Gotham Datasbase Write up - Cobra Soldiers

COBRA SOLDIER

DEX: 2 STR: 2 BODY: 2  

INT: 2 WILL: 2 MIND: 2  

INFL: 2  AURA: 2 SPIRIT: 2 

INITIATIVE: 6 HERO PTS: 10

• Skills: Weaponry: 2, Vehicles: 2
• Advantages: Connections: Cobra (High)
• Drawbacks: Loyalty (to Cobra Commander)
• Equipment: Rifle [BODY: 3, EV: 3], Knife [BODY: 1, EV: 2]
• Wealth: 1
• Background: Recruited into Cobra from various backgrounds, promised power and a sense of belonging. Serves as a foot soldier and an easily replaceable member of the Cobra organization.

Here are your basic, run of the mill soldiers who were easily defeatable, and couldn't hit the side of a barn if they tried.

G.I. Joe Joins the Gotham Database – My DC Universe Crossover

 

Ever since I was a kid, one of my favorite things in life has been G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero. The cartoon, the toys, the comics—I was hooked from the start. The Joes weren’t just another military team; they were larger-than-life heroes, specialists in their own fields, each one with a unique personality and skillset. And let's be real—who didn’t want to storm Cobra’s base or parachute out of a burning Skystriker?

Gotham Database: 2025—The Year of Doing Whatever the Hell I Want

 

Welcome to 2025. Another year, another pile of notes, and another excuse for me to throw everything at the wall and see what sticks. This isn't some carefully structured project, and I’m sure as hell not following some kind of content calendar. No, this is pure GM chaos—ideas, write-ups, and world-building straight from my notebook, poured into the Gotham Database for those who actually appreciate this kind of madness.

So what’s coming?

First off, GI Joe write-ups. Yeah, I’ve been sitting on these for a while, and it’s time to finally let them loose. I’ve run plenty of GI Joe-inspired games, mashed them into my DC Universe, and built them into something that makes sense in my world. If that sounds like blasphemy to you, I’m not apologizing.

Then, there’s CW's Arrow. More write-ups, more expansions, more of my take on that corner of DC. Maybe I’ll flesh out more of the supporting cast, maybe I’ll tweak some mechanics—whatever feels right in the moment. Because that’s how I run things.

And beyond that? Who knows. Maybe I’ll crack open some old notebooks and dust off something I forgot about. Maybe I’ll throw in some classic Batman The Roleplaying Game goodness. Maybe I’ll mash up something even more ridiculous. 

This is my world...

My take on the DC Universe, and if I decide that Cobra Commander is running a deep-cover operation in Gotham, then guess what? That’s what’s happening. Heck, maybe Cobra will face off against Kobra!

I’m not here to debate what’s “canon.” I’m not here to follow some corporate-approved storyline. I build what I want, I run the games I want, and I share what excites me. If that’s your thing? Welcome aboard. If not? Scroll on by...

Either way, 2025 is going to be one hell of a ride. Buckle up.

P.S. - Oh yeah, my podcast will get a revamp too.

 

James Gunn's Superman Trailer is out.. and it looks awesome.

The long-awaited Superman trailer is finally here, and let me tell you—this is the Superman we’ve all been waiting for. After years of waiting for the right moment to see the Man of Steel soar back into our lives, we’re about to get a full-blown, larger-than-life adventure that is everything fans have been craving. Superman has officially dropped its first look, and this one’s different. This time, we’re talking about hope, heart, and the return of what’s been missing for far too long.

Thoughts on Final Night Storyline & DC Kickstarter is ending..

 

The Final Night is a 1996 DC crossover storyline where heroes must save Earth from an alien entity, the Sun-Eater, which threatens to engulf the sun, plunging the planet into eternal winter. This dramatic tale blends superhero action with human emotion and highlights the importance of unity in the face of catastrophe. Written by Karl Kesel and illustrated by Stuart Immonen, it serves as both a gripping disaster narrative and a pivotal moment in the DC Universe.

We have a Youtube channel for our Podcast!

Some folks asked if the Gotham Database podcast could be on Youtube as well as audio platforms. So as requested you can go right to this link and listen to all the podcasts as they happen just like you can via spotify or apple. Enjoy!

https://youtube.com/@theGothamDatabase

Gotham Database Podcast: DC Kickstarter Update & Absolute Batman #1 Review

 

 

 

In today's episode, we dive into the nitty-gritty of the DC Kickstarter campaign—what’s working, what’s not, and whether this bold move by DC is shaking up the comic book world or just adding noise. Then, we’ll roll up our sleeves and dissect the "DC All In" and "Absolute Universe" initiatives—two ambitious projects redefining how we experience DC’s iconic characters. But that's just the warm-up.

The centerpiece? A deep dive into Absolute Batman #1. Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta don’t just retell Batman’s origin—they completely rewire it for the modern age. Forget the pearls in Crime Alley; this Batman is forged in the crucible of a mass shooting at Gotham Zoo, a raw, contemporary spin that hits closer to home than ever before.

We’ll unpack how this gritty reimagining challenges the mythos we all know, swapping out the mugger with a shadowy, systemic menace that feels all too real. From the haunting loss of his father, a social worker dedicated to change, to the fresh energy in Dragotta’s visceral artwork, Absolute Batman #1 isn’t just a story—it’s a statement.

Tune in to hear my take on whether Snyder and Dragotta are onto something groundbreaking, or if this “modernized” Batman leaves something crucial in the shadows. Buckle up, because this isn’t just a walk through Gotham—it’s a deep plunge into its darkest corners. Don’t miss it.