Wonder Woman: Steve Trevor Special #1 (2017) is an action-packed, 32-page one-shot comic book published by DC Comics on June 7, 2017. Written by Tim Seeley with interior artwork by Christian Duce, the standalone issue hit store shelves the exact same week the blockbuster Wonder Woman live-action movie debuted in theaters, serving as a spotlight for Diana's longtime partner and ally.
Detailed Plot & Premise
- The Mission: Titled "The River of Lost Years", the narrative temporarily separates Commander Steve Trevor from Wonder Woman. Acting on behalf of A.R.G.U.S., Steve embarks on a dangerous international black-ops assignment in Cappadocia, Turkey.
- Introducing the Oddfellows: To bridge the gap between the comics and the cinematic universe, this special officially introduces the comic-book versions of Steve’s military squad from the film: Sameer, Charlie, and Chief (collectively dubbed "The Oddfellows").
- The Threat: While exploring an ancient archaeological dig site, the team runs afoul of Saturna—an enchanting mercenary and classic, obscure villain from Wonder Woman's historical rogues' gallery. Saturna has allied herself with a bizarre, modern "meninist" terrorist group known as XY to hijack ancient artifacts and steal a mystical serum belonging to a local woman named Fatma.
- A Hero in His Own Right: Stripped of his GPS tracking and divine superhero backup, Steve must rely purely on his expert tactical training, survival instincts, and the bond with his squad to dismantle the radical cell and foil Saturna's plot entirely on his own.
Critical Style & Reception
- Movie Integration: Critics praised Tim Seeley for seamlessly incorporating the fan-favorite movie dynamics into modern DC comic continuity. Giving Steve an authentic group of comrades allowed the character to display unique banter, leadership, and charm outside of Diana's shadow.
- Visual Tone: Christian Duce’s crisp, clean superhero styling perfectly captured the high-octane military firefights, monster battles, and explosive action sequences required for an espionage-fueled thriller.