Peacemaker
Summary
Over the long time , various DC persona , admit Wonder Woman ’s Amazon sister , have remarked that they line up the alias " Peacemaker " for anti - villain Chris Smith somewhat contradictory , given his leaning for violence . However , Peacemaker has of late explain the unrelenting truth behind his opt moniker , making it an undeniably meet name for his role .
InAmazons Attack#5 by Josie Campbell and Vasco Georgiev , Peacemaker leads his own A.X.E. ( Amazon Extradition Entity ) taskforce as he confrontsQueen Nubiaand fellow Amazon , Faruka . With Nubia incapacitate , Peacemaker raises the barrel of a gun against her head , signaling impending force .
This brazen act incite Faruka to challenge Chris on his chosen nickname , questioning , " You call yourself Peacemaker . Do you really believe shooting the Queen of the Amazons is run to bring peace?“Chris counter by emphasizing that his name is Peace - MAKER , not Peace - BRINGER , before proceeding to expatiate on the meaning of his codename .
Peacemaker Means Chris Smith “Makes Peace” By Any Means Necessary
The distinction Chris is drawing between " peacebringer " and " peacemaker " is that , as a Jehovah of peace , he is uncoerced to demonstrate peace of mind through any agency necessary , even if it requires resorting to extreme and violent method to accomplish his goals . He underline this by stating , “ and this is how I make peace , ” before outlining the two options for attain " peace " in this situation . The first option involves arresting Nubia and Faruka in the name of A.X.E. , while the second fee-tail shooting Nubia and then target every other Amazon leader . He underscore that both options will equal peace .
antecedently , many had assumed that the name " Peacemaker " was an extremely ironic name choice , considering how Chris tends to operate . However , with his explanation of the codename ’s true substance , it becomes absolutely perfect for his fury - prone , " do whatever it admit " character , even if Hero of Alexandria such as Faruka are prone to misinterpreting it . Though this conniption was only a duet of panel long , it brilliantly captured the essence of Chris Smith ’s character , making it a moment that both one-time and new lover prize for its succinct clearness occupy Peacemaker .
Peacemaker’s Special Brand of Peace Will Continue to Expand Across Storylines
Considering that Amanda Waller is one of three someone comprisingDC ’s Evil Trinity(read : big bads ) this year and Peacemaker ’s main role is as her right - manus valet de chambre and hired gun , it is n’t surprising that he has been fix appearance across various ongoing storylines . He has already hadrun - ins with Nightwing , Green Arrow , and the Amazons . Hence , it is n’t far - fetched to sham thatPeacemakerwill continue bringing his unique sword of peace of mind to the DC Universe as conflicts between heroes and villains escalate .
Amazons Attack # 5is available now from DC Comics !
AMAZONS ATTACK # 5 ( 2024 )
