Should Captain Atom stay in Wildstorm after the mini is over?

[Cameron Scott]

My answer is Yes. I mean he is already getting top tier status right now and DC has already done enough twisting his continuity around. I would love to see him lead the WildCATS imo as a great leader like he was back in the JLE. Lastly, I am enjoying the mini much more than the last 5 years of him being a guest star in some main event one shots(V&V is one example).

Thoughts?

[Joe Illidge]

It reminds me of Marvel's misguided attempts to do the same thing with Black Knight, I think it was, after they acquired the Malibu Ultraverse.

If DC knew what to do with Captain Atom, they wouldn't have to move him to the WS Uni.

People like Captain Atom should be harbingers of the future, deity-level figures, not hanging with Grifter and his crew.

The juxtaposition doesn't strike me as compatible.

[Blake Petit]

It reminds me of Marvel's misguided attempts to do the same thing with Black Knight, I think it was, after they acquired the Malibu Ultraverse.

If DC knew what to do with Captain Atom, they wouldn't have to move him to the WS Uni.

People like Captain Atom should be harbingers of the future, deity-level figures, not hanging with Grifter and his crew.

The juxtaposition doesn't strike me as compatible.

Actually, the juxtaposition is working quite well, I think. Cap is interacting with Majestic and the Wildcats, but they're treating him like a "deity-level" figure, particularly considering what his presence in the WSU portends.

I don't think he should necessarily stay in that universe, but for the purposes of the story, I think it's working quite well.

[BatmanSmells]

Does anyone else think that this is going to be part of DC's restructuring during Crisis. Like bringing back multiple Earth's. Do you think Cap is going to be the only one deported? Because so far it's really working, but I don't know how many times they can repeat the same storyline dozens of times with varying DC b-list characters.

[thestarguy]

Does anyone else think that this is going to be part of DC's restructuring during Crisis. Like bringing back multiple Earth's. Do you think Cap is going to be the only one deported? Because so far it's really working, but I don't know how many times they can repeat the same storyline dozens of times with varying DC b-list characters.


I don't feel that this is directly a part of the current DC universe restructuring, but I do feel that there will be significant long-term repercussions as a result of the conclusion of this storyline, both for Captain Atom and the Wildstorm Universe. I also don't think that that they intend to do this repeatedly with various B-list characters, either. I strictly feel that DC wants to specifically elevate Captain Atom's visible profile and increase his public popularity WITHOUT him stepping into Superman's territory (or more importantly, his marketing space). I'm also practically certain that, if this series continues to sell well, some kind of Captain Atom ongoing series will be announced at the conclusion of this mini. The real question is whether or not that series will be in the Wildstorm Universe or in the DC Universe. By acknowledging that the Wildstorm Universe can be accessed by a DC Universe character, DC has unofficially confirmed that the Multiverse exists again, even if they aren't calling it the Multiverse yet.

[Blake Petit]

By acknowledging that the Wildstorm Universe can be accessed by a DC Universe character, DC has unofficially confirmed that the Multiverse exists again, even if they aren't calling it the Multiverse yet.

DC has acknowledged multiple universes for years, ever since the concept of Hypertime was introduced. And this isn't the first time that these two universes have crossed over either -- Majestic crossed into the DCU last year and stayed there for some time -- until the first issue of his current ongoing series, in fact.

[Chapel]

Personally I would love to see more crossovers. I think Eradicator should go to Wildstorm and they should send someone over to us. Events like this help introduce new readers to the different verse. I would never have given wildstorm the time of day in a clock shop if it wasn't for the Magjestic/DC cross and the CA/Wildstorm cross.

[thestarguy]

Personally I would love to see more crossovers. I think Eradicator should go to Wildstorm and they should send someone over to us. Events like this help introduce new readers to the different verse. I would never have given wildstorm the time of day in a clock shop if it wasn't for the Magjestic/DC cross and the CA/Wildstorm cross.


Eradicator going to Wildstorm could be an intriguing idea...if he actually stayed there. Captain Atom, on the other hand I would really like to return to the DC Universe, especially if he ends up being changed by the experience, which I'm betting he will be.

[thestarguy]

Personally I would love to see more crossovers. I think Eradicator should go to Wildstorm and they should send someone over to us. Events like this help introduce new readers to the different verse. I would never have given wildstorm the time of day in a clock shop if it wasn't for the Magjestic/DC cross and the CA/Wildstorm cross.


