Young Justice Invasion (Season 2)

Just a few quick notes about this Saturday's Young Justice episode; first of all, it was another solid episode.  This is seriously one of the best animated shows I have seen in a long time.  I liked the fact that the show went forward in time 5 years and some of the characters have progressed.  Dick Grayson is now Nightwing and Tim Drake is the new Robin, Superboy and Ms. Martian are no longer a couple, Zatanna is now a Justice League member, and there are now several new members of the Young Justice team.

On to Dr Fate.  He has a very brief appearance on the episode and I debated for a while to whether or not to add this appearance to the list I have compiled, finally opting to not include it as I have not included other small cameos on the list.  I have included other short appearances, but those appearances have had Dr. Fate on screen for more than a mere few seconds or they had some significance (i.e. Dr. Fate getting inducted into the JL).  However, since the show has gone forward into the future 5 years, it makes me wonder who is under the Helm now?  Is Zatara still Dr. Fate?  Or has Nabu chosen a new host?  I hope this gets explored in future episodes.  Until then, here is a couple of GIFs I found on the internet of this past Saturday's Dr. Fate appearance.  Enjoy!

Fun Friday Post

LOL...introducing Dr. Fat.  Since he hasn't seen much action since the beginning of the New 52, Dr. Fate is a bit out of shape and gained a few pounds.  Art work by Dov Torbin

Alternate Justice League Dark

One of the best things to come out of DC's new 52 is Justice League Dark.  Here is some artwork by Eddy Newell featuring many of DC's magic characters that would make an awesome alternate Justice League Dark.  

Dr. Fate Onscreen Appearances (updated)

Below is a list I compiled of Dr. Fate appearances on screen. (Latest appearance in bold)

2012-Young Justice:  Misplaced
                                   Agendas

                                   Usual Suspects

                                   Auld Acquaintance 

2011- Young Justice: Revelation
                                   Denial
          Batman Brave and the Bold:  Crisis: 22,300 Miles Above the Earth (Dr. Fate appears with the JSA in a non-speaking role) 
                                                
2010-Smallville: Absolute Justice

2009-Batman Brave and the Bold:  Eyes of Despero
                                                        Fate of Equinox

2006-Justice League: The great Brain Robbery

2004-Justice League: Wake the Dead
                                    The Return

2003-Justice League: The Terror Beyond Part II
                                   The Terror Beyond

1997-Superman: The Hand of Fate

Video Games
2011-DC Universe Online

Dos de Mayo is almost upon us! Earth 2 News!

May 2nd is rapidly approaching, bringing with it the epicness of the new Earth 2 comic debut!  DC has provided us some new art work from Nicola Scott and a quote from her stating:

“EARTH 2 is a big step in a new direction for me. 
“I haven't previously had many opportunities to work on a truly epic scale but working with James [Robinson], on some of his favorite characters and in our own alternate Earth Two world, is providing me with that platform.
“Everything is up for grabs, nothing is for certain and it will slowly reveal itself over the coming months. James is creating a great balance between action and drama and I have the great pleasure of bringing it to life.”
- Nicola Scott

I honestly cannot wait for these books.  I'm definitely excited!

Here is the link to the original DCU blog: http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2012/04/23/artist-nicola-scott-on-earth-2

Young Justice Auld Acquaintance Episode (some spoilers)

Today's Young Justice episode was another great one.  Dr. Fate had another small, non-speaking role, but something interesting happened when he was knocked out by the cure for the bio-weapon Vandal Savage conjured up with the help of other villains.  It would help to explain that the team was able to make an anti-virus of sorts that reversed the brainwashing effect the biological weapon had on the JL, but once delivered it knocked out whoever was infected.  Back to the interesting part with Zatana--when she noted that Dr. Fate was out cold she took the opportunity to try and get the Helmet of Nabu off of her father's head.  However, when she tried she was shocked by electricity that was obviously a safeguard.  When she realized that she could not get the helmet off, she said something to the effect of (and I'm paraphrasing here) "I can save Fate from Savage but I can't save my dad from Fate."  I can't wait until Nabu finds a more suitable candidate to wear the Helm so Dr. Fate will stop been portrayed as a sort of malevolent force for good.  I want Dr. Fate to be a good guy.  Don't get me wrong, like I said before, I love the fact that he gets so much attention on the show, I just want him to be a good guy.  Is that so much to ask?   

Fun Friday Post

I apologize for not being able to post more often, work has gotten really hectic lately.  But since it's Friday, I thought I'd post something fun for the weekend.  Here is Tweety Bird as Earth 2's most powerful sorcerer: Doctor Fate.  Artwork by Mike Wood 

Dr. Fate gets inducted into the Justice League

Dr. Fate racks up another YJ appearance today, albeit a brief one, as he is inducted into the Justice League.  Dr. Fate is shown both in the beginning and in the end of the episode with the rest of the Justice League.  He did not have a speaking role today, but perhaps next episode. 

Dr. Fate Art

Happy Friday the 13th!  I thought this dark piece by Eddy Newell seemed appropriate for today.  Happy Friday everyone, and enjoy your weekend!

