Black Lightning: Nafessa Williams “Thunder” Costume Revealed

The CW has recently revealed a first look at Nafessa Williams’ costume as Thunder in the upcoming Black Lightning live-action TV series. For those who haven’t been following the casting, Nafessa Williams is playing Anissa, the oldest daughter of Jefferson Pierce, aka Black Lightning. Anissa is stated to be “Passionate and quick-witted…,” and is also working part time at her father’s school as well as going to medical school.   Williams had this to say about her role as Annisa. “‘The thing is is that, being her older sister, there’s some exciting things that [Anissa is] discovering, but there’s also some…

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Injustice 2 Free Trial Announced

The official Injustice Youtube channel has updated with a free trial announcement trailer for Injustice 2.  During the free trial, players with Playstation Plus or Xbox Live Gold will be able to download the trial. Players will be able to play all the main characters in the roster in the multiplayer modes along with the first three chapters of the game’s story mode.  Players will also be able to play as the DLC characters via the Multiverse Event Portals. Best part of the trial is that any progress made during the trial will be saved so that players…

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Injustice 2 Atom Gameplay Trailer Streamed

The official DC Youtube channel has updated with a new gameplay trailer for Injustice 2.  The latest trailer features a closer look at the Atom’s move-set. The character will be available for those who purchased Fighter Pack 3 or those who purchased the Injustice 2 Ultimate Edition.  The Atom will be available for purchase separately on December 12. Source: DC

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Black Lightning: Cold Dead Hands Review

This will be a spoiler-free review of Black Lightning: Cold Dead Hands. So no need to worry about spoilers in this particular review. Alright, so we’re introduced to Black Lightning stopping a few criminals who call themselves “The Weathermen”. I have to say it’s interesting seeing Tony Isabella writing this character once again. I haven’t really read that much Black Lightning in terms of comics. I know he’s had a miniseries here and there during the New 52 but I wasn’t inclined to pick them up. Hearing Tony was going…

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Black Lightning “Cold Dead Hands” Miniseries

What’s going on heroes? Continuing with the Black Lightning news. Coming out tomorrow is a Black Lightning miniseries which is entitled “Cold Dead Hands” and I have to say that I’m excited. I’ve always enjoyed reading Black Lightning comics so this miniseries will be a great jumping point to get back into the character before his CW Series. Writing the book is Tony Isabella who is one of the co-creator of Black Lightning along with Trevor Von Eeden. So seeing him getting to write a character he helped create is…

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Black Lightning Casts Chantal Thuy as Grace Choi

What’s going on heroes? Happy Tuesday, we have some casting news I missed yesterday. That being Chantal Thuy has been cast as Grace Choi in the upcoming Black Lightning series. I have to say that I’m happy to see this character come to life on the small screen. Comic book Grace Choi was an Amazon who worked as a Bouncer in the meta-human club. Television series wise, she will be a bartender who becomes the love interest of Anissa Pierce who is played by Nafessa Williams. I have to say I’m happy…

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Injustice 2 Hellboy Trailer Streamed

The official Injustice Youtube channel has updated with a new character trailer for Injustice 2. The latest trailer focuses on the brand new character, Hellboy. Hellboy will be available for players who purchased the Injustice 2 Ultimate Edition, Injustice 2 Digital Deluxe Edition, Injustice 2 Ultimate Pack or Fighter Pack 2 on November 14th. The character will be available separately on November 21. Source: Injustice

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Jill Scott to Play Lady Eve in Black Lightning

In some casting news, I don’t think anyone would have called. Jill Scott will be coming to the upcoming Black Lightning series. She will be playing none other than Lady Eve. To quote show-runner and executive producer Salim Akil on the artist joining the show. ““Jill is an amazing artist who can embody any character and give them an authentic voice that is both nuanced and richly complex,” showrunner and executive producer Salim Akil said. “I am excited to see her in the role of Lady Eve” Fellow comic fans,…

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Injustice 2 Atom Trailer Streamed

The official Injustice 2 Youtube channel has updated with a new DLC trailer for Injustice 2.  The latest trailer features a look at the latest character that will be joining the roster, the Atom.  The Atom will joining the roster as a part of Fighter Pack 3, however no other details are confirmed at this time so stay tuned for updates. Source: Injustice

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Injustice 2 Raiden Trailer Streamed

Over the weekend the official Injustice Youtube channel updated with a new trailer for Injustice 2.  The latest trailer reveals the gameplay for Raiden who will be the next DLC character that will be added to the game.  The trailer also reveals that Raiden will featuring a character skin in the form of Black Lightning.  Since both characters have similar powers it makes sense that Netherrealm Studios went with that direction. Raiden will be available for purchase in October and will be available for Ultimate Edition and Fighter Pack 2 owners a week prior to…

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