Showing posts with label Superman. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Superman. Show all posts

Thursday, April 7, 2016

NON-GEEKY NERDFIT

Like many of today's world, I am looking to get back in shape. Just over a year ago I had began lifting weights, but then fell back into old habits when I didn't adapt to my job at that time. I was getting bigger. It was just hard to see haha I am in a unique situation in regards to my size. If you looked at me now, you would immediately assume I was an ectomorph (skinny build, hard gains). Understandably, as I am pretty skinny, add being 6'1" and I appear lanky. The thing is, I wasn't always this way. I had weight to me. Not fat per say, but the healthy layer over a medium build. My legs were pretty big and strong. I was a mesomorph (medium build, easy gains). Health took a turn, law dee daw, I am what I am now.

What I have come to learn is that the hardest part of all of this (for me anyhow), is the diet end of things. I can workout all that I want, if I don't keep eating I will not gain anything. Weight, size, muscle, etc. My appetite isn't what it used to be either, although I have moments of old where I am in constant consumption mode. But then there are moments before and after where I almost have to force myself to eat.
**Side Note: If you're a person with the opposite problem and eat too much, leading to wanting to lose weight, I am sure you are cursing me right now. Just know this, that the skinnies face similar issues. People think that we are anorexic or a drug addict. Or when we do eat a lot they think bulimic or homeless. Not fun. Just throwing that out there so you don't hate me too much. Two-sides of the same coin really.**
There are tons of different routines out there, some even named after superheroes and other nerdy things. Personally, the only thing I have tried to incorporate into my own, was the Spider-Man Push-Ups. They're hard, and the only thing that actually makes me think of comic books haha I also didn't find any of them "fulfilling" but that was just me. Right now, as I am banging off the rust, they would likely be perfect to get me started. So, I recommend them as possibly a starting point if you're just starting out or returning to Arkham (we all name our gyms/workout areas....we are nerds after all haha).

I don't so much "focus train" as I go for almost random body parts. I am still a beginner no matter what so I go with what works for me. For all I know I am either over or under training haha Doesn't help that all I have at my current disposal are dumbbells and body weight. Hoping to incorporate a weight bar and bench soon. Both will help incorporate chest exercises, as well as an alternative to the dumbbells. But again, just a beginner so what I have will be good to get things started. Plus, I don't "do" gyms. I am too skinny, grunt too loud, and lay on the floor in a heap when I am done. Pretty sure at least one of those breaks gym etiquette haha

Day 1
  • Concentration Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Hammer Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Concentration Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Shrugs (3sets/25reps)
  • Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Palms In Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Lateral Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Alternating Front Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Upright Rows (3sets/10reps)
  • Crouched Rear Deltoid Rows (3sets/10reps)
  • Two-Arm Triceps Extensions (3sets/10reps)
  • Triceps Kickback (3sets/10reps)
  • Dips (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)
Day 2
  • Squats (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Squats (3sets/10reps)
  • Lunges (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Lunges (3sets/10reps)
  • Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Single Legged Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Single Legged Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Wall Sit (3minutes)
  • Exercise Bike (5minutes)
  • Sit-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Crunches (3sets/10reps)
  • Heel Touches (3sets/10reps)
  • Spider-Man Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)
Day 3
  • Seated Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Concentration Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Hammer Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Palms In Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Shrugs (3sets/25reps)
  • Seated Lateral Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Two-Arm Triceps Extensions (3sets/10reps)
  • Triceps Kickbacks (3sets/10reps)
  • Palms-Up Wrist Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Palms-Down Wrist Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Concentration Palms-Up Wrist Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Concentration Palms-Down Wrist Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Elevated Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)

Day 4
  • Man Makers (3sets/10reps)
  • Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Palms In Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Palms In Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Lateral Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Bent Over Lateral Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Front Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Upright Rows (3sets/10reps)
  • Shrugs (3sets/25reps)
  • Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Concentration Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Hammer Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Elevated Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)

