Darkseid is…only just beginning. The ultimate anti-life in the universe has been at the heart of the “DC All In Saga” since its beginning…and while the King Omega battle has been won by the forces of good, the war against Darkseid has only just begun! All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World presents the hidden past of the being called Uxus, his descent into Darkseid, and his plans for the fate of all creation!

Darkseid has been near the center of DC’s “All in Saga” acting as the villain for major events and delivering major moments regarding the ongoing meta story playing out. If you don’t care about that, you can skip All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World. The issue acts as a way to clear up and allow readers to catch up to Darkseid’s plan as the DC Universe barrels away towards the next major event(s).

The issue is broken into two parts. Scott Snyder writes the first with art by Sanford Greene, color by Matt herms, and lettering by Steve Wands. Here we get the origin of Darkseid and what’s driving his current actions and what his vision is. It lays things out in simple terms adding in his perspective on things. We learn of the Alpha and the Omega and who Darkseid sees as his counter in the DC universe. It’s interesting in some ways and makes things clearer but it also continues to elevate a certain superhero that already feels like the DC universe revolves around. It continues a shift that’s been clear since the All In initiative began. The story and reveals have their moments but only really play to those who really care about the ongoing story of Darkseid and events where he’s the center. For casual readers, they may feel lost. It also spotlights that there’s been a lot of one-off quick teases of what’s going on that have made little sense and feel like they’re abandoned to the point we need a comic like this to remind readers and connect the dots.

The second story is written by Joshua Williamson with art by Yasmine Putri and lettering by Steve Wands. It follows Pandora. Remember her? Yeah, this story literally calls back to the “New 52” and highlights my biggest issue of the DC Universe, that it often relies on obscure trivia or moments that haven’t been a thing in decades. Darkseid has a task for Pandora as we see how she plays into whatever is coming. Again, like the first story, this one is for the hardcore fans… but the really hardcore fans… like ones that have been hanging on and debating moments from the formation of the “New 52.” It teases what’s to come with Pandora’s role which might be interesting in how it plays out but overall comes off as a sliver of a massive picture.

All In Saga: Darkseid vs. the World is for the diehard DC fans that buy, read, and examine every little moment. For the casual readers, it’s fine if you’re sold already on what’s to come or want a tease of the next big event with Darkseid. Overall, it feels like an issue that has to exist because the meta story is so scattered in its parts that you need a guide to connect all of the dots and make it clear as to what’s going on. As far as the content, it does a good job of explaining things and catching up readers but the bigger question is, will they care if they’re not already invested?

Story: Scott Snyder, Joshua Williamson Art: Sanford Greene, Yasmine Putri
Color: Matt Herms Letters: Steve Wands
Story: 7.5 Art: 8.0 Overall: 7.5 Recommendation: Read

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