WARNING: Contains Potential Spoilers for ABSOLUTE WONDER WOMAN #2!
Wonder Womanboasts one of the most expansive and formidable powersets in the DC Universe, with abilities like flight, immortality, superhuman senses, strength, speed, and more. Yet, there’s one power she wields that often goes overlooked by fans. Fortunately,Absolute Wonder Womanis putting this underrated ability front and center, giving it the attention it truly deserves.
Does the mainstream Wonder Woman still possess the ability to speak to animals?
Absolute Wonder Woman#2—by Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire, and Becca Carey—continues the epic reimagining of Diana Prince, unveiling more intriguing lore, including the introduction of Steve Trevor to the Absolute Universe and the debut ofDiana’s Nemesis Lasso.
While these revelations are undeniably significant and will surely play major roles in the narrative, there’s one reveal that stands out as both fun and nostalgic:the return of a classic Wonder Woman power—her ability to communicate with animals.This is a power fans haven’t seen in quite some time, especially in mainstream continuity, making its reappearance all the more exciting.
Wonder Woman Speaks With Animals Through Telepathic Communication
With the return of Pegasus—albeit with an undead twist—inAbsolute Wonder Woman#1, and now the revelation that Diana can communicate with animals, it’s clear that Thompson and Sherman are making a much-appreciated effort to revive some of the more nuanced and underrated aspects of Wonder Woman’s lore. In issue #2, Steve stumbles upon Diana discussing battle plans with her pegasus. Surprised, he asks,“Can you understand… your horse?”To which Wonder Woman responds with a patient,“I can communicate with all animals, Steve.”This moment confirms that the Wonder Woman of the Absolute Universe shares this classic ability with the standard Diana.
While fans now have confirmation that Absolute Diana can speak to animals through telepathic communication, the question arises: Does the mainstream Wonder Woman still possess this ability? With continuity changes and evolving creative teams, it’s sometimes difficult to keep track of which lesser-known powers heroes retain as they progress through modern stories. Although we haven’t seen Diana utilize her animal communication abilities in recent comics,Tom King, the writer for the ongoingWonder Womanrun, confirmed in a tweet on X that Diana still possesses this power.This confirmation was accompanied by a picture of Matteo Scalaria’sWonder Woman#1 cover, which depicts Diana flanked by two massive tigers.
Sorry, But Absolute Wonder Woman’s Mind-Blowing Title Already Makes Her Cooler Than the Original
It may be blasphemy to admit this, but Absolute Wonder Woman’s insanely badass title already makes her cooler than the original Diana Prince.
When Was the Last Time Fans Saw Wonder Woman Talk to Animals?
Diana Used Her Ability to Speak With Animals inAre You Afraid of Darkseid?#1 (2021)
While Tom King confirmed that Wonder Woman retains her ability to speak to animals, that’s not the same as seeing her use it in the narrative. So, when was the last time fans sawWonder Woman actually communicate with animals? One of the most recent instances occurred in theAre You Afraid of Darkseid?#1 Halloween special in the short storyBlack-Eyed Kidsby Terry Blas, Garry Brown, and Marissa Louise. In this story, Diana teams up with Vixen to solve a mystery involving strange children appearing in Zambesi’s M’Changa Province.Wonder Woman’sability to speak to animals plays a key role in helping them crack the case.
Absolute Wonder Woman #2is available now from DC Comics!
Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman is the superhero identity of Diana, Princess of the Amazons. Created on the island of Themyscira, Wonder Woman is a super-powered demi-goddess with extreme physical strength who utilizes magical gifts (like her famous Lasso of Truth) to defeat her foes. As mighty as her fellow heroes Superman and the Justice League, Wonder Woman is unmatched in her compassion and virtue.
