There was a time when Wonder Woman was little more than a second string character in the DC Universe. Granted she is the original female super heroine and a unique creation.
But for years she played second fiddle to DC Comics’ two main heroes: Superman and Batman.
In her early career (especially during the Silver Age) Wonder Woman was often portrayed as a super powered lovesick damsel in distress. It was embarrassing!
She’s an Amazon Princess for crying out loud! She‘s every bit as powerful as Superman-maybe more so in some areas, and her intelligence and command of tactical combat equals that of Batman.
Thankfully over the last two or three decades the comic book community has taken notice of Wonder Woman and she has been elevated to the status she deserves.
With the advent of her first movie, and soon a second, Wonder Woman has proven herself to be a draw for adoring fans-male and female alike.
She is the ‘original’ strong, competent and resourceful woman. Is it any wonder Gloria Steinem considers her the face of feminism?
DC Direct’s Series 1 action figures set based on Terry Dodson’s drawings really capture the Amazon Princess at her best.
Donna Troy as Wonder Woman features Wonder Woman’s younger ‘sister’ as a temporary replacement for Diana Prince: Wonder Woman.
Unique from the original Wonder Woman with her own distinct costume, Donna Troy looks stunning.
The full-articulated figure comes attired in twin-layer silver shoulder armor, black upper arm bands, silver gauntlets golden armor with a silver lower W accent and leather strip skirt with gold rivets.
She also wears silver knee guards, tri-level golden boots, a gold tiara with red star and silver elbow guards.
Donna Troy also carries a golden lasso and wears a large cape with exterior red and interior white.
A large ornate sword is also included and a red, black and yellow base.
Her long black hair halos Troy’s face. Her bright blue eyes stand out against her red lips, flesh color is smooth and color separation and sculpting details are crisp, sharp and nicely executed.
Circe, the villainess who steals Donna Troy’s powers, is one of Wonder Woman’s top nemesis.
The fully articulate, 6-inch figure is the most colorful of the four figures n the set.
Circle’s shocking red hair blows wildly over her left side, cascading over her black head and neck coverings.
She wears a long flowing purple cape and waist frontispiece.
Black shoulder armor, black corset, full arm gloves and form-fitting leggings that culminate in black boots give the figure a sinister slant.
A colorful waist decoration, weapon pouch and black handle silver sickle complete her entourage.
Only Circe’s upper arms and part of her chest and face are armor and cloth free.
Her shapely face has a small nose, upswept eyebrows, golden eyes and red lips.
Of all the figure’s Circe is the most colorful and elaborate. Articulation is almost invisible, hidden by the figure’s clothing and armor.
Paint application is clean, precise and colorful.
The figure has no slopover edges, rough articulation points overlays and easily stands on its base.
The Agent Diana Prince figure depicts Wonder Woman as a special law enforcement agent after she renounced her Wonder Woman title.
Diana is dressed in a form-fitting white and light blue outfit. The garments neck and upper chest, arm gauntlets, lower torso side strips and boots all are light blue.
Padded shoulder pads, white gloves, a single body suit front zipper, weapon shoulder straps and a utility belt with ammo and equipment pouches make up the balance of Diana’s outfit.
Her long black tresses are tied back and her bright blue eyes are shielded by silver sunglasses with red lens.
Included with the figure are twin collapsible fighting rods and a red, yellow and black bases emblazoned with the name Wonder Woman.
This is a truly stunning figure that really captures the grace, stature and dignity of Diana Prince in her civilian disguise.
Like all the other figures in the set articulation is amazing, easy to move and with no binding or loose fits.
Color application is perfect especially on her outfit and her face and features.
All of the Wonder Woman packaging consists of a bubble pack that can hang or sit on a shelf. It consists of a heavy paper stock backing with an illustration of Wonder Woman and an inner cocoon sleeve that keeps the figures cradled and protected.
The full view clean bubble pack also allows collectors to view the figures without any obstruction.
The prime figure in the collection is Diana as Wonder Woman decked out in her red, white, blue and gold outfit. Absolutely beautiful!
Diana has her hair down, is wearing her characteristic tiara, Wonder Woman (WW) insignia in gold on her chest and waist with white stars on a blue background trunk bottom, red bustier, silver gauntlets, red and white boots and her golden lasso.
Like all the figures, Wonder Woman can hold her accessories easily and firmly and articulation allows the figure to pose in various action stances.
Diana’s face is the real attraction with her striking blue eyes, red lips, chiseled features and strong and determined expression. Flesh tones are topnotch as are the various colors on the figure with crisp edges complementing the excellent sculpt.
A truly remarkable set of figures.
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