Gift from Hawkman Artist Philip Tan!

Hawkman by Philip Tan

   I received a very special surprise in the mail today! I have enjoyed getting to know Philip Tan through the Hawkworld group on Facebook over the years. The other day he messaged me to say that he had sent me something. I received it today and it blew me away! 

   Philip Tan was the artist for the Savage Hawkman series in 2011-2012! He drew seven of the first eight issues of the series. He has also done work in many other titles such as Iron Man, Spawn and the Uncanny X-Men! 

   Philip sent me two profile pieces of Hawkman. The red one says 飛べ、TIMさん which means Soar, Tim! He also sent me a signed copy of his book titled Ktar/カタ―！Check out the link to it on Facebook! 

Thank you so much, Philip! Check out Philip's sites for some stunning art! 
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Hawks Around the Internet (January 12-18)

Here are some articles and videos that Hawkman and Hawkgirl appeared in during the week of January 12-18.

10 Awesome Arrowverse Characters The Shows Did Nothing With　
   Here is a list of some of the grievances I had with DC's Legends of Tomorrow...
   1. Built up the arrival of the Hawks for six months. 
   2. Killed off Hawkman in the pilot
   2. Rip Hunter acted like nothing happened. 
   3. They shoved Hawkgirl into a relationship with Ray Palmer/Atom.
   4. Hawkman returns as a mindless slave from the future called Scynthian Torvil. 
   5. They write the Hawks off at the end of Season 1. 
   6. Thirty seconds after the Hawks left, the Justice Society showed up. 
   7. No mention of Hawkman's friendship with the Atom or his connection to the Justice Society.
   8. The most bland, boring, unHawkman like costumes ever. 
   9. Absolute disaster of a show. The writers read one Screen Rant article about Hawkman and thought they knew everything there is to know. 

Hawkgirl defeats Wonder Woman in Injustice Game
The blue costumed Kendra Munoz-Saunders of the New 52, that is. NOT the one in the picture.

The Horrible, Twisted Story that Ruined Hawkman and Hawkgirl for a Generation

If I grew up in the 2000s and saw the Justice League Unlimited series, I would have hated Hawkman, too. Good job, Bruce Timm. 

Who Is Hawkgirl? Who Is 'Hawkgirl,' Isabela Merced’s Character in James Gunn’s 'Superman'? 
   The fact that they chose a Hispanic actor to play Hawkgirl makes it pretty obvious she is Kendra Saunders; the granddaughter of Speed Saunders and great-niece of  Shiera Saunders who has reincarnated with Hawkman for thousands of years. They are no longer soul mates. butstill connected to each other.

The Nth Anniversary of Hawkworld!

Hawkworld (Originally called Hawkman Winged Warrior) First Group Banner by Joe Prado

     January 15, 2025 is the Nth anniversary of Hawkworld! I started Hawkworld on Facebook back in 2016 and what a ride it has been. When I was a kid reading comics, I sent out a few letters to the comics, but my letters were never published. I could only dream about interacting with the creators of the characters that I loved reading about. When I began Hawkworld on Facebook, I never expected for that to change. I just wanted to start a place where I could talk about Hawkman and interact with my fellow Hawkfans. What happened is something I never expected, and it still leaves me a bit blown away when I think about all that has happened. Here are some of the highlights during the last nine years with Hawkworld. 

Predictions for Hawkworld 2025

Predictions and Hopes for Hawkworld 2025

   It's been a slow few years for Hawkman and Hawkwoman. Ever since the end of the Hawkman series in 2021 and Justice League in 2022, it's been a long run of cameos, cover art appearances, and a few sudden appearances here and there with a line or two at best. Hawkgirl has had it a bit better, with her continued appearances with the Justice League, and the announcement of her role in the upcoming Superman movie. We'll ignore that disastrous Hawkgirl mini-series and just move on like it never happened. 

   So what will we see for the Hawks in 2025? Here are a few bold predictions for 2025. 

Debunking a Hawkgirl Article

   Screen Rant came out with an article today titled "DC Flips the Script on Hawkman and Hawkgirl's Dynamic." Here is the link to the article. I have some things to say about the article.  

