Tangent Comics

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Tangent Comics is a comic book imprint published by DC Comics. The imprint was created in 1997 and features an alternate universe where the characters and concepts of the DC Universe are reimagined with entirely new origins, powers, and identities. The Tangent Universe is distinct from the main DC Universe and offers a fresh take on familiar characters.

History

The Tangent Comics imprint was the brainchild of writer and artist Dan Jurgens. The concept was to create a new universe where the names of well-known DC characters were used, but their stories, powers, and appearances were completely different. This allowed for creative freedom and new storytelling opportunities.

Key Characters

• Superman: In the Tangent Universe, Superman is a being of pure energy who can manipulate electromagnetic fields.
• Batman: This version of Batman is a covert government operative with no superpowers.
• Wonder Woman: Wonder Woman in the Tangent Universe is a mystical warrior with a connection to the Greek gods.
• The Flash: The Flash is a teenage girl with the ability to manipulate light.
• Green Lantern: This Green Lantern is a mystical figure who can communicate with the dead.

Publications

The Tangent Comics line was initially released in two waves. The first wave was published in 1997, and the second wave followed in 1998. Each wave consisted of several one-shot issues, each focusing on a different character or team.

Impact and Legacy

Tangent Comics was well-received for its innovative approach and unique storytelling. Although it was a limited series, the Tangent Universe has been revisited in various DC Comics events and storylines. The imprint demonstrated the potential for alternate universe storytelling within the larger DC Comics framework.

Related Pages

• DC Comics
• Elseworlds
• Dan Jurgens
• Alternate universe (fiction)
• List of DC Comics imprints