All references and cameos from the animated series Creature Commandos

The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," concludes, launching a fresh DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers woven into the show's seven episodes. These include introductions and cameos of classic DC heroes and villains, plus connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.

Table of Contents:

• Peacemaker and Suicide Squad Canonicity
• Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
• Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
• Dr. Will Magnus
• Class Z Villains from DC Comics
• Weasel's Lawyer
• Justice League and Other DC Heroes
• Clayface
• First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
• The New Creature Commandos

Peacemaker and Suicide Squad Canonicity

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While stated pre-release by Gunn, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself appear, referencing Peacemaker events. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

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The series features locations crucial to established DC lore: Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home), Gotham (Dr. Phosphorus's criminal past), Metropolis (Galaxy Broadcasting System), and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's association). Bialia, home to Queen Bee and the Scarab, is also referenced. A soldier's mention of serving with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur, Ram Khan's homeland, adds another layer of interconnectivity. Star City, Green Arrow's city, is the setting for Mermaid's origin story.

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Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. The show's inclusion of Sgt. Rock, a character with extensive comic book history, further solidifies the show's place within the larger DC universe.

Dr. Will Magnus

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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men, introduces another significant element of DC's robotic landscape.

Class Z Villains from DC Comics

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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man, Bloody Millipede, Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu. The inclusion of these characters adds depth and expands the universe's established rogues' gallery.

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Weasel's Lawyer

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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates, a character from the 1940s comic strip, Lady-at-Law.

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision showcases numerous cameos, including Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacemaker, Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd. The sheer number of appearances underscores the interconnectedness of the DCU.

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Clayface

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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, a Batman adversary, voiced by Alan Tudyk. Tudyk's portrayal of Clayface across multiple DC projects highlights the actor's versatility.

First Glimpse of the New DC Cinematic Universe Batman

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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story in episode six involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and Batman's subsequent capture of the villain.

New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. This sets the stage for future storylines.