Overview
- Gunn confirms Darkseid will not serve as the central threat for DCU Chapter 1, saying the timing is not right.
- He cites overlap with Marvel’s Thanos plus Zack Snyder’s recent portrayal as key reasons to hold back on the character.
- Gunn clarifies the DCU’s Salvation will not tie to DeSaad or Apokolips, with ARGUS using the dimension to contain metahumans.
- Reporters note he plans to cherry‑pick ideas from Salvation Run instead of a direct adaptation, signaling a more original storyline.
- Darkseid could surface later or in other media, as hinted in coverage of an animated Mister Miracle, while Man of Tomorrow is slated for July 9, 2027 with the Salvation thread in play.