Dark Knights of Steel II: the sequel to an epic medieval adventure
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- Discover the global return of Dark Knights of Steel II, a 12-issue series with a medieval twist on the DC universe.
Dark Knights of Steel II: the sequel to an epic medieval adventure
Dark Knights of Steel has proven itself as one of DC’s most successful Elseworlds projects in recent years. Written by Tom Taylor, the author of Injustice: Gods Among Us, the original series offers an alternate DC universe where iconic heroes like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and Aquaman are reimagined in a medieval fantasy setting. DC has now revealed an early look at the sequel, Dark Knights of Steel II.
The story of Dark Knights of Steel
The original Dark Knights of Steel series places familiar figures in a world that evokes the intrigue and political power struggles of a Game of Thrones-style setting. Key powers in this universe include the Houses of El and Wayne, the Kingdom of Storms, and Amazonia. The series introduced a story in which these realms were manipulated into war by alien shape-shifters, but they have since formed an alliance. That alliance will be put to the test in the new series.
Details of Dark Knights of Steel II
Dark Knights of Steel II is a 12-issue limited series, once again written by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Otto Schmidt. The sequel promises readers a story full of intrigue and conflict, with themes of power, betrayal, war, and love at its core. Taylor describes the story as a “twisted tale of power and betrayal,” where heroes fight tyrants and good people unite against the evil advance of empires.
Timeline
2026-04-13: DC announces the return of medieval fantasy in Dark Knights of Steel II.
2026-07-15: The first issue of Dark Knights of Steel II launches.
2026-07-22: Dark Knights of Steel II Special: Heir to the Sea #1 releases, featuring Aquaman’s origin story.
Tom Taylor’s reaction
Tom Taylor has shared his excitement about combining his love of both comics and fantasy. He calls it a dream to bring these two worlds together and expresses his regret for the “terrible things” that will happen to the characters. With a team that includes Arif Prianto, Wes Abbott, Matthew Levine, and Andrea Shea, there seems to be plenty in store for fans of the series.
Dark Knights of Steel II promises to be an exciting expansion of the DC universe, and fans of both the original story and new readers can prepare for an adventure full of action, drama, and classic DC elements, but with a surprising medieval twist.
