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Earth 2 – Society #19 (2016)

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by Comic Books Library August 06, 2025
Earth 2 – Society #19 (2016)


🌍 Earth 2: Society #19 (2016) – Comic Book Review & Breakdown

📚 Genre

Superhero • Alternate Reality • Science Fiction • Post-Apocalyptic

🩾‍♂️ Main Characters

  • Fury (Donna of Amazonia) – The daughter of Wonder Woman, driven by justice and redemption.

  • Power Girl (Kara Zor-L) – A Kryptonian powerhouse struggling to adapt to a broken world.

  • Green Lantern (Alan Scott) – Earth’s elemental guardian trying to restore balance.

  • Batman (Dick Grayson) – A new Dark Knight, balancing legacy and survival.

  • Huntress (Helena Wayne) – Fierce and focused, she navigates the moral complexities of Earth’s rebirth.

  • Red Tornado (Lois Lane) – A synthetic being with a human soul, bridging past and present.

  • Doctor Fate (Khalid Ben-Hassin) – Wielder of mystical power, burdened with visions of destiny.

✍️ Writer

Dan Abnett
A veteran comic book scribe known for balancing world-building with character depth. His narrative style often explores the cost of heroism in chaotic worlds.

🎹 Artist

Bruno Redondo
Redondo’s art brings cinematic detail and expressive emotion, capturing both grand landscapes and intimate character moments with clarity and power.

🖋️ Editor Details

  • Editor: Andrew Marino

  • Group Editor: Marie Javins
    Both editors have contributed significantly to shaping DC’s multiverse titles, ensuring cohesion and emotional resonance throughout Earth 2: Society.

🏱 Publisher and Brand

  • Publisher: DC Comics

  • Brand: Earth 2 (Post-Convergence) – A continuation of the New 52’s alternate Earth initiative.

📅 Release Year

2016

🧭 Brief Plot Summary

In Earth 2: Society #19, Fury's high-stakes gamble to recreate a shattered world has succeeded—but not without consequence. Earth-2 has been reborn, yet it bears little resemblance to the world its heroes fought to save. As the few beings who retain memories of the previous Earth, the Justice Society must navigate a landscape both familiar and dangerously alien. While surface appearances suggest a utopia, cracks quickly emerge. A hidden, possibly ancient force stirs beneath the surface, threatening to unravel this new reality before it can stabilize. As each hero wrestles with personal loss, identity, and the ethics of rewriting reality, tensions rise and new alliances must be formed.

đŸ§© Notable Arcs or Storylines

  • The Rebirth of Earth-2 – A bold new direction in the series where the past no longer dictates the future.

  • Fury’s Redemption Arc – Central to the storyline, Fury evolves from a fierce warrior to a world-shaping leader.

  • Alan Scott’s Burden – Exploring his mystical connection to the planet and the cost of leadership in a fragile society.

🧠 Fan Theories or Interpretations

💡 Some fans speculate that the "new Earth-2" is not a true recreation but an illusion or construct—perhaps influenced by Doctor Fate’s magic or an unseen cosmic manipulator. Others interpret the lurking menace as a metaphor for suppressed trauma or the universe's attempt to “correct” an unnatural rebirth. There are even whispers among readers connecting the events to the Dark Multiverse, hinting this Earth may be unstable by design.

🌟 Review Summary

Earth 2: Society #19 stands out as a thoughtful exploration of legacy, rebirth, and identity. Dan Abnett’s writing injects both grandeur and philosophical depth into what could’ve been a standard post-apocalyptic tale. Bruno Redondo’s visuals complement the story beautifully, painting vivid battle scenes and nuanced emotional beats. Each character feels distinct, with their internal struggles mirroring the chaos around them. While the plot builds slowly, the tension and thematic richness make this issue a compelling read for longtime fans and newcomers alike. 🌟🌟🌟🌟⭐ (4.5/5)


Comic Resource / Read Online (External Source)

Earth 2 – Society #19 (2016)
Language : English