📓 FIELD JOURNAL: EARTH-43 Same Gotham. Same rooftops. Same familiar faces. Completely different rules after sunset. Earth-43 turns the architecture of a superhero story into gothic horror. Episode 6 is out now. And seriously—make it a short day. #InfiniteEarths #Earth43
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The Monitor Tapes: A Crisis on Infinite Earths Podcast
The DC Universe didn't pause while Crisis unfolded. Legion of Super-Heroes #18 served as one of the event's crossover issues, showing how the multiverse-spanning storyline touched books across the publishing line.
Some of the most interesting Crisis-era stories happened just outside the main series. Superman #415 is remembered for its connection to Supergirl's secret marriage and was recently explored on The Monitor Tapes #18, offering another perspective on the era's evolving continuity.
THE NIGHTMARE HAS AN ADDRESS. Earth-43 takes Gotham’s familiar rooftops, alleys and faces—and changes the rules after sunset. Batman is a vampire. And the nightmare doesn’t stop with him. 🌎 Earth-43 is OUT NOW. #InfiniteEarths #Earth43 #DCMultiverse
The story of Crisis on Infinite Earths extends well beyond the twelve core issues. Companion collections gather many of the surrounding stories that expanded the event's place in DC history. Have you explored the companion volumes, or do you usually stick to the main series?
Some destinations are better visited before sunset. Earth-43 isn’t one of them. This Friday, we enter a Gotham where the supernatural is real—and Batman has become part of the darkness. Keep the garlic handy. DON’T BOOK THE NIGHT TOUR. #InfiniteEarths #Earth43
Collected editions have introduced countless readers to Crisis on Infinite Earths long after the original issues left comic shop shelves. The Deluxe Edition Hardcover gave fans another opportunity to experience DC's historic crossover in an oversized format.
📓 FIELD JOURNAL: EARTH-23 Same landmarks. A new perspective. The mythology is familiar—Superman, Wonder Woman, the Justice League—but Earth-23 changes who stands at its center. 🌎 EARTH-23: A Different Center 🎙️ Infinite Earths — episode out now.
Comic creators often pay tribute to classics through unforgettable cover designs. G.I. Joe Vol. 5 #6 featured a Crisis on Infinite Earths #7 homage cover by Danny Cruz, showing just how far the influence of Crisis extends beyond DC Comics.
As the original Crisis on Infinite Earths approached its conclusion, issue #10 pushed the story toward its final chapters and raised the stakes for the entire DC Universe. Many readers remember this stretch of the series as the point where every issue felt essential.
One world. Two callings. Calvin Ellis is President of the United States—and Superman. But Earth-23 is bigger than President Superman. 🌎 EARTH-23: A Different Center From Final Crisis cameo to defender of the Multiverse. 🎙️ New Infinite Earths episode out now.
A Crisis-inspired cover can be a fun way to honor one of DC's most iconic events. Justice League: The Omega Act Special #1 featured a cover paying tribute to Crisis on Infinite Earths, reminding readers how influential George Pérez's imagery continues to be across modern comics.
What if Superman were President? On Earth-23, Calvin Ellis is both—and that's only the beginning. It's a familiar DC Universe viewed from a different cultural center. 🌎 EARTH-23: A Different Center 🎙️ Infinite Earths: A Guide to the DC Multiverse 📅 Coming Friday
A contradiction can be an invitation. The impossible timelines and half-explained rules of Crisis have kept readers testing theories for forty years. If every inconsistency had been cleaned up, would there be less left for us to discover?
All-Star Squadron #52 was featured on The Monitor Tapes #9, encouraging readers to revisit its place in Crisis history. Have you ever picked up an older comic because someone recommended it?
Some Crisis tie-ins deserve another look years after their original release. All-Star Squadron #53, discussed on The Monitor Tapes #9, expands the larger Crisis experience. Which overlooked Crisis crossover do you think more fans should read?
Kevin Miller describes DC as a feedback loop among creative ambition, business survival and fan response. When those forces collide, which one should have the final say over characters that function as both corporate property and modern mythology?
Just released! Join Kevin Miller, author of The Crisis Companion with DC Dave and Doug Adamson on The Monitor Tapes: Tape #21 - The Crisis Companion
Crisis on Infinite Earths was a big swing made by creators who were often working without a map. Would the series have become a landmark if DC had planned every detail perfectly—or did the scramble give it life?
Legacy heroes have always been a cornerstone of the DC Universe. Infinity Inc. #21 introduced new versions of Hourman and Dr. Midnight, continuing that tradition for a new generation. Which DC legacy hero do you think has had the greatest impact over the years? Join the discussion below.
Facsimile editions recreate the experience of reading comics as they originally appeared on the shelves decades ago. How do you feel about facsimile editions compared with original printings? We'd love to hear where you stand as a reader or collector.
If you could completely redefine one Crisis on Infinite Earths character for modern readers, who would you choose—and why? After this discussion, Pariah might be our pick. What's yours?
Not every Crisis-era crossover carried the familiar banner, but books like Omega Men #33 still helped expand the publishing landscape surrounding the event. Do you enjoy tracking down these lesser-known connections, or do you focus on the core series? Join the discussion below.
One of the most fascinating ideas from our conversation with @manruss Mark Russell: What if Pariah is living his own version of Groundhog Day? Every destroyed universe becomes another chance to cope differently. Does that change how you see the character?
Major life events didn't stop just because the Multiverse was changing. Infinity Inc. Annual #1 featured the wedding of Green Lantern and Harlequin, adding a memorable milestone to the era. Which comic book wedding has always been your favorite? Tell us why it still stands out.
Crossovers between rising heroes helped make the mid-1980s DC Universe feel more connected. Fury of Firestorm #42 teamed Firehawk with Wonder Girl during the Crisis era. What are some of your favorite underappreciated superhero team-ups from this period? Join the conversation below.
Serious question: If you knew the universe was ending—and nobody would believe you—would you keep trying to save people... or eventually stop caring? We'd love to hear your answer.
Hot take: Pariah isn't annoying. He's what happens when survivor's guilt lasts forever. Has DC ever fully explored that idea? #TheMonitorTapes
Now available! The Monitor Tapes #20: Spotlight on Pariah, with special guest comic book author Mark Russell @manruss
One of the strengths of Crisis was seeing every hero respond differently. The Fury of Firestorm #41 continued Firestorm's role in the event. Which hero do you think benefited the most from participating in Crisis?