Scooby-Doo Team-Up #31 – A Cross-Universe Monster Mayhem
Adventure
Genre
All-Ages, Superhero Comedy, Mystery, Crossover
Main Characters
- Scooby-Doo
– The iconic, snack-loving Great Dane and unintentional hero of Mystery
Inc.
- Shaggy
Rogers – Scooby’s best friend, known for his cowardice and love of
food.
- Fred
Jones – The practical team leader, always ready with a trap plan.
- Daphne
Blake – The fashion-forward member with a nose for danger.
- Velma
Dinkley – The brains of Mystery Inc., known for her deductive
reasoning.
- Captain
Marvel (Shazam) – The magical superhero alter ego of Billy Batson.
- Mary
Marvel – Billy’s sister, also endowed with magical powers.
- Captain
Marvel Jr. – Freddy Freeman, another member of the Marvel Family.
- Tawky
Tawny – A talking tiger with a refined persona, ally of the Marvel
Family.
- Uncle
Marvel – The lovable con man who pretends to be part of the Marvels.
- Monster
Society of Evil – A collection of villains led by Mister Mind,
including Dr. Sivana and Ibac.
Writer
Sholly Fisch – Renowned for his lighthearted and
clever storytelling, particularly in all-ages comics.
Artist
Dario Brizuela – Known for his vibrant, animated art
style that captures both comedic and action elements with equal flair.
Editor Details
Kristy Quinn – An editor well-versed in all-ages
content, ensuring the tone remains accessible, engaging, and on-brand.
Publisher and Brand
DC Comics
Imprint: DC Kids (under the broader all-ages and crossover-friendly
branding of Scooby-Doo Team-Up)
Release Year
2017
Brief Plot Summary
In Scooby-Doo Team-Up #31, chaos ensues when the
infamous Monster Society of Evil kidnaps the Marvel Family—Captain
Marvel, Mary Marvel, and Captain Marvel Jr. In a moment of desperation, Tawky
Tawny and Uncle Marvel reach out to the one team they trust with
experience in supernatural crises: Mystery Inc. As Scooby and the gang
are transported into the Marvel universe, they must navigate a world of magic,
monstrous villains, and superhero antics in order to save their new allies. The
result is a hilarious and action-packed crossover that blends mystery-solving
with comic book heroics.
Notable Arcs or Storylines
- The
Monster Society Strikes – A rare modern appearance of the Monster
Society of Evil, one of the earliest villain teams in comic history.
- Scooby
Meets Shazam – A fun and unique crossover that blends the mythos of
the Marvel Family with the grounded antics of Mystery Inc.
Fan Theories or Interpretations
Some fans suggest that this crossover symbolizes
Scooby-Doo's role as a universal constant in the DC multiverse, able to blend
into any universe or timeline without disturbing continuity. Others see the
Monster Society’s inclusion as a nod to their growing relevance in modern
Shazam stories, perhaps even teasing deeper involvement in multiverse-level
events.
Review Summary
Scooby-Doo Team-Up #31 is a delightful blend of
classic cartoon mystery and superhero drama. Sholly Fisch’s writing captures
the voices of both franchises perfectly, offering laughs for kids and clever
references for adult fans. Dario Brizuela’s artwork brings out the best in the
animated aesthetic, especially in depicting larger-than-life villains and
magical energy effects. The character depth remains faithful to both Mystery
Inc. and the Marvel Family, making this issue a must-read for fans of
crossovers done right.
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