You snagged the Reality Gem, Huh?
Man, I am REALLY jealous of all of you Infinity Watch guys! :)

[thestarguy]

Just a thought....but, since we know that DC is cancelling JLA for an indefinite period of time, what if DC's secret plan is to have Captain Atom return from the Wildstorm Universe and establish some sort of "Justice Batallion" modelled after the Authority? If there were no JLA in existence when he did this, it could have some serious repercussions! :O

[Justin Byrd]

Just a thought....but, since we know that DC is cancelling JLA for an indefinite period of time, what if DC's secret plan is to have Captain Atom return from the Wildstorm Universe and establish some sort of "Justice Batallion" modelled after the Authority? If there were no JLA in existence when he did this, it could have some serious repercussions! :O
Wasn't "Justice Batallion" the name of the team that Magog had in Kingdom Come.....? :eek:

[Cameron Scott]

Just a thought....but, since we know that DC is cancelling JLA for an indefinite period of time, what if DC's secret plan is to have Captain Atom return from the Wildstorm Universe and establish some sort of "Justice Batallion" modelled after the Authority? If there were no JLA in existence when he did this, it could have some serious repercussions! :O

That wouldn't be such a bad idea, and all the Charlton characters can be used also.

Blue Beetle - Engineer, especially the new BB
Question - Jack Hawksmoor(due to his recent powerup)
Nightshade - Jenny Sparks(different powers but Nightshade is a pretty powerful mystic with Blink-esqe teleportation abilities)
Captain Atom - Apollo of course
Judomaster - Midnighter
? - Doctor If Peter Cannon was allowed back, he can have a huge push in his psionic powers along with his chi manipulating abilities that can somewhat mimick Doctor's mystic abilties.

Anyways, it would be nice, and it would be sweet if they trashed the Elite.

[thestarguy]

DC has acknowledged multiple universes for years, ever since the concept of Hypertime was introduced. And this isn't the first time that these two universes have crossed over either -- Majestic crossed into the DCU last year and stayed there for some time -- until the first issue of his current ongoing series, in fact.


Agreed! The real clincher was during Captain Atom:Armageddon #2 where Majestic shows Cap 73 other Earths that can potentially be accessed.

[Six_Winged]

I think CA should stay in Wildstorm. His powers and character just seems so right for that universe plus he got the added bonus of having his dignity back :p

[thestarguy]

I think the key is his dignity & how well he is treated & being handled as a character. I'd personally prefer that he return to the DC Universe because there are tons of good villians and potential situations that he could add a great deal to, but frankly if he's treated anything like he's been recently then forget it. In Wildstorm he is a big deal, and he deserves to be. :banana:

[jonsnow]

I am undecided on whether or not he should return. All I know is that this is definately one of my fav books.

[Blake Petit]

I think "should" is the problematic word for me. I'll tell you exactly what "should" happen -- whatever the best story pitched to the DC editors happens to be, regardless of which universe it places him in.

[Cameron Scott]

Q: How does the Wildstorm universe tie into Crisis and 52 other than with Captain Atom? Or does it?

DD: It does. Wait and see.

From: http://www.newsarama.com/dcnew/InfiniteCrisis/Counseling03.htm

I wonder how this is goign to be played out. Thoughts?

[Blake Petit]

No thoughts yet, but did you notice Cap's cameo in IC #3?

[Cameron Scott]

No thoughts yet, but did you notice Cap's cameo in IC #3?

Yes I did, as he was shown in a mirror with his current WS costume.

I also notice that Breach would be taking his place now in the power surge thingy. Can't wait for Infinite Crisis #4 to come out to see what the others think of him.

[jonsnow]

Wherever he ends up I would be happy as long as he keeps the new look.

[Blake Petit]

I like the new look too, actually, but I DO demand an explanation. Why did getting blasted to a new universe give him a new costume? :hrm:

[Cameron Scott]

I like the new look too, actually, but I DO demand an explanation. Why did getting blasted to a new universe give him a new costume? :hrm:

He had the costume in LAW miniseries and the start of Formely Known as the Justice League. He can change it at will because he has total control over his alien metal bonded to him.

As to why he changed it is another case entirely.

[thestarguy]

I like the new look too, actually, but I DO demand an explanation. Why did getting blasted to a new universe give him a new costume? :hrm:

I personally prefer the old look, but I will concede that the new look is being handled very well by the current artist, and it projects a very tense & foreboding appearance. I'm now definitely comfortable with it for the remainder of this series. And I would eventually like a good explanation as to why he seems to be stuck in this costume while he is in the Wildstorm Universe as well.

[WhereIsTony]

turns out CA is ending up in comics limbo

[JX141]

That sucks!?! :((

[WhereIsTony]

Well, Still no good use of Cap Atom

[Picard]

A shame really, as his short visit to the Wildstorm universe is what made the character interesting too me.

[JX141]

Well, Still no good use of Cap Atom
What prompts that? Not that I disagree just might have missed something.

A shame really, as his short visit to the Wildstorm universe is what made the character interesting too me.

Oh I absolutely agree and they should bring him back in that costume too