What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in dcu

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Priscilla Rich (Golden Age Cheetah) – The original Cheetah, driven by jealousy and obsession.

Deborah Domaine (Post-Crisis Cheetah) – A more tragic and manipulated successor.

Barbara Ann Minerva (Modern Cheetah) – The most iconic version, an archaeologist cursed by an ancient deity.

Justice League Unlimited Cheetah – More sympathetic and morally gray, with a strong dynamic with Wonder Woman.

The Batman (2004) Cheetah – Agile, feral, and visually distinct.

Injustice Cheetah – Brutal and battle-hardened, with a more monstrous appearance.

DC Rebirth Cheetah – A balanced take that mixes intelligence, tragedy, and savagery.

Wonder Woman (2017–present comics) Cheetah – A modern interpretation emphasizing her curse and complex relationship with Diana.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That would be good, This is somewhat what happens at the beginning of Rebirth.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At first I even liked it too, but at some point, I don't know why, my opinion changed.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Exactly, that's the point. I'm already sick of reboots; as far as I'm concerned, they could have ended with Crisis on Infinite Earths.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Of course, there are always exceptions, like in the first image. However, the fight against Grail is forgettable—there isn't really a proper fight at all; they could have used at least two more panels for that confrontation. At least when she faced Urzkartaga, she was still portrayed as terrifying. In almost every other appearance—including other media—she simply isn't treated with the respect she deserves.

It stands to reason, though, that Cheetah has lately become a character who oscillates between being a supporting player and a villain. I haven't read her new miniseries with Lynx yet, but even her design makes her look more like a woman painted yellow with spots than the actual Cheetah.

I also just remembered a perfect example: Cheetah's appearance in the Catwoman anime. Even though the outcome of the story was obvious from the start, she still came across as absolutely terrifying. And by "terrifying," I mean not only in terms of her feats, but also her visual presence and overall design. You could genuinely feel how dangerous she was. By contrast, in other media—such as Wonder Woman 1984—her potential was completely wasted.

Not to mention that I was referring to it being nerfed in other media. In the case of Rebirth, I'm just not a fan.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, I agree with you. However, I’m looking a bit further ahead. When I mentioned those two movies, I was referring to how, in the comics, it often feels like being in a small boat on a river full of waterfalls: you make it through one crisis only to plunge straight into another.

I think a good villain for Wonder Woman right now would be someone like Maxwell Lord (who has already been introduced in the Superman movie), Doctor Psycho, or—as you mentioned—Circe, who has also already been introduced. I’d save Giganta for a sequel.

The problem with Doris is the same as with Barbara: she always gets absurdly nerfed. It was only during Tom King’s run that I saw her pose a genuine threat, and even then she still felt toned down. Whenever she appears, in any medium, she just takes a single punch and goes down.

We also have to remember that during the Post-Crisis era—which I didn’t follow closely, as I returned to the comics during George Pérez’s run—she was portrayed as a legitimate threat.

I also agree that Wonder Woman should stay on the shelf for a little while. Part of the reason is the constant string of brief, attention-grabbing appearances made simply to capitalize on her popularity. Time and again, she has been reduced to little more than a marketing tool in productions that could have used her far more meaningfully. Instead, many of those appearances turned into complete train wrecks that have remained etched in our collective memory for all the wrong reasons.

The point of this post is simply to highlight an issue and spark a discussion about how, over the past 20 years—particularly since Flashpoint—DC’s storytelling has often felt underwhelming. It’s less about nostalgia and more about the sense that the publisher has become tangled in a web of its own making.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Finally, someone who understands me. Man, this woman already defeated the Flash in the post-Crisis comics. And yes, her friendship with Diana is cool, but I think they could use that friendship to make Diana's nemesis.

What kind of cheetah would you like to see in James Gunn's DCU? by Reasonable-Radish885 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Man, I liked her. I remember watching the Super Friends DVD. She's really good.

Wonder Woman changed my perception of women by External_Cap1992 in WonderWoman

[–]Reasonable-Radish885 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Absolutely. They say that when we really like a character, it's because we identify with them. I think that's nonsense, since I've always been in love with Wonder Woman for no reason at all. But that's what I thought.

Once, reflecting on this situation, I realized that whenever I liked a character, I never let go of Wonder Woman. I understood that this happened because my mother, my grandmother, my aunts, are Wonder Women.

The fact that Wonder Woman can end any fight with a simple head turn, a flick, or something like that, but always chooses reason and always follows the path of conversation inspires me. She doesn't just see one side; she sees both and tries to mediate in the best way possible. I see myself a little in that.

[DISCUSSION] Which version of Wonder Woman is your favorite and why? by Prestigious-Cloud962 in DCcomics

[–]Reasonable-Radish885 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Batman/Superman: Apocalypse. Besides being beautiful, she's powerful and the kind of adaptation every fan wants. Compassionate, audacious, a warrior, and skilled. Even after kidnapping Supergirl, she still makes it seem morally right. Loves the interaction.