Deadpool/Batman Crossover: Why the Side Stories With Jeff the Land Shark and Krypto Are Stealing the Show
Marvel and DC are joining forces this year for a comic event fans have been dreaming about: the Deadpool/Batman crossover! But here’s the twist—while the main event sounds epic, the real gems might be hidden in the backup stories. Intrigued? Keep reading, because the side adventures could steal the whole show.
- Marvel and DC team up for Deadpool/Batman one-shots
- Backup stories feature surprising crossovers and creative teams
- Fan-favorite pets Jeff the Land Shark and Krypto the Superdog meet
- Release dates and variant covers revealed
Backup stories bring unexpected fun
Last month, the comics world got a real surprise: Marvel and DC announced they’ll be releasing crossover one-shots with Deadpool and Batman teaming up. There are two issues coming: Batman/Deadpool #1 by Grant Morrison and Dan Mora (from DC), and Deadpool/Batman #1 by Zeb Wells and Greg Capullo (from Marvel). But it’s the backup stories in Marvel’s edition that are grabbing everyone’s attention right now.
Who’s teaming up?
Here’s what’s coming in the backup tales:
- Daredevil and Green Arrow join forces in a story written by Kevin Smith and drawn by Adam Kubert.
- Captain America and Wonder Woman share the stage, with Chip Zdarsky on writing and Terry Dodson on art.
- And perhaps the most wholesome crossover: Jeff the Land Shark and Krypto the Superdog hang out, thanks to Kelly Thompson and Gurihiru.
*“Two ICONS meeting for the first time! It’s such an honor for Jeff to get to be Marvel’s ambassador in this crossover story with Krypto,”* Thompson said. Jeff the Land Shark has been a breakout star lately, especially after shining in Marvel Rivals, and Krypto is about to headline next month’s Superman. So if you love animal sidekicks, this is for you!
Big names, big history
Chip Zdarsky, who’s about to launch Marvel’s new Captain America series in July, feels like a perfect fit for the Captain America and Wonder Woman story. Terry Dodson, who handled Wonder Woman’s interiors in the 2000s, is on art. Zdarsky shared, *“This has been surreal to say the least! Captain America and Wonder Woman are the best their worlds have to offer, both warriors for peace. Getting to explore a dynamic and history between them has been genuinely exciting.”*
The Daredevil and Green Arrow team-up is especially exciting for longtime fans. Kevin Smith, known for his films but also his comic runs, has written both characters before—he penned Daredevil: Guardian Devil and a 15-issue arc on Green Arrow. Adam Kubert joins him on art, promising a story that could easily be the highlight of the whole one-shot.
Variants and release dates
The Daredevil & Green Arrow and Jeff & Krypto stories are getting special variant covers, perfect for collectors and fans alike. Check out these previews:
Deadpool/Batman #1 is set to hit shelves on September 17. The DC side, Batman/Deadpool #1, will follow in November, though details on its backup stories are still under wraps.
So whether you’re here for the main event or just want to see what happens when Jeff the Land Shark meets Krypto, this crossover is shaping up to be a must-read for comic fans everywhere!
