Official Reading Guide & Lore

How To Start Reading Wonder Woman Comics

Real Name: Diana Prince | Universe: DC | Rating: 96 OVR (Demigod Warrior of Truth)

"Peace is a virtue, a state of mind, a disposition for benevolence, confidence, justice."

The Top 3 Starter Books for Beginners

The Modern Greek Epic

Wonder Woman: Blood (Vol. 1) (2011)

Writer/Artist: Brian Azzarello & Cliff Chiang | Format: Trade Paperback

Diana discovers her true parentage as daughter of Zeus and protects an innocent from Olympus' gods.

Why Start Here: Dark mythological fantasy with gorgeous stylized art.

The Definitive Rebirth

Wonder Woman: The Hiketeia (2002)

Writer/Artist: Greg Rucka & J.G. Jones | Format: Graphic Novel

Bound by an ancient ritual, Diana must protect a fugitive girl from Batman's justice.

Why Start Here: Features the iconic physical showdown where Wonder Woman pins Batman.

The Amazon Origin

Wonder Woman: Year One (2016)

Writer/Artist: Greg Rucka & Nicola Scott | Format: Deluxe Hardcover

Diana's first arrival from Themyscira into the modern world of mankind.

Why Start Here: Gentle, emotional, and the truest depiction of Diana's character.

Official Power Grid (1-7 Benchmark)

  • Intelligence: 4 / 7
  • Strength: 7 / 7
  • Speed: 6 / 7
  • Durability: 6 / 7
  • Energy Projection: 4 / 7
  • Fighting Skill: 7 / 7

Documented Weakness: Vulnerable to piercing/slashing weapons when guard is down.