All references and cameos from the animated series Creature Commandos

The first season of the animated series Creature Commandos, titled Monster Commandos, has concluded, launching a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in the show's seven episodes, including character introductions, cameos, and connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.

Table of Contents:

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

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity

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While stated pre-release by James Gunn, The Peacemaker series (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. References to the show appear through John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself makes a cameo appearance. The Suicide Squad is also confirmed canon in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

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The series features locations from across the DC universe. Cerci originates from Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home); Dr. Phosphorus operated in Gotham; Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news organization, is mentioned; and Bloodhaven (Nightwing's location) and Star City (Green Arrow's city) are referenced. A connection to Bialia, home of the Scarab and Queen Bee, is also established. Image: ensigame.com

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's World War II service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company, highlighting DC's popular non-superhero soldier. The show features Maury Sterling voicing Sgt. Rock, a character rumored for a Daniel Craig portrayal in a future film.

Dr. Will Magnus

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G.I. Robot's history includes study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men robotic team.

Class Z Villains

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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede (seen above), along with Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu (seen below). The inclusion of these characters was partly determined by the animators.

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Weasel's Lawyer

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

Justice League and Other DC Heroes

Episode 4's apocalyptic vision, shown to Amanda Waller by Cerci, features numerous cameos, including confirmed appearances of Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, and Robin (Damien Wayne), as well as Peacemaker. Other appearances include Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd.

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Clayface

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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface, voiced by Alan Tudyk (who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus and Will Magnus in the series). A future Clayface film, scripted by Mike Flanagan, is announced.

First Look at the New DCU Batman

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Episode 6 details Dr. Phosphorus's origin, involving Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and a subsequent capture by Batman.

New Creature Commandos

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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Season 2 anticipation builds alongside excitement for the new Superman film.