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Gunn is presently reimagining the DCU with an innovative approach, kicking off with the upcoming Man of Steel reboot and the next season of the hit series. Both endeavors have so far brought in surprising figures from the comics, hinting at a wider and more diverse lineup to come.

Given multiple movies and series in development, audiences are eagerly wondering which lesser-known personas might join the franchise. Here are 7 possible candidates ordered by likelihood.

7 Brainiac

Likelihood: Extremely high

It was recently announced confirmed that Superman will appear in a new sequel, teaming up with Lex Luthor to confront a greater menace. Brainiac aligns perfectly with current trends involving AI and could act as a powerful antagonist.

Additionally, the interpretation on Superman's homeworld suggests that the character may stem from Kryptonian technology, providing richness to his origins.

6 The Fifth-Dimensional Imp

Likelihood: Very high

The director has previously hinted at otherworldly entities in both his projects, making this trickster a logical choice. This mischievous figure often torments the hero and demands clever strategies to defeat.

5 The Alien Warlord

Probability: Quite likely

With the upcoming Supergirl film set in space, a powerful villain like Mongul would provide a significant opponent. This character is strong enough to battle superpowered beings and lacks the baggage of other space-based foes.

4 Gorilla Grodd

Likelihood: Very possible

The filmmaker has shown affection for DC's history of intelligent apes, and this villain is among the most iconic. With mind-based abilities and ambitions of domination, he might appear as part of a broader antagonistic team.

3 The Rhyming Demon

Likelihood: Moderately possible

The distinctive being, created by Jack Kirby, mixes mythology with superhero elements. Etrigan could appear in projects focused on the supernatural, such as Creature Commandos.

2 Jarro

Probability: Perhaps an hidden reference

Given that the director already used a giant starfish in his earlier film, bringing in Jarro could be a playful nod. The character is not typically a villain and rather a offbeat ally in the comics.

1 The Rage-Fueled Cat

Probability: Improbable but never impossible

As a cosmic hero already part of the Justice Gang, there is potential to explore other Lantern Corps. Dex-Starr, a red ring-wielder in the form of a cat, would align with the director's affection for creatures and offbeat storytelling.