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Giganta (Dr. Doris Zeul)

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Giganta (Dr. Doris Zeul) is a fictional supervillain in the DC Comics universe, known for her ability to grow to giant size. First appearing in the modern era in 1996, she is a scientist who transferred her mind into a powerful metahuman body and has become a recurring enemy of Wonder Woman.

Chronological Storyline (36 Milestones)

1944 CE

Original Giganta Debuts in Wonder Woman #9

The original Giganta, an intelligent gorilla named Zool, is transformed into a giant woman by an Amazonian villain. She battles Wonder Woman in her Golden Age debut. #dccomics #vintagecomics

Feb 1, 1947 CE

Giganta Appears in Wonder Woman #28

The original Giganta reappears in a story where she fights Wonder Woman and Steve Trevor. She remains a minor Golden Age foe. #wonderwoman #goldenage

1950 CE

Giganta Joins the Injustice Society

During the Golden Age, Giganta becomes a member of the Injustice Society, a supervillain team, and battles the Justice Society of America. #injusticesociety #jla

1960 CE

Silver Age Revival of Giganta

Giganta is revived in Silver Age comics, appearing in Justice League of America #12 (1962) as a member of the League of Unjustice. She battles the Justice League. #silverage #justiceleague

1972 CE

Appearance in Wonder Woman #200

Giganta appears in a landmark issue of Wonder Woman, part of a gathering of villains. This story is part of the run leading into the 1970s TV series. #wonderwoman #comics

1986 CE

Post-Crisis Crisis on Infinite Earths Cameo

Giganta makes a brief appearance during the Crisis on Infinite Earths event, fighting alongside other villains. This event reboots DC continuity. #crisisoninfiniteearths #dcuniverse

Apr 1, 1996 CE

Modern Giganta Debuts in Wonder Woman #108

Dr. Doris Zeul, a dying scientist, transfers her mind into a healthy metahuman body that can grow to giant size. She becomes the new Giganta, beginning her modern era as a Wonder Woman foe. #wonderwoman #originstory

May 1, 1997 CE

Origin Expanded in Wonder Woman #109-110

The origin of Dr. Doris Zeul is fully detailed in a two-part story. She gains her growth abilities and begins her criminal career, seeking to steal a healing formula. #origin #villain

Sep 1, 1998 CE

Joins the Secret Society of Super Villains

Giganta becomes a member of the Secret Society of Super Villains, appearing in JLA #27. She works alongside other high-profile villains in a scheme against the Justice League. #secretsociety #jla

1999 CE

Appears in JLA: World Without Grown-Ups

Giganta is among the villains who appear in the crossover event where children take over the world. She battles the young heroes. #crossover #dc

2000 CE

Our Worlds at War Tie-In

Giganta appears in the Our Worlds at War story arc, fighting alongside other villains as the world faces an alien threat. #worldswar #dc

2001 CE

Joins the Injustice League in JLA #61

Giganta becomes a member of the Injustice League, a team of villains led by Lex Luthor. She participates in an attack on the Justice League. #injusticeleague #lexluthor

2002 CE

Obsidian Age Arc in JLA

Giganta is part of the villainous group that takes advantage of the Justice League's absence during the Obsidian Age storyline. She battles the new reserve members. #obsidianage #jla

2003 CE

Superman/Batman Series Cameo

Giganta appears in the early issues of the Superman/Batman series, where she is used by Lex Luthor in a plot against the two heroes. #superman #batman

2004 CE

Identity Crisis Background Appearance

Giganta makes a cameo in the Identity Crisis event, which deals with the death of Elongated Man's wife. She is seen among the villains at a meeting. #identitycrisis #dccomics

Apr 1, 2005 CE

Infinite Crisis Involvement

Giganta is a member of the Secret Society of Super Villains led by Alexander Luthor Jr. during the Infinite Crisis event. She fights in the battle against the heroes. #infinitecrisis #secretsociety

2006 CE

52 Series Appearance

Giganta appears in the 52 series, set during the missing year after Infinite Crisis. She is part of a group of villains trying to take advantage of the heroes' absence. #52series #dccomics

2007 CE

Countdown to Final Crisis Cameo

Giganta appears in the Countdown series, which leads into Final Crisis. She is seen in a gathering of villains. #finalcrisis #countdown

