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All references and cameos from the animated series Creature Commandos

By AdamFeb 20,2025

The Creature Commandos' inaugural season, "Monster Commandos," has concluded, marking the launch of a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's delve into the cliffhangers left unresolved across the show's seven episodes. These include significant introductions and cameos of classic DC heroes and villains, and intriguing 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 from the DC Universe
  • Weasel's Lawyer
  • Justice League and Other DC Heroes
  • Clayface
  • First Glimpse of the New DCU Batman
  • The New Creature Commandos

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity

Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad are canonImage: ensigame.com

While stated prior to the show's release, it bears repeating: The Peacemaker series (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. References to its events are made by John Economos, Amanda Waller's associate, and Peacemaker himself makes an appearance. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.

Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis

Gotham CityImage: ensigame.com

The series incorporates various locations: Cerci hails 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 stomping grounds) and Star City (Green Arrow's city) are referenced. A connection to Bialia, home of the villainous Queen Bee, is also established.

ThemysciraImage: ensigame.com

Sgt. Rock and Easy Company

Sgt. Rock and Easy CompanyImage: ensigame.com

Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Sgt. Rock's prominence as a popular non-superhero character within the DC universe is highlighted.

Dr. Will Magnus

Dr. Will MagnusImage: ensigame.com

G.I. Robot's creation by Dr. Will Magnus, the creator of the Metal Men, is also featured.

Class Z Villains from the DC Universe

Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody MillipedeImage: ensigame.com

Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede. Other notable inmates include Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu.

Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-FuImage: ensigame.com

Weasel's Lawyer

Elizabeth BatesImage: ensigame.com

Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of the Betty Bates character.

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.

Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold and Robin (Damien Wayne)Image: ensigame.com PeacekeeperImage: ensigame.com Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, MetamorphoImage: ensigame.com Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. TerrificImage: ensigame.com Gorilla GroddImage: ensigame.com

Clayface

ClayfaceImage: ensigame.com

Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface. Alan Tudyk's dual portrayal of Clayface in this and other DC animated series is noted.

First Glimpse of the New DC Cinematic Universe Batman

First look at Batman in the new DC Cinematic UniverseImage: ensigame.com

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

New Creature CommandosImage: ensigame.com

The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and comprising King Shark, Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for season two and the upcoming Superman movie.

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