Bloodbath #1–2 – Comic Overview
Short Description :
Bloodbath #1–2 concludes DC Comics’ 1993 “Bloodlines” crossover event. A thrilling sci-fi horror saga, it unites classic heroes like Superman and Batman with new superpowered characters known as the “New Bloods.” Written by Dan Raspler and illustrated by top talents like Chuck Wojtkiewicz and Bill Willingham, the series delivers a high-stakes battle against shape-shifting alien parasites threatening Earth.
Overview & Storyline
Bloodbath #1–2 serves as the dramatic finale to DC Comics’ Bloodlines crossover event, which ran through multiple superhero annuals in 1993. The story revolves around a terrifying invasion by alien parasites that survive by extracting spinal fluid from human victims. However, instead of dying, some victims mutate and develop extraordinary abilities—becoming the “New Bloods,” a new generation of heroes.
As the alien menace escalates, these New Blood characters unite with iconic DC heroes including Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the Flash for a final, all-out confrontation. The events culminate in Bloodbath, a two-issue miniseries that combines sci-fi horror and superhero action in a high-stakes battle for Earth’s survival.
Genre
- Superhero
- Science Fiction
- Horror
- Action
Main Characters
- Superman
- Batman
- Wonder Woman
- The Flash
- Lobo
- The New Bloods – including heroes like Ballistic, Loose Cannon, Prism, and Hitman
Creative Team
- Writer: Dan Raspler
- Pencilers: Chuck Wojtkiewicz, Bill Willingham, Sal Velluto, Val Semeiks
- Inkers: Various contributors
- Editor: Dan Raspler (also serving as writer)
- Colorists & Letterers: Varied across issues
Publisher Details
- Publisher: DC Comics
- Brand: DC Universe
- Publication Year: 1993
- Issues: Bloodbath #1 and #2
- Part of: The Bloodlines event/crossover
Additional Notes
Bloodbath introduced several new heroes—some of whom, like Hitman, went on to receive their own series. This event remains notable in DC history for its blend of horror themes and superhero team-ups, as well as its attempt to diversify its hero roster in the '90s.
