The Apokolips Saga

The movie to serve as Nightwing & Batgirl's finale.
== First Act: Rise of A New Lantern ==
The story picks up from the events of Leaving Earth and before To Never Kill. 
The movie begins at Oa, a planet which serves as base of operations of the Green Lanterns and Guardians of Universe. Ganthet, leader of the Guardians of the Universe, announces that the new Green Lantern power ring found its new host. The new power ring was created by Ion, the embodiment of willpower, who was now hosted by Hal Jordan. 
"The new power ring has found its new host!", Ganthet announced.
Kilowog, John Stewart, Guy Gardner, and Hal Jordan as well, was surprised. 
"No way!", Guy Gardner said.
"You only knew just now?", Hal asked.
"Of course we only knew just now! We're not source of power for all Green Lanterns.", Guy replied.
"Finally! Someone will take my place as the Earth's protector!", Hal said.
"Excuse us? We're here. John and I.", Guy replied.
"He means a new Green Lantern is added to Space Sector 2814.", Ganthet said.
"So much for the talk. John, Guy, Kilowog, you know what to do now.", Appa Ali Apsa, one of the only two surviving members of Guardians of the Universe, told the three Green Lanterns.
"What? We go to Earth and find the power ring's new host?", Guy asked.
"Exactly.", Ganthet replied.
"Now, let's get going!", John said.
"No time to waste!", Kilowog added.
"Fine. I got it!", Guy replied.
The scene moves to the three Lanterns getting to Earth. They got to Gotham City. Then, they asked Nightwing and Batgirl for help in visiting the patient Jessica Cruz at Arkham Asylum. The two went to them immediately. They later got to Arkham Asylum, all in their civilian identities. They told nurses they are just paying a visit. Barbara introduced herself as Jim Gordon's daughter, and they immediately allowed the five of them to enter. Now, they went to Jessica Cruz's room.
"Hello, Jessica.", Batgirl greeted.
"Hello. Who are you guys?", Jessica asked. "And a walking talking pig is front of me right now. Is is this even real? Or am I just dreaming?"
"We are the Green Lantern Corps.", Guy Gardner introduced.
"And I am the daughter of Commissioner Jim Gordon.", Barbara introduced.
"And I am, a detective, you can say.", Dick said.
"And we are real.", Kilowog replied. "I'm a walking talking pig in front of you. But don't worry, I don't eat humans."
"Oh, okay?", Jessica replied.
''The ring.", John Stewart said.
"You recognize this ring?'", she asked. "Sorry. You must be the owner of this ring. I'll give it back now.", she said, as she removed her Green Lantern ring, but Kilowog stopped her and said, "Don't!"
"But why? I don't own this ring. I don't even know where it came from.", Jessica asked.
"No one owns it. It chose you.", John Stewart responded.
"You know the Green Lanterns, right?", Guy asked her.
"Yeah. I do. Protectors of the galaxy.", Jessica replied.
"Yes. And what's on your finger, is a Green Lantern ring.", Guy said.
"You know what that means?", Kilowog asked.
Jessica paused.
"It means you're one of us now.", John Stewart said.
"But... why me?", she asked. "Why not Barbara, or Dick? They're far worthier. While me? I'm just a broken girl. Traumatized and mentally unstable."
"Yet you're still here. Still living everyday. Fighting your inner demons.", Nightwing said.
"The ring chose you because you're special. Only the strongest-willed people are worthy of wielding the Green Lantern power ring.'', John said.
"Really?", Jessica asked again. "Then what makes me special?"
"Come with us. We'll show you.", Kilowog said.
"But, I can't leave this place.", Jessica replied.
"It's okay. Just trust us.", Batgirl told her.
Now, Jessica finally agreed. Now, Jessica, along with the five heroes, went outside the room. The Asylum's guards and nurses tried to stop them but Barbara/Batgirl just said, "It's fine, we'll take care of her."
Now, they escaped the Asylum. The inmates all screamed, "Hey, it's not fair!"
Later, the three Green Lanterns, along with Jessica now wore her ring. Jessica was surprised with her transformation. She now wears a Green Lantern suit as well.
"Seems like our job here is done.", Dick Grayson/Nightwing said.
