Writer: Mark Waid
Art: Adrian Gutierrez, Tamra Bonvillain, Steve Wands, Dan Mora
Publisher: DC Comics
Price:$3.99
Reviewed by: Anonymous
Release Date: April 30th, 2025
“We Are Yesterday” part three of six. The secret origin of the single most unholy union in DCU history is at last revealed! The Legion of Doom has set in motion a scheme to lay waste to not only the World’s Finest Team—but to the present-day Justice League Unlimited! How is this possible? All will be revealed in this special World’s Finest Annual by Mark Waid, Christopher Cantwell, and Dan McDaid! Plus: Meet John Stewart, the newest ring-slinger of sector 2814, in this definitive World’s Finest telling of John Stewart’s Lantern origins!
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THE DISPATCH
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest 2025 Annual #1 is an ambitious undertaking, delving into the long-hidden origins of a crucial alliance within the DC Universe while also providing a fresh perspective on a beloved Green Lantern’s beginnings. Mark Waid, Christopher Cantwell, and Morgan Hampton weave together two distinct yet interconnected narratives, offering a rich reading experience for both long-time fans and new readers.
The first story arc, “We Are Yesterday,” continues its exploration of the Legion of Doom, promising to reveal a significant, and potentially disturbing, secret about the group’s formation. Waid and Cantwell’s collaboration seeks to shed light on how this “unholy union” came to be, and how their machinations threaten not only the World’s Finest but also the present-day Justice League Unlimited. This multi-layered threat, spanning different eras of the DCU, adds a sense of epic scale and raises the stakes considerably. The narrative aims to provide answers to questions that have lingered for DC enthusiasts, potentially reshaping our understanding of these iconic villains.
The second narrative thread, crafted by Morgan Hampton, offers a “definitive” retelling of John Stewart’s origin as he becomes the newest Green Lantern of Sector 2814. This story provides a contrast to the darker tones of the Legion of Doom’s machinations. By revisiting Stewart’s early days, the annual aims to celebrate the character’s legacy while potentially offering a fresh perspective that resonates with contemporary audiences.
Dan McDaid and Clayton Henry’s artwork visually distinguishes these two narratives. McDaid’s style lends itself to the potentially darker, more twisted revelations of the Legion of Doom’s past, while Henry’s art likely brings a sense of hope and heroism to John Stewart’s origin story.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Batman/Superman: World’s Finest 2025 Annual #1 stands out as more than just a collection of stories; it’s presented as a key piece in the ongoing World’s Finest saga. It aims to provide crucial backstory while simultaneously propelling the overarching narrative forward. The annual format allows for a deeper exploration of these elements than the regular monthly issues might permit.