Close Menu
  • Support Us
  • Newsletter
  • News
  • Features
  • Interviews
  • Reviews
    • Video Games
      • Previews
      • PC
      • PS5
      • Xbox Series X/S
      • Nintendo Switch
      • Xbox One
      • PS4
      • Tabletop
    • Film
    • TV
    • Anime
    • Comics
      • BOOM! Studios
      • Dark Horse Comics
      • DC Comics
      • IDW Publishing
      • Image Comics
      • Indie Comics
      • Marvel Comics
      • Oni-Lion Forge
      • Valiant Comics
      • Vault Comics
  • Podcast
  • More
    • Event Coverage
    • BWT Recommends
    • RSS Feeds
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
Support Us
But Why Tho?
RSS Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
Trending:
  • Features
    HITMAN World of Assassination - Signature Edition

    ‘HITMAN World Of Assassination’ Struggles On Switch 2

    06/16/2025
    One Piece But Why Tho 5

    Fathers of ‘One Piece’: Powerful Bonds, Legacy, and Found Family

    06/13/2025
    Elena Street Fighter 6 But Why Tho

    Elena Brings Style And Versatility To ‘Street Fighter 6’

    06/06/2025
    Lune and Sciel from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33

    Lune, Sciel, And The Romance Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Fails To Realize

    06/05/2025
    Ana de Armas as Eve Macarro

    Everything To Know About Eve Macarro In ‘Ballerina’

    06/05/2025
  • Star Wars
  • K-Dramas
  • Netflix
  • Switch 2 Games
  • Summer Game Fest
But Why Tho?
Home » Comics » REVIEW: ‘Dark Knights of Steel,’ Issue #1

REVIEW: ‘Dark Knights of Steel,’ Issue #1

Collier "CJ" JenningsBy Collier "CJ" Jennings11/02/20213 Mins ReadUpdated:08/30/2022
Dark Knights of Steel #1
Share
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Reddit WhatsApp Email

Dark Knights of Steel #1

Dark Knights of Steel #1 is written by Tom Taylor, illustrated and colored by Yasmine Putri, and lettered by Wes Abbot. It is published by DC Comics. Scientist Jor-El escapes the doomed planet of Krypton with his pregnant wife Lara and crash-lands on Earth during medieval times. Years later, the House of El has formed its own kingdom due to Jor-El and Lara developing superhuman powers under Earth’s yellow sun. Their son Kal-El yearns to join Prince Bruce Wayne in battle, unaware that a prophecy has led other kingdoms to believe the House of El will bring about the apocalypse.

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here

Get BWT in your inbox!

Subscribe to our weekly newsletter and get the latest and greated in entertainment coverage.
Click Here

Taylor has made a name for himself, crafting alternate takes on the DC Universe, most notably the Injustice and DCeased franchises. However, much like his post-dystopia Marvel tale Dark Ages, Dark Knights of Steel is significantly less bloody and dark than Injustice or DCeased. Despite others’ fears, the House of El seems to be a benevolent kingdom, and there is peace in the land. It’s honestly a refreshing change of pace from other alternate realities, and it continues to show that Taylor’s range is rarely matched by other writers in the comic book business.

Taylor also has free reign to reinvent other characters in the DC Universe, slotting them neatly into the roles they’d have in medieval times. Black Lightning rules over the Kingdom of Storms, with a teenaged John Constantine as his trusted seer. Batman rides into battle with his right-hand man Alfred and his Robins, who act as his scouts. Harley Quinn is even his jester! The fun of alternate universes is seeing how beloved characters would change if placed in a certain setting or their origins were altered, and I hope to see more characters in this world — especially the Flash.

Taylor is joined by Putri, who had previously done covers for comic book series including House of X/Powers of X and Young Justice. She leans into the concept of “DC heroes and villains in a medieval setting,” putting a spin on beloved heroes’ costumes. Batman is depicted as a literal Dark Knight, wearing a jet-black suit of armor that resembles his usual Batsuit. Kal-El wears a blue vest and a red cape, with clasps bearing his signature Superman shield. Even Green Arrow is sporting a getup that makes him resemble Robin Hood in all but name. Her color art also gives the heroes the vibrant colors they usually sport, even with their medieval flair. And keeping in line with the medieval theme, Abbot’s captions feel like scraps from an old tapestry.

