Wonder Woman #34 Review

 

Wonder Woman #34 Review

Writer: Tom King

Artists: Daniel Sampere & Bruno Redondo

Colorist: Alejandro Sánchez

Letterer: Clayton Cowles

Cover Artists: Daniel Sampere & Tomeu Morey

Variant Cover Artists: David Nakayama; Inhyuk Lee; Annie Wu

DC Pride Cover Artist: Fatima Wajid

Editors: Marquis Draper & Brittany Holzherr

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $4.99/$5.99 Card Stock

Release Date: June 24, 2026

 

Discovering Steve Trevor on Themyscira should have overjoyed Diana. Yet she had battled and slain soldiers to reach the secret prison. Worse, the Matriarch's male soldiers guarded her sacred shores. So, while Elizabeth hugged the father she knew only from her Corgi-chasing trips through time, Diana held back. Then, defying the Gods that allowed the Matriarch to murder her friends and defile her homeland, Diana used Lex Luthor's God Killer sword to carve open a passage to the Underworld.

 

The Gods dislike it when their subjects defy their omnipotence. So, when Diana, Steve, and Elizabeth enter the Palace of the Moirai, the Fates invite another guest to the impromptu party. Can Elizabeth and Lyssa rediscover their childhood friendship? Or must Wonder Woman and the Matriarch fight to the death in Hades? Let’s leap into Wonder Woman #34 and see!

 

Story

The Matriarch smiles, not realizing that the sword stored in her White Palace is a copy. When Diana shatters her sword, the Matriarch is as surprised as when she went too far torturing Superman. But as the Fates debate the origins and meaning of myths, the Matriarch claims that there are more powerful things than gods and their swords. Then she uses her power ring to summon a hard light construct.

 

As the Matriarch confronts Diana in Wonder Woman #34, she recalls how she secured the power ring and what she has done to keep it. While the two warriors fight, Lyssa recognizes that she faces the pride of Themyscira. Diana defeated her mother to become her island's emissary to the world. So, after slaying other superheroes and becoming a world leader, Lyssa regards killing Diana as the final act in securing her domination.

 

While Tom King ponders how we relate to others, he focuses on how we judge our worth and determine what will make us happy. Lyssa may not clothe herself in chains to celebrate her victories. Yet she values strength. As the Matriarch, Lyssa has devoted her life to enduring pain to become the ultimate oppressor. Diana defines herself in different terms. Lyssa thinks she must have everything to be happy. But even amid her greatest trial, Diana protects others and takes only what she needs in Wonder Woman #34.

 

Art

Amid arid terrain, a Green Lantern corpse on the road evokes extraterrestrial events in another reality. As the power ring rises from the still hand in this ravaged future, the red surrounding her eyes defines what drives Tomar-Lyssa. Despite taking place two decades hence, Daniel Sampere and Bruno Redondo adorn the two Amazons in armor that recalls a brutal past, when the strong took whatever they wanted, and might equaled right.

 

As the absolute ruler of the United States wields her hard light sword, the Matriarch’s grayscale hair and armor contrast with Diana's red, white, and blue uniform. The Princess of Themyscira adorns her head, heart, and shoulders with gold in Wonder Woman #34. Yet the scarlet running down their faces defines their anger at what each other represents. While Alejandro Sánchez paints the God Killer sword brown, its organic shape and color link it with the Green, as Diana battles a leader who will destroy everything and everyone to get what she wants.  

 

Clayton Cowles fills white dialogue balloons with black uppercase letters that grow bold for intonation and shrink for lowered voices. As block letters emphasizing diagonals locate us in time and space, offscreen dialogue in colored boxes provides divine commentary. Balloons become clouds with wavering arrows when a speaker digs deep to summon extraordinary willpower. Sound effects enhance a battle before disapproving gods who wonder how the combatants will determine their future. Thanks to DC Comics for providing a review copy.

 

Final Thoughts

Diana defied Zeus and the order of the Underworld to reach the Palace of the Moirai. Like Steve Trevor, Diana has sinned against the Fates. As she battles the daughter of a woman she sought to rescue, Diana must determine how she will face Clotho, Lachesis, and Atropos' judgment in Wonder Woman #34.

 

Rating 9.6/10

 

To look inside see my preview of Wonder Woman #34. 

 

For what happened last time, see my preview of Wonder Woman #33. 

For what happened before that, see my review of Wonder Woman #32. 

For how The Wonder War story arc began, see my preview of Wonder Woman #31. 

 

The DC Art of Bruno Redondo Cover Preview

 

Bruno Redondo is an accomplished artist who has contributed to numerous series for DC Comics. Now, Clover Press is assembling a collection of the Eisner-winner's greatest hits. What will it include? And how can you get your hands on this guide to the artist's vaunted career?

