WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers forDC VS. VAMPIRES: WORLD WAR V #3!
John Constantineis officially making moves on another iconicJustice Leaguemember, proving thatZatannaisn’t the only hero catching the dark magic user’s eye. While it’s unlikely this new romance will truly take off, it highlights an important point—DC should diversify Constantine’s dating pool beyond Zatanna. In fact, it’s the perfect opportunity to explore giving Hellblazer his first serious MLM relationship.
Matthew Rosenberg and Otto Schmidt’sElseworldssequel toDC vs. Vampires continues in World War V#3, with tensions rising between the vampires, the human resistance, and Damian Wayne’s vampire guerrilla fighters after theBoy Wonder’s assassination of Vampire Queen Barbara Gordonin issue #1.
With the vampires out for revenge and Damian fending off their attacks, the human resistance scrambles for a way to gain an edge in the war. John Constantine, in particular, is focused on connecting the mortal and dream realms—until Black Canary interrupts, leading to an exchange that makes it clear the magic user wouldn’t turn down a rendezvous if she were interested.
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The scene between Constantine and Black Canary sees Dinah seeking John out for answers regarding rumors about a child conceived by vampires. John shares some of the rumors but ultimately dismisses them, stating that the child isn’t real. Dinah presses him, asking him to consider the possibility that the child might actually exist. Frustrated by his failed magic and intoxicated, John snaps, telling Dinah to stop chasing rumors and picking fights“with that idiot with the bow”and start actually helping people like he is. Rightfully offended,Dinah storms off with an emphatic“#@&* you, John Constantine,”to which he responds,“I’d love that.”
John’s comment that he’d love to sleep with Dinah is likely another attempt to antagonize her. However,the emphasis on“love”hints that, despite using the comment to push her buttons, he’d actually be more than willing to follow through if given the chance—regardless of her relationship with Oliver Queen. This behavior is typical for Constantine, who thrives in morally gray areas and has no qualms about making inappropriate advances. Yet, no matter how clear his interest is, this so-called"romance"is bound to remain one-sided—especially with Dinah looking like she’s ready to feed him to the vampires.
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John Constantine Is Ready For His First Serious MLM Relationship
Although Dinah is unlikely to be John’s true match, their interaction raises an important point—DC should make efforts to diversify Constantine’s dating pool. While romance in John’s stories typically revolves around Zatanna, who is a fantastic choice, it would be refreshing to see him explore a relationship with someone different, especially another male character,given Constantine’s bisexuality. Despite multiple mentions of his bisexuality since its introduction inHellblazer#51 in 1992 by John Smith, DC has yet to give him a serious romance with a man. A genuine men-who-love-men relationship would be a new and exciting exploration ofJohn Constantine’scharacter.
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John Constantine
John Constantine is a dark, morally complex, supernatural detective from DC Comics. As a chain-smoking, trenchcoat-wearing master of the occult, he battles demons, angels, and magical forces while navigating his own haunted past. He has appeared in comics, live-action films, animated features, TV shows, and the Arrowverse. Known for his cynicism and reluctant heroism, Constantine often sacrifices personal happiness for the greater good.
