1) Circe
Greek mythology is integral to Wonder Woman’s backstory, and as this will be her first solo movie in live action, it’s likely that the main villain will share these same roots. Ares is certainly a strong contender for this, but I would have to put money on Circe taking on the role of big bad. The Ancient Greek sorceress is one of Diana’s strongest enemies and her unique range of abilities would certainly challenge the Amazonian Princess beyond a basic fist fight.
Teleportation, illusion-casting, transmogrification… Circe is incredibly strong, able to even transform herself into an enhanced warrior that can match Wonder Woman’s every move. Diana needs to prove why the long wait for her live action debut was ridiculous, and fight scenes between her and Circe could certainly rival anything that Batman V Superman has to offer.
Rumours that Eva Green is in the running for this role are exciting indeed, as it’s harder to imagine anyone better suited to play the seductive siren. If you need convincing, just watch 300: Rise of an Empire, but don’t blame me when you come away realizing that Green was the only good thing in it.
Finally, it’s also worth noting that if DC ever wish to lighten up and add some humour to their films, they could always take inspiration from that one episode of Justice League Unlimited where Circe turned Wonder Woman into a pig. A Wonder Pig, if you will.
I should probably back away slowly now…