Day 5
  • Squats (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Squats (3sets/10reps)
  • Lunges (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Lunges (3sets/10reps)
  • Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Single Legged Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Weighted Single Legged Calf Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Wall Sit (3minutes)
  • Exercise Bike (5minutes)
  • Sit-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Crunches (3sets/10reps)
  • Heel Touches (3sets/10reps)
  • Spider-Man Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)

Day 6
  • Seated Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Concentration Bicep Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Hammer Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Concentration Hammer Curls (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Shrugs (3sets/25reps)
  • Seated Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Palms-In Shoulder Presses (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Lateral Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Front Raises (3sets/10reps)
  • Seated Two-Handed Triceps Extensions (3sets/10reps)
  • Triceps Kickbacks (3sets/10reps)
  • Dips (3sets/10reps)
  • Spider-Man Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Elevated Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)

Day 7
  • Resistance Band Bicep Curls (3sets/25reps)
  • Resistance Band Shoulder Presses (3sets/25reps)
  • Resistance Band Lateral Raises (3sets/25reps)
  • Resistance Band Front Raises (3sets/25reps)
  • Resistance Band Front Rows (3sets/25reps)
  • Resistance Band Side Rows (3sets/25reps)
  • Exercise Bike (5minutes)
  • Dips (3sets/10reps)
  • Spider-Man Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Elevated Push-Ups (3sets/10reps)
  • Push-Ups (to failure)

The weight varies, and increases over time. When I am unable to buy the next set of dumbbells for a time, I simply increase reps by 5, and repeat as it gets easier. With push-ups, it is "to failure" meaning I do them until I just can't anymore. Ya they are just push-ups, but doing them at the end of the routine makes them a tad more challenging. For me at least haha Also, I am low on cardio beyond moments on the exercise bike, but that is because I am looking to gain and too much cardio will keep me skinny. So, that is for later haha Still wish I had done all of this back in high school. I'd have been even better at the sports I played and looked great. Back when gain would've been a breeze, compared to my skinny butt now. It was embarrassing at times to say I workout, as you can't really see it if you don't see the before. Speaking of before I took a break, but will get back to that, and bigger haha I gotsta.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

NGN FAVORITES: MOVIES

Like television shows, this list doesn't really show everything that I have watched and enjoyed throughout my life of 34 years. Too many genres for starters, and I enjoy trilogies and sagas, which are technically one story. Most of the movies I have seen were at home, but have seen a few in theaters. I just prefer uncrowded places, with no morons talking, yelling, or chewing through the film haha

Fav Movies As A Kid
  • Batman (1989)
  • Batman Returns
  • Rocky IV
  • No Holds Barred
  • La Bamba
  • The Neverending Story
  • He-Man And The Masters Of The Universe
  • Who Framed Roger Rabbit?
  • Police Academy 3
  • The Care Bear Movie
The Care Bear Movie was the first film I had seen in a theater, so it makes the cut for popping the cherry. I remember thinking how weird He-Man was, but I as a child I liked it. Same with Hogan in No Holds Barred. La Bamba and The Neverending Story still make me cry haha Stupid horse. Police Academy 3 would've been joined by 1 and 2, but didn't have the room. All three were on a VHS tape at my grandparents, so it was "one" movie to me haha Porky's Revenge almost made the cut, given my cousin and I watched the crap out of it haha

Fav Movies As A Teen
  • He Got Game
  • Space Jam
  • Scream
  • Independence Day
  • American Pie
  • Natural Born Killers
  • Men In Black
  • Bad Boys
  • The Crow
  • American History X
My teen years were my basketball years, and comic book movies were well....Batman & Robin...ya. He Got Game is still a great movie, glad to see my kids enjoying what I did as a teen haha Will Smith was tops at that time, hence the film count for him. American Pie...hahahahahaha Natural Born Killers and American History X are/were amazing movies. Gripping as they say.

