With his history of dysfunctional relationships, I’d say Batman isn’t a suitable match for anyone. Sexy and attractive? Sure, but ever since Crisis on Infinite Earths the take on Batman is that all his relationships eventually go sour.

A lot has been made about how Batman’s this dark, brooding loner that women automatically lust after and desire. I understand why a lot of people might like it, but to me it reminds me too much of the a-hole guys who disrespect women and then expect the women to come after them. Not saying that Batman is an a-hole… okay, he can be a jerk quite often, but there’s something pleasing, too, about a story when a nice guy like Steve Trevor (traditionally; in this case Superman) is honest and straightforward about his intentions with the lady he likes.

If you compare Justice League #12 and #13 to the Justice League cartoon, one of them feels like a relationship most people can understand and attest to, in which there’s awkwardness to overcome, people have to talk things out, and in the end they have to find a way to earn the other person’s trust. I thought the cartoon was too much like wish fulfillment: I’m this awesome guy whom all the men are afraid to confront and the resident hottie therefore digs me. Wish fulfillment can be fun (after all, that’s what superhero stories are all about), but overall I thought the cartoon and that Blackest Night story ended up underdeveloping why Wonder Woman would be so persistent to be with Batman other than the fact that he’s Batman and therefore he’s cool.

Anyway, I respect your opinion. For all we know, the Superman and Wonder Woman story might end up sucking, but after two issues I find it working on a level that the cartoon never reached. And I’m guilty of wishing I were Batman plenty of times, too.

This is such a contradictory piece.First off you say WW is from a Pantheon of Gods and that’s why she is not suitablefor Superman but she’s somehow perfect for the street level world of Batman? The woman is a demi goddess now and would kick many of Batman’s foes asses. Lois keeps Superman humble? How bizarre. Go pick up some Superman material starting from Siegal and Schuster to Maggin to new Action Comics. Clark Kent was humble and grounded long before he met Lois.And he has a social consciene hence why he does what he does..both in the newsroom and as Superman. This article sounds like fanfiction than someone who actually reads Superman and Wonder Woman and undertsands them, what they stand for etc.

I could not disagree more. First off the fact that they are the strongest woman and man is in part reason enough to pair the two. In a world where we as humans struggle with gender roles throughout the world, it would be a refreshing site to see two of the most iconic heroes as EQUAL partners. There is no way Lois Lane or a Steve Trevor could ever fill that role as she could not be seen as the physical equal of Superman

The idea of Superman and/or Wonder Woman perhaps someday seeking to rule the world and the restraint they show in that regard is part of what makes what makes them uniquely special 9ths again equal). Superman and Wonder Woman are like gods and also may struggle with human temptations to abuse their power. Like in the example above, living in a world where people abuse their power (wealth, influence , status, etc…) Superman and Wonder Woman can serve as a model for how to respect people –even those weaker than you – and live a life of service to them given the responsibility that having their awesome powers. Again Lois could not be a party to that kind of situation or ever relate to that. Imagine Lois lecturing Superman on why he should not rob a bank…easy for Lois to say because she can’t. In the case of Wonder Woman in the same situation the ability to relate and therefore connect to the situation would make that discussion more powerful.

I totally disagree that Lois Lane is the “perfect fit” for Superman. Your assertion that she is “smart, witty, kind, beautiful, never compromises her morals, and will always seek the truth” can easily be applied to a certain Amazon warrior. But let’s look at the darker side of Lois. Lois can also be described as a bit reckless in her work often putting herself in danger. What happens if Superman has to choose between saving Lois Lane and another person/group of people. Choosing to save Lois would expose an act of selfishness (making him human which is a bad thing that I will explain below). In addition, Lois “creates” a weakness for the Man of Steel by becoming a defenseless target that his enemies can use to sway Superman’s behavior. Plus Lois has not exactly looked kindly upon those who she thinks are not as “strong” (in a general sense) as she…specifically how she ignores Clark Kent. She seems content to be the high school cheerleader who has scored with the star quarterback, and does not notice the loyal “friend” … That is EXACTLY the kind of message I don’t think is very positive. It suggests that women should seek “saviors” and that weak nerds should stay in the background and be content to be a buddy. Finally, having Lois help him “… realize that he is not better than the masses. He is human, at heart…” is a terrible thing. HE IS better than the masses. The fact that he has not taken over the world makes him and Wonder Woman a heck of a lot better than me. The worst thing that Superman could be is human. He IS stronger, faster and much more powerful than a human and therefore must also be wiser. Could Batman and Wonder Woman make a good couple…maybe…but then I would have to write an essay on why Catwoman is a better partner for him… and for similar reasons, two people with similar ability, roles in society and complimentary personalities. Superman and Wonder Woman is a pairing whose time has come and hopefully if written well could become the most iconic comic pairing of all time…even surpassing Lois and Clark.

superman could break lois just as easily as diana can break batman. They need to be with someone tshey can cut loose in if its going to be a real relationship! I know lois and clark will end up together eventually but for now, it’s nice to see superman able to be with someone like himself for a change!