"It's time we part ways, Jessica. Don't worry, they'll take care of you. Everything's gonna be alright.", Barbara/Batgirl said.
"Thank you, Dick and Barbara.", Jessica replied.
Now, John Stewart commanded his power ring to teleport him and his fellow Green Lanterns to Oa. There, Jessica got to know the surviving Guardians of the Universe, Ganthet and Appa Ali Apsa. Ganthet explained to her that almost all the Green Lanterns died in a war against the Sinestro and the Yellow Lanterns. As a result, Sector 2814, in other words, Earth's, greatest protector, Hal Jordan, had to sacrifice himself and become a host of the embodiment of willpower for all of eternity. Now, things were made clear to Jessica, and she had come to accept that she is now the new Green Lantern and protector of Sector 2814. John Stewart, Guy Gardner, and Kilowog also guided her on how to use her powers well.
After months of training, she spoke the Green Lantern oath, "In brightest day, in blackest night, no evil shall escape my sight. Let those who worship evil's might, beware my power, Green Lantern's light!"
The scene moves two years later.
The scene moves to Darkseid, finally reaching the Source Wall, where the Anti-Life Equation is found. He now entered the wall, finally taking grasp of the Anti-Life Equation. After ultimately taking the Anti-Life Equation, he immediately exited the Source Wall. 
Later, Metron appears and warns him, "Don't be a fool, Darkseid! It will destroy everything in existence."
"I know.", he replied. "And that's exactly what I want."
"What do you think will become of the multiverse if you use that for your own gain?", Metron asked.
"I would finally gain the respect I deserve.", Darkseid's response.
"I'm asking you one last time. Give it up and return it to where it belongs.", Metron told him.
"I did not travel across several dimensions, just to give up on my goal. I will go all the way. I will take over the universe. Or better yet, the multiverse!", Darkseid replied.
Metron stared at him with serious eyes, "Fine. You're free to do whatever you want with it. But don't expect you'll get away with all of it."
"I am well aware of that.", Darkseid replied. "Now that the Anti-Life Equation is in my possession, all the living will tremble under my rule! I, the Dark Lord of Apokolips, Darkseid!"
== Second Act: Prelude to War ==
Days passed since Darkseid gained the Anti-Life Equation. He finally got back to New Earth universe, the main DC continuity. Metron, through a mother box, relayed a message to the Justice League's Watchtower. The heroes were surprised.
"Greetings, Justice League.", Metron told them.
"Greetings, Metron.", Superman replied.
"What has brought you to our service?", Flash asked, bowing his head.
"I am here to announce an all important message.", Metron replied.
"What is it?", Wonder Woman asked.
"The fate of the universe is at stake. Darkseid has gained possession of the Anti-Life Equation.", Metron announced.
"No way!", Batman(Dick Grayson) said, surprised.
"He's starting to conquer every galaxy, one by one, as we speak. In a few days. He'll be coming to your planet. You better be ready. The fate of the universe once again lies on your shoulders, Justice League.", Metron warned them.
"Wait. Aren't you the one who safeguards the Anti-Life Equation?", John Stewart asked.
"How could you let that happen?", Flash also asked.
"He's far too powerful now, even for me.", Metron answered.
"How do you expect us to save the universe from Darkseid, when you, a New God, can't even stop him?", Flash asked.
"It's up to your team to find out. Unfortunately, your universe is out of my jurisdiction. It's up to you to save it.", Metron replied.
Metron now cut off the communication between him and the Justice League.
"Screw you, Metron!", Flash exclaimed. 
"Calm down, Barry. Now's not the time to throw a fit.", Martian Manhunter told him.
"There's nothing we can do to change what has happened. We got no choice but to deal with it.", Wonder Woman said.
"We gotta gather every help that we can.", Superman said. "I'll start by approaching Luthor."
"It's time to bring the cowl back to where it belongs.", Dick said.
"Indeed.", Batgirl agreed.
"Goodness. Darkseid found out Batman killed the Joker and one year later he's decided to come to our universe with his full force.", Flash said.
"Although I'd hate to, I had to ask help from White Martians.", Martian Manhunter said.
"It's time I return to my kingdom. Our people surely missed us, Katar.", Hawkgirl said.
"I guess they do.", Hawkman agreed.
