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Best Battles in New Comics: 09/13/13

This week, we highlight Batman vs. Superman, Deadpool vs. goons, and Eternal Warrior fighting in a huge battle.

It's Friday! You know what could make the day even better? Revisiting some of the best slugfests from this week's new comics, that's what! There were a lot of pretty good options to choose from, but there's simply no way we could resist highlighting the following three. When you're done reading this, don't forget to chime in with your own three favorites! Seriously, we want to see what you dug!

Did your favorite melee not get a mention? Well, it's possible we didn't read that issue, so be sure to make suggestions in the official Best Battles Discussion Thread from now on. We review that before writing this weekly feature and do our best to get our hands on the issues suggested!

WARNING! This edition contains a BIIIIIG spoiler for Injustice and the other two get pretty violent. You've been warned, Viners!

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Batman vs. Superman (INJUSTICE: GODS AMONG US #35)

This is it, Injusticers. After 34 chapters of tension building and building, it has finally shot through the roof. After an attempt on his life and seeing his father injured, Superman loses it and goes after Batman to stop him once and for all. Wayne knows Superman is en route, but he needs to buy some time while the Kryptonian pill Green Arrow (RIP) stole is replicated. Batman isn't waiting in a DARK KNIGHT RETURNS-esque armor or anything along those lines, though. He instead tries to reason with Supes and show him the error of his ways, but unfortunately, the alien isn't in the mood to talk.

In case you haven't been following along, Clark has developed quite a bad temper.
In case you haven't been following along, Clark has developed quite a bad temper.

Clearly unable to duke it out with the Kryptonian, Bruce plays Clark and Lois' wedding video to distract him for a moment. While briefly focusing elsewhere, Batman slips into the shadows because... well, that's what he does. Despite Clark being steadfast in his mission, Bruce still tries to get through to him. He's unable to reason with the Man of Steel, so he takes action.

Who needs kryptonite when you've got dubstep?
Who needs kryptonite when you've got dubstep?

Not only does the sonic attack distract the powerful character, but it also surrounds him in a swarm of flying bats. The Dark Knight uses this momentary distraction to make a rush for the Kryptonian pill now that it's replicated. Superman, however, makes short work of the bats with a stream of heat vision and then grabs Bruce before he can reach his objective. Kal points out he's not here to stop the Caped Crusader... he's just going to put an end to his actions. With that said, Superman lifts Batman over his head and... well, pulls a Bane.

"OH NO! NOT THIS AGAI--AAAAARRGH!!"

Keep in mind, this isn't the final chapter! Writer Tom Taylor confirmed via Twitter there will be more. So, what do you think will happen next, Viners?

Eternal Warrior vs. Death Cult of Nergal (ETERNAL WARRIOR #1)

In one corner, we have Gilad Anni-Padda, the fist and the bronze! Leopard of the plains! And in the other, we have the Death Cult of Nergal, a bunch of ordinary dudes who are turned into mega monsters just for this lovely battlefield. The opposing side is massive, strong and they tolerate pain ridiculously well, but they're no immortal warrior. With his skill and lust for combat, Eternal Warrior leads his men into combat against the enormous enemies. While he's safe as his axe meets a foe, some of his allies aren't nearly as fortunate.

Welcome to the world of Eternal Warrior.
Welcome to the world of Eternal Warrior.

Gilad is exceptionally skilled and cannot die, but even those advantages cannot overcome the sheer numbers and physical advantages the enemy possesses. His brothers land what should be killing blows to ordinary humans, but they are not facing mere humans, are they? Even with guts hanging out, one of these creatures can still attack and kill its target with a scary amount of force. Realizing usual tactics aren't working, Gilad orders his men to aim for the heads (though he doesn't recommend a double tap).

Aim for their heads? THEY'RE... ZOMBIES!
Aim for their heads? THEY'RE... ZOMBIES!