Putri also depicts how superpowers would be immensely destructive in a world where DC heroes live in stone castles instead of cities. A battle between Batman and Black Canary ends up going poorly for the Dark Knight as her sonic scream sends him flying through a wall—and literally shatters an inn. Black Lightning’s powers grow a constant storm over his kingdom, and when Jor-El is confronted by a group of bandits, he scatters them with a burst of blood-red heat vision.

Dark Knights of Steel #1 is the perfect mix of swords, sorcery, and superheroism, as Tom Taylor and Yasmine Putri forge a new DC Universe. If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones and/or Lord of the Rings or enjoy Taylor’s previous written work, I highly suggest adding this series to your pull list.

Dark Knights of Steel #1 is available now wherever comics are sold.

Dark Knights of Steel #1
5

TL;DR

Dark Knights of Steel #1 is the perfect mix of swords, sorcery, and superheroism, as Tom Taylor and Yasmine Putri forge a new DC Universe. If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones and/or Lord of the Rings or enjoy Taylor’s previous written work, I highly suggest adding this series to your pull list.

Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn WhatsApp Reddit Email
Previous ArticleREVIEW: Operation Motherland is a New Spin For ‘Ghost Recon: Breakpoint’ Fans (PC)
Next Article REVIEW: ‘Ballad for Sophie’
Collier "CJ" Jennings
  • Website
  • Facebook
  • X (Twitter)

Born and raised in Texas, Collier “CJ” Jennings was introduced to geekdom at an early age by his father, who showed him Ultraman and Star Trek: The Next Generation. On his thirteenth birthday, he received a copy of Giant Size X-Men #1 and dove head first into the realm of pop culture, never looking back. His hobbies include: writing screenplays and essays, watching movies and television, card games/RPG’s, and cooking. He currently resides in Seattle.

Related Posts

Absolute Flash Issue 4

REVIEW: ‘Absolute Flash’ Issue 4

06/18/2025
Krypto The Last Dog of Krypton Issue 1

REVIEW: ‘Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton’ Issue 1

06/18/2025
Superman Unlimited Issue 2

REVIEW: ‘Superman: Unlimited’ Issue 2

06/18/2025
Absolute Batman Issue 9 Cover featuring Bane

REVIEW: ‘Absolute Batman’ Issue 9

06/11/2025
Robin and Batman Jason Todd Issue 1 cover

REVIEW: ‘Robin and Batman: Jason Todd’ Issue 1

06/11/2025
Trinity Daughter of Wonder Woman Issue 1 cover

REVIEW: ‘Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman’ Issue 1

06/11/2025
TRENDING POSTS
Taecyeon and Seohyun in The First Night with the Duke Episodes 1-2
8.5
TV

REVIEW: ‘The First Night With The Duke’ Episodes 1-2

By Sarah Musnicky06/12/2025

The bar is set pretty high with The First Night With The Duke Episodes 1-2. While exposition-heavy, it is a delightfully silly watch.

Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Set Art News

The Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Drop Starts Today And It’s Hitting Me Hard

By Kate Sánchez06/16/2025Updated:06/16/2025

The Nuestra Magia Secret Lair Drop is open for orders now, and they support NALAC. To be honest it couldn’t have come at a better time.

Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Remastered promotional art from Bandai Namco
6.0
PC

REVIEW: ‘Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Remastered’

By Matthew Glenn06/14/2025

Mobile Suit Gundam Seed Battle Destiny Remastered is runs on nostalgia and great Gundam piloting, but there is more left to be desired.

Aaron Taylor-Johnson and Alfie Williams in 28 Years Later
8.5
Film

REVIEW: ’28 Years Later’ Is How Franchises Should Return

By Kate Sánchez06/18/2025Updated:06/18/2025

Director Danny Boyle and writer Alex Garland reunite for 28 Years Later, delivering tension all the way up to the film’s final minutes.

But Why Tho?
Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram Pinterest RSS YouTube Twitch
  • CONTACT US
  • ABOUT US
  • PRIVACY POLICY
  • SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER
  • Review Score Guide
Sometimes we include links to online retail stores. If you click on one and make a purchase we may receive a small contribution.
Written Content is Copyright © 2025 But Why Tho? A Geek Community

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.

But Why Tho Logo

Support Us!

We're able to keep making content thanks to readers like YOU!
Support independent media today with
Click Here