"I gotta warn the people of Tamaran as well.", Starfire said.
"Looks like all have a job.", Superman said.
Now, the heroes proceeded.
Nightwing and Batgirl used the Watchtower's teleporters to get back to Gotham. Meanwhile, Martian Manhunter went to Mars using the teleporter as well, while Hawkman, Hawkgirl, and Starfire, rode Javelins to get to Thanagar and Tamaran, their respective planets. Wonder Woman and Aquaman went off as well, to warn the Amazons of Themyscira and Atlanteans of Atlantis, of the upcoming war. 
Superman now called Lex Luthor through the Watchtower's computer. 
"Greetings, Lex Luthor.", Supes said.
"Greetings, my sworn enemy. Care to ruin my day again?", Luthor replied. 
"You could say that. But something else is about to ruin it, actually.", Supes told him.
Luthor: What do you mean?
John Stewart: We'll show you.
Green Lantern John Stewart now sent the recording of Metron's message to Cadmus. The members of Cadmus all watched.
"What the? Who the hell is this guy?", Emil Hamilton asked.
"He's Metron. One of the New Gods.", Luthor said. 
They listened to the message, and General Wade Eiling spit out his coffee when he heard Metron say, "He's starting to conquer every galaxy, one by one, as we speak. In a few days. He'll be coming to your planet. You better be ready. The fate of the universe once again lies on your shoulders, Justice League."
They listened to the recording until the end. 
"Hey, whoever this Metron is, he's a jerk. He could've done something to stop Darkseid but he didn't.", Amanda Waller said.
"That's what I said. But he told us our universe is outside his jurisdiction. I guess we'll have to figure this out all on our own.", Flash told them.
"Luthor, we've gone out of our way to ask for your help. The entire universe is at stake. What is your decision?", Superman asked him one last time.
"Though, I'd hate to work together with my sworn enemy, we have a common enemy, and it would be a no-brainer to work with him in this situation.", Luthor said. 
"Then I guess it's all settled.", Green Lantern(John Stewart) now said.
"Yes, it is.", Luthor replied.
"No dirty tricks or self-interests this time.", 
"Indeed.", Luthor responded.
Now, he dropped the call.
"Hey, Supes. Do you fully trust Luthor this time?", Flash asked.
"Even I have doubts, but it's not like we have any choice. And considering the situation, 
"Cadmus, let's get to work. Get all the necessary preparations.", Lex Luthor told his allies at Cadmus. "Today's the day, Lex Luthor redeems himself."
"Hardcastle and I'll take charge of the armies.", General Wade Eiling said, as he and General Hardcastle got going.
"I'll assemble the ultimate Suicide Squad team for this mission.", Waller said. 
"Dr. Milo, let's get Doomsday conditioned.", Luthor told him. Now, they went to the lab where Doomsday was kept. He was seen strapped to the wall. 
Amanda Waller got to Belle Reve Penitentiary, where she enlisted the most dangerous prisoners. Among the ones chosen are King Shark, Bane, Deathstroke, Deadshot, Bloodsport, Harley Quinn, Poison Ivy, Bronze Tiger, Killer Croc, Enchantress, Killer Frost, Cheetah, Captain Boomerang, and Rick Flag.
"All of you! You're aware of the high stakes of this mission, aren't you? This may very well be your last.", Waller told them.
"Yes, ma'am. We are pretty much aware.", Harley Quinn replied enthusiastically.
"I see. And it's seems like you're ready to die.", Waller 
"I got no more will to live, ma'am.", Harley replied.
"Are you sure of that?", Poison Ivy asked her, looking straight to her eyes.
"Well, too bad we won't die.", Captain Boomerang said.
"There's no more backing out from this fight. When it comes down to it, let's all be prepared to die.", Waller's last warning to them.
The scene now moves to Gotham, at the Batcave. Nightwing and Batgirl met with Bruce and Talia, who is carrying baby Damian Wayne.
"Bruce.", Batman told him.
"Long time no see, Batman.", Bruce told Nightwing.
"Hello, Bruce and Talia. And to Damian", Batgirl greeted them.
"Are you aware of Metron's recent message?", Nightwing asked Bruce.
"Of course, I still am. The cave still has access to the Watchtower's database.", Bruce replied.
