History is filled with marvelous secrets and mysteries just waiting to be uncovered and solved. Some discoveries could change how we see the world and provide a better understanding but some pose a danger to the world and best be left forgotten. When the latter resurfaces after hundreds of years there are two women fit to save the world: Wonder Woman and Lara Croft.
These iconic characters have gone on plentiful adventures facing similar world-ending threats. It wasn't until Stjepan Sejic made some fan art of the two working together that fans demanded more content of the heroines together. After viewing his material, Stjepan has made a compelling case for further team-ups that spark the imagination. Here are ten reasons why we need a Wonder Woman and Lara Croft team-up.
10 They Would Inevitably Cross Paths
Unless this is the type of cross-over where Wonder Woman or Lara Croft end up crossing dimensions, it is safe to assume that their team-up would take place within the same universe. Specifically, one where Lara is already a notable archaeologist and Diana is a superhero working with the Justice League.
Given their tendencies to get involved with magical forces it would only be a matter of time before they bump into each other at some ruins or lost city. There would be a bit of befuddlement from both parties before they wind up fighting a rival organization or ancient monsters together. Of course, this isn't the only arrangement where they'd find one another.
9 Lara's Knowledge Of Other Cultures Will Impress Wonder Woman
If Lara is as famous as she is in her games, then Diana would hear about her adventures and expertise on ancient history. Wonder Woman has a close connection with Greek mythology, but that's not to say she is familiar with mythologies of other cultures. She could seek out the explorer and request her assistance in tracking down a powerful artifact or a lost city.
This is all assuming that Justice League Dark isn't busy or if Wonder Woman believes that this is a mild threat when in reality this is a force of cataclysmic proportions. Either way, Lara would take on the challenge and join the Amazon.
8 Lara's Experience In Fighting Will Come In Handy
Wonder Woman's power set is practically common knowledge and more than enough to take care of herself, but what about Lara? She's good at puzzle-solving, climbing, and handy with a firearm, but is that enough? The answer to that is yes.
Using these skills, she has survived firefights against groups of mercenaries, beaten dinosaurs, and survived the harshest of environments with brutal injuries. Wonder Woman may seem invincible but even she isn't immune to poisons and bullets. She'll need Lara to back her up and administer a makeshift antidote if it comes down to it.
7 Diana's Godlike Combat Prowess Can Back Up Lara
Lara's persistence is almost a superpower in its own right but she is still human. Wonder Woman is a demigod that's tough enough to hold her own against Superman. Bullets can only get the explorer so far and when that happens, Wonder Woman will have to step in.
That's not to say Lara can't provide supporting fire but if they are facing off against a creature like Cerberus or the Hydra, it will come down to Wonder Woman to save the day. Or at least provide a suitable distraction for Lara.
6 They're Two Of The Most Empowering Female Icons Of All Time
While there has been progress with the inclusion of empowering female icons in pop culture like Harley Quinn, Eleven, and Captain Marvel, these efforts haven't reached the same level of fame as Lara Croft and Wonder Woman.
What better way to show that an all-girl team-up can work than by having Lara and Diana joining forces? The two characters have years of material from their respective franchises that could be pulled from to craft an interesting story. Regardless of what medium is used to tell the story, people will enjoy it.
5 They Would Make An Awesome Movie
If they were to make a movie of this crossover, it would be a blockbuster hit. If Patty Jenkins' Wonder Woman can achieve critical and financial success with its take on Diana, then a movie starring her and Lara Croft can work too. Films like John Wick and Kingsman have shown how far movies have come in replicating the feel of a video game. In fact, a crossover movie could faithfully recreate the action of the Tomb Raider games better than the actual Tomb Raider movies.
Plus, the idea of a female duo would be a refreshing take for movies and guaranteed to generate hype online. With the right director and writer, this could make for an epic piece of cinema.
4 They Would Make An Awesome Game
Hoping for a crossover film might be asking too much but video games are actually more plausible. The recent reboot of Tomb Raider has been a hit so far and Wonder Woman is long overdue for a game of her own. If they can make playing Wonder Woman as fun as Batman in the Arkham games or Kratos in the latest God of War, then fans will support this crossover wholeheartedly.
Video games have also made great strides with their storytelling and wouldn't have to worry about the time constraints that movies are limited by. It might be hard to nail down what genre this would fit in, but it's easy to see why this would be a hit.
3 Lara V Greek Mythology
Wonder Woman has a slew of enemies straight out of Greek mythology, which makes sense given how her comics are linked to these stories. If Lara is going to be working with the Amazon, though, then it's likely she will have to face off against someone from Wonder Woman's rogues gallery.
It would be thrilling seeing her try and outfox Ares or fend off one of Circe's Ani-men. Even if she doesn't directly fight them and even if the most she could do would be to say something witty, it would still be fun watching Lara interact with the ancient enemies Wonder Woman's used to. Even more, this supernatural encounter shouldn't be too shocking for Lara, who's become famous for shooting ancient deities and creatures in the face. It's just one of the fun aspects of having properties crossover.
2 Lara Would Love Themyscira
Lara would be blown away if she ever stepped foot onto Themyscira and pleased to mingle with the other Amazons. She'd handle the culture shock easily and would be curious to learn about the Amazons in person.
Her fighting skills may not impress them but her archery and hunting prowess would be able to impress Artemis. By the end of their adventure, Hippolyta might just make her an honorary Amazon. Lord knows she's earned it.
1 They Have A Ton Of Shipping Potential
We all knew this was coming. Stjepan Sejic's artwork is not only beautiful but captures the characterization between Lara and Diana organically. The chemistry feels genuine and makes sense given that the two are battle-worn warriors that have both been brought to the verge of death.
There's no question that the two would admire each other as warriors and it has already been revealed that Wonder Woman is bisexual. They wouldn't even need to mess with the main continuity of they decide to make this an Elseworld series. Bottom line, fans know that there is potential and are dying to see it come true.