Stories by @mikeprater

World's Finest

Following his release from Ryker's Island, Lex Luthor finds himself penniless and with a burning grudge towards Superman. Out of options, Lex turns to his estranged sister, Lena Luthor, who has amassed immense wealth through entrepreneurial endeavors. Rejecting his plea, Lex finds himself resourceless until an unlikely ally, The Joker, reveals himself. Bearing a similar grudge toward Batman, The Joker suggests another alliance. After their job is done, they go their separate ways. Catching wind of and suspicions of Lex's release, Bruce Wayne ventures over to Metropolis to meet Clark Kent. Behind closed doors, they discuss and agree to team up to defeat their greatest foes.

It's a Wonderful Life

Not that this movie should ever be remade, but if it were... I wanted to keep the cast I feel best kept the silhouettes of the characters. I also did it under the idea this still took place in the 40s and didn’t want it to be flooded with big names.

Martian Manhunter and the Invasion

As John Jones adapts to civilian life on Earth, he returns to Middleton, Colorado. John reunites with Dr. Saul Erdel, the first human he encountered, when he sends a distress signal. As local authorities began to disappear, Saul had no one to turn to but the Martian Manhunter and policewoman Diane Meade. As a duo, John and Diane begin to investigate the suspicious disappearances that have taken place.

Aquaman: King of the Seven Seas

When his title is threatened, Arthur Curry returns to Atlantis to defend his throne as king. Opposing him is his brother, Orm Marius, infamously known as Ocean Master. Arthur doesn't take this threat lightly and advises Orm and his men to back down, to no avail. Having consulted with his mentor, Nuidius Volko, and his wife, Mera, Arthur has no other option but to take on his brother.

The Green Lantern

Upon leave from his tour of the vast galaxy with the Green Lantern Corps, Hal Jordan returns to Coast City and a complicated relationship with his wife Carol Ferris. Newly promoted to Vice President of Ferris Aircraft, Hal's place of work as a military test pilot. Upon returning, Hal meets William Hand, a young, troubled new ground control specialist. When the aviation navigation systems begin glitching, Carol begins an investigation, against Hal's advice. As planes become non-operational and casualties are suffered, Hal decides to take it into his own hands as Green Lantern. In his efforts, Hal calls upon the assistance of another Green Lantern, Guy Gardner. Together, they will seek out who calls himself Black Hand.

The Flash's Trick

Ever since becoming The Flash, Barry Allen has been experimenting with the limits of his superhuman speed. Those experiments are put on hold for a night out with his girlfriend, Iris West, to the circus, where Barry plans to propose. Barry and Iris go for the main attraction, the Gymnastic Giovanni! James Jesse, stage name Gymnastic Giovanni, has found himself unsatisfied with the adoration of his public. He indulges his fascination with practical jokes and decides to target Central City's hero, The Flash.

The Psycho Plot of Wonder Woman

Returning to civilian life, Wonder Woman, posing as mortal Diana Prince, notices suspicious activity at The Daily Gazette. All the women in the office seem to be fawning over the newcomer, reporter Dale Tinhorn. When she decides to confront him, she grows even more suspicious. Feeling jealous, Steve Trevor, U.S. Army Air Forces intelligence officer and Diana's boyfriend, goes down to the Gazette after hours to confront him. Tinhorn takes this opportunity to reveal himself to be the occultist Dr. Psycho. After this confrontation, Steve goes missing. As Wonder Woman, Diana sets out to find Steve and put a stop to Dr. Psycho's dastardly behavior.

Superman in Toyland

With Lex Luthor now incarcerated, Superman's alter ego, humble Clark Kent, decides to vacation back home to Smallville, Kansas. While there, he is reacquainted with his old high school flame, Lana Lang. Clark's current love, the cunning Lois Lane, takes no joy in the reunion. Meanwhile, bumbling toymaker Winslow Schlott is met with a foreclosure notice, which threatens his passionate livelihood. Seeing this as an injustice, Winslow vows to seek revenge on the powers that be, taking on the title of the infamous Toyman.

The Adventures of Batman and the Boy Wonder

Following his collaboration with the Justice League of America, our Caped Crusader makes his way back home to the city of Gotham. As billionaire Bruce Wayne, he resumes the life of a socialite before crossing paths with the enchantingly mysterious Selina Kyle. While on a date to see the Flying Graysons, the family's trapeze act is sabotaged by mobster Tony Zucco, leaving only their son, Dick Grayson. Taking the boy as his ward, Bruce vows to find Zucco and those responsible for the death of the Flying Graysons.

Justice League of America

Gathered together from the boundless reaches of the universe, the most powerful forces of good ever assembled: Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, The Flash, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter. Dedicated to truth, justice, and a better tomorrow!