Justice League t-shirt featuring Dr. Fate



Check out this awesome Justice League t-shirt featuring the one and only Dr. Fate!  The t-shirt is featured on superherostuff.com.  Here is the product summary from their site:

A fantastic design of some heroes you rarely ever see, Red Tornado, Martian Manhunter, Firestorm, Green Arrow and the Legendary Dr. Fate. Some sizes might not be in stock Measurements done on flat lying surface. 100% pre-shrunk cotton.

You can purchase the t-shirt here: http://www.superherostuff.com/dc-heroes-and-justice-league/t-shirts/justice-league-ii-t-shirt.html?itemcd=tsjla2

Finally, if you think the shirt looks familiar it's because you may have seen Sheldon of The Big Bang Theory wearing it on an episode:

Dr. Fate Skate Decks

Found these really cool Dr. Fate Skateboard decks on zazzle.ca.  How awesome are these!?

You can check them out for yourselves here: http://www.zazzle.ca/dr_fate_flying_outline_skateboard-186418212333327133 & http://www.zazzle.ca/dr_fate_magic_outline_skateboard-186576401516759786

ToF Follow Friday Contest

Follow Friday Contest!

Hello everyone,

I'd like to beef up the number of followers on both the Tower of Fate blog and the Tower of Fate twitter account (@toweroffate).  With that I'd like to announce the first Tower of Fate contest.  I'll be giving away a copy of Dr. Fate #36 originally published in January 1992, marking the return of Kent Nelson as Dr. Fate.  The comic is in great condition, given that it is exactly 20 years old (the comic is from my personal collection).

Here is how to win:

1) You must have a twitter account to enter.  To enter, just copy and paste the following message and tweet it to your followers:
#FF @toweroffate giveaway log onto toweroffate.blogspot.com for details on how to win a copy of Dr. Fate No.36

2)You must be following the @toweroffate twitter account to be eligible to win the comic

3)One random winner will chosen and notified by 6pm West Coast time today. Winner will be notified via private message through twitter.

4)I'm sorry but this contest is only open to US residents as I will not be able to ship over seas.

Good luck and thank you for entering the contest and checking out the Tower of Fate Blog.

Dr. Fate Art

I really love this piece by http://guyver48.deviantart.com/ 

Earth 2 News

We're one month away from the debut of the new Earth 2 books, with that here is a recent interview James Robinson (writer for the new Earth 2 books) did with Mtv Geek:  Mtv Geek Interview with Jams Robinson

Animated Anthem Crossover Day~Doctor Fate

IT'S A SUPERHERO CROSSOVER! Today fourteen different blogs have teamed up
to celebrate  Animated Anthem Day! We’re featuring opening themes from cartoons
involving our favorite DC Comics characters! While we’ll be looking at Dr. Fate here, check out the other blogs in the crossover who will be covering their own relevant cartoon opening themes.

First off check out Dr. Fate in the Justice League Unlimited opening:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sa2jYn3LmlE

Dr. Fate shows up in about the 23 second mark.

Now, don't blink or you might miss Dr. Fate in the Batman Brave and the Bold intro:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVwxVRqiUhk

Dr. Fate whizzes by at about the 12 second mark

Finally check out this awesome Dr. Fate tribute:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsVixFl4EnQ

video created by youtube user BlackvilleGrave33

Now check out the rest of the blogs participating in this awesome crossover event:

Animated Anthem Day

Aquaman @ The Aquaman Shrine
http://www.aquamanshrine.com/2012/04/dc-animated-anthem-day.html

Hawkman @ Being Carter Hall
http://beingcarterhall.blogspot.com/2012/04/animated-anthem-day-hawkman.html

Swamp Thing @ The BLOG from the BOG
http://theblogfromthebog-swampthing.blogspot.com/2012/04/greatest-day-ever-dc-animated-anthem.html

Booster Gold @ BOO$TERRIFIC
http://www.boosterrific.com/news.php?date=2012-04-03&DC-Animated-Anthem-Day

DC Characters @ DC Bloodlines
http://dcbloodlines.blogspot.com/2012/04/1979-plastic-man-comedyadventure-show.html

Wonder Woman @ Diana Prince
http://new-wonder-woman.blogspot.com/2012/04/1976-wonder-woman-season-one-animated.html

Firestorm @ Firestorm Fan
http://firestormfan.com/2012/04/03/animated-anthem-day/

Superman @ Fortress of Baileytude
http://www.fortressofbaileytude.com/?p=4418

Martian Manhunter @ The Idol-Head of Diabolu
http://idol-head.blogspot.com/2012/04/1967-supermanaquaman-hour-of-adventure.html

Green Lantern @ The Indigo Tribe
http://indigotribe.wordpress.com/2012/04/03/green-lantern-animates-the-late-1960s/

The Vixen @ Justice League Detroit
http://justiceleaguedetroit.blogspot.com/2012/04/2011-vixen-animated-series-opening.html

The Atom @ Power of the Atom
http://themightymite.blogspot.com/2012/04/1967-supermanaquaman-hour-of-adventure.html

Flash @ Speed Force  -- This blog did two posts today!
http://speedforce.org/2012/04/anthem/
http://speedforce.org/2012/04/seems-so-slow/

Supergirl @ Supergirl Comic Box Commentary
http://comicboxcommentary.blogspot.com/2012/04/animated-anthem-day-fan-made.html