Why Steppenwolf instead of Darkseid?
In the recent movie Justice League, the villain of this part was Steppenwolf. I had previously heard rumors about Darkseid being the villain. (Maybe he'll come in the second installment)
So,
- Why was Steppenwolf brought first as the villain before Darkseid? Is he Darkseid's commander or something?
- He mentioned Darkseid's name in one of his speeches, what is his relation with Darkseid? (considering the speech in which he mentioned Darkseid he also mentions his mother, so I was thinking maybe there's some family relationship)
Best Answer
Why was Steppenwolf brought first as the villain before Darkseid? Is he Darkseid's commander or something?
Steppenwolf is Darkseid's most powerful ally and a new God. He is the leader of his army(parademons and others). He is brought before Darkseid so as to mark the beginning of Darkseid's invasion on Earth, when Darkseid himself would come to fight the Justice League. (see Justice League War)
He mentioned Darkseid's name in one of his speeches, what is his relation with Darkseid?
- Steppenwolf is Darkseid's uncle. When Darkseid kills his own mother, he resurrects Steppenwolf, he made Steppenwolf the commander of his military.
Read this for some insights : http://comicbook.com/dc/2017/11/21/justice-league-history-of-earth-vs-apokolips-explained/
SPOILER
Steppenwolf is powerful, he kills Wonder Woman in DC-New 52 Earth 2.
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Why does Darkseid not like Steppenwolf?
While in Snyder's Justice League, Desaad mentions that Steppenwolf is Darkseid's nephew, not uncle, there are parallels between the betrayal from the comics and in the film. In the DCEU, Steppenwolf challenged Darkseid's right to rule, and that betrayal resulted in his banishment.Why is Steppenwolf in debt to Darkseid?
Steppenwolf was charged by Darkseid to murder the wife of Highfather (the leader of the forces of good on New Genesis), who in return led his forces against Darkseid. During the many battles, Steppenwolf was killed. Highfather became so bloodthirsty that he prayed for a way to end the brutal conflict.Is Steppenwolf the same as Darkseid?
Steppenwolf is a New God who is the younger brother of Heggra (Darkseid's mother) and the uncle of Uxas (Darkseid). He is also a member of Darkseid's Elite.Is Steppenwolf stronger than Darkseid?
However, where does Steppenwolf come into play, and which DC villain is stronger? Darkseid is most definitely the stronger of the two beings, as Steppenwolf serves as Darkseid's general, leading the Parademon armies into battle on his behalf.Darkseid Meets Steppenwolf Scene (4K HDR) | Snyder Cut
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