The first season of the DC animated series Creature Commandos, titled Monster Commandos, has concluded, kicking off a new DC Cinematic Universe under James Gunn's creative direction. Let's examine the cliffhangers left in the show's seven episodes, including character introductions, cameos, and connections to pre-reboot DCU projects.
Table of Contents
- Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
- Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
- Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
- Dr. Will Magnus
- Class Z Villains
- Weasel's Lawyer
- Justice League and Other DC Heroes
- Clayface
- First Look at the New DCU Batman
- The New Creature Commandos
Peacekeeper and Suicide Squad Canonicity
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While stated pre-release by Gunn, the first season of Peacemaker (excluding the Zack Snyder's Justice League cameo) remains canon. References to Peacemaker events are made by John Economos (Amanda Waller's aide and ARGUS agent), who appears in the animated series. Peacemaker himself also makes an appearance. The Suicide Squad's canonicity is also established in the first episode.
Themyscira, Bloodhaven, Star City, Gotham, and Metropolis
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The series features locations integral to the DC universe: Cerci originates from Themyscira (Wonder Woman's home); Dr. Phosphorus operated in Gotham; the Galaxy Broadcasting System (GBS), a Metropolis-based news outlet employing Clark Kent and Lois Lane, is referenced; and Dr. Phosphorus's wife hails from Bialia (home of the Scarab that empowered Blue Beetle). 
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Further connections include a soldier mentioning service with Rick Flag Sr. in Jharkhanpur (home of villain Ram Khan); Bloodhaven (Nightwing's location); and Star City (Green Arrow's city) as Mermaid's origin point.
Sgt. Rock and Easy Company
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Episode 3 reveals G.I. Robot's WWII service alongside Sgt. Rock and Easy Company. Sgt. Rock, a popular non-superhero soldier from the 1959 comic Our Army at War, makes frequent cameo appearances across various DC media. Daniel Craig is rumored for a film portrayal, with Maury Sterling voicing him in the series.
Dr. Will Magnus
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G.I. Robot's study by Dr. Will Magnus, creator of the Metal Men robotics team, is also highlighted.
Class Z Villains
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Argus prison showcases various obscure DC villains, including Animal-Plant-Mineral Man and Bloody Millipede (seen above), along with Shaggy-Man, Fisherman, Congorilla, Nosferata, Khalis, Kemo, and Egg-Fu (shown below). 
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Gunn delegated character selection in this scene to the animators and co-showrunner Dean Laurie.
Weasel's Lawyer
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Elizabeth Bates, Weasel's lawyer, is a reimagining of Betty Bates from the 1940s comic strip Lady-at-Law.
Justice League and Other DC Heroes
Episode 4's apocalyptic vision sequence features numerous cameos, including Wonder Woman, Hawkgirl, Supergirl, Booster Gold, Robin (Damien Wayne), Peacemaker, Batman, Vigilante, Judo Master, Metamorpho, Superman, Starfire, Green Lantern (Guy Gardner), Mr. Terrific, and Gorilla Grodd. 
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Gunn confirmed some appearances, while others were added by the animators.
Clayface
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Episode 5 reveals Dr. Ailsa McPherson's replacement by Clayface (voiced by Alan Tudyk, who also voiced Dr. Phosphorus, Will Magnus, and Clayface in Harley Quinn). A Clayface movie, scripted by Mike Flanagan, is in development.
First Look at the New DCU Batman
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Dr. Phosphorus's origin story in episode six involves Gotham crime boss Rupert Thorne and a subsequent capture by Batman.
New Creature Commandos
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The season finale introduces the new Creature Commandos team, led by Bride, and including King Shark (voiced by Diedrich Bader), Dr. Phosphorus, Weasel, the upgraded G.I. Robot, Nosferata, and Khalis. Anticipation builds for season two and the upcoming Superman movie.
