Amanda Waller Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Amanda Waller
Amanda Waller as the White Queen in promotional art for Checkmate. Art by Jesus Saiz.
Publication information
Publisher	DC Comics
First appearance	Legends #1 (November 1986)
Created by	John Ostrander Len Wein John Byrne
In-story information
Full name	Amanda Blake Waller
Species	Human
Abilities	Expert strategist and tactician Skilled martial artist and hand-to-hand combatant Expert markswoman

Amanda Blake Waller, also known as "the Wall", is a character from American comic books published by DC Comics. She first appeared in Legends #1 in 1986. The character was created by John Ostrander, Len Wein, and John Byrne.

Amanda Waller is a very tough and powerful leader in the DC Universe. She often works against superheroes but sometimes helps them. She is known for being the director of the Suicide Squad. This is a special team of former supervillains.

Even though she doesn't have superpowers, Amanda Waller is a high-ranking government official. She uses her intelligence, connections, and strong personality to get things done. Her main goal is often to protect the country. She is also linked to government groups like Checkmate and A.R.G.U.S.. You might have seen her in animated shows or live-action movies and TV series.

Who is Amanda Waller?
Her First Appearances
Amanda Waller's Story
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Who is Amanda Waller?

Amanda Waller is a very important character in the DC Comics world. She is often called "the Wall" because she is so strong and determined. She is known for being in charge of the Suicide Squad. This is a special government team made up of people who used to be villains. They work for the government to earn a second chance.

Waller is a smart and powerful leader. She doesn't have any special powers herself. Instead, she uses her sharp mind and strong will to achieve her goals. She is very good at planning and making tough decisions.

Her First Appearances

The character of Amanda Waller was first shaped by writers John Ostrander and Kim Yale. She first appeared in a comic book called Legends #1 in November 1986.

She quickly became known as the leader of the Suicide Squad. This team takes on very dangerous missions for the government.

Amanda Waller's Story

Amanda Waller in Who's Who in the DC Universe #1 (August 1990). Art by Luke McDonnell and Geof Isherwood.

Amanda Waller was very good at studying politics. She became an assistant to a member of Congress. During this time, she learned about earlier versions of the Suicide Squad.

She then suggested creating a new version of the team to the White House. When her idea was approved, she was put in charge of the new Suicide Squad. She leads the team with a firm hand.