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Wonder Woman

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Real Name: Diana Themyscira

Location: New York City

First Appearance: All Star Comics #8 (1941)

Created By: William M. Marston

Publisher: DC Comics

Team Affiliations: Justice League of America (JLA)

Currently Seen In : Wonder Woman, Justice League of America.

Powers:


Super strength.
Flight.
Lasso of truth.
Unbreakable silver bracelets.
Razor sharp golden tiara.
Invisible vehicles made at will.

Interesting Fact:

Wonder Woman’s ability to create invisible vehicles can also be stretched to make a complete fortress, known as the Wonderdome.

Origin:

Diana Themyscira is the daughter of Queen Hippolyta, the leader of the Amazons. Queen Hippolyta created her out of clay and her wish of motherhood was granted to her by the Greek gods. Created to battle the god Ares, Diana fights for Earth as an ambassador and protector. She is a vital member of the Justice League of America, and is known as Wonder Woman.

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