Batman Beyondremains one of the most iconic series starring the Dark Knight, a story that not only lit up television screens but also thrived in comics. Now, DC Comics has revealed that Terry McGinnis is making his return, and this time, he won’t be alone. He’ll be joined by another legendary hero who defined the childhood of 2000s kids: STATIC!
This fall, writer Evan Narcisse and artist Nikolas Draper-Ivey will deliver a newElseworldstale inBatman/Static: Beyond,starring Terry McGinnis’ Batman Beyond and Virgil Hawkins’ Static.
The six-issue limited series debuts on June 21, 2025, set in a near-future where Terry patrols the streets of Neo-Gotham while Virgil drives a technological revolution in Dakota City. Their paths will collide as they join the Justice League Beyond to“prepare for Earth’s induction into the interplanetary alliance known as the Cooperative.”
Batman Beyond and Static Join Forces to Take on NEW Villain
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Static Shock and Batman Beyond shaped the childhoods of many, including mine. I still remember using a repurposed“stop”sign on the floor, mimicking Virgil’s iconic trashcan lid sequences as he first learned to fly on his disk. Similarly,Batman Beyond captured my imaginationwith its futuristic take on the Dark Knight, making both series unforgettable staples of 2000s pop culture.
This new crossover between these two beloved heroes is sure to have 2000s kids losing it with excitement. Terry McGinnis and Virgil Hawkins will team up with the Justice League Beyond, facing a formidable new villain whose actions could jeopardize the Cooperative’s peace talks, setting the stage for high-stakes heroics and an epic clash across multiple cities.
The first issue’s synopsis teases a world-altering story, with Static andBatman Beyond at the center. Their mission expands beyond the cities they protect, elevating their heroics to a planetary level. Fans can expect a thrilling mix of nostalgia and fresh adventures, combining beloved elements of both series with a bold, cosmic-scale narrative.
Batman/Static: BeyondTackles the Dangers of Our Overreliance on AI
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Another standout aspect of the series is its focus beyond action-packed adventures. Artist Nikolas Draper-Ivey explained,“This story is intended to be a commentary on our overreliance on technology and the imminent dangers of becoming complacent, relying on AI to replace our own imagination and human ingenuity,”promising a narrative with both excitement and a grounded, thought-provoking message.
Fans can also anticipate an exploration of how different Terry and Virgil are, and how their unique backgrounds shape the story. Narcisse noted that Terry is still a high school student learning to carry the weight of the Dark Knight mantle, while Virgil is an adult Justice League member. Their dynamic sets the stage for an exciting, high-stakes crossover adventure inBatman / Static: Beyond.
Batman / Static: Beyond #1is available August 02, 2025, from DC Comics!
