Injustice – Gods Among Us – Year Five #27
đŠž♂️ Genre
Superhero • Alternate Universe • Action • Drama • Dystopian
đ Main Characters
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The Flash (Barry Allen) – A conflicted speedster torn between loyalty to the Regime and his moral compass.
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Superman (Clark Kent / Kal-El) – Ruthless leader of the Regime, growing increasingly authoritarian.
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Batman (Bruce Wayne) – The strategic leader of the Insurgency, representing hope and resistance.
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Wonder Woman (Diana Prince) – One of Superman’s staunchest allies, advocating order through strength.
✍️ Writer
Brian Buccellato – Known for his deep exploration of moral grey zones, Buccellato delivers a script packed with internal conflict and ideological tension.
đš Artist
Tom Derenick – Provides bold, dramatic linework that captures both the intensity of battle and the emotional gravity of the characters.
✒️ Editor Details
Jim Chadwick (Group Editor) – Oversees the consistency and continuity of the Injustice universe.
Aniz Ansari (Associate Editor) – Coordinates creative input, ensuring pacing and tone align with the series' dark narrative.
đą Publisher and Brand
DC Comics
Branding: Not part of a specific imprint like Black Label, but falls under DC’s alternate continuity publications, specifically tied to the Injustice video game universe.
đ Release Year
2016
đ Brief Plot Summary
In Injustice: Gods Among Us – Year Five #27, the fragile alliances within Superman’s Regime begin to tremble. When Flash defies a direct order and aids Batman, he must answer to Superman himself. What follows is a tense confrontation between two former allies who now stand on opposite sides of a moral divide. Flash is forced to question the cost of obedience, even as Superman becomes increasingly draconian in his pursuit of control. As fear replaces trust, the stage is set for even deeper fractures within the ranks. ⚡đ„đŠž♂️
đ„ Notable Arcs or Storylines
This issue is a pivotal moment in the Year Five arc, which serves as the climax of the Injustice prequel series. It shows how Superman's descent into tyranny isolates him even further and hints at a final reckoning within the Regime itself. It’s a subtle turning point for Flash, who has long struggled with his conscience but now begins to openly question his place in this dystopian order.
đ§ Fan Theories or Interpretations
One popular fan theory suggests that Flash’s act of rebellion here is the first real domino in his eventual full defection to Batman’s side—paralleling his role in other alternate timelines where he becomes a symbol of redemption. Others see this as a deeper metaphor for how power corrupts even the most heroic, with Flash representing the last flicker of humanity within a regime gone mad. Some readers interpret the rift as the emotional breaking point that hints at the eventual collapse of Superman's inner circle.
đ Review Summary
Injustice – Year Five #27 delivers high-stakes storytelling, combining emotional tension with explosive conflict. The art is compelling—fluid and dynamic during action scenes, but equally effective at capturing the inner turmoil on Flash's face. Buccellato’s writing gives weight to Flash’s moral crisis, creating a layered narrative that adds depth to an already complex universe. This issue may not be the flashiest in the series (pun intended đ ), but it is one of the most emotionally resonant, laying important groundwork for what’s to come.
đ„ Verdict: A powerful, character-driven issue with strong writing and evocative art. A must-read for fans of ethical dilemmas in superhero fiction.
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