Did rebirth continue from new 52
Rebirth, the DC Comics initiative that relaunched the DC Universe in 2016, did not directly continue from the New 52.
The New 52 was a major relaunch of the DC Universe in 2011, which rebooted many of the DC Comics characters and storylines. The New 52 was designed to be a fresh start for the DC Universe, with new origins, costumes, and continuity for many characters.
Rebirth, on the other hand, was a response to the mixed reception of the DC You initiative, which was a continuation of the New 52. Rebirth aimed to restore the DC Universe to its pre-New 52 state, while still incorporating some of the changes made during the New 52 era.
Rebirth was announced in May 2016, and it marked a significant shift in DC's approach to storytelling. The initiative aimed to restore the DC Universe's pre-New 52 continuity, while also introducing new characters and storylines. The Rebirth era saw the return of many classic characters, costumes, and storylines, as well as the introduction of new ones.
Some of the key changes made during Rebirth included:
- The restoration of the DC Universe's pre-New 52 continuity, including the return of characters like Wally West (the original Flash) and Donna Troy (Wonder Girl).
- The reintroduction of classic characters and costumes, such as the return of Superman's classic costume and the reintroduction of the Justice Society of America.
- The introduction of new characters and storylines, such as the introduction of the "DC Universe: Rebirth" event series, which explored the aftermath of the DC Universe's reboot.
- A renewed focus on character-driven storytelling and a return to the DC Universe's core values of hope, optimism, and heroism.
Overall, while Rebirth did not directly continue from the New 52, it did build upon some of the changes made during that era, while also introducing new elements and restoring the DC Universe to its pre-New 52 state.