Legends of the DC Universe # 5 1998 NM-

Legends of the DC Universe #5 (1998) is an anthology issue published by DC Comics on April 8, 1998 (featuring a June 1998 cover date). Written by William Messner-Loebs, featuring dynamic interior pencils by Mike Deodato Jr., and a front cover by Steve Rude, this issue concludes a self-contained, two-part flashback story titled "Moments" that explores Diana's very early days adjusting to "Man's World".

Detailed Plot & Premise

• The Lesson of Deception: Having recently arrived from Paradise Island, Wonder Woman learns a harsh lesson: in the mortal world, she cannot instinctively count on anyone to act out of pure righteousness—not even the law.
• The Faulty Tech Conspiracy: While visiting a hospitalized gang member from the Redblacks street crew, Diana uncovers a deeper conspiracy. She discovers that the advanced high-tech exo-suits weaponized by the gang were originally manufactured for the Boston Police Department. The shipment was quietly offloaded to criminals after being deemed dangerously defective.
• Interrogation & Confrontation: Meanwhile, Officer Sally Marsden undergoes a tense interview with a police psychiatrist following the chaos. The story culminates with Wonder Woman confronting a corrupt police inspector to stop the proliferation of hazardous black-market gear.
• The Shadowy Influence: Lurking behind the earthly conflict is the God of War, Ares, who enjoys watching the young Amazon struggle against the complex moral corruption of human society.