Terry McGinnis first appears in the Futures End( Reading Order) series. This version of Terry seems to share much of his history with the version of Terry from the Batman Beyond TV show, though the exact extent of their shared history is unclear. In this era, Batman Beyond (Terry McGinnis) is reintroduced to the DC Comics Universe. Jump to: New 52 – Rebirth – Universe New 52 All of this can be found under the “Continuity” section of each link. Every “Review” link will provide a detailed continuity breakdown of that story and will explain any reference the story makes to other aspects of the DC Universe. The continuity details relating to each specific storyline are explained in the “Review” of each storyline. It may not encompass every one of his appearances, but is an outline of the major ones and the stories that affect them. Overall: Batman Beyond: Neo Year #1 is essential reading for any fan of the show.This reading order is designed to give an outline of major storylines featuring Batman Beyond (Terry McGinnis) throughout DC Comics. Top to bottom, this is the sequel to the show I’ve always wanted, an enticing step forward that places the title comfortably on my sub list. It just felt right, and I could hear the series voice actors in my head with each scene, a novel but welcome experience for me with Batman Beyond comics. While I tend to reserve perfect scores, there was no part of this book I didn’t love. Dunbar and Cheng own the sci-fi roots, cleverly melding technological advancements with the seediness Gotham is known for. Neo Gotham itself is wonderfully rendered and reminiscent of the mean, neon-drenched streets of Blade Runner or Akira. Nods and Easter eggs are sprinkled throughout, carefully placed soas to never be distracting or overwrought (the word “schway” only appears twice). Much like the plot, the landscape is lovingly crafted as tribute and sequel to its source material. Tying all of this together seamlessly is the brilliant art of Max Dunbar with Sebastian Cheng colors. Nostalgic though it may be, this property has been in a holding pattern for some time now, as unsure of its place in the world as its protagonist. Most have been content to retread plotlines from the show or simply pit the new Batman against the old one’s foes. As with any work of fiction whose futuristic date has come and gone, there’s a delightfully anachronistic feel to this series that has proven difficult to recapture in subsequent offerings. Originally conceived as a more kid-friendly take on the caped crusader (laser weapons instead of guns, a high school protagonist, etc.), the Batman Beyond show evolved into one of the most mature, nuanced entries in Paul Dini and Bruce Timm’s already impressive DC Animated Universe. But Batman Beyond - Neo Year #1 clears with flying colors, taking the franchise to thrilling new heights. Suffice it to say the bar was high going into this first issue. And before that, Batman: Urban Legends #7 served as a backdoor pilot for a new and exciting direction for the mainline comic. Just last week, we were treated to Sean Murphy and Dave Stewart’s brilliant, haunting vision of Neo Gotham in Batman: Beyond the White Knight. By Harrison Stewart - What a time to be a Batman Beyond fan.
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