Overview:
The DC 1995 Underworld Unleashed event takes readers on a thrilling journey into the DC Universe. Published in 1995, this event showcases the talents of key authors such as Mark Waid, Howard Porter, and Brian Augustyn. Their creative prowess brings the story to life with vivid artwork and engaging storytelling.
Fans and critics alike were captivated by the event. The storyline received positive reception, with its dark and mysterious tone captivating readers from start to finish.
In this event, major characters and teams from the DC Universe find themselves entangled in a web of chaos. Heroes like Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the Flash join forces to confront a powerful and enigmatic villain, Neron. His arrival and the devilish deals he offers cause mayhem across the DC Universe.
Before the event, readers are introduced to Neron and witness his influence slowly creeping into the lives of both heroes and villains. This gradual buildup adds depth and intrigue to the overall narrative.
The impact of Underworld Unleashed is significant. It not only explores the darker side of the DC Universe but also affects the lives of many characters, leading to lasting consequences. The event leaves a lasting mark on the DC Universe, altering the fates of both heroes and villains. (Full Review)
Background Reading:
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Related Guides
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Best Way To Read:
Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition
For crossover and significant events, I typically only read the main story the first time I encounter it. Trying to read all of the tie-ins with the story tends to make them increasingly convoluted and are not crucial to the main narrative. However, I think they are important to read, as many series-shifting plotlines can happen.
For the tie-in issues, I only read them as they come up in the reading guide that I am working through. This can become problematic because the tie-in issues are not always included in collected editions of the event. So you may need to hunt for them.
Reading Order:
| Title | Importance | Collected |
|---|---|---|
| Underworld Unleashed #1 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
| Aquaman vol. 5 #14 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Underworld Unleashed: Apokolips, Dark Uprising #1 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
| Azrael #10 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Manhunter vol. 2 #12 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Damage #18 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Guy Gardner: Warrior #36 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Extreme Justice #10 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| The Flash vol. 2 #107 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Primal Force #13 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| The Spectre vol. 3 #35 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Starman vol. 2 #12 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Starman vol. 2 #13 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Starman vol. 2 #14 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Starman vol. 2 #15 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Starman vol. 2 #16 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Robin vol. 2 #23 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Robin vol. 2 #24 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Hawkman vol. 3 #26 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Justice League America #105 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| R.E.B.E.L.S. ’95 #13 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Steel vol. 2 #21 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Green Lantern vol. 3 #68 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Green Arrow vol. 2 #102 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Impulse #8 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Detective Comics #691 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Ray vol. 2 #18 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Fate #13 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Underworld Unleashed #2 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
| Adventures of Superman #530 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Superman: Man of Tomorrow #3 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Underworld Unleashed: Abyss, Hell’s Sentinel #1 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
| Batman #525 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Underworld Unleashed: Batman, Devil’s Asylum #1 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
| Catwoman vol.2 #27 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Damage #19 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Deathstroke, the Terminator #53 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Extreme Justice #11 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Green Arrow vol. 2 #103 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Green Lantern vol. 3 #69 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Guy Gardner: Warrior #37 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Hawkman vol. 3 #27 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Justice League America #106 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Justice League Task Force #30 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| The Spectre vol. 3 #36 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Legion of Super-Heroes vol. 4 #75 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Legionnaires #32 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Lobo vol. 2 #22 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Underworld Unleashed: Patterns of Fear #1 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
| R.E.B.E.L.S. ’95 #14 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Detective Comics #692 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Ray vol. 2 #19 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Fate #14 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Showcase ’95 #12 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Superboy vol. 4 #22 | TBD-Not Read | Uncollected |
| Underworld Unleashed #3 | Main Story | Underworld Unleashed: 25th Anniversary Edition |
References:
Feature Image Underworld Unleashed #1 Cover art by Howard Porter
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