Breaking the Panels? More like Breaking the Bust-line, amiright?!! Heyyy-oooo! High-Five?.. Why do I keep getting this cold glare from my girlfriend? Ohh... Anyways, back to business! Who's ready for a womanly beat down?! This week we put too strong willed goddess warriors into the arena together... Let's see what comes out of this one as we meet two women that can beat up any man and still remain a comic fanboy's fantasy! In Marvel's corner, we have the Shield Maiden of Asgard, Sif! In DC's corner, we have the Amazon princess Wonder Woman!
MARVEL
Real Name: Sif
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 425 lbs.
Powers: Superhuman Strength, Speed, Stamina, Durability; Skilled Swordsmanship; Trained Warrior Goddess
Other Known Aliases: Lady Sif
First Appearance: Journey into Mystery #102
Sif is an Asgardian Shield Maiden who is one tough warrior. Too say the least. Deemed by Odin to become Thor's mate, she initially was put off as Thor sought after Jane Foster for some reason. I mean, c'mon Thor! LOOK at Jane Foster! Then look at Sif!
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| Who do YOU think can wield a sword better?! |
And it's not just about the looks, but if you were a near immortal God of Thunder, what logic is there in staying with a mortal who will probably die---- oh yea... she did. So soon after Thor and Sif DID eventually fall in love with each other and it felt as if it were just meant to be. However Sif didn't take too lightly that Thor favored Midgard (Earth) over Asgard. She tried living with him there (several times), but it just wasn't as high class for her. She preferred the majestic realm of Asgard. So if ever there were an attack on Asgard, you best believe that Sif would be there with her enchanted sword swinging through the air. She is a highly trained warrior and deadly with a blade, and an Asgardian force to be reckoned with. Mephisto's Realm hath no fury like a Sif scorned.
DC
Real Name: Diana of Themyscira
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 130 lbs.
Powers: Superhuman Strength, Speed, Stamina, Durability, Reflexes; Flight; Enhanced Senses; Ability to Commune with Animals; Master Combatant, Tactician and Strategist; Wields: Indestructible Gauntlets, Lasso of Truth (a Lasso that forces victims caught within it to tell the truth about anything), and her Boomerang Tiara; Pilots an Invisible Jet
Other Known Aliases: Princess Diana
First Appearance: All Star Comics #8
Wonder Woman was the first child born on Paradise Island in the three thousand year history that the immortal Amazons lived there, she was the daughter of Queen Hippolyta. For those that didn't know, the Greek goddesses drew forth the souls of all women who had been murdered by men. One soul was left behind, the one that would be born as Diana, who would later become Wonder Woman. The Amazons were pretty much shut ins from everyone else, then realized, hmm.. maybe we should send an ambassador of sorts out into "Man's" world. So they held a contest, and naturally Diana won (who participated against the will of her mother). So they gifted her with her outfit, a golden lasso, unbreakable bracelets and an invisible jet.
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| And forever changed women's portrayal through comics (and nerd's weirdest role playing fantasies) |
After some notable achievements through her own series, she is also a founding member of the Justice League of America. She's had a few romantic instances with Kal-El as well. Not to be taken lightly, the introduction of this character has long stood as a symbolic mark that women have just enough (if not more in some cases) of a right to be a comic legend and super hero icon.
THE BATTLE
AS MOST LIKELY TO SEE IN A COMIC ISSUE
AS MOST LIKELY TO SEE IN A COMIC ISSUE
As Lady Sif prepares to leave Asgard, she readies herself for a quest of fulfillment. She crosses the Bifrost Bridge into Midgard. Rumors had spread of a land secluded of man. Sif longed to seek out this race of women to prove herself worthy of her peers, as an Asgardian ever always quests for new challenges. Her investigation leads to a beach. A lone woman stands awaiting her. "I am Princess Diana of Amazon. You can call me 'Wonder Woman'. If you seek the land of Themyscira, you have wasted your time. Turn back, or prepare for battle." Sif unsheathed her sword and smirked.
