War of the Gods

Published in 1991 by DC Comics, 'War of the Gods' was a major crossover event written by George Pérez, with art by George Pérez, Cynthia Martin, and Russell Braun. The storyline spanned four main issues and included tie-ins across several DC titles, such as 'Wonder Woman,' 'Superman: The Man of Steel,' and 'Batman.' The plot centers around a conflict instigated by the sorceress Circe, who manipulates the pantheons of various mythologies into waging war against each other, threatening the balance of the world. Key characters include Wonder Woman, who plays a central role in attempting to resolve the chaos, as well as Superman, Batman, and other members of the Justice League. The series culminated in a showdown that required the heroes to unite the warring gods and stop Circe's plans. 'War of the Gods' was significant for its exploration of mythological themes and its impact on Wonder Woman's character development. The event was part of the celebration of Wonder Woman's 50th anniversary and marked a pivotal moment in her storyline. The crossover consisted of 25 issues in total, including the main series and tie-ins.