Who is Hippolyta Trevor?
Hippolyta “Lyta” Trevor, a character who has long fascinated DC Comics fans, is the daughter of the Earth-2 Wonder Woman counterpart. Created by Roy Thomas, Danette Thomas, and Ross Andru, she was initially introduced as the heir to the Wonder Woman legacy on Earth-2 - taking on the role of the superhero known as "Fury." Lyta's initial stories involved a complex dynamic with The Sandman (Garret Sandford). The character found a path within DC canon, but her legacy became more involved in the DC Universe as events, including those connected to the Sandman legacy, were given a much greater depth.
Following Crisis on Infinite Earths, Lyta's history and connection to Wonder Woman were revised. Her origin story changed to make her a child of Helena Kosmatos and Admiral Derek Trevor. However, despite this change in her parentage, Lyta still took on the moniker of "Fury" - becoming a powerful force in DC Comics. Even with an interesting story, she has never truly been able to make the same sort of impact that other characters have, such as the superhero Wonder Woman who was the focus of several films within the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), in films like Wonder Woman, Wonder Woman 1984 and others. But her storyline appears to be re-emerging, with major consequences.
What is Absolute Power: Task Force VII?
Absolute Power is a new storyline for DC Comics. Its focus centers on the idea of those DC Extended Universe (DCEU) characters - those who are a part of this vast universe making their mark. One of the key components is the re-emergence of Lyta Trevor and those connections to Wonder Woman. In Absolute Power: Task Force VII #6, by Stephanie Williams, Khary Randolph, Alex Guimarães, and Dave Sharpe, we're introduced to an event involving Amanda Waller who uses "Amazo" robots. These entities are a force, one that could serve as a danger - which often involves a fight for survival for those DC characters.
A powerful reemergence is presented through an "Absolute Power event" that has caused those fans who are following the storyline to ponder, ask questions and think critically about what this means for the overall universe that these DC heroes are a part of, particularly considering this re-introduction of Hippolyta Trevor - and the possibility of how she will take on a more powerful role.
How Does Lyta Connect to the Well of Souls?
The Well of Souls is an entity found within Themiscyra. It serves as an almost mythical and very important, spiritual location, serving as a conduit to the souls of those women, specifically, who had died within the "Man World" - It represents those who have endured the harshest of trials and whose souls continue to live in Themyscyra to become part of this spiritual world. The DC Universe has never shown a definitive connection between this place and those within the Dream Dimension (often called "Dreaming") - one of those essential spiritual realms for Morpheus, one who plays a role in Lyta Trevor's story - serving as her "second husband" as he played an essential part of her development.
There is an immediate question regarding why Lyta Trevor's name appeared at this particular time in Absolute Power. One key question arises when fans recognize her name, and its connections to DC's Wonder Woman. Specifically, the storyline takes us into the Prime Earth continuity , where the character appears to have been erased or perhaps even forgotten about.
Who are Wonder Woman’s Parents?
Wonder Woman, whose real name is Diana Prince, was the child of Queen Hippolyta. As a symbol of peace and justice she rose from those humble beginnings, her mother was the Amazonian Queen, the ruler of Themiscyra.
Throughout her stories (often explored in the Wonder Woman franchise), it’s noted that Wonder Woman is given an interesting twist with how she was brought to life and the origins surrounding her journey to becoming a superhero. But the true meaning and connection to DC's Wonder Woman, specifically as an Amazonian princess. It becomes more apparent in the "DC Extended Universe (DCEU)," showing audiences that the superhero, known for those action-packed sequences that give the DC Universe those amazing visual events - is still trying to navigate this dangerous, challenging, and often cruel world.
How Does the “Sandman Legacy” Involve Wonder Woman?
The Sandman is one of the most celebrated stories from the DC universe. Its original version, featuring Morpheus ("Dream of the Endless"), tells of his journeys to find a path and reconnect with the power of his own realm. The story of Morpheus and Lyta is closely linked - in that Lyta becomes the object of affection - and it even seems that they form a family together - with her becoming his "soul mate". In DC Comics, those characters are bound to the same events that help create those fantastical narratives - and in a grander way help to bring a deeper understanding into the world of the "Sandman."
The Sandman continues to receive praise - as one of the most impressive, dark and imaginative comics in the DC universe. One of those key points for those following those stories has always been those tales where Lyta has a presence, whether in The Sandman, Infinity, Inc. or as those tales that have given an impressive look at those who are a part of this DC story - those who are part of the Justice Society, or Infinity Inc. which became a great, celebrated series that offered those heroes who had a legacy from past, historical characters and would be tasked with taking on new, compelling adventures - even during some of the greatest crises - in which heroes were challenged and tested by a world on the brink of being taken over by some of those iconic villains.
Why Is Lyta So Important for the DC Universe?
Lyta Trevor (or Hippolyta as she is known in some instances) is a figure whose presence in the DC universe is highly celebrated - as her impact has had an interesting and very meaningful influence.
She is the offspring of an Earth-2 Counterpart to Wonder Woman, as the stories show that she is not only a superhero in her own right, but a powerful individual. Even after events like Crisis on Infinite Earths, it was revealed that she had a strong connection to Wonder Woman, as her own journey takes us through several iconic moments within DC comics - making her story incredibly unique - even after taking on various roles throughout a complex and often transformative series. Lyta Trevor's journey showcases the long history of the DC Universe and is an example of how it has had a unique impact on other stories and, as a key element, serves to further define Wonder Woman - both within the DC Extended Universe (DCEU) and DC overall, including the upcoming storylines and adaptations.
