics’ history, but it was only mentioned in “Creature Commandos”, not necessarily depicted in “Suicide Squad”. When referring to events involving Suicide Squad and Peacemaker, I consider them as potentially flawed accounts of what transpired within the DC Universe.
In addition to his remarks, the first episode of Creature Commandos corroborates numerous events from The Suicide Squad as canon. Not only does Rick Flag Jr.’s death occur, but Amanda Waller also verifies that Project Starfish took place within the DCU’s timeline, and Weasel manages to survive, consistent with the ending of The Suicide Squad.
It’s intriguing to find out which additional elements from The Suicide Squad and Peacemaker will be confirmed as part of the continuity in future projects like Superman and Peacemaker Season 2.
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2024-12-07 00:40