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JSA #3 Review

JSA No. 3 ( March 2025) 
Release Date: January 1, 2025 
Script: Jeff Lemire

Pencils\Inks: Diego Olortegui 
Colors: Luis Guerrero 
Cover: Cully Hamner
Editing: Andrew Marino, Katie Kubert 

   JSA No. 2 ended with Hawkman being apparently killed by a demon. With the reincarnation cycle finally ended (Hawkman Vol. V No. 26), this is truly the end of Hawkman or he finds a way out. There are major spoilers ahead so go read the issue first before you read the rest of my review! 

First Sunrise of Hawkworld 2025!

 May the Year 2025 be a year of health, new challenges, and reaching new heights! Happy New Year! 

Review of Hawkworld 2024

   

   The Year 2024 was another year of waiting, searching, and being disappointed that ended with a bit more to look forward to in 2025. In comics, Hawkman and Hawkgirl appear to be back as regular members of the JSA series, unlike the disastrous, horribly delayed Justice Society series by Geoff Johns that ended mercifully in October. In the movies, Hawkgirl was in and out of the news thanks to the upcoming Superman Legacy film. Here are the highlights of Hawkworld 2024.

Preview of JSA No. 3

 JSA No. 3 is coming out on January 1, but AIPT comics site posted a preview of the issue. If you read the last issue, Hawkman had a demonic sword thrust thru his chest. Is he dead? Hard to imagine how he'll get out of this one. And remember, the reincarnation cycle has been completed so if he dies, that's the end. No more reincarnation. Click the link below to check out the preview! 

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The Artists of Hawkman and Hawkgirl

   I put together two montages of many of the artists who have done Hawkman and Hawkgirl over the years. Hawkman and Hawkgirl are characters who have been blessed with some of the greatest artists in comics. I'll list the full names of the artists below. If there is someone you think I should add next time, feel free to let me know in the comments! 

DC Comics Solicitations 2025 March

 The solicitations for DC Comics March 2025 are out. There are some Hawkman, Hawkgirl and Hawkwoman news so check out the issues below! 

JSA No. 5 (Released date March 5) Note: Good news! Hawkman (Hawkgirl also) is on the cover so he may be alive. (With covers you never know.)

Art by Cully Hamner

The JSA have a lead on a KOBRA facility preparing for their next terrorist attack. But which faction of the team will make it to the facility first, and what will it mean for the future of the world’s first super-team?!

Petition for The Shadow War of Hawkman and Hawkman Vol. 2

    Way back in 1968, Hawkman's first solo run ended and he was teamed up with the Atom in the retitled Atom series, but The Atom and Hawkman lasted only 7 issues before being canceled. It began a long period where you would have to go to the Justice League of America series, backup features in Detective Comics, or stories in the World's Finest Comics to find the Hawks. Despite being almost a first-tier or strong second-tier hero in DC Comics during this time, Hawkman was without his own series for a very long time. 

House Ad for The Shadow War of Hawkman (1985)

 

JSA #2 Review

JSA No. 2 (February 2025)
Script: Jeff Lemire
Pencils/Inks: Diego Olortegui
Colors: Luis Guerrero
Letters: Steve Wands
Cover: Diego Olortegui 
Editing: Andrew Marino, Marquis Draper, Katie Kubert 

   The new JSA series kicked off with a bang in issue No. 1. Writer Jeff Lemire didn't waste any time getting the action going and in this issue, we get a flashback of how our heroes ended up being attacked by the Injustice Society in separate locations. The Injustice Society is pretty ruthless here and the JSA clearly have their backs up against a wall. It's nice to see Hawkman villains Gentleman Ghost and Shadow Thief showing their stuff. Hawkman (Carter Hall) and Hawkgirl (Kendra Saunders) are outside the Tower of Fate and holding back the army from Hell but they are clearly overwhelmed. The issue ends with Jay Garrick smashed by Solomon Grundy, Jakeem still a coma, and finally Hawkman apparently impaled through the chest with a demon's flaming sword. 

Hawkworld on Bluesky!

 Bluesky has been around since 2019. Hawkworld received an invitation for it back in 2021. It was a bit slow at first, but it has really taken off during the last month. Hawkworld is there and trying to post daily. Also, there is a TON of comic book creators jumping on to Bluesky as well! So if you are interested in a rapidly growing social media site and want some Hawk-content, come give Hawkworld a follow and come soar the friendly skies! 

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JSA #1 Review

JSA No. 1 (January 2025)

 

   The new JSA series has kicked off! This review will be solely from a Hawkman/Hawkgirl point of view so if you're looking for a more complete review, please check out the other sites. 

