WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers forDC VS. VAMPIRES: WORLD WAR V #3!
Longtime fans of theTeen Titansknow that since their 1964 debut, the team has seen countless iterations and evolving rosters before eventually maturing into the Titans. Yet, the team’s latest ‘hero’ lineup marks their most dramatic shift in years, introducing a roster that’s darker and more overpowered than ever before.
Matthew Rosenberg and Otto Schmidt’sDC vs. Vampires: World War V#3 continues the ongoing three-sided war between vampires, the human resistance, and Damian Wayne’s vampire guerrilla fighters. Tensions rise as the vampires seek revenge for Damian’s apparentassassination of Vampire Queen Barbara Gordonin issue #1.
In issue #2, Wonder Woman retaliated by killing Damian’s mother, Talia al Ghul, nearly delivering the same fate to Alfred Pennyworth. Now, in issue #3,the vampiric Titan trio of Black Adam, Wonder Girl, and Raven launch their own assault against the Boy Wonderin retribution for their fallen queen.
Black Adam, Raven, and Wonder Girl Form DC’s Most Twisted Titans Roster Yet
The Titan Trio Ambush Robin & Batwoman inDC Vs. Vampires: World War V#3
Though not officially dubbed the newest iteration of the Titans, it’s hard to overlook the heroes-turned-villains trio’s connection to the iconic team, with both Raven and Wonder Girl Cassie Sandsmark having deepties to the Teen Titans. Despite serving at different points in their hero careers, their shared history with the iconic team—Raven even being part of the adult iteration (The Titans)—makes this team-up between the vampiric Black Adam, Raven, and Wonder Girl feel like a dark, twisted version of the Titans. Hence, this unofficial iteration of the team perfectly fits the grim tone that defines thisElseworldstale.
Notably,Black Adam comes across as the leader of this ‘team,’as he’s the one who takes the lead, with Cassie and Raven flanking him and slightly hovering behind—a visual cue of the team’s dynamics and hierarchy. Whether or not one recognizes this group as a Titans iteration, Black Adam undeniably leads, creating a refreshing dynamic. In main continuity, the Champion of Kahndaq is typically depicted as a lone wolf, despite his recent alignment with the heroes afterInfinite Frontier. Seeing him now flanked by the vampiric versions of Raven and Wonder Girl forms the hardcore team the Kryptonian-level anti-hero-now-villain has always deserved.
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RECAP: Black Adam, Raven, and Wonder Girl’s Vampire Journey
Didn’t Black Adam & Wonder Girl Already Die inDC Vs. Vampires? (Surprise! They Survived)
Seeing Raven, Black Adam, and Wonder Girl team up is undeniably epic, but some fans might be scratching their heads, trying to recall when they last saw these characters—or even wondering how they’re still alive after seemingly perishing in previous issues of the main series. Raven was last seen inDC vs. Vampires#7, where she, alongside Mister Bones, Jayna the Wonder Twin, and several other heroes, was ambushed by a vampire horde.Raven was bitten by the vampiric Plastic Man, with the implication that she had been turned. However, she disappeared from the action until this recent issue.
As for Black Adam, many assumed he had met his end inDC vs. Vampires#10, when he was burned alive by Starfire’s Starbolts and then plummeted into the Gotham River. His reappearance suggests his survival was likely a result of the water extinguishing the flames. Wonder Girl Cassie Sandsmark was also believed dead, as Duke Thomas blew himself up along with several vampires, including her, inDC vs. Vampires#12. Yet, like Black Adam, it seems Cassie survived her near-death encounter.
Batwoman Sacrifices Herself to Save Damian From the Vampiric Titans
Black Adam, Raven, and Wonder Girl Will Have to Face Batman Next
InDC vs. Vampires: World War V#3, the vampiric Kate"Batwoman"Kane sacrifices herself by setting off a UV flashbang in a desperate attempt to save Damian from the Titan trio. Unfortunately, Kate is the only casualty, but her sacrifice buys Damian enough time to put some distance between himself and Teth-Adam, Raven, and Cassie. Though the trio is still closing in, a mysterious,unidentified Batman arrivesjust in the nick of time to aid the stunned Boy Wonder. Fans can now look forward to an epic showdown betweenBatmanand the vampiricTitansinDC vs. Vampires: World War V#4.
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DC Vs. Vampires: World War V #3is available now from DC Comics!
Teen Titansis a superhero animated TV series based on the DC Comics team of the same name. Airing from 2003 to 2006, the show follows five young heroes—Robin, Starfire, Cyborg, Raven, and Beast Boy—as they battle villains while navigating adolescence. The series was widely praised for its blend of action, humor, and character development, and it spawned a popular spin-off,Teen Titans Go!.