Here's all the info from DC Comics and Clover Press:

 

THE DC ART OF BRUNO REDONDO

Clover Press announces THE DC ART OF BRUNO REDONDO, the second volume in the The DC Art Of… books, the recent line of high-end boutique art books showcasing the very best artists to craft the DC multiverse. Three-time Eisner Award-winning artist Bruno Redondo has built a world-class career perfecting his art for DC’s comics in the 21st century, and now, THE DC ART OF BRUNO REDONDO collects his very best work from the first era of an already impressive career. With over 200 pages, the 9”x12” volume highlights Redondo’s defining runs on Injustice and Nightwing, as well special selections from Justice League; Batman: Black & White; Harley Quinn: Black, White & Red; and much more. Head to Kickstarter to support the campaign.

“I have always been an avid fan of art books from the artists I admire,” said Redondo. “I consider them a great chance to learn and look behind the curtain of their creative process. So having the opportunity to share my own art book is quite a responsibility. I’m trying to be as open as possible to it and build a new bridge of communication through this, as a complement to my comic books. I hope you enjoy it, as well as some of the surprises we are working on!”

After making a name for himself on titles like Human Target (with Len Wein), Push, and Batman: Arkham Unhinged, Bruno Redondo joined his Star Wars: Darth Maul collaborator Tom Taylor (DCeased, All-New Wolverine) to take the reins of Injustice: Gods Among Us, elevating a digital-first video game tie-in comic to a fan-favorite series with a fiercely devoted readership. The scope and tenure of the story also provided the perfect testing ground for Bruno to experiment with and hone his signature style of fluid, unencumbered pencil work combined with a precision sense of design. After Injustice’s conclusion, Bruno lent his name to other high-profile DC series, including Justice League (with Scott Snyder), Titans (with Dan Abnett), and Suicide Squad (again with Tom Taylor). Beginning with Nightwing #78, Bruno and Tom Taylor began what quickly became one of the seminal runs on comics’ first sidekick, Dick Grayson. Their take on the former Boy Wonder was refreshingly bright for a bat book, in both narrative tone and visual style, and put Dick in the comics spotlight for the first time in years. The unique kinetic language and attention to detail that Bruno brought to the character helped the series top itself month after month and, ultimately, earn Eisner Awards for Best Continuing Series and Best Single Issue. Bruno would also take home the Eisner for Best Cover Artist. 

THE DC ART OF BRUNO REDONDO will feature a collection of Bruno's extensive work with DC, as well as an introduction by Bruno’s frequent creative partner, #1 New York Times-bestselling writer Tom Taylor. The campaign will also feature extras, including rarely-seen sketches and commissions, Redondo’s Nightwing covers, a fold-out edition of the iconic Nightwing #87, a sticker pack, a poster pack, and more, available in Clover Press’ traditional options of hardcover, dust jacket, slipcase, and signed slipcase editions.

“I’ve known Bruno since his days on Injustice, and knew he had an amazing career ahead of him,” said Clover Press Publisher Hank Kanalz. “I’m so proud of the extent to which he has risen, including multiple Eisners and being on the top of many writers’ request lists. And I think he’s just getting started!”

 

Here's a look at the book's dust jacket and slipcase: 

 

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To visit the campaign for The DC Art of Bruno Redondo, head to Kickstarter or BackerKit.

The DC Art Of… series debuted in 2025 with The DC Art of Jorge Jimenez. More books in The DC Art Of… series will be announced in the coming months. For updates, follow DC on Instagram, X and Facebook and follow Clover Press on Instagram, X, Bluesky and Facebook. You can subscribe to the Clover press newsletter here. 

 

 

Thanks to Superfan Promotions for sharing this announcement with us.

 

About Clover Press: Headed by IDW co-founder Robbie Robbins and former DC executive Hank Kanalz, Clover Press publishes a wide variety of collected and original content ranging from re-mastered reprints of classic newspaper strips to horror graphic novels, and high-quality art books. Clover Press is working with a wide variety of creators including Jorge Jimenez, David Mack, Alex Maleev, David Nakayama, Russell Dauterman, Michael Allred, Tyler Kirkham, Mike del Mundo, Dan dos Santos, Kevin Eastman, Steve Niles, Gabriel Rodriguez, Ruben Bolling, Richard Bennett, Ray Troll, John K. Snyder III, Stewart Kenneth Moore, Aron Wiesenfeld and more.

