2018 is turning out to be an exceptional year for DC, and Wonder Woman has been playing a significant role in this success. The current run by Tom King on Wonder Woman has stirred up quite a storm, generating the usual buzz surrounding any King comic within certain circles of the fanbase. This storyline has brought about substantial alterations to Wonder Woman’s character and her universe, beginning with the introduction of her daughter named Trinity. This endearing plot twist is contrasted against the heart-wrenching events of Steve Trevor’s death in the struggle against the Sovereign, along with the prophecy of Wonder Woman’s own upcoming demise. In issue #22, we are treated to a flashback narrative that adds an extra layer of sorrow to Steve Trevor’s passing as Wonder Woman faces a new adversary during this difficult time.
The narrative commences finding Steve awake and searching for Wonder Woman, serving as a launchpad. King skillfully evokes the depth of their affection, making this installment another poignant reminder of what we’ve been bereft of since Steve’s demise. Known for his introspective storytelling, King subtly explores the sadness surrounding the situation. Yet, instead of delving deeper into sorrow, as one might expect, the tale takes an unexpected turn, showcasing the ordinary side of the world’s ideal woman.
The Morning After Was Awkward for Steve and Diana for Several Reasons
The story unfolds the day after Steve and Diana shared their first night together. Steve finds himself alone, with Diana’s note left on his pillow and his clothes neatly arranged at the bedside. Caitlin Yarsky, both a king and an artist, skillfully portrays Steve’s anxiety over potentially being just another one-night stand for a woman he deeply cares for. The folded clothes and the note suggest impending trouble, but then things take an unexpected turn. Diana left because of a “mice problem” at the Capitol. As Steve prepares to face the day, he questions himself about the previous night and gathers courage to ask her out for coffee, assuring himself that she reciprocates his feelings. This poignant scene is relatable and demonstrates that King can write more than just dark psychological stories. Later, Steve heads to the Capitol, where we understand why Diana was summoned – a huge infestation of mice has invaded the home of the U.S. legislature. These mice are under the control of Mouse Man, a villain hinted at in Wonder Woman #19, and Wonder Woman advises Steve against taking any aggressive action. The issue then reaches its peak with an extraordinary scene.
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In a touching twist, Steve and Diana engage in heartfelt dialogue following an eventful night, revealing a side of these powerful characters seldom seen. Earlier in the storyline, readers witnessed Steve’s anxiety, while Wonder Woman, who has fought gods, cosmic invaders, and Earth’s mightiest superheroes without batting an eye, appeared tongue-tied around him, stirring feelings beyond her usual battlefield composure. The scene where Steve hesitates to ask Diana out for coffee despite their shared intimacy feels authentic. It is simple to believe in the legends of heroes like Wonder Woman and Steve Trevor. They have faced challenges unparalleled by most, yet their awkward interactions as they navigate their relationship, each harboring fears that the other might not reciprocate their affection, is both relatable and captivating. This tender moment underscores their mutual greatness as a couple. They triumph over Mouse Man in the day’s events, with future dates assuredly on the horizon. It was truly heartwarming to witness these characters at their most vulnerable, hopeful that their bond will endure.
Wonder Woman #22 Once Again Proves that Steve and Diana Were Made for Each Other
In this recent series by Tom King, readers have grown emotionally attached to the bond shared by Steve and Wonder Woman. King creatively expresses their deep-seated affection in innovative ways. The demise of Steve Trevor is heartbreaking for several reasons, but what makes it most poignant is that we won’t witness their interactions as compellingly illustrated in the latest edition of Wonder Woman.
Wonder Woman and Steve Trevor are warriors who have dedicated significant parts of their lives to battling evil for their respective homelands. Unanticipatedly, they discovered love in one another, which felt incredibly fitting. Although Steve has made reappearances in Wonder Woman’s comic books – as she communicates with the gods and he occasionally appears in the afterlife – this particular storyline revived the sadness of their heartbreaking separation once more.
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