DC Comics has always known how to create powerful villains. Great villain costumes illustrate why they’re at odds while also showing how they relate to the heroes they’re opposing. In many cases, villains’ appearances correlate with their origin story, revealing what led them to where they are today.
Not all DC villains are concerned with the practicality of their costumes, but when it comes to style, many do their best.DC Comics has come out with solid villain costumes throughout 2022. Many drew inspiration from looks from the past, but other villains wore better costumes than their peers.
10/10 Demon Nezha who boasts strength
of Batman/Superman: World’s Finest #4 The appearance of The Devil Nezha by Mark Waid, Dan Mora, Tamara Bonvillain and Aditya Bidikar is fitting for his goal of conquering the world. Nezha’s costume clearly shows his strength, but it also highlights a much more frightening fact. Nezha does not need protection.
Almost invincible, Nezha wears a single spiked shoulder pad for protection when fighting Superman. It’s no easy feat for anyone, and it’s clear that Nezha poses a serious threat to the security of the world through the bravado of not fully protecting himself from the Man of Steel.
9/10 Revenge is inspired by his father’s costume
Joker #14 By James Tynion IV, Sam Johns, Alex Paknadel, Giuseppe Camuncoli, Belén Ortega, Vasco Georgiev, and Cam Smith, Vengeance isn’t shy about showing how she’s built in her costume. is comparable to many, but Revenge also emphasizes her feminine side by showing off her long curly hair and wearing thigh-high boots.
Vengeance pays tribute to her father Bane with costume masks, wraps, gloves, and long vests while reminding readers of Bane’s look by wearing what works for her. dark night risingIf she doesn’t need exposed venom tubes, Vengeance has a much more practical combat suit, as she can’t be easily weakened by enemies who target her venom supply.
8/10 Omnison’s outfit highlights her royal status
of blue and gold #6 Co-written by Dan Jurgens, Ryan Sook, Steve Buccellato and Rob Leigh, Omnison once again take on Blue Beetle and Booster Gold to show they never give up. Omnison’s costume, which seeks to become ruler of Earth, encourages others to follow her.
Omnison’s outfit incorporates flawless accent gold on every part of her costume, drawing attention to her royal status. , every aspect of her appearance matched perfectly, making others see her as powerfully as they see herself.
7/10 Red X adds some flair to his version of the suit
Teen Titans Academy #12 Introducing two mighty Red X costumes from Tom Sheridan, Tom Derenick, Alex Sinclair, and Rib Leigh. Still, Brick Pettirosso’s cape and collar barely outshine the more tactical look worn by the rest of Red X.
The slickness of Brick’s Red X costume base makes him feel more in tune with his Teen Titans look. His Red X’s skull appears harder and less worn than other Red X’s, showing his youth even when his face is not visible. As for the cloak, he has a distinctive silhouette.
6/10 Mother’s Thread Choices Highlight Her Raw Power and Experience
Action Comics (2016-) #1044 Written by Philip Kennedy Johnson, Will Conrad, David Lapham, and Riccardo Federici emphasize a mother’s strength not only in her appearance, but also in her witchcraft. As someone who can do it, this costume is aesthetically genius.
Mother’s costume features a crown-like mask that demands approval, and a fur collar and shoulder pads both create a striking silhouette near her face. It can only be enhanced by how old it is. It’s clear her mother has her experience and she knows what she’s doing.
5/10 Deathstroke’s uniform combines vibrant style with practicality
Robin #14 Work by Joshua Williamson, Roger Cruz, Norm Rapmund, Luis Guerrero, and Troy Peteri proves once again that Deathstroke is one of the best street-level costumes in all of DC. This is especially true when Deathstroke fights Talia al Ghul. The orange color of his costume next to her creates a visual that draws the reader to the page.
Deathstroke never disappoints in the costume department and this is no exception. In , Deathstroke further highlights one of the best parts of his costume: a two-tone mask.
4/10 Catwoman made a versatile suit for herself
Catwoman (2018-) #39 Works by Tini Howard, Nico Leon, Jordie Bellaire and Tom Napolitano showcase Catwoman’s classic leather and more modern look. She has worn many outfits throughout her time in DC, but this is easily considered one of Catwoman’s best outfits.
Don’t fall into the trap of impracticality that many women’s costumes fall into. Finished off with a silver ring in the middle of her collarbone, this costume captures all of Catwoman’s aesthetic while making it more fashionable.
3/10 The scarecrow costume inflicts fear on the enemy
Detective Comics (2016-) #1057 A book by Matthew Rosenberg, Mariko Tamaki, Fernando Blanco, Amancay Nahuelpan, Jordie Bellaire, and Ariana Maher proves an important point about Scarecrow. The villain may have one of the most common DC villain names, but his costume is anything but.
The scarecrow’s mask, based on the original tunic costume, gives it a much more sinister look, combined with the long hair under his straw hat and the terrifying toxins that hang down from the tube to his fingertips. With it, you can terrify your enemies before they even think about using poison.
2/10 Poison Ivy’s outfit highlights her no-nonsense demeanor
Batman (2016-) #116 In the books of James Tynion IV, Jorge Jimenez, Tomeu Morey, and Clayton Cowles, Poison Ivy is crowned and cleverly covered in the greenery of Eden, giving it a goddess-like appearance. Poison Ivy has the coolest powers in her DC. Especially how they appear through her appearance, her plants grace her seamlessly.
Poison Ivy is often fresh-faced, but dark-eyed and freckled in appearance, demonstrating a strength often only emphasized by her words and actions. Although beautiful, this costume requires some kind of power.
1/10 Angel Breaker makes her presence known
Deathstroke #8 Joshua Williamson, Paolo Pantalena, Romulo Fajardo Jr., and Steve Wands show off this totally surreal and surreal outfit for Angel Breaker. But Angel Breaker offers a striking look that most people can forgive those facts for.
The Angel Breaker costume will make you stand out from any crowd. Her silhouette brings fierce strength from the horns on her head, feathered shoulders, and pointed cloak, not to mention her gauntlets and sword spikes. Given that she’s been around for so long, it’s no wonder Angel Breaker makes sure her looks are as attractive as they are menacing.
