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Of all the possible DC characters, yet again one that canonically cannot be trans because of Themyscira.  
https://screenrant.com/dc-new-wonder-woman-trans-dreamer-nia-nal/

DC Unveils New Trans Wonder Woman, And She's Perfect

Nia Nal's evolution from a CW Supergirl newcomer to a staple of DC's Prime Earth continuity is a momentous achievement. Historically, characters jumping from the screen to the page face an uphill battle, as they're often relegated to background cameos or temporary additions. After becoming the first transgender superhero on television, Nia Nal's cultural impact expanded globally when she made history as Fortnite's first openly transgender character during the 2022 Rainbow Royale event. In the comics, Nia's growth has been handled with care, largely guided by her original live-action actress turned comic architect, Nicole Maines.

Far from a niche character, Dreamer has had an important role in multiple storylines, from rewriting realities in Lazarus Planet to serving as the central target manipulated by Amanda Waller in Suicide Squad: Dream Team and Absolute Power. In Justice League Intergalactic Special, Dreamer proved she has the grit and power necessary to stand alongside the world's finest, overshadowing Adam Strange and Green Arrow. Moving directly into the front line of the DC All In initiative, Dreamer's starring role in Justice League: Dream Girls as a Wonder Woman parallel cements her upward trajectory.

I had no idea she was trans but I was baffled at this new character who suddenly showed up from nowhere being such a Mary Sue across so many stories, now I know it was more than just hack modern writers thinking this is how you get people to adore your new shitty character that nobody will use once you're gone.  

But if you're a true ally, you won't buy this:

The Black Comic Alliance, the collective of content creators behind the viral #DCSoWhite campaign, officially announces Stage 2: DCBlackout, a coordinated protest movement calling on readers, supporters, and content creators to withhold financial support as well as cease content creation for DC Comics publishing initiatives until meaningful structural changes are made regarding Black representation in their mainline continuity.

Launched in response to longstanding concerns surrounding the treatment, investment, visibility, and sustainability of Black characters and creators within DC publishing, #DCSoWhite sparked widespread discussion across the comic industry and fan communities. According to the Black Comic Alliance, DCBlackout represents an escalation of that movement after what organizers describe as “continued inaction and performative responses.”

“In almost 50 years, DC has only had 10 Black ongoing series in its mainline continuity, with only 1 surpassing 50 issues, and not a single [title led by a] Black woman. They constantly blame sales, but they’re playing a game with the deck stacked against us. This needs to stop,” – James Portis III, also known as JPenumbra

“DC Comics chose to give a Confederate officer a series before a Black character. Not a good look. Black people only have value to DC Comics during February.”– Ernie Carothers, also known as Blerd Without Fear

The DCBlackout initiative calls for supporters to:

● Post on social media and call for DC Comics to publish 1-3 brand new ongoings for Black heroes in their mainline continuity with strong Black creative teams

● Cancel their pull list subscriptions for all DC titles, including ongoings, mini series, and collected editions, until a Black-led ongoing in mainline continuity is solicited.

● Raise awareness about the fact that digital sales are not valued the same as preorders of single issues

● Push for transparent, long-term commitment and investment to Black representation

● Support Black creators through independent and creator-owned projects

● Encourage industry-wide conversations surrounding equity, visibility, and sustainability

The Black Comic Alliance states that the protest is not rooted in hostility toward fans, creators, or the DC Universe itself, but rather in frustration over what the organization describes as a repeated pattern of underinvestment in Black characters, inconsistent publishing support, and the marginalization of Black creative voices.

Among the concerns cited by the organization are:

● The lack of sustained, ongoing titles led by Black characters in the mainline continuity

● Short-lived initiatives without long-term commitment

● Limited marketing support for Black-led books

● Underrepresentation of Black editorial and creative talent

● Disparities in publishing opportunities, such as not valuing digital sales and not allowing titles to get to trade before cancellation.

“I want to ensure that the comic book readers of the future can see themselves within the pages of DC now and in the next generation,” – Charlie Wilson, also known as Captain Diesel

“The way DC treats its Black characters, especially Black women characters, is something that needs to be addressed. We all deserve better.”– Dr Kaori Knight

The Black Comic Alliance says DCBlackout will remain active until DC Comics publishes a Black-led ongoing in their mainline continuity and gives it promotion on the levels that would show faith in the title and a desire for it to succeed. The lack of transparency on how sales work, as well as the lack of support on display previously, as seen recently with the lack of promotion for The New History of The DC Universe: The Dakota Incident, cannot continue if they wish to say that “Black books don’t sell”.

Supporters can participate in the movement by using the hashtags #DCSoWhite and #DCBlackout across social media platforms and by engaging in discussions surrounding equity and representation within the comic industry.