2008 CE

Final Crisis Fight

Giganta is among the villains who join forces in the Final Crisis event when Darkseid takes over. She battles the heroes in the final battle. #finalcrisis #darkseid

2009 CE

Justice League: Cry for Justice

Giganta appears in the Cry for Justice miniseries, a story about the Justice League seeking vengeance. She is part of a villainous group. #cryforjustice #justiceleague

2010 CE

Brightest Day Tie-In

Giganta appears in a tie-in issue to the Brightest Day event, which follows Blackest Night. She fights alongside villains against the heroes. #brightestday #dccomics

May 1, 2011 CE

Flashpoint Appearance

In the Flashpoint alternate timeline, Giganta appears as a member of the Amazon army. This event leads to the New 52 reboot. #flashpoint #alternatetimeline

Sep 1, 2011 CE

The New 52 Reboot: New Origin in Wonder Woman #1

With the New 52 relaunch, Giganta is reintroduced with an updated origin. She appears as a scientist who experiments on herself and gains growth powers. #new52 #wonderwoman

Mar 1, 2012 CE

Justice League #12: Part of the Crime Syndicate?

Giganta appears in Justice League #12 during the 'Throne of Atlantis' arc. She is used by Ocean Master as a pawn. #justiceleague #throneofatlantis

Feb 1, 2013 CE

Justice League of America #1: Secret Society

Giganta becomes a founding member of the new Secret Society in the Justice League of America series. She battles the new Justice League of America team. #jla #secretsociety

Mar 1, 2014 CE

Forever Evil Tie-In

Giganta appears in the Forever Evil tie-in issues, fighting the Crime Syndicate from Earth-3. She is among the villains who oppose them. #foreverevil #crimesyndicate

Jun 1, 2015 CE

DC You Era: Appears in Wonder Woman

During the DC You imprint, Giganta appears in Wonder Woman #41-44, part of the 'The Bronze Doors' storyline. She faces off against a new threat. #dcyou #wonderwoman

Jun 1, 2016 CE

DC Rebirth Relaunch in Wonder Woman #1

With DC Rebirth, Giganta appears in the new Wonder Woman series, fighting the Amazon in a storyline exploring her past. #dcrebirth #wonderwoman

Jan 1, 2017 CE

Godwatch Storyline in Wonder Woman

Giganta is a key member of the Godwatch, a group of villains led by Veronica Cale, in the Wonder Woman series. She battles Wonder Woman in a multi-issue arc. #godwatch #wonderwoman

Jun 1, 2018 CE

Appears in Justice League: No Justice

Giganta appears in the No Justice event, where the Justice League teams up with villains against a cosmic threat. She is part of the villainous Brainiac's group. #nojustice #justiceleague

Oct 1, 2019 CE

Year of the Villain: Wonder Woman #75

As part of the Year of the Villain event, Giganta features prominently in Wonder Woman #75, where she teams up with other villains to gain power from Lex Luthor. #yearofthevillain #wonderwoman

Apr 1, 2020 CE

Death Metal Appears as an Evil Variant

In the Dark Nights: Death Metal event, an alternate evil version of Giganta appears from the Dark Multiverse. She fights alongside The Batman Who Laughs. #deathmetal #darkmultiverse

Mar 1, 2021 CE

Infinite Frontier Era in Wonder Woman #775

Giganta appears in the Infinite Frontier era, continuing her rivalry with Wonder Woman. She is featured in the anniversary issue #775. #infinitefrontier #wonderwoman

Apr 1, 2022 CE

Trial of the Amazons Tie-In

Giganta appears in the Trial of the Amazons crossover event, facing off against Wonder Woman and the Amazons. #trialoftheamazons #amazons

Oct 1, 2023 CE

DC vs. Vampires Cameo

In the DC vs. Vampires series, an alternate version of Giganta appears as a vampire, adding to the horror-themed universe. #dcvsvampires #alternateuniverse

May 1, 2024 CE

Absolute Power Event

Giganta appears in the Absolute Power event, a storyline involving Amanda Waller and a massive villain assault on the heroes. She is part of the villain army. #absolutepower #amandawaller