Wonder Woman # 38 Cover C Ariel Diaz Variant 2026 BN

Wonder Woman #38 is a comic book published by DC Comics, written by Tom King with artwork by Daniel Sampere. Released on October 21, 2026, this issue continues the high-stakes "Wonder War" story arc as King's acclaimed run approaches its final stages.

Core Plot & Key Events

The issue escalates the narrative tension exponentially around the villainous Matriarch and the literal future of the timeline: 

• The Twin Captives: The Matriarch has successfully captured two infants—one being Diana Prince’s future daughter (Trinity), and the other being a baby version of the Matriarch herself. 
• The Ring's Might: Armed with a powerful Green Lantern ring, the Matriarch attempts to steer history to ensure her dystopian future comes to fruition. 
• Trinity's Mistake: In a reckless attempt to stop the villain, a young Trinity uses the black lasso, only to accidentally incapacitate herself, forcing a desperate deal to save her life and allowing the Matriarch to briefly escape.
• Nubia Steals the Spotlight: The definitive highlight of the issue shifts to Queen Nubia. Refusing to allow the Matriarch to leave Themyscira unchallenged, Nubia engages her in an intense, beautifully choreographed hand-to-hand combat sequence that showcases both her lethal tactical intellect and martial prowess.

Issue Specifications

• Street Date: October 21, 2026
• Page Count: 40 pages