Villain Month is coming soon from DC, and with such a considerable amount of iconic villains roaming the DC Universe, it was extremely hard for their creators and editors to figure out who to best represent these books for the month. I mean, this is a company with a storied history and a vaunted lineup of 52 (or so) books to cover. How do you accurately represent your villain community without leaving some greats behind?
The answer is: you can’t.
Today on Countdown, we have an inside look at the ten last cuts DC had for their villains month, and we’re certain once you’ve seen the list you will find it hard not to shout “WHAT THE FIFTY TWO?!” in response that these giants haven’t made the cut.
Okay, maybe we made a few of them up. Either way, who are you hoping to see in this initiative? Share in the comments, and share the thoughts on our “insider” look as well.
10. The Fiddler
Book Meant to Take Over: Earth 2
The Plot: Jay Garrick’s greatest enemy stands revealed, and it’s the dreaded FIDDLER. When Isaac Bowin loses the lead violin chair in Keystone City’s symphony, he proves everyone who’s boss by using his fearsome mind control powers that come from his fiddle to enslave the city. This is one solo act you won’t want to miss, as it goes on tour in Bowin’s deadly Fiddlemobile performing his sonata of terror. Death. Destruction. Thy name is The Fiddler.
9. Blue Snowman
Book Meant to Take Over: Batwoman
The Plot: Blue Snowman makes her first appearance in the New 52! Yes, we said her! DC welcomes their first transgender villain in the most spectacular fashion…during VILLAIN MONTH! What happens when a female scientist who can transform into a male with cold weather abilities decides to perform the heist of the century by robbing all of Gotham’s banks by creating a snowpocalypse to cover her tracks?! Well, our guess is, however it turns out, it’ll be a cold day in hell when Batwoman let’s this happen on her watch.
8. Doctor Spectro
Book Meant to Take Over: Green Arrow
The Plot: When Dr. Tom Emery is forced at gunpoint to use his spectacular emotion-controlling prisms to help a gang of hoodlums rob a local Qdoba, something goes awry with a deep fryer, causing the prisms to become fused with Emery (and for him to perpetually smell of tortillas). Furious at his plight in life, he goes on a crime spree across Star City looking for vengeance for what happened to him, he comes across Green Arrow, whose only emotion in response is…laughter. Because Doctor Spectro is hilarious looking. Can Spectro’s emotion controlling powers make Green Arrow rue the day he laughed at the completely ridiculous Doctor Spectro? Can anyone get Spectro in front of a mirror before he goes a day longer wearing that absurd costume? Chances are, you’ll find out in the first appearance of this next great villain.
7. Killer Moth
Book Meant to Take Over: Batman
The Plot: While imprisoned prisoner number 234026 views a newscast about Batman’s exploits that changes his life. Upon release from prison he takes up the false identity of Cameron van Cleer and sets out to use his stashed fortune to prove himself the better Batman. Taking on the mantle of Killer Moth he sets out to create his own violent vigilante identity. Will the newly minted Killer Moth become the next big hero of Gotham or will his plan end up in moth balls only to be replaced by villainy?! We suggest you read the issue if you want to know the answer!
6. Crazy Quilt
Book Meant to Take Over: Nightwing
The Plot: Criminal mastermind Paul Dekker was blinded in a terrifying accident at a Bed Bath and Beyond, and regained his sight thanks to a helmet that only allowed him to see bright colors but also allowed him to fire lasers and hypnotize anyone who dares face the Crazy Quilt’s gaze. When he heads back to Chicago to take out Dick Grayson, the man whose shopping cart bumped Dekker into the rack of Flex Seal that blinded him at BBB, Grayson’s life becomes a cross stitch of doom at the power of the the third most feared person ever to have an origin tied to a domestic merchandise retail store. You won’t want to avert your eyes, unless you capture the Crazy Quilt’s ire!
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5. Rainbow Raider
Book Meant to Take Over: The Flash
The Plot: Introducing the Flash’s newest and most fearsome Rogue: RAINBOW RAIDER! Introducing Roy Bivolo, a man born colorblind who utilizes goggles that emit colored force beams that allow him to essentially ride rainbows! Yes! He can ride rainbows! What else do you need to know about this book?! Give us your fucking money! Also, this issue comes with special tear out glasses that when worn while reading the comic causes the effects of staring through a prism! Why?! Because then you too can emit rainbows from your eyes! MONEY. NOW!
4. Sportsmaster
Book Meant to Take Over: Batgirl
The Plot: After his potential career as a professional baseball career for the Gotham Knights flamed out due to his usage of Miraclo pills to get ahead (unlike his completely clean father!), Ken Griffey Jr. Jr. resorts to a life of crime. Armed with a bat made from Amazonium and a set of exploding baseballs, this Miraclo-fueled madman has set his sights on Gotham City and has Batgirl in an 0-2 count with no runners on. What can stop the brand new Sportsmaster as he’s about to pull off the Grand Slam of bank robberies, besides Bud Selig, a swelling head and a severe case of acne? Find out in “The Sportsmaster’s Home Run.”
3. Condiment King
Book Meant to Take Over: Detective Comics
The Plot: With Villain Month spreading across the New 52, Condiment King steps into the spotlight and intends to relish every minute of it! When comedian Buddy Standler couldn’t quite cut the mustard he turned to a life of crime to support his family. While he has found more success as a career criminal then he ever did doling out jokes things are about to ketchup with him! What happens when the World’s Greatest Detective meets Costco’s largest purchaser of condiments?! You’ll only find that answer here!
2. Egg Fu
Book Meant to Take Over: Wonder Woman
The Plot: Wonder Woman has faced down the gods, but is that anything next to the fear created by a sentient egg creature who is a horrifically racist Chinese stereotype? No! Taking things back to the root of the character, Egg Fu is a mad genius who talks like Mickey Rooney’s Mr. Yunioshi from “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” but has true evil in his soul — AND HIS MUSTACHE! Can Wonder Woman escape when Egg Fu’s mustache – the one substance stronger than her own Golden Lasso – gets around her? Will Steve Trevor get out of the “Clockwork Orange”-esque Communist brainwash device he’s trapped in with time to save her? Don’t miss this story that will assuredly make people forget DC’s latest controversy with a book that makes “Katana” look like “The Joy Luck Club.”
1. Condor and Swan
Book Meant to Take Over: Birds of Prey
The Plot: In the return that no one demanded besides 4 Color News & Brews, Condor and Swan fly back into the New 52 and attempt to belt out the Birds’ Swan Song! When these avian avatars of death, destruction and dismemberment return, will the Birds of Prey be able to clip their wings?! Find out here in the issue that will have more impact on the New 52 than a pigeon face planting into a freshly cleaned window! Guest Starring Hawk and Dove!
