Batman + Wonder Woman = Hotness
Non-geeks like to make jokes about what an unsexy hobby comic-book reading is, but have these people read a comic lately? Last year, I flipped through a Justice League of America issue and stumbled across a scene of Hawk Girl and Red Arrow engaged in one hell of a team-up. Some of those panels will send the unsuspecting reader scrambling for a bucket of cold water.
Which brings me to that dream sequence scene of my favorite Amazon making out with the original Batman in Wonder Woman Blackest Night #2. Yes, I know it was all in Diana’s mind as she fought the influence of the Black Lantern ring, and that Bruce Wayne is currently “dead.” But these two have long been my comic fantasy couple, which made that panel of them smooching, at least for me, the equivalent of geek-girl soft porn. The Thursday morning-after analysis with V. went thusly:
V: “Did you see how they were standing with his leg between hers? Girl, it was kinda dirty.”
Me: “Oh, it would be dirty. With Batman? Definitely.”
It went downhill from there with inappropriate comments about utility belts. Anyway, the moment wouldn’t have been nearly as thrilling if Diana had been dreaming of, say, Hal Jordan. There’s a reason that writers — including those behind the excellent “Justice League” and “Justice League Unlimited” cartoons — have played with the idea of a romantic spark between Batman and Wonder Woman over the years.
They’ve got a couple of important things in common: While Wonder Woman is motivated by her love of humanity, ultimately, she’s all about getting the job done. In her own way, she’s every bit as tenacious and mission-driven as Batman is. (Maybe moreso. Wonder Woman put the drop on Maxwell Lord, something Batman has never been able to do with all-too-deserving villains like the Joker.) Then there’s the privilege factor. They’re not exactly equals — Diana is blessed by deities, after all — but the two share the experience of having extraordinary backgrounds. Diana is a princess, and as the billionaire prince of Gotham City, Bruce certainly qualifies as American royalty. For obvious reasons, neither would expect the other to be home by 5 p.m. with dinner waiting.
The theory that Batman is incapable of having a decent relationship is valid, but I’m not sure I buy it. He may be a brooding asshole with intimacy issues, but he’s still a man. Somehow, I doubt he’d turn down an opportunity to be with someone as formidable, wise and drop-dead beautiful as Wonder Woman. Given Bruce’s sketchy romantic track record — Catwoman, Talia al-Ghul, Jezebel Jet — it’s way past time for him to go legit in the dating department. And really, who better than Wonder Woman to try breaking through all those layers of Kevlar and mistrust? If she couldn’t do it, no one could.
So let’s bring the teasing to an end once and for all, DC. When Mr. Wayne returns from the great beyond, he and Diana are overdue for a little trip to Paradise Island, if you know what I’m saying.
This was a good one! But if they did hook-up, what would be the catalyst? I mean they have known each other for “years” as friends and teammates. What could ignite the spark to alter their relationship? I think it would have to be something small yet significant in a private shared moment.
How about his return? The fact that she thought he was dead, and is now alive. That would be a reason to jump all over his ass.
That’s an excellent question. I think it could also happen very gradually. There will be a lot of catching up to do once Bruce returns, and maybe Diana would offer hints about her fantasy life during the inevitable, “Boy, that Black Lantern invasion was out of control!” conversation. I’d be willing to bet that a lot of things jump off during JLA satellite duty. You’re out there in space; glances are exchanged …
While Bruce may not have superpowers, I see him as a peer and equal to Diana. He consistently uses strategy and excellence to defeat foes that are many times more powerful than he is. He’s sort of like a modern-day Odysseus; his mind is his greatest weapon. Of course, his peak-human physique and super-ninja training help too.
I’d have no problem with a Bruce/Diana power-coupling. I think they fit together well.
LOL… “You’re out there in space; glances are exchanged …”
Bow-chicka-bow-wow!
When I first saw the image I was like OMFG! THAT is so f’n hot, but after talking to a few other friends about it they showed me how spiritual it was from Diana’s POV!
Still think it is one the of the hottest Comic book kisses I’ve seen so far, but I also see how Diana’s subconsciously see’s Bruce as a person that truly understands her in ways others do not.
Would love to see them together in the comics. Who knows maybe they are planning something like this or they are just messing with us.
I also considered the idea that Greg Rucka is messing with the fans, which would be so cruel! But knowing how much he loves Wondy, I’m optimistic that this will go somewhere eventually. If not, we might have to mount a campaign.
In the regular series, Wonder Woman told Nemesis that an Amazonian relationship is like combat.Maybe with all the beatdowns she’s given Bats over the years,that’s fueled her attraction.