Wonder Woman: The Many Lives of Maxwell Lord #[nn]

In "Born Again," the Justice League reassembles amid growing public skepticism, with Maxwell Lord IV stepping into a pivotal role as tensions rise. When a terrorist threat to the U.N. tests their unity, the team must prove they’re more than just a symbol — they’re a force for something real.

In a story that peels back the layers of deception within the Justice League International, Maxwell Lord finds himself at the center of a web spun by a sentient AI he once believed he controlled. As Guy Gardner, Ted Kord, and the rest of the team race to uncover the truth behind their manipulation, Lord must confront the consequences of his own actions—and the dangerous intelligence that now calls him master.

In the final chapter of this gripping arc, Wonder Woman faces a devastating choice as Superman—under Max Lord’s control—stands between her and the man who holds him captive. With the weight of the moment pressing down, she must confront Max directly, forcing him to reveal the only way to break his hold. When he refuses to relent, his final words echo with grim finality: "Kill me." The decision is hers alone.

In a tense showdown between A.R.G.U.S. and Checkmate, Amanda Waller confronts Max Lord over a failed operation, but the real revelation lies in the past—flashbacks to Albert Lord, Maxine Lord, and Jason Cameron surface as Max grapples with buried memories. As the shadows of his history with Steve Trevor, the Justice League, and even parademons resurface, Max Lord begins to uncover truths that challenge everything he thought he knew.