Fav Movies In My 20's
  • Batman Begins
  • The Dark Knight
  • The Dark Knight Rises
  • Star Wars Ep III: Revenge Of The Sith
  • The Lord Of The Rings Trilogy
  • The Matrix Trilogy
  • Scarface
  • The Godfather Trilogy
  • Kick-Ass
  • Watchmen
Although some of these began when I was a teen, the trilogies were mainly watched in whole in my 20's. Scarface and The Godfather came out when I was a kid (and before I was born) but finally watched and loved them. There was finally an influx of comic book films, but again too many to list, so I went with the ones just outside of "mainstream". Chloe Moretz as Hit Girl was off the chains....do they still say that? Meh. The Dark Knight Trilogy needed to be mentioned individually. They are top favorites. And, they are directly responsible for my return to comic books.

Fav Movies Now
  • Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice
  • Suicide Squad
  • Deadpool
  • Man Of Steel
  • The Avengers
  • The Avengers: Age Of Ultron
  • Guardians Of The Galaxy
  • Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
  • The Amazing Spider-Man
  • Sherlock Holmes
Suicide Squad doesn't come out until mid-summer, and I haven't seen Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice yet. Why are they on the list? Underestimating my fan hood. Love what I have seen thus far from both movies. I am also on the side that loved Man Of Steel. And Supes always has to earn my love haha Like majority The Avengers universe would go on here, but there isn't enough room. Guardians Of The Galaxy makes the cut because I truly had no hope for the film, and it ended up being my favorite so far. I am also disappointed that the Amazing Spider-Man franchise was cut short (especially with the planned build on the universe), and back in reboot mode.

Friday, April 1, 2016

MORE WRESTLING THAN ANYTHING ELSE

If there are any "regulars" out there, you may wonder why so many more wrestling than anything else entries. Well, that is simply because professional wrestling never stops. I've said before what the WWE has become is truly sports entertainment.  Unlike other television shows and sports, there isn't an off-season in wrestling. Sure, we may get a pre-taped RAW if Christmas lands on a Monday, but we still get something.

With sports entertainment, there is also many other things to talk about then RAW or Smackdown!, even though there are things to talk about there on a weekly basis. There is the past, the present, the future of each superstar and diva (sorry, wrestlers and womens wrestlers), which include things like character direction, who they should face, who they should face again because it was amazing before. There is the direction of the WWE and the rest of the promotions out there. There are countless rumors and incidents to talk about. Countless "what if..." and "should be"s on every level of the business.
This time of year is Wrestlemania season, so there is even more things to talk about. This years event and it's card, how it should be, how things will turn out. Opinions on how things did go down, the next nights RAW. Plus, there is 31 previous Wrestlemania's and the matches they contained or should have.
I don't get this from anything else. Television shows usually only last so long before they are cancelled, or simply decide to end their runs. Television also functions as "seasons", so we only get half a years worth really, and nowadays with the breaks during the season. Movies are similar, except there is usually a 2-3 year gap between films, and that is if there is even a follow-up film. And revamps are highly possible (looking at you Spider-Man). With comic books it all depends on what you read and how publishing schedules work out. Even then, you are likely looking at a monthly wait for the next issue. Plus, now even the comic books are in a near constant revamp and relaunch mode.

With wrestling the worst that really happens are injuries or sudden character changes or firings, but even all of that gives fans something to talk about. So, if anyone was curious as to why the wrestling posts are heavier than anything else, that is why. Or if you don't care, I completely understand haha

Saturday, March 26, 2016

A WTF GOES OUT TO DC COMICS

Rebirth. Another relaunch? If Dan Dido and Jim Lee want to be like Marvel so bad, just jump ship already. In regards to comic books, it was the only valid statement in a DC v Marvel conversation. DC Comics had relaunched/renumbered just the one time, where Marvel seemed to do it quite often. Haven't seen anything that has verified this, but if the rumors are true, I am not happy about that haha

