Summary
One of the most underrated members of theTeen Titanswill soon return to the DC Universe for an epic underwater team-up. Miss Martian, once a prominent member of the Teen Titans, has been absent from continuity for a while now, but in a first look at October’sBatman: The Brave and the Bold#18, she makes her grand return, teaming up with Aquaman Jackson Hyde.
DC released their October solicitations, includingBatman: The Brave and the Bold#18. The book will come to fans courtesy of an all-star team of writers and artists, including Jeremy Adams, Christian Ward and Laura Braga. DC’s solicitation for the issue reads:
Batman: The Brave and the Bold#18 (2024)
Variant Covers:
Carmine Di Giandomenico & Christian Ward
It runs through all of us—corrupting hope into fear, love into apprehension, and our strongest selves into our weakest. Its name is doubt, and when a mysterious new villain arrives with the ability to wield it as a weapon, Batman will face an inner journey unlike any he’s ever experienced! Finally, Aquaman and Ms. Martian unite to face a threat with shocking ties to both of their pasts—and possibly their futures!
In addition, DC has released a look at Carmine Di Giandomenico’s variant cover, which shows Miss Martian and Aquaman joining forces. On the cover, Miss Martian is using her heat vision against some kind of sea monster, while Aquaman comes to her aid.
Miss Martian Was a Cool Alternative to the Martian Manhunter
Miss Martian first appeared in 2006’sTeen Titans#37
In the early 2000s, Geoff Johns breathed new life into the Teen Titans franchise, bringing together a mixture of Titans old and new, as well as introducing exciting new characters to the mythos, such as Miss Martian.Like the Martian Manhunter, she is one of the last survivors of her homeworld. Unlike J’onn, however, she is a member of the White Martians. Most White Martians are savage and warlike, but Miss Martian bucks this trend. After being teased as a potential traitor, Miss Martian would go on to become a valuable member of the Teen Titans.
Although Miss Martian’s time with the Teen Titans was relatively short, she made a lasting impression on fans and creators, including the creative team behind theYoung Justiceanimated series, who incorporated her into the show.
Although Miss Martian’s time with the Teen Titans was relatively short, she made a lasting impression on fans and creators, including the creative team behind theYoung Justiceanimated series, who incorporated her into the show. By virtue of her Martian heritage, Miss Martian was a powerhouse, bringing all of J’onn J’onnz’s abilities to the Teen Titans. In addition to this serious boost in power, Miss Martian also provided a great counterpoint to the Martian Manhunter. More youthful than J’onn, she brought a fresh perspective to the Martian Manhunter’s character.
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Miss Martian’s Return is a Cause for Celebration
Miss Martian Could Be One of the Most Powerful Members of the Teen Titans
Unfortunately, Miss Martian’s appearances over the past decade have been few and far between, but that is set to change withBatman: The Brave and the Bold#18. DC’s solicitation promises not only a team-up with Aquaman, but potential future appearances by Miss Martian as well. The future of the Teen Titans concept beyondAbsolute Poweris currently up in the air, but Miss Martian herself is simply too cool a character to remain on the sidelines for long. Whether she returns as aTeen Titan, or even solo, Miss Martian’s comeback has begun.
Batman: The Brave and the Bold#18 is on sale October 23 from DC Comics!
