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[drbatsponge]

As it is Black History Month I hope people remember that Cassandra Cain has had a history of having important relationships with a lot of black characters.

Obviously Duke Thomas, but like people often forget her explicitly romantic relationship with Coldcast and then her mentorship with Onyx Adams.

Not to mention her brief interaction with Bronze Tiger as well which led to a pretty iconic scene.

Let us also not forget that Cassandra Cain was co-created by a black man, Damion Scott. :)

[thingsasbarcodes]

Superman vs. The Elite (2012)

[justmccallie]

The rest of the Elite

[ashoss]

i love how almost all cass ships includes bruce absolutely seething in the background

kon el?? bro went to superman himself to “call off his boy���

stephanie brown? oh boy dont even get him started

rose wilson?? the daughter of deathstroke the terminator???? the killer???? god save him

[zahri-melitor]

the Background Default Canon thing always gets me when authors bring the Justice League into Bat fanfics. it's one thing to fudge the timelines because there was some big event happening that took everyone out of commission for a little while, or to play loose with what characterization would have been current for side characters, but so often none of the members they include were even on the League in the years surrounding the events they're writing about. just set your stuff in the DCAU at that point.

Ah yes, I am familiar with that irritation, particularly the "why are Barry, Ollie and Hal alive and members of the Justice League right now" form of it. Barry's the worst offender. Is this story set at any point between COIE and Flashpoint? Barry shouldn't be on the League.

But yes, there's so often a blindness to the fact that the 'classic' JLA lineup was basically absent between COIE and 1997, and had plenty of roster changes over the years from 1997 to 2011. It doesn't have to be perfect, but you could at least take a peek at who were core members around the time.

Because sometimes that sort of story is like "and then the Justice League showed up to help" and you're blinking going... which version? Did Bruce really call Maxima, Ray Terrill, Ted Kord and Captain Atom to help out? Because I can guarantee Bruce didn't want that list to turn up to help out.

[casscainmainly]

Top 3 Cassandra Cain Canon Love Interests

Based on this poll! Thank you to everyone who voted :).

Without further ado, in third place we have...

Sal from Batgirl (2008)!

With 9.1% of votes. A surprising third place given I don't think many people know about him, but he's pretty nice in the 5 or so panels he appears in. He mentions going to Jakarta so he's probably Indonesian. Has anyone written a fanfic about Cass/Sal yet???

Prize: Getting a call from Cass after being ghosted since 2008!

In second place, we have...

Tai'Darshan from Batgirl (2000)!

With 33.3% of votes. TAI'DARSHAN YOU DESERVE THIS SO MUCH. My own personal #1 pick, Tai'Darshan was instrumental to Cass' development in many ways and fought for the freedom of his country. He deserves a LOT more than what canon gave him.

Prize: Coming back from the dead and beating up Batman!

And in first place, probably to no one's surprise, we have...

Superboy (Batgirl 2000)!

With a staggering 45.5% of votes. There's no competing with Conner and Cass' fun relationship, especially since it lasted beyond romance into a lighthearted and stable friendship. They have the honour of being the only couple on this list with fanfics AND tons of good fanart. Congrats KonCass shippers!

Prize: Getting to date at least one member of the Batfamily!

Coldcast and Zero both got 6.1% of votes, and poor Javier got nothing (though City of Light is awful so that makes sense). I think this goes to show Cass needs better canon love interests, her fanon/alt ones are miles better. Anyway, congratulations to all the winners!!!

[dizzymudskipper]

I love it when Manchester isn’t an ass to his teammates

Im drawing Pam and Coldcast was we speak

[thowawayuntilfurthernotice]

I don't love the MAWS Livewire because, basically, she's not 'saying' anything about society.

I really liked how they reinvented Parasite (though I would've preferred if he was still called Rudy Jones than Prof. Ivo) because his character says rather succinctly–billionaires are parasites. Boom. Perfect. No notes. Great social commentary.

Livewire's old job was supposed to be a criticism on right-wing sensationalist news pundits (which would've be extremely relevant right now) and how they're all just narcissistic attention whores who don't care how what they do/say hurt people (they did do something like that with Vicki Vale, which is admittedly nice).

MAWS's Livewire says. . . nothing. She's just a generic mercenary/thief with superpowers. They could've made her Atomic Skull, Volcana, Anomaly, or even a genderbent Coldcast, and nothing would be different.

Yes, Livewire has been changed before in shows like Young Justice and Supergirl, but that shouldn't excuse MAWS from missing an opportunity to say something meaningful.

Just say you hate the fact that this incarnation is a person of color and save us all the trouble.

This show gave its unique take on all the villains, yet you don't see anybody getting worked up over the fact that Silver Banshee doesn't speak with an Irish accent now do you?

The MAWS incarnation of Intergang are a group of petty crooks with no connections to Darkseid, yet nobody is making a huge fuss about that.

Not every villain has to be some thinly veiled metaphor for a real world issue. Some villains are just evil for the sake of being evil.