I understand some of the possible reasons I have come across. Shows like Arrow and The Flash bringing in new fans, and wanting a product that is similar to that of the television show. It happened to me with Green Lantern. I watched the movie in 2011, didn't mind it at all, then began to read the comic books. Yes, I enjoyed Ryan Reynolds' Green Lantern. I am thinking it is because I was only aware of the character, because I will admit now that the comic book is better and understand why that franchise is in reboot mode. I got into the comic book version and didn't expect things to be the same as the movie. A lot of people seem to forget that the shows/movies are adaptations of the comic books. I only point this out as I am curious as to what Dan and Jim have planned if their other forms of media become flops and failures? Rumors have it that Supergirl and Legends Of Tomorrow are up in the air in regards to there being second seasons.
In all honest, DC Comics should have done one of two things. First, they shouldn't have revamped and simply renumbered. Their top titles like Detective Comics, Batman, etc were approaching issue number 1000. Issue number 1001, should have been 1. They didn't do this so, secondly, they should have had a unshakable commitment to what they were doing. Some titles throughout the New 52 era, weren't in print long enough to really get any traction and make sense of things. They did  show commitment, just in the wrong way. Convergence took over for a couple of months, which for some people meant that if you weren't interested in the storyline, then you were left with nothing to read. When did they decide to not simply do as they always have done and simply made a new temporary title that tied into other permanent titles. I usually try to be pro-DC Comics all the time, but this is a hard one. As a Batman fan (ya, ya typical of me right?) I now have to deal with Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo leaving the title, then whatever DC Comics decides to do with the goddamn Batman and his soiree of characters. The only saving grace is that Snyders' replacement is James Tynion IV, who we've been given tastes of his writing style throughout Snyder's run on Batman. And also, what happens to the good things that came from the New 52 relaunch? Again with Batman, I enjoyed some of the villains backstories being updated (Mr. Freeze, Scarecrow, etc).

I am sure everything will be good. Just a matter of overlooking this almost comic book cliche of relaunches, and revamps. I enjoy movies and television shows too, I just don't expect the comic books to be the ones to change and mirror the live action. Save that for new titles that are separate from the main comic book universe. I didn't read the Smallville comic books, but thought that they were an amazing idea. I enjoyed Batman '66 for a brief period, and have been wanting a Batman (1989) series. Perhaps it is time for some change atop DC Comics. Till next time, stay Nerdy!

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

APP OBSESSION OF THE MOMENT

Not usually an "app person", I barely even want a cell at times haha But, I do have moments where I join the herd and play around with one. MSQRD is the app that has my attention at the moment, and drew me in with the Batman V Superman filters. Like I was going to pass up being Batman haha I have enjoyed it thus far, and am thinking perhaps I will replace text messages with videos of myself as Batfleck's Batman. Seriously, I am haha

There is also the Superman filter, which for any X-Men fans could also be used to replicate yourself as Cyclops sans visor or shades. There are others, but nothing comic book related from what I can tell. Which is what my brain is craving now, and can envision filters where we are transformed into comic book characters like Deadpool, The Joker (any, and all live action versions), Robin, Nightwing, Red Hood, you can see where I am going with this I am sure. Well, if you are a comic book fan
that is.

If I were more Geek than Nerd, I would try and make my own app that is the same, but I would also add voice changing features. I think that would be pretty cool. For those who aren't able to imitate. Batman, Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds), even other genres with legendary voices like from Star Wars with Darth Vader, Darth Sidious, Yoda,......Jar Jar hahaha

It will be interesting to see where else they go with this, if anywhere. Would seem possibly a good idea to try and base more things on movies and shows as they are released. Deadpool, Batman V Superman, Captain America: Civil War, Suicide Squad, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Out Of The Shadows, etc this year alone. Nerd culture is booming right now, and with even just the movies it makes sense. The Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice filters have been enjoyable as I have said. If they charge us for them, hopefully not too much haha

Sunday, March 6, 2016

THIS MOVIE HAD BETTER BE GOOD

Which movie? That would be "Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice". Not just because of the hype or the cast, those are important of course, but because I have been waiting since 2013 for this film. The film that launched this movieverse was "Man Of Steel", and I am one of those who really enjoyed the film. So much so, that I immediately awaited a sequel.

