Overview
- Creature Commandos season 1 concludes with notable appearances from characters like King Shark, Nosferata, and G.I. Robot.
- The season finale alludes to significant DC locales such as Star City and Blüdhaven, hinting at potential plot developments in future seasons.
- Referencing elements from both Marvel’s Ghost Rider and Mary Shelley’s “Mathilda”enriches the narrative complexity of the series.
Creature Commandos, a creative vision by James Gunn of DC Studios, marks a significant entry in the revamped DC Universe. It’s particularly celebrated among enthusiasts for its clever nods, Easter eggs, and cameos that bridge various aspects of DC’s legacy.
Leading up to the thrilling season finale, fans were treated to a delightful mix of unexpected cameos, including Shaggy from Scooby-Doo, a nod to Bat-Mite, and intriguing silhouettes of the DCU’s Batman. The culmination of the animated series, titled “A Very Funny Monster,”delivered some of the most impactful references yet throughout its seven-episode run, setting the stage for future explorations in upcoming seasons.
The Return of King Shark
The season wraps with The Bride successfully taking out Princess Illana Rostovic and returning to Belle Reeve, not just as a victor but also as the leader of a restructured Task Force M, presumably while Rick Flag Sr. recuperates. One highlight from this revamped team is Nanaue, also known as King Shark, who was last seen in Gunn’s 2021 film, The Suicide Squad. In a discussion with Rotten Tomatoes, Gunn confirmed: “it’s basically that King Shark who we’ve met in The Suicide Squad.”
However, the circumstances of King Shark’s return to confinement are still ambiguous. Following the escapades of Task Force X, which secured their freedom through blackmail, it’s speculative that King Shark’s penchant for eating humans has landed him back behind bars.
Introduction of Nosferata and Khalis
The unveiling of The Bride’s new team introduces vampiress Nosferata, who engages in table tennis within the prison walls. In the broader context of DC lore, Nosferata has previously faced off against Superboy in a quest for dominance over the Wild Lands.
Joining her is Khalis, whose design seems somewhat unclear. As a revived mummy serving as a S.H.A.D.E government operative, Khalis boasts superhuman strength and an acute sense of human life. Gunn himself expresses intrigue in Khalis’s design approach.
G.I. Robot’s Resurrection
In a climactic twist, Episode 7 witnesses the loss of a significant character while simultaneously reintroducing the G.I. Robot—a combat machine designed to take on Nazis. Although previously part of the Creature Commandos, G.I. Robot returns after sustaining damage in an earlier encounter. It’s fitting that a character of his nature can be rebuilt, leading to a striking new appearance.
Batman’s Ongoing Presence in the DCU
Following a thwarted assassination attempt on Princess Illana by Weasel, Doctor Phosphorus reveals his bitter isolation when he remarks: You know what it’s like not being touched for 15 years? This line evokes Phosphorus’s past as a human, suggesting he once had a family before his transformation and capture by Batman. Given these timelines, it hints at Batman’s relentless vigilante activity spanning at least 15 years.
Inclusion of Ghost Rider References
A noteworthy moment occurs when The Bride shoots her immortal pursuer, Frankenstein, followed by her retort to Doctor Phosphorus: “Oh, can it, Ghost Rider.” This clever allusion to Marvel’s Ghost Rider, who shares a fiery visual likeness to Phosphorus, highlights the interconnectedness of comic book universes.
Iconic DC Locations Mentioned
The finale features allusions to iconic locations within the DC universe during a news segment discussing Nina Mazursky’s predicament. Star City, the birthplace of Mazursky and associated with the hero Green Arrow, Blüdhaven—the territory of Nightwing—and Metropolis, poised for a revival in James Gunn’s upcoming Superman film in 2025, exemplify the robust backdrop against which these characters operate.
Literary Reference to Mary Shelley’s “Mathilda”
Before the climactic assassination of Princess Illana, The Bride’s seemingly casual browsing reveals a copy of “Mathilda,”authored by Mary Shelley. This choice is poignant as it reflects themes of obsession akin to the dynamic between Frankenstein and The Bride herself. The presence of other classic works such as “Don Quixote”and “Wuthering Heights”further enriches the literary undercurrent of the series.
Eugene Hütz of Gogol Bordello Feature
Among the nostalgic decor in Nina’s childhood bedroom is a poster of Eugene Hütz, the charismatic frontman of the punk band Gogol Bordello. The soundtrack features notable tracks from the band, including “American Wedding”and “Start Wearing Purple.”Hütz makes his on-screen appearance in a montage that explores Frankenstein’s prolonged obsession with The Bride.
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