Even with this realization, the enemies are too many and too mighty. Gilad, showing he's a man of morals and a true leader, orders his forces to fall back. Even though he can feel pain, he'll do what he can to hold back the army by his lonesome. He never needs to do that, though, since his daughter rides into combat with a fleet of enormous elephants. Suddenly the Death Cult's men don't seem so large and now they're on the receiving end of a vastly stronger opponent.

The elephant is mightier than the sword.
The elephant is mightier than the sword.

To continue a summary would spoil the most compelling parts (all of these images were in the previews, after all). So, if you want to dive further into Gilad's world and see what develops with his family when the Death Cult no longer poses a threat, we strongly recommend picking up this first issue.

Deadpool vs. Guards (DEADPOOL #16)

You can't kidnap Deadpool and then steal his organs and expect to get away with it. This issue shows the return of a far more serious and quite frightening version of the Merc with a Mouth. The fart jokes are cast aside as Deadpool goes into "serious business" mode and dishes out some crazy brutality upon freeing himself. Remember that warning about graphic content? Yeah, this is exactly why it was there.

Yes, that just happened.
Yes, that just happened.

One helpless scientist viciously killed, two armed men to go. Instead of simply beating them with his fists and feet, Wade makes use of his surroundings and puts those pointy tubes to horrific use. Wade immediately disables one of his opponents and displays a bit of martial arts to drop the other. He then makes the injured guard wish he merely got a kick to the chest like his co-worker did.

I can't help but think of Futurama's Leela whenever a
I can't help but think of Futurama's Leela whenever a "KI-YAH!" is used.

Deadpool goes for stealth while escaping, so when he does encounter someone, he does something very... I'll just say "unique" to silence the shot from his pistol. I don't want to ruin it, so go read the issue if you want the bloody details. Upon getting out, he makes a startling discovery: he's in North Korea. There's some major plot developments I don't want to ruin (seriously, you should be reading the story) and Deadpool is once again incarcerated. A new ally, however, busts him out and the two realize they need to break into a warehouse. While the teammate goes his own way, Deadpool is forced to take out the two men guarding the door. Prepare for cinematic awesomeness courtesy of Gerry Duggan, Brian Posehn, Declan Shalvey, and Jordie Bellaire.

Badass level = fully maxed out.
Badass level = fully maxed out.

Deadpool fans, you're doing yourself a terrible disservice if you're not reading 'The Good, The Bad & The Ugly.' In the event you're not and want to rectify that, it started with issue #15.

Honorable Mentions

Did you love these as well or do you have a different top 3? Let the world know below!
Did you love these as well or do you have a different top 3? Let the world know below!

Don't forget to make nominations every week in the official thread or tell Gregg via Twitter.

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I gotta start reading Deadpool!

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Who's the artist on Eternal Warrior? Those pages look awesome

Trevor Hairsine is the artist and Brian Reber is the colorist.

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Who's the artist on Eternal Warrior? Those pages look awesome

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Lol I love the fake out for the Kryptonite plot device.

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really, batman got his back broken again... ugh

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Where's Scarlet Spider canceled VS angry loyal fans

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That backbreaking move is turning into Batman's Kryptonite.

yeah he needs some Nth Metal protection back there.

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What about X-Force vs. Revenants? That's the only comic I got this week so far at least with a battle worth mentioning.

Seeing as it's a book I'm not reading and no one suggested it in the options provided in the second paragraph or signature...

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What about X-Force vs. Revenants? That's the only comic I got this week so far at least with a battle worth mentioning.

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When Superman broke Batman's back I was laughing at the thought Bane would sue for copyright infringement lol

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well at least Sups didn't break Batman's neck

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Am I the only one unimpressed by Eternal Warrior battle?

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Do do do That's Superman!!

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That backbreaking move is turning into Batman's Kryptonite.

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Cant wait to read eternal warrior and deadpool!

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Where is avengers arena kids vs Cullen?

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Finally proving Superman is better than Batman but most of us already knew that lol .

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Didn't really like any fights in comics this week which is a shame.

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