About Bruno Redondo: Three-time Eisner Award-winning artist Bruno Redondo has built a world-class career perfecting the look of DC Comics in the 21st century, with work on titles like Human Target (with Len Wein), Push, and Batman: Arkham Unhinged, Injustice: Gods Among Us (with Tom Taylor), Justice with Tom Taylor). He has earned Eisner Awards for Best Continuing Series, Best Single Issue, and Best Cover Artist. 

ABOUT DC 

DC, part of Warner Bros. Discovery, creates iconic characters and enduring stories and is one of the world’s largest publishers of comics and graphic novels. DC’s creative work entertains audiences of every generation around the world with DC’s stories and characters integrated across Warner Bros. Discovery’s film, television, animation, consumer products, home entertainment, games, and themed experiences divisions, and on the DC Universe Infinite digital comic subscription service. Learn more at DC.com.

 

DC K.O.: The Kids are All Fight Special #1 Preview

 

 

Babysitting isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. As children grow into young adults, connecting with them can prove difficult. And like when he and Damian looked after Elizabeth Marsden Prince, Jon Kent would rather be saving lives. But Roy and Donna have a different plan for Jon. Can the young Superman remain on the Justice League Watchtower when people are dying? And will the kids submit to Jon's supervision when their world is going crazy and there are villains to fight?

 

Here’s all the info from DC Connect:

 

DC K.O.: The Kids are All Fight Special #1 Preview

Writer: Jeremy Adams

Artist: Travis Mercer

Cover Artists: Bruno Redondo, Chrissie Zullo-Uminga, Joe Quinones, Todd Nauck & Juni Ba

Publisher: DC Comics

Issue Length: 40 Pages

Price: $5.99/$6.99 Card Stock

Release Date: January 28, 2026

 

Can Jon Kent stop Granny Goodness? A DC K.O. Tie-In!

 

Jon Kent always wanted to be a Titan when he grew up, but now that he’s working alongside them in the effort to evacuate Earth, he didn’t think he’d be stuck babysitting young sidekicks! When the kids sneak off to enter the fray and stop Granny Goodness, Jon will have to show these young heroes the ropes so they can save the day and prove there’s no age requirement to being a superhero—and you won’t want to miss the SHOCKING finale! 

 

 

Now, let's take a look inside:

 

 

 

 

Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

Batman/Deadpool #1--Nightwing & Laura Kinney: Wolverine Preview

 

 

Laura Kinney thought she was no more than a clone. Designated X-23, she was forged into a living weapon. But as Laura embraced her humanity, she formed a family around her. In the future, Laura will serve Revelation as one of his Seraphs. Her allegiance to the Doug Ramsey, who protects all mutants, will threaten to tear her family apart.

Dick Grayson was a young circus performer. After his parents deaths, Bruce Wayne took him under his wing. Bruce showed him how to channel his anger over his murdered parents into helping others as Robin. Now, he is Nightwing, a leader of the Titans, a member of the Justice League Unlimited, and a protector of Blüdhaven.

How will the two heroes get along when they meet? What great evil will they battle? And who will they protect? Here's all the info from DC Connect:

 

DC/Marvel: Batman/Deadpool #1

Writers: Grant Morrison, Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Tom Taylor, Mariko Tamaki & G Willow Wilson

Artist: Dan Mora, Hayden Sherman, Bruno Redondo, Amanda Conner & Denys Cowan

Cover Artists: Dan Mora, Lee Bermejo, Mark Brooks, Jim Cheung, Amanda Conner, Nick Dragotta, Jenny Frison, Andy Kubert, Jae Lee, Jim Lee, Alexander Lozano, Sean Murphy, Frank Quitely, Bruno Redondo, Hayden Sherman, Bill Sienkiewicz, Ryan Sook, Sozomaika & Blank sketch variant cover

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $7.99/$8.99 Card Stock

Release Date: November 19, 2025

 

The moment you’ve been waiting for!

 

The Dark Knight and the Merc with a Mouth team up for an adventure so mind-bending you’ll think you’re in a dream! Brought to you by legendary creators Grant Morrison and Dan Mora! And be sure not to miss these incredible extra stories:

 

Scott Snyder, James Tynion IV, and Joshua Williamson team up with Hayden Sherman for a magical Constantine/Doctor Strange tale! Tom Taylor and Bruno Redondo bring you an epic Nightwing/Dick Grayson and Laura Kinney/Wolverine story! Mariko Tamaki and Amanda Conner smash Harley Quinn and the Hulk together! G Willow Wilson and Denys Cowan tell an electrifying Static and Ms Marvel yarn!

 

 

Now, let's take a look inside this epic Nightwing/Dick Grayson and Laura Kinney/Wolverine story:

 

 

 

 

 

 Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.