"So, are you ready to get back to the cowl?", Nightwing asked Bruce.
"Well, considering the situation, it can't be helped. It's necessary for me to return.", Bruce replied.
"That's good to hear.", Nightwing said. "However, I just wanna tell you something."
"What is it?", Bruce asked.
"Once I return the cowl to you, I'm never taking it back again.", Dick Grayson now told him.
Bruce was silent.
"Having put on the cowl for almost a year, I realized something from it. It felt like I was filling in someone's shoes that are just too big. I felt like your mantle just does not fit on me."
"I understand, Dick. But no matter what happens, always remember this. Whatever identity you put on, whether it's Robin, or Nightwing, or Batman, you've done your best. You always played your part well.", Bruce told him.
"Thanks a lot, Bruce.", Nightwing replied.
Now, Batman decides to return to the cowl. 
Batman now told Talia, "Please be careful. You and Damian. Take care of him while I'm not around."
"Bruce. I won't let you go through this battle alone.", Talia replied. "We've been through all sorts of hell together. I can't leave you alone in this biggest battle of your life."
"I appreciate your concern, Talia. But Damian's safety must come first.", 
"Don't worry about him. I have an idea.", Talia replied. "I'll bring him to my sister Nyssa, to the League of Shadows base. She can be trusted, and I'm sure she won't mind."
"I see. Now go.", Batman now agreed with her. "While you're at it, we'll go and assemble the family."
Now, Talia went to the Batplane and headed to League of Shadows base. While Batman, Nightwing, and Batgirl went out to gather the Batfamily. They went on to gather Red Hood, Betty Kane(Batgirl II), Red Robin, Spoiler, Huntress, and Batwoman.
Meanwhile, Wonder Woman now warned the Amazons and Aquaman warned the Atlanteans. They are now making the necessary preparations for the war. Hawkman and Hawkgirl got to Thanagar as well, but are surprised as they are met with a tough circumstance: their planet had already fallen to Darkseid's forces. Hawkgirl teared up at the sight of their fallen people.
"No way!", Hawkman exclaimed.
"We let them down. The moment when they need us the most.", Hawkgirl said, as she went down on her knees. "It's all our fault. I was the Queen of this planet, yet I left. If I never left, all of this never would've happened."
Hawkman comforted her in his embrace.
"No, don't say that. Don't blame yourself. This isn't your doing.", Hawkman told her. "Let's stay strong. Their deaths won't be in vain. We will make Darkseid pay, that's for sure."
"You are right. Let's toughen up our resolve. This is just the beginning.", Hawkgirl agreed and now stood up. They now returned to the Javelin.
The scene moves to Starfire, getting to her planet, Tamaran. She got down the Javelin she used. 
"My fellow Tamaraneans, I have come to warn you of an upcoming...", she was warning them of upcoming Darkseid's invasion, but paused at the sight of her fallen fellow Tamaraneans. Seems like her planet has been invaded and taken down as well. 
She broke down in tears, "I'm sorry, my fellow Tamaraneans. I did not make it in time. I let all of you down."
Later, she looked up and saw a spaceship from the sky. She looked at it, and from it descended her sister Blackfire.
"It's alright, little sister. I'm here. Now, dry your tears.", she told her.
Starfire flew to her and embraced her tightly. 
"Sister!", she said. "It really is you!"
"After I found out Darkseid's forces attacked our precious planet, I couldn't stay idle. I gathered the Citadel empire's forces and we managed to rescue a few Tamaraneans of our kind.", Blackfire told her.
"I never thought the day would come that I'll say this, but I'm glad to see you.", Starfire said. 
"I'm glad too, sister. Once again, we've been reunited.", Blackfire replied. 
"We were on bad terms the last time we met. But right now, I'm willing to leave it all in the past.", Starfire told her sister.
"I'd like to forget we are enemies for once, as well.", 
"Because right now, we have a common enemy.", Starfire said.
"Indeed.", Blackfire replied.
Now, Blackfire and Starfire got back to the Citadel's ship. The scene now moves at planet Oa, home of the Green Lantern Corps. and Guardians of the Universe. It is revealed that the Green Lanterns were able to rescue a few refugees from Thanagar. Ganthet, the leader of the Guardians, now told the Green Lanterns and Thanagarians. "Countless men have died fighting against the incomprehensible threat of Darkseid and his forces. Let's not allow their deaths be in vain."
