Wonder Woman: The Adventures of Young Diana Special #1

Dec 2021 · DC · 9.99 USD

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In "Birthday Blues," young Diana is caught between curiosity and tradition as she learns the hidden history of Themyscira from Clio—only to be reprimanded by Hellene for probing the island’s more shadowed past. Determined to uncover the truth, Diana sets out to find the missing sacred texts of Aphrodite, embarking on a journey that tests her resolve and her place among the Amazons. Written by Jordie Bellaire and brought to life by Paulina Ganucheau’s expressive art and Kendall Goode’s vivid colors, this special issue captures the heart of Diana’s early quest with warmth and wonder. The cover, also by Paulina Ganucheau, beautifully frames her determined spirit.

Contains 10 stories

Birthday Blues

8 pp · Superhero

Jumpa (a Kanga)OenoneHippolytaPhilippusClioother Amazons

Lessons Learned

8 pp · Superhero

ClioHelleneHippolyta (flashback)Hercules (flashback)Artemis (statue)Athena (statue)Aphrodite (statue)Demeter (statue)Hestia (statue)

In a quiet moment of discovery, young Diana listens to Clio’s lessons on Themyscira’s past—only to be reprimanded by Hellene for probing into the island’s more shadowed chapters. Drawn to the mystery of the missing sacred texts of Aphrodite, Diana resolves to uncover the truth, guided by the silent presence of the goddess statues and the echoes of her mother Hippolyta’s legacy.

The Deep End

8 pp · Superhero

OenoneTheo (megalodon)

Stories to Tell

8 pp · Superhero

ClioHippolytaPhilippusMagala

Hero Worship

8 pp · Superhero

MagalaClioHippolytaJumpa

Cursed Objects

8 pp · Superhero

ClioHippolytaCircePhilippusHelleneother unnamed Amazons

In "Cursed Objects," young Diana faces a chilling challenge when Clio is overtaken by Circe’s dark magic, turning her against the Amazons. With Hippolyta and Philippus determined to protect Diana by keeping her out of the fight, she must find her own way to break the curse before the attack escalates.

Family Ties

8 pp · Superhero

ClioHelleneCirce (flashback)

Truth Hurts

8 pp · Superhero

HippolytaAntiopeother unnamed AmazonsHeraklesTheseus

In "Truth Hurts," young Diana challenges her mother Hippolyta about a hidden chapter in Amazon history, prompting Hippolyta to reveal the painful tale of Herakles’ betrayal and the capture of Antiope. As the past unfolds through whispered legends and the quiet strength of the Amazons, Diana grapples with the weight of truth and the cost of loyalty.

Stronger Together

8 pp · Superhero

MagalaHippolytaPhilippus

Sisterhood

8 pp · Superhero

JumpaClioHippolytaPhilippusother unnamed Amazons