Justice League Dark's Wonder Woman - OUTSTANDING! [spoilers up to issue 12]

[brettc1]

I've actually been surprised that more has not been said about JLD on this forum, considering how prominent a role Diana has had in the title.

Not only was Wonder Woman a central figure in the Witching Hour crossover storyline, but in Issue 12 we also find that she was the prime mover behind the formation of the JLD.

But it gets even better. While Batman is fearful of the League getting involved in the world of magic because of the terrible power involved, enough to basically reconfigure reality, Diana insists on the need. Rather than shying away in fear of the dark [yeah, ironic], she sees the need to confront it. "There's a touch of magic to ALL of us. To pretend there isn't... to stay afraid of the bad things in the dark... It feels WRONG."

Wonder Woman boldly goes where Batman fears to tread.

In issue 12, the very nature of magic are being rewritten. Having been broken down and stripped bare, the heroes need someone to wield the power that will restructure it into something better. Zatanna says it can't be her. They need someone who believes in what the world can be and can wield that much might "That much wonder...".

You probably see where this is going.

I've been very vocal about how disappointed I've been of stories in Wonder Woman's own title lately when it comes to supporting characters taking the limelight when it comes time to solve the latest crisis. So me let me just say I was FIST-PUMPING when everyone backs Diana to be the one to step up.

And that is just this issue. It's an ensemble cast and Diana has to share, but when she shines she SHINES BRIGHT! Writer James Tynion really seems to GET Wonder Woman. No excuses about finding her voice required, he just dives in and really nails right off the bat who Diana is.

Plus - the book is just a FABULOUS read. Wonderful plotting and character development, excellent pacing, and the art is just beautiful! When you read an issue you really feel like you got your money's worth.

I give this book 5/5 for Wonder Woman writing. If you haven't been getting it, I would personally recommend picking it up.

Other thoughts?

[SteveGus]

I will admit I was pleasantly surprised. I was not fond of Wonder Woman's appearing in a book called 'Justice League Dark', or having her hobnobbing with John Constantine. Constantine's presence in the DC superhero universe is one of the many things wrong with the world today. I did pick up a few issues with very low expectations and was drawn in.

[MarquisAsh]

I’ve been picking up the book since the very beginning! I’ve been enjoying his WW! And I love the relationship he’s building with her and Zatanna!! And I love where he’s taking Circe! And letting her form her own injustice league dark.

[brettc1]

I will admit I was pleasantly surprised. I was not fond of Wonder Woman's appearing in a book called 'Justice League Dark', or having her hobnobbing with John Constantine. Constantine's presence in the DC superhero universe is one of the many things wrong with the world today. I did pick up a few issues with very low expectations and was drawn in.

I’ve been picking up the book since the very beginning! I’ve been enjoying his WW! And I love the relationship he’s building with her and Zatanna!! And I love where he’s taking Circe! And letting her form her own injustice league dark.

I enjoy how much story they put into an issue. I don’t finish reading in 5 minutes and feel like mouthing really went on.

And yes, enjoying the relationship building between Z and D. They have so much in common but do much that’s different that it makes for a very interesting dynamic.

[Dr. Poison]

I have to admit that I almost didn't pick up Justice League Dark as besides Wonder Woman and Zatanna, none of the other members are a huge draw for me but I'm really glad I changed my mind. The book has exceeded all of my expectations. The characterization of Diana is great, the pacing is near perfect, and I've loved the villains and all of the guest-stars. My only real complain is I wish Diana would ditch that black cloak. It contrasts with the rest of her costume.

[Tzigone]

I have a question: Is JLD a grittier, more violent, more morally ambiguous or "darker" title? I never looked at Justice League Dark because I don't like "dark" stories, and just assumed that's what it was when I initially heard of it. Later I saw that it was magic-based. I'm not really into magic, either, but don't actively dislike it the way I do darker stories. Still didn't really have any incentive to pick it up, though. Anyway, I wanted to get a rundown on tone of comic.