And don't sit there and act like this show was scared of tackling real world issues, the writers had Lex Luthor spout out a bunch of right wing xenophobic talking points when Viki Vale interviewed him.

Livewire doesn't need to be an Alex Jones expy to be compelling.

Don't like this version of the character? Cool, go watch the 90's animated series or Supergirl.

[virtuouswhitehatorganization]

Foreshock (Villainous Oc)

Name: Clayton Knox 

Ethnicity: African American 

Sexuality: Straight

Relatives: Malcolm Knox (father-deceased); Harriet Knox (mother-deceased); Curtis Knox (older brother-deceased)

Affiliations: PEACE; The Elect 

Abilities: Earthquake Generation 

Headcannon Voice Actor: Catero Colbert (English); Alan Bravo (Spanish) 

Residence: Compton, California (originally); Marin City 

Personality: Just like the other member of the Elect, he is a very ruthless superhero who shows no mercy towards villains and think they deserve everything they get. However, despite being unforgiving towards villains he does have a soft spot for children and families due to what happened with his family. He also is the one who has the most doubts about if the person they are targeting really deserves the brutality and is often remind by his other teammates what happens if you let evil run amok. He is very loyal to his companions and will defend them even at the cost of his wellbeing or life. 

Background: Originally from Compton, California he grew up in a relatively working class environment where he had a happy life with his family. However, it soon changed when one day when his neighborhood was having a barbecue a shooting happened and killed his family. He became so enraged that he charged at him, snatched the gun, and shot him. The event forever changed himself and he would vow never to let anyone evil manage to kill his loved ones again. He later was recruited into the PEACE program where he got powers and became a member of the Elect under Sydney Spyke. 

* He's a fan of old school rap like Tupac, NWA, and Biggie. 

* He's a big comic and anime/manga fan. 

* He has a soft spot for kids and families. While he is nonchalant about endorsing murder, he also wants children to never fear losing their families like he did. 

* He keeps a picture of his family as a memento. 

* He is very close to Sydney Spyke and consider each other best buds. 

* He is based on Coldcast from the Elite. 

Created through picrew.me/en/image_maker/13358…

[imahicaart]

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[majingojira]

Yeah, they kind of have it reversed. Cass would demand Jason stop killing. She has deep trauma around murder thanks to her past.

She has redeemed other killers, so it's not new territory for her (Alpha and Coldcast stand out as romantic examples).

And given Jason is afraid of what Cass can do to him, it's a fertile ground for fun, IMO.

I don't really have strong feelings about what Cass and Jason's dynamic should be. But I think people who think Jason would hate Cass for believing in not killing don't understand Jason as a character.

[justmccallie]

The boys of the Elite

[catholicjapanese]

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[katarhol5]

Superman vs. The Elite is a compelling and action-packed animated feature that impresses with its solid animation style, engaging storyline, and memorable characters. The clash between Superman and The Elite, along with their unique abilities and ideologies, adds depth and excitement to the narrative. Fans of DC Comics and Superman, in particular, will find much to appreciate in this thrilling showdown between the Man of Steel and The Elite.

The film's animation style is classic comic book feel, staying true to the characters' iconic designs. The animation brings the powerful battles to life with fluidity and dynamic energy. It captures the raw strength and agility of Superman as he faces off against The Elite, making for thrilling action sequences that truly showcase the extent of the characters' superhuman abilities. The attention to detail in the animation adds an extra layer of depth to the film, drawing viewers deeper into the world of Superman and his adversaries.

The Elite, consisting of Manchester Black, Coldcast, Menagerie, and The Hat, is a formidable group of antiheroes with unique powers and personalities. Led by Manchester Black, a charismatic and complex character, The Elite challenges Superman's traditional approach to crime-fighting. Each member brings a distinct set of abilities and ideologies, which amplifies the tension and conflict between them and the Man of Steel. These interactions not only provide thrilling battles but also offer thought-provoking discussions about the nature of heroism and the boundaries of justice.

The storyline explores the moral dilemma faced by Superman as he questions his commitment to truth, justice, and the American way in the face of The Elite's brutal methods of crime-fighting. This conflict forms the core of the film, delving into the philosophical debate of how far a hero should go to achieve justice. It raises intriguing questions about the nature of power, responsibility, and the thin line between heroism and tyranny. The narrative is well-paced and filled with exciting twists and turns, keeping viewers engaged throughout.

The voice performances in the film are top-notch, with George Newbern reprising his role as the Man of Steel. Newbern's portrayal captures the earnestness and nobility that defines Superman, grounding the character amidst the chaos and moral ambiguity of the plot. The rest of the voice cast brings a solid level of energy and personality to their respective roles, giving life to The Elite and the supporting characters.

Overall, Superman vs. The Elite is a well-made and entertaining animated feature that offers something for fans of all ages. The film's strong animation, engaging storyline, and memorable characters make it a must-see for anyone who enjoys superhero movies.

Recommendation: I highly recommend Superman vs. The Elite to fans of DC Comics, Superman, and superhero movies in general. The film is a well-made and entertaining animated feature that offers something for everyone.