This battle begins as most do, both opponents showcasing their strength. As far as strength and stamina go, both are evenly matched. Sif has her sword and shield, while Wonder Woman has her lasso and gauntlets. The biggest advantage is Wonder Woman's power of flight. This gives her the upper hand at keeping distance, though this fight will mostly be grounded close quarters combat.
Sif would attempt attacks with her sword, but every swing is met with a block by Diana's gauntlets. Wonder Woman's attempt at using her lasso is met with Sif's shield and sword.
Wonder Woman flies high in the air above and starts to build momentum attacks. The swiftest of flying kicks would send Sif through the air at a great distance. Lucky for her, she is skillfully trained to dodge and counter. She sees this opportunity to make her miss and get some shots in. While highly probable that could happen, it won't go on for long as Wonder Woman will get some return hits. This fight is close and starting to wear on each fighter.
Sif returns to sword combat as Wonder Woman continues to counter each strike. She takes flight to escape any chance of Sif landing a fatal hit. She takes her tiara off and tosses it at Sif trying to cut her. As she throws, she flies toward her as fast as she can. With great speed, she flies around Sif and throws her off guard. Sif swings her sword and Wonder Woman seizes this opportunity to block with her gauntlets and disarming Sif of her sword. While disorienting her opponent, she takes her Lasso of Truth and, with as much resistance as Sif gives, ties her up. Sif can not break free.
"Lady Sif of Asgard. You have fought honorably. Though you could not best me, I find you worthy of our people. Let us battle no more, for we are better utilized as allies. I can sense your feelings, and I know that you feel disgraced, so I shall prove to you your worth. Let us go now. I will allow you to visit Themyscira. However, you must take me to this realm you call Asgard, as I wish to see of such a glorious land that such brave warriors hail from." Sif smiled. Wonder Woman untied her. "Aye, Woman of Wonder. You shall have an agreement."
Sif would attempt attacks with her sword, but every swing is met with a block by Diana's gauntlets. Wonder Woman's attempt at using her lasso is met with Sif's shield and sword.
Wonder Woman flies high in the air above and starts to build momentum attacks. The swiftest of flying kicks would send Sif through the air at a great distance. Lucky for her, she is skillfully trained to dodge and counter. She sees this opportunity to make her miss and get some shots in. While highly probable that could happen, it won't go on for long as Wonder Woman will get some return hits. This fight is close and starting to wear on each fighter.
Sif returns to sword combat as Wonder Woman continues to counter each strike. She takes flight to escape any chance of Sif landing a fatal hit. She takes her tiara off and tosses it at Sif trying to cut her. As she throws, she flies toward her as fast as she can. With great speed, she flies around Sif and throws her off guard. Sif swings her sword and Wonder Woman seizes this opportunity to block with her gauntlets and disarming Sif of her sword. While disorienting her opponent, she takes her Lasso of Truth and, with as much resistance as Sif gives, ties her up. Sif can not break free.
"Lady Sif of Asgard. You have fought honorably. Though you could not best me, I find you worthy of our people. Let us battle no more, for we are better utilized as allies. I can sense your feelings, and I know that you feel disgraced, so I shall prove to you your worth. Let us go now. I will allow you to visit Themyscira. However, you must take me to this realm you call Asgard, as I wish to see of such a glorious land that such brave warriors hail from." Sif smiled. Wonder Woman untied her. "Aye, Woman of Wonder. You shall have an agreement."
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THE WINNER: WONDER WOMAN
Sif fought valiantly and bravely... however she was slightly overpowered by Wonder Woman. Diana had a few more advantages over her. Her weapons were far more superior to utilize to gain a step up, while as Sif had just her sword and her brute strength to fight with. Each warrior woman has gained quite a bit of respect for each other, however Wonder Woman wins this battle.
Tune in next week for a VERY special Issue #6! We are releasing a special edition of Breaking the Panels when we have a COUPLE'S fight between cupids and their love birds!
THE TALLY SO FAR:
MARVEL: 3 DC: 2
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