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| “ | I come to you as a Queen who is not bound by any truths but instead one who embraces understanding. | „ |
| ~ Nubia to Medusa. |
| “ | And I am Wonder Woman. | „ |
| ~ Nubia in Future State. |
Nubia is a fictional character and superhero from DC comics.
Nubia was the next to assume the title of "Wonder Woman", she is a respected Amazon warrior who previously served as the guardian of Doom's Doorway. After Hippolyta's resignation, Nubia was chosen as the new queen of Themyscira and later became the queen of all Amazons.
She was created by Robert Kanigher and Don Heck, and first appeared in Wonder Woman #204 in February of 1973.
Origin
Earth-One
Princess Nubia, the dark-skinned twin daughter of Queen Hippolyta, was kidnapped by Mars and raised to be a weapon against the Amazons. Nubia was the older twin sister of Diana, and theoretically the next in line to inherit the throne. She confronted Diana (Wonder Woman) in single combat and identified herself as Nubia and claimed the title, raising questions about her true identity. Nubia eventually left the Amazons and returned to her concealed Floating Island. She later challenged Diana for the title of Wonder Woman and defeated a male warrior on Slaughter Island, emphasizing her belief in cherishing life. When Nubia fell ill from a mutated shark's poisoning, Supergirl was sent to retrieve a rare root to cure her.
New Earth
When Nu'Bia meets Diana, she mistakenly calls her by the name of her former queen, Antiope. She reveals herself as a Themyscirian Amazon who won the "Tournament of Grace and Wonder" and became the Amazons' first champion. Nu'Bia's mission was to guard Doom's Doorway, an entrance to the river Styx and the Tartarus Gate on Themyscira. After her time in the underworld, where she met and became the lover of the Zoroastrian god Ahura-Mazda, Nu'Bia aids Wonder Woman in her mission and then returns to the underworld to seek revenge on the demon Ahriman for murdering Ahura-Mazda. The story concludes with Nu'Bia in possession of Ahriman, riding an elevator back to Hades to revive her beloved.
Prime Earth
Nubia, formerly known as Zahavah, was a princess from Madagascar who became an Amazon warrior. She emerged as the last Amazon from the Well of Souls on the same day that Princess Diana of the Amazons was born. Nubia then took on the role of the guardian of Doom's Doorway and later ascended to become the queen of Themyscira and all Amazons.
Powers and Abilies
Powers
- Amazonian Physiology: Nubia possesses the enhanced physical attributes and immortality typical of the Amazons. Her strength, durability, stamina, and agility are all at superhuman levels, making her a formidable warrior.
- Self-sustainability: Like the other Amazons, while in Themyscira, Nubia doesn't need to eat or adhere to habits to regulate herself to remain standing.
- Superhuman Strength: Nubia possesses immense physical strength, surpassing that of a normal human. Her strength allows her to engage in intense combat, overpower opponents, and lift heavy objects with ease.
- Superhuman Durability: Nubia has an enhanced durability that enables her to withstand significant physical impact and damage. She can endure powerful attacks and withstand blows from superhuman opponents.
- Superhuman Stamina: Nubia's stamina is greatly enhanced, allowing her to engage in strenuous physical activity for extended periods without tiring. She can fight for long durations without experiencing fatigue.
- Superhuman Agility: Nubia possesses incredible agility, reflexes, and coordination. She can perform acrobatic maneuvers, dodge attacks with precision, and swiftly move in combat.
- Animal Empathy: Like Diana, Nubia has this ability, often seen alongside lions as if they were pets and sometimes controlling falcons.
- Flight: Nubia is occasionally portrayed as having the ability to fly, as observed in DC Festival of Heroes: The Asian Superhero Celebration. She appears to share the characteristic with Hippolyta and Diana, not requiring assistance like other Amazons.
- Immortality: As an Amazon, Nubia does not age and is effectively immortal. She does not suffer from the effects of time and remains in her prime physical condition indefinitely.