Technically, "Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice" isn't a sequel to "Man Of Steel", but it is the follow-up. The sequel will apparently come out later, which is somewhat weird but could kind of work in my head. Perhaps have the "stand-alone" movies be of the prequel nature, and the "Justice League" movies will be now/future. Which I hope is the case for Ben Affleck's Batman. I'll have to see his portrayal in "Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice", but at this moment in time I prefer a story with a younger Batman.
Of course, the "hype" and cast side of things plays into it. This is really DC Comics launch of a larger movieverse to if not compete with, than draw comparisons with Marvel's. "Man Of Steel" was first, but this is an all-star line-up and big screen debuts for some fan favorite characters. Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Cyborg, Flash, Batman, Superman, among other supporting characters. As for the "baddies", we got Lex Luthor and a reincarnated Zod turned Doomsday thus far. And something to do with Darkseid, the scope of his appearance is unknown.
I can't leave out how I hope "Suicide Squad"is a success as well. Perhaps just as much as "Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice", as I am somewhat of a Joker and Harley Quinn fan. This will be Jared Leto and Margot Robbie bringing my favorite crazies to life within this movieverse, and I am hoping Leto hurts the egos of the haters really....really....bad. So far, things look great. From the clips I have seen, Margot has owned the role of Harley Quinn. I understand the "ink" arguments with Leto, however if The Joker were real and alive today he would have some ink. Perhaps not as much, but the crazy clown would likely welcome the pain, and the pain of having them removed. And of course repeating the process. The closing argument would be that The Joker's psyche has so many layers, who is anyone to say that this (like those who proceeded him) isn't one of them?

I've been a good boy and took a wait and see approach to all of this. Think Ben Affleck and Jared Leto were the first names to come to mind for Batman and The Joker? Absolutely
not, but have taken like I said the wait and see approach hoping to be rewarded. So far, so good. Just hoping the trailers and ads weren't the high points as it tends to be with some movies.

Thursday, March 3, 2016

COMIC BOOK MOVIE STUFF POOR MAN'S STYLE...AND THAT'S OK!

Sure, there are the trailers, tv spots (commercial to talk show) and general merchandise (toys, etc) that come with almost every movie. Occasionally there are collector cups at the theaters or 7-11, but that is about it. At least with "Batman V Superman: Dawn Of Justice" coming out soon, there has been some added collector items released for all fans alike, casual to hardcore.

Of course there is the cereal and the collector boxes it comes in. And surprisingly, they aren't bad at all. Personally, Batman (Chocolate Strawberry) is tops with milk, while Superman (Caramel Crunch) is a really good dry snack. And even though it wasn't like the apparent "celeb editions" with capes and mask, the boxes are somewhat visually appealing and displayable. For those who like display their interests.
Another thing has been with Dr. Pepper and collector cans. The set of 5 includes Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Lex Luthor, and Lois Lane. If you haven't tried Dr. Pepper before I would be amazed (if you live in Canada or USA that is), for me is in my Top 3 soft drinks. I haven't collected pop cans since Star Wars Ep. I with Pepsi products, which I don't have anymore due to a period of unemployment and being thirsty haha, but have immediately jumped back into. I am pretty sure my nerdism is exposed when I am trying to spin the cans within the case to see who it is but after getting back to back Lex Luthor's I had no choice. So far I have Bats, Supes, and as mentioned Lex. Just the ladies left to go, and preferably a non-diet can with Superman on it so that my brain doesn't itch.
It will be interesting to see if Suicide Squad gets to join in on the fun later in the year. Hopefully other Justice League characters join in near its release date as well. Although I don't see the cereal expanding beyond Batman and Superman, although possible, it is easy to see the collector cans growing in numbers.

