Strange and Unsung All-Stars of the DC Multiverse: A Visual Encyclopedia

by Stephanie Williams, James Gunn (Foreword)

Move over Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman—Peacemaker is now on the scene and he’s bringing along more than 100 of the most colorful characters from all corners of the DC multiverse in this officially licensed book. 

Peacemaker had a long road to the spotlight and he’s not alone. There are dozens of unique, sometimes absurd, and yet truly memorable characters waiting for their chance to shine.  Strange and Unsung All-Stars of the DC Multiverse  celebrates some of the quirkiest, most compelling, and ready-for-primetime characters from throughout DC’s history. With peculiar powers—from Matter-Eater Lad to Arm-Fall-Off Boy—and one-of-a-kind costumes—from Red Tornado with her red long johns and a cooking pot for a helmet to Blue Snowman with her wintry robotic armor—these characters are truly unforgettable. Dive in and discover your next favorite DC Super Hero or Villain.
 

Genres: Superheroes, Comics, Nonfiction, Dc Comics

240 pages, Hardcover

Published November 7, 2023

Reviews

[Dan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book profiles various oddball or lesser known characters from the DC universe. The tone is more respectful and reverent than a lot of books of this type. Who knew you could treat Matter Eater Lad, Dogwelder, or Arm-Fall-Off-Boy with dignity? Some of the choices were a little strange to me but I guess normies have never heard of Kirby creations like Black Racer and the Forever People.

[Matt Harrison · Rating 3 out of 5]

A fun, light read which explores the more unusual characters in the DC multiverse. As interesting and informative as this book is, I did leave it feeling it had barely scratched the surface of DC’s more obscure and unique creations. Here’s hoping for further volumes in the future

[ketall · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very good reference book for more unknown heroes. Cleverly written, funny and informative, as expected from this author.

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good bathroom reading.