WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers for DC ALL IN SPECIAL #1!DC is redefining theJustice League’sstatus quo with the most significant hero upgrade fans have ever witnessed. What makes this moment even more groundbreaking is that the League’s core members are extending this upgrade to every hero on Earth. And if a variant cover is to be believed, even a few unexpected villains may be receiving the upgrade—along with an invitation to join the Justice League.
DC’s ALL IN initiativehas finally arrived, and a preview ofDC ALL IN SPECIAL#1 by Scott Snyder, Joshua Williamson, Wes Craig, and Daniel Sampere offers fans a first look at the comic that promises to redefine the DCU for years to come. The full issue releases on August 23, 2025, but in the meantime, an exciting preview of the Alpha half offers a look at the story from Superman’s point of view.
Through the Man of Steel’s eyes, we see the introduction of a Justice League upgrade like never before:membership cards forged from a fusion of the universe’s most advanced technology and magic, marking what could be the most powerful enhancement Earth’s heroes have ever received.
Introducing JUSTICE LEAGUE MEMBERSHIP CARDS–DC’s Ultimate Hero Upgrade
DC’s Justice League Membership Cards Debut inDC ALL IN SPECIAL#1
In the narrative, Superman explains that the cards started as a symbol of unity—a concept that will likely play a major role for DC heroes moving forward, especially after their lack of coordination left them vulnerable during theAbsolute Powercrisis event. Hence, ina show of unity, every core Justice League member contributed to their creation.Superman goes on to detail the impressive forging process, beginning with the advanced Earthly technologies from WayneTech, Steelworks, Queen Industries, and TerrificTech that were used to construct the hardware. But the cards’ power extends far beyond human tech, incorporating magic and alien technology.
The alien tech comes from Kryptonian and Thanagarian sources, powered by the Speed Force, and brought together through John Stewart’s architectural expertise and Green Lantern willpower. Wonder Woman then blessed the cards, imbuing them with magic and divine forces from realms beyond Earth.Given the blend of advanced technology and magic, it’s clear that these cards will grant significant upgrades to their wielders.After all, crafting something so advanced without the capability to enhance or support the hero who holds it wouldn’t make sense. Thus, one question arises: which heroes will receive this monumental upgrade? The answer is simple—everyone.
“It Was Necessary to Invite Everyone”:Every Hero in the DCU Gets an Invitation to Join The Justice League
Booster Gold Gets His Membership Card Hand-Delivered by Superman
Depicted through Superman’s narration and Daniel Sampere’s art, it’s clear thatevery DC hero—regardless of past team affiliations, age, or past mistakes—has received a Justice League membership card.Superman explicitly states,“In the past, we limited our ranks, but this time we knew it was necessary to invite everyone.“Sampere’s art showcases heroes like Starfire, Arsenal, Damian Wayne’s Robin, Metamorpho, Robotman, Blue Beetle, Supergirl, Fire, and Ice receiving their cards, reinforcing the message of inclusivity and showing that no one is excluded from this new Justice League initiative.
The narration also reveals that Mister Terrific developed a method to teleport the cards to their intended recipients, providing a simple yet believable explanation for how the Justice League could invite everyone. However, among all the heroes,Superman personally delivers one card—to none other than Booster Gold.This special delivery hints at Booster’s significant role in the upcoming narrative, as confirmed by Scott Snyder and Wes Craig in a behind-the-scenes interview. However, fans will have to read the full issue todiscover why Booster Gold is so importantto receive a hand-delivered invitation from the Man of Steel himself.
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Are a Select Few of DC’s Villains Also Getting an Invitation to the Justice League?
Variant Cover forJustice League Unlimited#1 Teases Catwoman, Harley Quinn, & Poison Ivy Joining the Justice League
TheDC ALL IN SPECIALis just the beginning of what’s to come, setting the stage for several other titles, including Mark Waid and Dan Mora’sJustice League Unlimited, which will continue to emphasize the inclusivity established by the special. However, a variant cover by Daniel Sampere teases that the Justice League might be even more inclusive than fans expected, as Catwoman, Harley Quinn, and Poison Ivy are seen fighting alongside DC’s heroes. This imagery suggests they could be part of the team, raising the question: did these former villains also receive their ownJustice Leaguemembership cards?
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DC ALL IN SPECIAL #1is available June 05, 2025, from DC Comics!