Now, John Stewart led the Green Lantern Corps. in their oath: "In brightest day, in blackest night, No evil shall escape my sight. Let those who worship evil's might. Beware my power--Green Lantern's light!".
"Hal Jordan, host to Ion, the embodiment of willpower, please lend us your strength.", John Stewart said.
"I hear you, John.", Hal replied.
Later, the Green Lanterns' rings started glowing brighter. They also got surrounded by green aura of energy.
"Hey, Hal. You're doing great!", Guy Gardner told her.
"After everything you've done against the Corps, you came back and went out of your way to become the host of Ion. After all you've done, you still had enough willpower to make up for all your crimes. For that you'll always have my respect, Hal Jordan.", Kilowog told him.
"Thank you, all of you.", Hal replied to them. "May the great Ion, embodiment of willpower, never fail you in this war.", he told them.
Now, John Stewart approached the new Green Lantern, Jessica Cruz, and told her, "Do you understand now? You went through all that training for this. We've been preparing you because anytime, a war may occur. It just happened to come sooner."
"No doubt I already realized my potential, but in this particular war, can you say that I'm already truly prepared?", Jessica asked.
"The ring only chooses the ones with the strongest of wills. The ring chose you for a reason. You are strong-willed. Remember that.", Kilowog said.
"Luthor. How are the preparations going?", Superman asked him. 
"All good, Supes. I had Wade Eiling gather all the U.S. military forces.", Lex replied. 
The scene moves to Washington D.C., where Wade Eiling has gathered all the U.S. army. 
"Listen up. In a few days, we will engage in a war in which the fate of the world is at stake. If we survive, we shall live to see another day. Are you all willing to die to save our planet?", Eiling asked the soldiers. 
"No! I'm not prepared to die.", one of them answered. 
"I'm afraid.", another soldier said. 
"What?", Wade Eiling exclaimed, then he sighed. "Listen. I too, am afraid. But this is the consequence of the job we chose. I'm pretty sure you all know that. After all, you chose to serve the country. Of course, many will die. That is just the reality. In war, there will always be casualties. The least we could do, is to make every death count. I ask you. Would you rather just watch the whole world get destroyed and die in vain, or would you die fighting for our precious world and the ones you love?", he asked them again. 
The army was inspired by his speech. 
"Yes, we will die fighting!", some of them said. 
"We shall march to war and emerge victorious!", another said. 
"We shall protect the world no matter how much lives will be sacrificed.", another soldier said. 
They all agreed with General Eiling. 
"I appreciate your dedication, but that seemed overly dramatic.", Lex Luthor told Eiling. 
"I had to be. All they need is a little push.", Eiling replied. 
"Indeed. However, I just wanna know. Are you willing to sacrifice your life as much as they do?", Luthor asked. 
"You know I've been pouring my entire life into this.", Eiling answered. 
"I see. I'm just thinking, life has always been unfortunate to the ones who are strong. They had to sacrifice their lives so that the weak may continue to live. Not saying that the weak don't deserve to live. It's just, we don't get enough appreciation for our sacrifices.", Luthor said. 
"That's why you don't want the world to depend on superheroes too much.", Eiling said. 
"Exactly.", Luthor agreed. 
"But that's basically the reason why the Justice League and military exist. To protect the lives of those who can't protect themselves. If everyone is capable of protecting themselves, there's no reason for us to exist.", Eiling told him. 
"I can't argue with that. But understand that I'm not like you. I'm not out here to play the hero. I just don't want anyone else claiming our precious planet.", Luthor said. 
"Fair enough. But no matter how you deny it, you're still somehow a hero yourself.", Eiling told him. 
"Very flattering.", Luthor replied. 
Meanwhile, as Darkseid was traveling through the galaxy, he accessed Cyborg's controls using a mother box. Since Cyborg is made of Apokoliptian technology, he was able to spy on the Justice League and their plans through him. 
Meanwhile at the Watchtower, "Wait, I feel weird.", Cyborg said. "I feel like something's controlling me!" 
