Injustice – Gods Among Us: Year Five #25 đŠ⚡
đ Genre
Superhero, Action, Alternate Universe, Drama
đŠž♂️ Main Characters
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Batman (Bruce Wayne) – The strategist and rebel leader opposing Superman's regime.
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Damian Wayne (Robin) – Batman’s son, now siding with Superman.
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Superman (Clark Kent/Kal-El) – Ruthless enforcer of global peace through authoritarian control.
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Victor Zsasz – A psychotic serial killer and the subject of Batman and Damian's moral standoff.
✍️ Writer
Brian Buccellato – Known for his emotionally grounded narratives and a consistent voice across the Injustice: Year Five arc.
đš Artist
Mike S. Miller – Brings dynamic combat sequences and expressive characters to life with dramatic flair.
đ Editor Details
Jim Chadwick – DC Comics Group Editor; ensured tight continuity across the Injustice comic line and maintained its dark, dystopian tone.
đą Publisher and Brand
DC Comics – Published under the Injustice brand, which is tied closely to the Injustice: Gods Among Us video game franchise and alternate Earth storylines.
đ Release Year
2016
đ Brief Plot Summary
In Year Five #25, tensions erupt as Batman confronts his son Damian Wayne over the fate of Victor Zsasz, a deranged killer captured during a mission. Bruce, staying true to his belief in justice and rehabilitation, wants to ensure due process. Damian, now loyal to Superman’s authoritarian vision, sees Zsasz as irredeemable. The ideological clash between father and son escalates into a fierce battle—both physical and emotional—culminating in the arrival of Superman, whose presence only adds fuel to the fire. Loyalties crack, and the emotional cost of the regime deepens. đ„
đ Notable Arcs or Storylines
This issue marks a pivotal moment in the Year Five arc, as it brings personal stakes into the broader regime-vs-resistance conflict. The growing rift between Batman and Damian represents the emotional fracture at the core of the Injustice universe—family torn apart by ideology.
đ§ Fan Theories or Interpretations
Some fans speculate that Damian’s descent and aggressive support for Superman’s methods are less about justice and more about a deep need for validation—something he never fully received from Batman. Others interpret Superman’s intervention as a calculated show of dominance meant to isolate Bruce emotionally by corrupting his only biological son.
⭐ Review Summary
Injustice – Gods Among Us: Year Five #25 delivers an emotionally charged, tightly written installment. Buccellato’s writing masterfully captures the moral grayness of each character’s decisions, while Mike S. Miller’s art provides weight and grit to every punch and expression. The issue shines in its exploration of broken relationships and corrupted ideals. A gripping entry for fans of high-stakes superhero drama with lasting emotional consequences. đđđđ✨
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