James Gunn Says His DCU Won’t Repeat Darkseid Any Time Soon

James Gunn, the newly appointed co-CEO of DC Studios, has announced that he has no immediate plans to feature Darkseid, a powerful villain from the DC Universe, in the upcoming DCU projects. Gunn's decision is influenced by the shadow cast by Zack Snyder's interpretation of the character and the prominence of Thanos, a similar villain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Gunn aims to take a fresh approach to the DCU, focusing on building a cohesive and distinct narrative that sets it apart from the previous iterations and the MCU. He acknowledges the challenge of navigating the existing DC landscape while creating something new and exciting for audiences. The article suggests that Gunn's focus will be on introducing new characters and storylines, rather than immediately delving into the cosmic-level threats associated with Darkseid. This strategy is likely to help establish the DCU's unique identity and avoid any potential comparisons or overlaps with the established superhero franchises.