Injustice – Gods Among Us – Year Five #30
Injustice: Gods Among Us – Year Five #30
đ Genre
Superhero, Action, Alternate Universe, Sci-Fi, Drama
đŠž♂️ Main Characters
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Batman (Bruce Wayne) – The rebel leader fighting to restore freedom and justice.
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Superman (Kal-El/Clark Kent) – The authoritarian ruler of Earth under the guise of peace.
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Hawkman (Carter Hall) – A Thanagarian warrior with his own interplanetary agenda.
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Wonder Woman, Cyborg, Flash, Damian Wayne, and others appear as supporting or opposing forces.
✍️ Writer
Brian Buccellato – Known for his work on The Flash and Detective Comics, Buccellato continues to shape the morally complex world of Injustice with sharp dialogue and layered conflict.
đš Artist
Mike S. Miller – Brings the brutal and emotionally charged world of Injustice to life with bold linework, expressive characters, and intense action scenes.
đ§đŒ Editor Details
Jim Chadwick (Senior Editor) – Ensures consistency across the sprawling Injustice storyline, maintaining its gritty tone and fast-paced narrative.
Jessica Chen (Associate Editor) – Supports character development and continuity across issues.
đą Publisher and Brand
DC Comics
Imprint: Digital First series (not under The New 52 or DC Black Label)
đ Release Year
2016
đ Brief Plot Summary
In Injustice: Gods Among Us – Year Five #30, Batman takes a dangerous gamble to undermine Superman’s iron-fisted regime by attempting to discredit the Man of Steel on a global scale. While the Dark Knight’s resistance movement plots its next move from the shadows, Hawkman ventures into deep space on a mysterious mission that could have major repercussions for Earth. As alliances are tested and the stakes escalate, this issue adds another layer of tension to an already volatile world. đŠ⚡đ
đ„ Notable Arcs or Storylines
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Year Five explores the final stages before the Injustice video game storyline begins, focusing on Superman’s final push for total control and Batman’s last desperate efforts to stop him.
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This issue adds depth to Hawkman’s alien ties and independence from Earth’s conflict, showing that the cosmic stakes are just as high.
đ§ Fan Theories or Interpretations
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Some fans speculate that Hawkman's mission might relate to future alliances with Thanagar or warn of a multiversal threat, suggesting DC may have planted seeds for broader cosmic implications.
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Batman’s discrediting strategy is seen by fans as a mirror to real-world psychological warfare—undermining authority through truth, manipulation, and propaganda.
⭐ Review Summary
Injustice: Year Five #30 is a strong entry in the series, balancing high-stakes action with psychological intrigue. Buccellato’s script tightens the dramatic screws, especially between the clashing ideologies of Batman and Superman. Miller’s art continues to deliver expressive faces and dynamic fight choreography. Character depth is well-maintained, especially in showing Batman’s moral desperation and Hawkman’s lone warrior spirit. The pacing is quick, yet meaningful, making this a must-read for fans of DC’s darker alternate universes. đđšđ„
For fans of complex moral dilemmas, epic superhero battles, and alternate realities, this issue is a gripping installment that pushes the conflict toward its breaking point.
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