Redemption arcs in DC comics show that anyone can move past their past actions to do good in the world, even former villains. Characters like The Riddler, Lex Luthor, and Lobo have all turned from villainous roles to become heroes in unconventional ways. These unique transformations, from private eyes to space heroes, showcase the complexity and depth of DC's character development.

The DC Universe has explored the concept of redemption arcs and falls from grace for many years, with characters slipping in and out of the 'hero' and 'villain' roles every month. While many villains are more than comfortable in their roles, many have broken the mold and found themselves a new place - on the right side of morality, even if their execution is unconventional.

These characters show that just about anyone can move past their past actions and do good in the world. Though it's debatable whether all of these characters,...