   Jeff Lemire's series has finally kicked off and to be honest, it's a bit of a disappointment, from a Hawkfan's perspective of course. It appears that the Infinity INC and the Justice Society are together now and the younger heroes are trying to figure out why the veteran heroes suddenly vanished and where they went. While they squabble over how things should be done, it's revealed that the older members are in the Tower of Fate. Alan Scott, Jay Garrick, Wildcat, and Dr. Fate are trying to find a way out while Hawkman and Hawkgirl are outside fighting off the "locals." At the end of the issue, we find out that the Injustice Society may be behind it. 

Make Hawkman Simple?

Art by Cully Hamner

  

   DC Comics' Absolute Universe has kicked off. While none of it has caught my interest, it's impossible to avoid seeing articles and posts about what is going on with the event. I make it a point to read the articles that mention Hawkman and I came across an article that left me scratching my head. 
   In the CBR article by Timothy Blake Donohoo, the following is mentioned and suggested:

Hawkman featured in JSA No. 3

 

Hawkman featured in JSA No. 3 (Release Date January 1, 2025) 

It appears that Hawkman will be featured in JSA No. 3. Here are the solicitations notes from First Comics News.

After sacrificing his reincarnation for one last life with the woman he loves, Hell is the last place Hawkman wants to be right now! With his allies at the Tower of Fate under siege by the Injustice Society, can he escape Wotan’s clutches—or is his goose truly cooked?

 It still concerns me why Kendra is being paired with Carter instead of Shayera. I thought we were finally done with the whole Carter-Kendra flip-flop soap opera with the horrible Hawkgirl series. The notes seem to indicate that they are going with where Venditti's series left off, but why isn't it Shayera? I guess we'll have to wait and find out. Writer Jeff Lemire is one of the best so I have faith that he will prove me wrong and bring in Shayera. Time will tell. 

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How long have the Hawks existed?

 DC's 20 Oldest Heroes, Ranked By Age

CBR put out a ranking of the top 20 oldest DC heroes, and both Hawkman and Hawkwoman are on the list. Hawkman's first life as General Ktar of the Deathbringers and Hawkwoman's first life as Shrra the Herald. It's impossible to know when they first came into existence. They both lived an incredibly long time before their reincarnation cycle of thousands of lives even began. 
 Hawkman is listed at No. 12. He appears to have been created by the Lord of the Void for the purpose of conquering planets and as Hawkman Vol. V No. 7 (February 2019) indicates, Ktar was alive and active for a very long time before he finally broke free of the Lord of the Void's control with Shrra's help/ My guess would be at least 100,000 years old but it could be even longer than that. 
 Hawkwoman comes in at No. 6 as she is probably even older. The fact that she was a herald of the god entity that appears in the issue mentioned above would indicate that she was created at the beginning of this god's existence.  
 There is no doubt that Hawkman and Hawkwoman have been arround for an extremely long time. Their knowledge of history and their expertise gathered from their previous lives is criminally underused by DC Comics writers. It would be a fascinating subject to explore and it would set the Hawks apart from most DC characters. 
 It appears that they sometimes forget some of their past lives until they come across a place or an artifact that triggers their memories and helps them remember. In Hawkman's very first appearance in Flash Comics No. 1 (January 1940), Gardner Fox set this up beautifully with the Nth metal knife that caused Carter Hall to remember his life as Prince Khufu of Egypt. Robert Venditti used the same method to help Hawkman rememeber his past lives on Krypton and other places. This would be an interesting thread for a writer to tackle someday. Even a TV show that introduces a different memory trigger each week would be very interesting. The possibilities are countless. 
 What do you think? How long do you think the Hawks have existed? Let us know what you think in the comments!  

Hawkman and Hawkgirl Tryout Page by Robb Phipps

 I came across this page on a comic art site but it gave few details. If anyone has more information, please let us know in the comments. AND SOMEBODY SIGN THIS GUY UP FOR A HAWKMAN COMIC!!! 

New JSA Series by Jeff Lemire Featuring Hawkman and Hawkgirl

Art by Diego Olortegui

   It has been announced that a new JSA/Infinity Inc. series by Jeff Lemire will start a month after the current Justice Society by Geoff Johns ends. Currently, the last issue of Justice Society is scheduled to end in September, but the series has been plagued by delays since it began so it could be postponed again. The art will be by Diego Olortegui.