Absolute Wonder Woman's New Weapons & Powers Make Her DC's Most Badass Hero

Warning: Spoilers for Absolute Wonder Woman #1Wonder Woman has always been a powerhouse in DC lore, wielding her Lasso of Truth and carrying out her mission of peace. Now, the Absolute Universe has introduced a new Wonder Woman who just might put the original to shame. Absolute Wonder Woman possesses a variety of powers, magicks, and weapons, and her first epic battle sets an exciting precedent for what she can do.

Absolute Wonder Woman #1 by Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire, and Becca Carey portrays Diana like readers have never seen her before. She rides into battle on her Pegasus and faces off against a foe she calls Harbinger Prime, a herald of a greater power. As daunting as the onslaught of monsters seems, they're no match for this heroine. Wonder Woman has never been as cool as she is when she soars into battle, with her hardcore armored design and mystical power flowing through her.

In the span of this first issue, Absolute Wonder Woman has solidified herself as the most badass hero in the entire DC Universe, as proven by the jaw-dropping powers and weapons she showcases in her showdown with Harbinger Prime.

Wonder Woman's Absolute Universe Counterpart Unleashes Powerful New Abilities

With Magic at Her Disposal, Absolute Wonder Woman Is a Powerhouse

Wonder Woman is known for her fighting prowess in most continuities, and the Absolute Universe's incarnation of her takes that to a whole new level. Her proficiency with magic allows her to perform astounding feats in battle. She's able to cast attack spells in battle, such as when she ignites a burst of power through her bracelets to ward off hellspawn creatures. Diana can also use magic directly on enemies by saying an incantation aloud. These witch-like properties make this Wonder Woman distinct from the original, elevating her to the level of prolific DC magic users like John Constantine and Zatanna.

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Magical abilities aren't the only skills at Wonder Woman's disposal here. Much like her main universe counterpart, Diana possesses the superhuman abilities of an Amazon warrior. She exhibits her strength when she's capable of withstanding harsh blows from her opponent and deflecting them with her bracelets. Meanwhile, her speed comes into play when she runs and leaps over Harbinger Prime's laser eye beams, proving she's still on par with DC's fastest speedsters. With these innate talents, in addition to the dark magic sparking at her fingertips, Absolute Wonder Woman is nothing short of a force to be reckoned with.

Absolute Wonder Woman's Hellish Origin Is the Source of Her Newfound Power

Wonder Woman Learns Dark Magic From Her Mother, Circe

In this alternate take on Wonder Woman's origin story, she isn't brought up by her sisterhood of Amazons in Themyscira. Instead, as punishment for the Amazons, Diana is taken as a baby and given to the witch Circe in Hell. Growing up in Hell as opposed to Paradise hardens Wonder Woman and makes her one of DC's toughest heroes. In her youth, Diana is surrounded by hellish creatures, and the fact that she shows little fear around them hints at how this has shaped her. Wonder Woman being the Princess of Hell is certainly a radical reinvention of this traditional hero.

Not only does her upbringing in Hell enforce this Wonder Woman's resilience through hardship, but it also explains how she comes to learn the dark magic she utilizes on the battlefield. Circe raises Diana, and so her magic gets passed onto her daughter. In flashbacks throughout the issue, Circe is seen uttering incantations and mixing potions, and soon Diana is depicted doing the same. Moreover, magic isn't all that Wonder Woman receives from her mother. Circe reveals that she has bestowed the "greatest weapons imaginable" upon her daughter, and Wonder Woman wastes no time in showing these off.

Wonder Woman Gets Hardcore Weapons as the Princess of Hell

Diana's Mystical Lasso and Sword Make Her an Unstoppable Force

Wonder Woman's upbringing in Hell prepares her for the battles ahead in the world above with weapons that can aid her in conflicts. One of these is a glowing red lasso. The golden Lasso of Truth is a staple of standard Wonder Woman lore, with it being both a weapon for thwarting evil and a tool for finding peace through the unveiling of truth. However, this new lasso from Hell doesn't give off the same divine energy as the original. While much remains unknown about what Absolute Wonder Woman's Nemesis Lasso is capable of, it's already a thrilling upgrade for Diana.

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While a lasso is typical for her to wield in a fight, Wonder Woman's giant sword is an unexpected addition to her arsenal. Though she's fought with swords in the past, this one is much more imposing. This sword is referred to by Diana as "the mythical Athena Blade", and it lives up to its awesome name as she uses it to combat Harbinger Prime. The sword itself has ties to her magical side as well, with its sheath being a small pouch infused with an enchantment. These weapons aren't all that Wonder Woman has on her side, as she has another secret weapon.

"This World Is Protected": Wonder Woman's True Greatest Strength Is Her Fortitude

Wonder Woman's Power Extends Beyond Physical Prowess & Weaponry

As impressive as Wonder Woman's powers and weapons are in the heat of battle, a superpower that trumps all of those lies deep beneath her surface. When faced with a foe as threatening as Harbinger Prime, rather than backing down when the situation looks bleak, Wonder Woman holds her ground and declares herself as the world's protector. In the usual DC Universe, Diana has a team of fellow heroes and a community of Amazons to back her up if things go awry in a moment like this. However, in Darkseid's new universe, Wonder Woman stands alone - and yet, she still stands.

Wonder Woman's difficult circumstances in this version of reality contribute to her strength. She's the last of the Amazons in this universe, exiled to Hell and forced to spend much of her childhood not even knowing what she is or where she hails from. Her reclamation of her Amazonian heritage, and her proclamation that she is fulfilling their duty of protection in their stead, cements this Wonder Woman as an awe-inspiring figure within the Absolute Universe. Her weapons and magic enhance her battle power in remarkable ways, but it's Absolute Wonder Woman's indomitable spirit that proves she's the ultimate hero.

Absolute Wonder Woman #1 is available now from DC Comics.

Wonder Woman

Wonder Woman is the superhero identity of Diana, Princess of the Amazons. Created on the island of Themyscira, Wonder Woman is a super-powered demi-goddess with extreme physical strength who utilizes magical gifts (like her famous Lasso of Truth) to defeat her foes. As mighty as her fellow heroes Superman and the Justice League, Wonder Woman is unmatched in her compassion and virtue.

Created By William Moulton Marston , H. G. Peter

First Appearance All Star Comics

Alias Diana Prince

Alliance Justice League, Justice Society of America, Justice League Dark, Justice League International

Race Amazon-Olympian

Birthday March 22

Height 5'8"

Comic Books Wonder Woman

Summary

First appearing in 1941, Wonder Woman is the premiere female superhero of DC comics. Working alongside the likes of Batman, Superman, and other DC heroes, she has been a staple in comics and superhero movies for decades. Whether fighting solo or as a member of the Justice League, Wonder Woman never rests in her mission against evil.