In the world of comics, two titanic publishers reign supreme; DC and Marvel. Marvel has received a lot of attention lately in no small part because of the superhero films in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while the DC Universe has been much maligned for its lack of heart, humor, and sense of fun when it comes to its films. But as any fan of DC will tell you, they like DC for its gritty storylines and darkly emotional journeys.
DC films such as Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and Suicide Squad may not have been the game changers that the Avengers series was, but Wonder Woman, Shazam, and Aquaman have managed to be critical successes, reminding fans what they love about seeing their favorite DC characters on the big screen. And as far as comics go, the success of the Rebirth and New 52 storylines, and dynamic characters like The Batman Who Laughs, always keep fans excited and garner critical praise. The ultimate DC fan will remain one no matter what, and would proudly convey their allegiance with these great gifts.
9 DC MONOPOLY
Monopoly at this point comes in a staggering variety of boards, but for the DC fan, there’s only one that matters. Have you ever wanted to know what it would be like to own some of the biggest corporations in superherodom? Command LexCorp and Wayne Enterprises as you battle through different worlds, playing as either Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, Green Lantern, Flash or Martian Manhunter.
Just like in regular monopoly, you circle the board gathering fortunes, avoiding taxes, bankruptcy, and jail. You can also invest in Detective Agencies and trade valuable items. Advance Batman to a confrontation with Darkseid or the Joker, or Superman to Planet Krypton to reap the rewards or get delivered a crushing defeat.
8 DC'S GREATEST HITS
While the ultimate DC fan probably already has long-boxes full of the adventures of their favorite DC superheroes, this nifty box set of DC’s Greatest Hits offers a compact and condensed version that highlights their best missions and most daring battles. This anthology contains four graphic novels that show off your favorite heroes via the writing talent of Frank Miller, Geoff Johns, Paul Dini, Greg Rucka, and Scott Snyder.
Their exploits explode off the page with artwork by Jim Lee, Greg Capullo, George Perez, and Amanda Conner. Aside from Superman, Wonder Woman, and Batman, there’s even a special tribute to Harley Quinn! The set includes Batman vs Superman: The Greatest Battles, Wonder Woman: Her Greatest Battles, Justice League: The Greatest Triumphs, and Harley Quinn's Greatest Hits.
7 DC COMICS: A VISUAL HISTORY
Every DC comic fan will want to add the DC Comics: A Visual History to their collection after catching a glimpse of the stunning artwork and insightful company history contained inside. With 376 pages and new prints, it’s a massive wealth of information for any DC lover. Make no mistake, this isn’t a character encyclopedia - this traces the history of Detective Comics from its beginnings.
From being known as National Allied Publications in 1934 to being transformed into the DC of today in 1937 and slowly building its catalog of amazing superheroes, you can track each major DC landmark by month. It highlights the debuts of your favorite characters, showcases the talented writers and artists who brought them to life, and examines their relationship to historical events happening at the time.
6 DC COMICS SIDESHOW COLLECTIBLES DEATHSTROKE SIXTH SCALE FIGURE
For fans of DC and crafted character statuettes, you can’t get much better than this sixth scale figure of Slade Wilson, otherwise known as the world’s deadliest mercenary, Deathstroke. Like Marvel’s Deadpool, he was part of an experimental program that turned him into a super-soldier with superhuman strength, speed, and the ability to heal almost instantly.
This Deathstroke is modeled after his appearance in the critically acclaimed video game Batman: Arkham Origins, in which the Dark Knight squares off against the infamous hunter. With the expert craftsmanship of his one-eyed mask, the multiple layers of his suit, and the interchangeable battle damaged chest armor, every detail has been accounted for. He comes with his ballistic staff, a pistol, a katana, and detachable hands for different poses and modes.
5 DC COMICS ENCYCLOPEDIA
With this definitive guide to the characters of the DC Universe, you’ll have the most up-to-date information on your favorite superheroes and supervillains. This redesigned DC Comics Encyclopedia has been updated with the Rebirth storylines as well as New 52, as well as the newest characters and worlds from both. It also contains all origins and backstories for Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and your favorite Justice League Members.
This beautifully illustrated guide can be used not only as a comprehensive reference source but also showcased as an amazing art book. With over 1,100 characters displayed in an accessible layout from A to Z, with rich and colorful prints, you won’t need any other book like it.
4 DC HEROES COASTER SET
Your favorite superheroes already protect humankind, so why not let them protect your furniture as well? With this stylish and modern looking DC Heroes Coaster Set, you can show your love for the DC fandom by using either Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman, or The Flash. Each laser-cut coaster is a mixed-material product, made from both cork and polyurethane plastic.
While other coaster sets can be gaudy and obtrusive, this coaster set is sleek and modern, with each superhero’s logo simply and elegantly cut into the white plastic to reveal the cork beneath it. Their minimalist design will go well with any home decor, any table setting, and any bar setup. They’re perfect for the trendy DC fan in your life.
3 DC COMICS DECK BUILDING GAME CONFRONTATIONS
Jump into the excitement of the epic clashes between your favorite superheroes and supervillains with the DC Comics Deck-Building Game Confrontations! Play either as a team or head to head, and vie for victory with eight new oversized characters to introduce int0 play, and three versions of each.
Two superheroes can take on two supervillains, or play it “Rival” style, such as Batman against Joker, for some serious competitive action. These cards can be mixed with other sets, and an “ally” card has been introduced so that you can play during your teammate’s turn and give them some superhero assistance. For 2 or 4 players, and games can last from a half hour to over an hour.
2 ARKHAM KNIGHT BATARANG LETTER OPENER
Batarangs have many uses, but none so immediately satisfying as opening a piece of mail with one. Got another credit card letter of pre-qualification? Grab the Batarang! Got another grocery store leaflet? Grab the Batarang! Got another jury summons? You get the idea. The Arkham Knight Batarang letter opener is perfect for all your needs, whether they involve simple office tasks or opening one of the Riddler’s clues.
This letter opener from Sideshow Collectibles in based on the actual 3-D files from the video game Arkham Knight, and made from a lightweight metal that makes it a joy and a comfort to use. It measures 7 inches long , 2 inches wide, and .4 inches high. Own your office and the night with this distinct piece of DC memorabilia.
1 JUSTICE LEAGUE WALL CLOCK
You won’t have to search the skies for the bat signal to know it’s time for action - this Justice League Wall Clock will do the trick. Featuring all the logos of the Justice League Members (Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman, Green Lantern, Aquaman, Cyborg, The Flash, and Martian Manhunter) encircling the clock face, it’s made for the ultimate DC fan. And if that weren’t cool enough, it’s made from a vintage vinyl record.
This winning combo of modern art with a vintage twist is perfect for your den, office, or bedroom. Its stylish and unobtrusive design in black and white won’t clash with any home decor, and the silent clock mechanism won’t prove disruptive to your daily life.
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