Abilities
- Advanced Hand-to-Hand Combat: Nubia is highly skilled in hand-to-hand combat and holds the record for the most knockouts in the Victor's Circle. She utilizes her training to efficiently and effectively subdue opponents.
- Swordsmanship: Nubia is a proficient swordswoman, demonstrating exceptional skill and technique with a blade.
- Archery: Nubia has honed her archery skills and is skilled at using a bow and arrows with precision and accuracy.
- Equestrianism: Nubia is an accomplished horse rider and has a deep connection with her mare, Nia.
- Spear Proficiency: Nubia is proficient in wielding spears as weapons, displaying skill and finesse in their usage.
- Deception: Nubia possesses the ability to employ deception as a strategic tactic, using it to outmaneuver her opponents.
- Indomitable Will: Nubia possesses a strong will and determination, allowing her to overcome challenges and persevere in difficult situations.
- Leadership: Nubia has demonstrated leadership qualities and can effectively lead and inspire others.
- Diplomacy: As the Queen of the Amazons, Nubia was the most likely candidate and has a certain level of expertise in this area. She possesses the ability to mediate conflicts and strengthen alliances.
- Tactical Analysis: Nubia has the ability to devise complex combat strategies, orchestrating better decisions for the other Amazons to ambush in warfare.
- Military Protocol: Nubia excels in military protocols, contributing to operational efficiency.
- Music: During her time as the guardian of Doom's Doorway, Nubia learned to play the lyre, using music as a means to pass the time and find solace.
Paraphernalia
- Golden Crown: Nubia wears a golden crown as a symbol of her authority and position.
- Lion Totem: Nubia possesses a lion totem, which represents her connection to the lion and grants her additional powers related to it.
- Teletransportation: After the crisis, Nubia could travel between different continents, worlds, or planes of existence through portals projected from her armor bearing the lion insignia.
- Lyre: Nubia is skilled in playing the lyre, a stringed musical instrument that she uses for recreation and relaxation.
- Royal Scepter: Nubia wields a royal scepter, a symbol of her status and authority as a leader.
- Sekhmet's Amulet: Nubia possesses an amulet associated with the Egyptian goddess Sekhmet, which grants her additional powers related to Sekhmet's domain.
Transportation
- Azuri the Cheetah (Deceased): Nubia used to have a cheetah companion named Azuri, which she utilized as a means of transportation and a trusted ally.
- Nia, her mare: Nubia's preferred mode of transportation is her loyal mare named Nia, with whom she shares a strong bond.
Weapons
- Bow and Arrows: Nubia is skilled in archery and utilizes a bow and arrows as ranged weapons in combat.
- Staff of Understanding: Nubia wields a staff with various abilities and functions, allowing her to defend herself and engage in combat with versatility.
- Electro-Blast: Nubia has the power to generate and project electrical energy as an offensive ability.
- Sword: Nubia wields a sword as a close combat weapon, utilizing her swordsmanship skills to deliver precise and powerful strikes.
These details further highlight Nubia's prowess as an Amazon warrior and showcase the range of her abilities and equipment in battle.
Other Media
- In the Wonder Woman tv series, she was intended to appear before the show was moved from ABC to CBS.
- Nubia is a playable character in the videogame Multiversus. She's voiced by Kimberly Brooks.
Trivia
- She is the first African American superheroine from DC, debuting in 1973, not Bumblebee (Karen Beecher), who appeared three years later in 1976.
- Nubia was meant to feature in the Wonder Woman TV series (1975) but ended up being excluded. Nevertheless, the character made appearances in merchandise, showcasing a gladiator costume and strands of white hair.
- As of DC Rebirth, Nubia is a lesbian. She may have been so before, but her lack of significant romantic engagements prior Rebirth don't reveal any sexual orientation.
- It should be noted however that due to lack of males in Themyscira, same sex romances are not uncommon among Amazons.
- Nubia holds the record for the most knockout victories in the secret fighting ring of Themyscira called the 'Circle of Victors'.
- Nubia was introduced in the game Multiversus, this is the first time she is heard speaking, played by Kimberly Brooks.
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