WONDER WOMAN (DIANA PRINCE)
Wonder Woman (Diana Prince) is an Amazonian princess and one of the world's most powerful superheroes, serving as a founding member of the Justice League. Bridging the gap between ancient mythology and modern heroism, she acts as a tireless ambassador for peace and justice across various comic, film, and gaming continuities.
Cronologia
Biografia
Diana Prince is the royal identity of Princess Diana of Themyscira, a warrior born of the Amazons. Secluded for centuries on a hidden island, she eventually ventured into the "world of men" to defend humanity against existential threats.
In her early years, she adopted the alias Diana Prince by purchasing the identity from a lookalike to blend into Washington D.C. society, often working as a nurse or military officer to gather intelligence while serving as Wonder Woman.
Throughout the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and broader comic lore, she is a central figure of the "Trinity" alongside Batman and Superman. Her role has evolved from a mythological hero in World War I to a seasoned veteran leading the Justice League against cosmic invaders like Steppenwolf. As the DC Universe enters a new era under the direction of James Gunn, Diana continues to be a cornerstone of heroism, represented through both political island dramas and radical new comic reimaginings like the Absolute series.
Storia
The origins of Wonder Woman have seen two primary interpretations. Traditionally, she was sculpted from clay by Queen Hippolyta and granted life by the Greek gods on the paradise island of Themyscira.
However, modern iterations, including the New 52 and the DC Extended Universe, reveal her to be the biological daughter of Hippolyta and Zeus, the King of the Gods, making her a demigoddess.
Her departure from her homeland is typically triggered by the arrival of Steve Trevor, whose crash landing forces Diana to choose between her immortal life and the duty to protect a world engulfed in war.
Poteri & Abilità
Wonder Woman possesses a vast array of divine and trained abilities:
Evoluzione
Wonder Woman's character has undergone significant shifts across decades. Initially a symbol of patriotic strength in the 1940s, she took a radical turn in the late 1960s during the 'Diana Prince' era, where she gave up her powers and Amazonian heritage to become a boutique-owning secret agent.
This was reversed in the 1970s and 1980s, reinstating her as a mythological icon and diplomat of peace. The 21st century has seen her transition into a more aggressive warrior-queen, particularly in the Injustice series and the New 52, while the DCEU film era solidified her as a global symbol of hope. By 2026, the character is evolving again, with the 'Absolute' comics portraying a grittier, sword-heavy version and the DCU films set to introduce a fresh cinematic iteration.
Da Collezione
For collectors, Wonder Woman is a 'grail' character with various high-value items across brands. Hot Toys' 1/6 scale figures of Gal Gadot are highly prized for their photorealistic detail and movie-accurate armor. Prime 1 Studio and Sideshow Collectibles offer the most sought-after premium statues, capturing both her comic book and cinematic looks with immense scale and craftsmanship.
Vintage collectors often seek the original Lynda Carter-era merchandise from the 1970s. Currently, the McFarlane Toys DC Multiverse line provides accessible and highly articulated versions, with limited editions of the 'Absolute' and 'Injustice' variants seeing steady value growth. The 2024–2026 market has seen increased demand for Monolith-era game designs and the new DCU-inspired collectibles.
Wonder Woman's origin was changed from being made of clay to being the daughter of Zeus in the New 52 reboot.
