Manga-Inspired Hero Bobby Park Joins DC Universe in 2027
DC Comics is dropping a major surprise: a brand new hero, Bobby Park, is set to debut in April 2027 with the YA graphic novel The Manifestations of Bobby Park. What makes this notable for us? It's a bold fusion of manga-inspired visuals and classic superhero storytelling, brought to life by writer Jeremy Holt and manga artist Chong Hou.
Bobby Park is a Korean-American teenager balancing his family's laundromat with an elite science academy. After a racially charged attack on his father, Bobby develops severe acne. He concocts a serum to cure it, but the side effect is massive: an alter ego named Atlas Ahn, a muscular extrovert who quickly unleashes a hulking monster, Gemini. This fresh take not only introduces a complex new character but also hints at Bobby Park's potential to integrate into the wider DC Universe, a significant move for the publisher. Get ready for a unique hero journey that embraces distinct visual styles.
“It's a bold fusion of manga-inspired visuals and classic superhero storytelling, brought to life by writer Jeremy Holt and manga artist Chong Hou.”
Catzye Take
This is a fascinating move from DC, especially with the 'manga-inspired visuals' and Chong Hou on art. It signals a continued trend of Western publishers tapping into Eastern aesthetics and storytelling. Fans of character-driven YA stories with a unique visual flair will want to keep an eye on this.
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