10 Best Wonder Woman Stories in DC Comics History

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Wonder Woman, created in 1941, is a legendary superhero and a powerful icon for truth and women’s empowerment. As one of DC Comics’ earliest heroes, she’s been fighting evil for over eight decades. Princess Diana of Themyscira, a demigod from the island home of the Amazon warriors, stands alongside Superman and Batman as part of DC’s famous Trinity, solidifying her place as a top-tier hero. Inspired by Greek mythology, Wonder Woman’s adventures are epic, filled with thrilling action and dramatic storylines.

Wonder Woman is a pioneering female superhero, known for her strong morals and kindness in a world often filled with deceit and unfairness. Her most compelling stories frequently center around her dedication to doing what’s right, both for her fellow Amazons and for all people.

10) “Paradise Lost”

The “Paradise Lost” storyline brings together several epic conflicts for Wonder Woman. It begins with Batman’s classic enemies – the Joker, Scarecrow, and Poison Ivy – gaining dramatically increased powers from the vengeful Greek gods Phobos, Deimos, and Eris. Wonder Woman joins forces with the Bat-Family to stop these super-powered villains from destroying Gotham City. Simultaneously, a civil war erupts on Themyscira, and Diana races to restore peace. “Paradise Lost” isn’t just a high-stakes adventure; it also deeply explores Diana’s character and her place in the world.

9) “The Circle”

“The Circle” is a compelling Wonder Woman story that explores her origins and reimagines her work with the Department of Metahuman Affairs, where she meets a new love interest, agent Tom Tresser. The story delves into the events before Diana’s birth, revealing a secret alliance of Amazons—known as The Circle—who feared she would bring destruction to Themyscira. In present day, Diana’s DMA work leads her to confront Neo-Nazis who have attacked her homeland. But when she returns to Themyscira, she faces a more personal threat: The Circle, determined to eliminate her. This thrilling story offers a fresh look at Diana’s complex relationship with her mother, Hippolyta.

8) “The Twelve Labors”

Wonder Woman faces a daunting challenge: twelve seemingly impossible missions, much like the labors of Hercules. After losing and regaining her powers – but losing her memories in the process – Diana wonders if she still deserves a place in the Justice League. She asks her teammates to evaluate her performance across these twelve missions, to see if the memory loss has diminished her crime-fighting skills. The story unfolds as a series of epic tests where Diana must rely on her strength and intelligence to prove herself to her fellow heroes, all while trying to recover her lost memories. It’s an engaging tale that brilliantly updates the classic Greek myth for a superhero audience, showcasing Wonder Woman’s incredible power and unwavering determination.

7) “Challenge of the Gods”

Throughout history, and dating back to ancient Greek myths, many women have been targeted by Zeus’s unwanted advances. Wonder Woman becomes his latest obsession, but she rejects his proposal of marriage, infuriating the powerful god. In response, Zeus subjects Diana to a series of grueling trials, forcing her to fight terrifying creatures like the Hydra and the Hecatoncheires. This storyline also introduces Barbara Ann Minerva, who becomes Wonder Woman’s most formidable enemy as the latest incarnation of the Cheetah. “Challenge of the Gods” presents Diana with her greatest obstacles yet, a monumental battle with lasting consequences for her story.

6) JLA: A League of One

This Wonder Woman story beautifully illustrates why she’s such a vital part of the Justice League. When Diana discovers a prophecy foretelling the death of her teammates at the hands of a powerful dragon, she decides to take action. Rather than let them face certain doom, she secretly disables each member of the League, choosing to fight the dragon alone. Diana is willing to make the ultimate sacrifice – her own life – to ensure her friends survive. It’s a powerful story of selflessness that truly defines Wonder Woman as a hero.

5) “Eyes of the Gorgon”

Wonder Woman’s latest adventure pits her against classic Greek monsters, including a confrontation with the terrifying Medusa, known for turning people to stone. The story isn’t just about battling beasts, though; Diana also takes on the role of ambassador for her home island, Themyscira, navigating tricky political negotiations between the Amazons and the United States. As she strives for peace, Medusa returns, forcing Diana to make a difficult choice with significant consequences. “Eyes of the Gorgon” expertly blends thrilling action with a complex political storyline, featuring one of mythology’s most iconic monsters.

4) Wonder Woman #750

At 96 pages, Wonder Woman #750 is a fantastic tribute to the iconic hero. The issue features nine standalone stories spanning Wonder Woman’s past, present, and future. Diana faces off against classic villains like Cheetah, Ares, Circe, and Silver Swan, resulting in compelling and insightful encounters. Each story highlights a different side of Diana’s personality and explores the motivations behind her heroism. Wonder Woman #750 is a truly special celebration of Wonder Woman, showcasing the compassion and empathy that make her one of the greatest heroes in comics.

3) Wonder Woman: Dead Earth

Among DC Comics’ most compelling stories for mature readers, Wonder Woman: Death Earth presents a grim new chapter for the iconic hero. Diana awakens after a hundred years to find a world ravaged by disaster. Stranded in a dangerous, irradiated landscape, she must defend the last survivors of humanity from terrifying, violent mutants. But as Diana investigates this desolate future, she discovers unsettling truths about how it came to be – and whether she herself might be responsible. This dark and intense Wonder Woman story combines thrilling action and stunning art with a hopeful message about finding redemption.

2) “The Hiketeia”

The DC Comics story “The Hiketeia” features a powerful confrontation between Wonder Woman and Batman. It begins when a young woman named Danielle seeks protection from Wonder Woman by performing an ancient Amazonian ritual called the Hiketeia, obligating Diana to defend her. However, Batman arrives, revealing Danielle is a suspect in the murders of the men who harmed her sister. When Wonder Woman refuses to hand Danielle over, a fight breaks out. The story brilliantly highlights the contrast between Wonder Woman’s empathetic nature and Batman’s rigid sense of justice. Much like a classic Greek tragedy, “The Hiketeia” explores complex questions about morality and how different ideas of justice can conflict.

1) “Gods and Mortals”

George Perez’s “Gods and Mortals” is widely considered the definitive Wonder Woman story. It completely reimagined the character’s origins and had a lasting impact on all future Wonder Woman tales. Following the ‘Crisis on Infinite Earths’ event, Perez explored Diana’s Amazonian roots and connection to Greek mythology more thoroughly than ever before. The story presents a fresh take on the founding of Themyscira, Diana’s childhood, and her arrival in the world of humans, where she must prevent Ares from starting a global war. What truly makes “Gods and Mortals” special is its skillful use of Greek mythology to enrich Diana’s history and personality, solidifying her status as one of DC’s greatest heroes.

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2026-01-10 00:17