Now perhaps this is the norm in the USA, up here in Canada we tend to get snubbed with things. And these things are awesome as there isn't really a social status things at all (sorry, but the cost of statues and whatnot can be insane).

Monday, February 3, 2014

DC MOVIE UNIVERSE

With the recent announcement (and uproar) of the casting of Jesse Eisenberg as Lex Luthor, and Jeremy Irons as Alfred Pennyworth, the DC Movie Universe has expanded again. Looking at the size of the cast, it is hard to argue with the rumor that the delay in production and pushed back premiere is due to them filming more than one film, however there is the fact that apparently even a small delay of a week or two would push the opening back about 10 months. However, being a fan of how they shot the Lord Of The Rings trilogy, I am hoping there's more than one film being made in succession. Otherwise, there are a lot of stars and a lot of story to cover in a two hour time frame. We shall see.



Superman/Kal El/Clark Kent (Henry Cavill)
Star of the first installment, Cavill dawns the "S" once again. With all the additions, hard not to ask how much of Superman's story will be pushed to the back.



Lois Lane (Amy Adams)
Also returning is Amy Adams as Lois Lane. Like Superman, it will be interesting to see how the other characters being added will not just effect her story, but the story between Lois Lane and Superman/Clark Kent.



Perry White (Laurence Fishburne)
His role in "Man Of Steel" (2013) was smaller, but important to showing the reaction of the city during the attack by Zod and company. I see possibly a smaller role in upcoming movies that are not Superman focused.




Martha Kent (Dianne Lane)
Ma Kent is coming back too. Her role in "Man Of Steel" (2013) was as expected, with Dianne giving a great motherly performance (I liked the scene at school with a little CK). Perhaps we'll see more interaction between her and Lois this time around.




Batman/Bruce Wayne (Ben Affleck)
The casting that caused the worlds largest bowel movement amongst a large section of Bat-Fans not wanting to take the wait and see approach. After all is said and done, one side will be eating words. Hopefully the supporters are the ones proven right this time around. Until then we can all speculate what the Bat-Suit will look like. Can't see a "tights" style as that was technically already done by Adam West in the 60's. Hoping for an Arkham Origins video game style personally.



Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot)
Another casting that had mixed reviews, most of which was directed at her size. But, if anyone has watched Zach Snyder's past films, should have zero worries on that subject. For the first time since Lynda Carter did in the mid 1970's, Wonder Woman is coming to us in live action form and it's about time! And here's hoping for a solo spin-off film if all goes well. Very curious as to what her wardrobe will look like. Classic style? Pants? Xena-like? A brand new, unique take on something?








Lex Luthor (Jesse Eisenberg)
With nothing but rumors and speculation since the casting of Batman and Wonder Woman, and with heavy assumptions on who should and will play Lex Luthor, with names like Bryan Cranston, Mark Strong, among others being passed around. The part was finally cast, and like those who proceeded him, Jessee Eisenberg has received some negative feed back. Also like the others, talented enough for most of us to take a wait and see approach.



Alfred Pennyworth (Jeremy Irons)
Along with Lex, it was announced that the role of Batman/Bruce Wayne's closest confidant Alfred Pennyworth has been cast. Haven't read nor heard anything negative feedback on this one, which is far from surprising. The world of the new Batman has improved even more.



It's hard to say exactly which characters will be added to this ever growing and ever talented cast. "Arrow" tv star Stephen Amell claims that the "Arrow" universe may be connected to this one. Of course, Marvel is using Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. as part of their cinematic universe, so it's not far fetched. It would mean we know who Green Arrow, Arsenal, among others are, and with The Flash just finishing up his debut on the show, and set to get his own, we would know who the fourth member of Justice League is (possible title for M.O.S. follow-up). Plus, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson is set to possibly join this universe also. One thing is for sure, DC Comics is at least making an effort to bring us their universe, personally liking what they are giving.

Stay Nerdy!