"Cyborg. Attack the Justice League.", Darkseid commanded. 
Later, he started blasting his sonic cannon and attacking the other heroes. 
"No! Make it... stop!", Cyborg asked the heroes. 
"No way!", Nightwing said. 
He was able to take down a few Teen Titans members. However, he was later taken down by Flash, Wonder Woman, and Superman. 
Superman tackled him and held him down until Batman was able to shut down Cyborg's system on his back. Batman was able to shut him down successfully. 
"Darkseid must've controlled him.", Wonder Woman said. 
"You're right. Cyborg is made of Apokoliptian technology. From Apokolips, Darkseid's world.", Batman said. 
"That means he's near.", Superman said. 
"Since Cyborg is made of Apokoliptian technology, he will always be tied to Darkseid's control.", Batman told them. 
"Is there anything we could do to at least alleviate or repress the Apokolips influence on him.", Beast Boy asked. 
"Let me try.", Raven volunteered. 
She tried using her spell, "Azarath, Metrion, Xinthos." 
Meanwhile, in Darkseid's ship in space, Darkseid was surprised. 
"What is this? I lost control of Cyborg.", Darkseid said, smashing his ship's controls. 
Batman tried turning Cyborg on. Later, Cyborg woke up and was surprised. 
"Make it stop! Make it stop!", he exclaimed, as he just regained consciousness and was panting. 
"Calm down, Cyborg. You're free from his control now.", Nightwing told him. 
"Who?", Cyborg asked. 
"Darkseid.", Beast Boy answered. 
"No way!", Cyborg exclaimed. 
"Half your body composition is made up of mother box, remember. That's how Darkseid was able to control you.", Nightwing explained. 
"That sucks. He'll be able to use me against you anytime.", Cyborg replied. 
"Don't worry. I repressed the mother box's influence on your body. He won't be able to have access to your mother box body for a long time, at least.", Raven told him. 
"Okay? But how did you do that?", Cyborg asked. 
"Three words, baby.", Beast Boy said. 
"Oh.", Cyborg uttered. 
Meanwhile in Darkseid's ship, he called on his servants. 
"Come forth, my daughter.", he asked, as a boom tube was opened from one of his mother boxes. From the boom tube emerged Grail, his daughter. 
"My father, I am ready for the war.", she responded. 
"Come forth, Black Racer.", Darkseid said. 
From another boom tube, emerged the Black Flash. 
Back at the Watchtower, Starfire returned and the other Teen Titans were glad to see her back. 
"So, Starfire. How's your planet?", Kid Flash asked. 
"I was, unfortunately too late.", Starfire answered, as she looked down. 
"No way!", Kid Flash said. 
"However, my sister came to rescue me. She gathered the Citadel and Gordanian forces and were able to salvage a few of our kind, including my father.", Starfire replied. 
"Really? That's, a bit nice, I guess.", Beast Boy said. 
"Yes, it is. We could use all the help we could get.", Starfire replied. "If we don't win this war, Darkseid will be able to take over the universe. There'll be no one left to stop him. The deaths of all Tamaraneans will be in vain.", she continued. 
Nightwing held both her hands and said, "We're gonna win this. We're going to take down Darkseid and his forces. I believe in us, the Teen Titans, and the Justice League." 
"I believe in my sister as well.", Starfire replied. 
Meanwhile, at Atlantis, Aquaman received word from Superman to prepare Atlantis' forces for war against Darkseid. Aquaman immediately announced to all Atlanteans. 
At Gotham, in the Batcave, Talia trained the members of the Bat-family for the upcoming war. 
Back at the Watchtower, Superman now told Luthor to alert the world's biggest military forces. 
"Luthor!", Superman said. 
"Yes.", Luthor replied. 
"Luthor!", Superman said. 
"Done", Luthor replied. 
"Luthor!", Superman said. 
"On it.", Luthor replied. 
It went on until Luthor was already able to prepare the world's largest military superpowers. 
"Well done, Luthor.", Superman complimented him. "I couldn't ask for more now. You've been a huge help in preparing the world for this huge war. Looks like I owe a lot to you." 
"Don't mention it, Supes.", Luthor replied casually. 
== Third Act: Siege of Themyscira ==
== Final Act: Final Battle ==
== Epilogue ==