Inspired in the
successful line of action figures, Ame-Comi Girls is a new digital
initiative by DC Comics featuring the most popular female characters
of its line-up in adventures outside the New 52, all in manga-esque
style. As a prelude of what will eventually become an ongoing
series, Wonder Woman is the first to debut in a three-part weekly
mini-series.
Palmiotti and Gray
take good care in telling a whole origin story for the amazon
princess, and they clearly have fun doing it; they can go anywhere
they want to with the character and not be restricted by pesky
continuity. This Diana brings her warrior side to the forefront, and
she means business. Amanda Conner is the ideal artist for this
project with her fun and expressive style.
As a product, the comic has many things in its favor: The digital
format with its widespread layout, makes it feel as if one is at the
movie theater. The short and sweet story with a weekly delivery is a
huge plus: If you like a mini, you don't have to wait forever; if
you don't like it, it will be over soon. Finally, the time DC is
taking on building its own Ame-Comi world before jumping to the
ongoing series, is time and effort well invested. Overall, the mini
is a great start for this entertaining initiative.