DC Justice League characters are known for their moral uprightness, commitment to their superhero duties, and just doing the right thing in general. It's their admirable qualities, as well as their larger-than-life personalities, that inspire such devotion in their fans. But part of being a fan of these characters involves considering the traits that make the heroes who they are, regardless of their comic environment.
Fans of the Justice League have reimagined their favorite characters in various settings and styles in the past--it makes sense that they'd wonder what the League would look like in college too. Check out the list below for some of the most on-point college reimaginings.
10 Wonder Woman as a Student-Athlete
In any universe, Diana Prince, aka Wonder Woman, is a force to be reckoned with. Even without the royal upbringing or quest to save humanity, the intensity of Wonder Woman lies, in no small part, in the way in which she holds herself.
In artist Lorenzo Lopez's reimagining, Prince is shown college-aged, liberally tattooed, and well-muscled. The homage is shown to her secret identity in her boxing outfit, cutting a formidable image. The tattoos on this version of Wonder Woman also hold several easter-egg references to other characters in the DC universe, as well as a few Hellenic references.
9 The Flash and Green Lantern in the '50s
Barry Allen has always been a bit of a dork, and Hal Jordan has always been a bit of a snarky bad boy. Take them out of their respective periods, and these qualities endure. Artist Alejandra Laria Aleaga has captured the Flash and Greenlatern duo as college students in the 50s.
In his suspenders and thick-framed glasses (complete with the book-bag on shoulder and books in the arm), Allen looks like the quintessential harried college student. Jordan, on the other hand, sports a fitting Greaser-era look.
8 Batman and Superman Shopping
Bruce Wayne doesn't like taking breaks from crime-fighting as Batman. Thankfully, he's got a friend in Clark Kent; Kyroptian, Superman, and, more importantly, a personal grocery shopper. Tumblr user ouou0704 has re-imagined these two supers within this One True Pair (OTP) dynamic, translating their personalities quirks into a classic binary: the one who stays at home (or at the cave) and studies (analyzes crime reports) while the other takes a break to pick up groceries.
It would be remiss to not mention the Smallville letterman jacket that Kent sports, as he would be a jock in any universe except his own.
7 Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman
The troublesome trio strikes again, this time as jubilant adolescents. Batman's demeanor is more carefree than cannon could ever allow, due in no small part to his Justice League pals. The experimentation with his hair is spot-on, somehow rebellious and also mature.
Wonder Woman chucking peace signs are similarly a carefree, goofy gesture, as well as an on-brand message from the Amazonian. Superman's mop of hair and boyish charm shine through his cheesy grin, completing the sense of youthfulness to this Justice League selfie by artist macomico.
6 Adulting With the Justice League and Shazam
Imposter syndrome is a real thing - and it doesn't get any easier after hitting the major milestones like graduating college and entering the workforce. The double entendre of Shazam's situation, as a preteen superhero who looks like an adult, is how, no doubt, many 20-somethings feel upon being thrown into the world of adulthood.
To be fair, people who fight crime in those outfits are not exactly the best examples of well-adjusted adults, but the situation artist cpo31 depicts here is relatable enough to resonate for all new grads out there approaching the next chapter of their lives.
5 Harley Quinn, Batman's Fashionable Nemesis
While not a member of the Justice League, Harley Quinn's involvement with Batman is not to be overlooked. It would be a near-impossible feat in this artists' reimagining anyway, as Quinn shows off a more sleek, sophisticated sense of fashion that her canonical self wouldn't be caught dead in.
College is a time where worlds collide, where Bruce Wayne's and Harley Quinn's of the world can feasibly associate with one another. Artist radiant-pie on Tumblr captures the nuances of a Harley Quinn one can easily imagine as a psychology major, probably diagnosing her friends with narcism.
4 Justice League Vs Teen Titans
The 2016 animation crossover might have been the first time that the Justice League crossed paths with the Teen Titans, but fans have imagined and brought to life their interactions outside of this event. Artist Wolf-Fram brings Raven to life in this smoldering revision, bringing the Teen Titan to modern-day relevancy.
In a perfect DC world, Raven and Diana Prince could grab a cup of coffee before a Comp Lit class and discuss Greek poetry. They could punctuate burgeoning vigilantism with trips to the library for all-nighters, or vice-versa.
3 The Flash and The Green Lantern, Post Work-Out
Wonder Woman isn't the only Justice League member that can easily be seen as a student-athlete. Barry Allen makes a convincing track super-star. The McDonalds bag tucked into the crook of his arm here is no doubt on-brand for the speedster, and will likely be gone in a flash.
Another one of artist Alejandra Laria Aleaga's creations, this work captures both a wholesome moment in a burgeoning relationship and a classic example of a college student's diet.
2 Super Line-Up
From the way his hulking figure fits his loud blazer, Clark Kent would be a hassle to sit behind in a lecture hall -- but someone who takes reliable notes. Depicted in this line-up with Jimmy Olsen, Lois Lane, his alter ego Superman, and Batman, the bunch makes an impressive, if not diverse study group.
Artist sully-s on Tumblr captures not only the rag-team quality that makes the Justice Leauge hero and adjacent members so loveable but also Clark Kent's questionable taste in primary colors.
1 Young Urban Justice
Artist Doretetsu has reimagined the Justice Leauge as strapping youths, ready to take on bad guys-- as long as those bad guys are midterms.
As a whole, the group looks like they've just wandered out of a 100-series ethics class. Despite their differences in appearance, this youthful league embodies common learning in being true to oneself as their individual personalities shine through their somewhat questionable wardrobe choices.