How did the New 52 Wonder Woman comics use darker mythological stories?

When DC Comics launched its "New 52" initiative in 2011, writer Brian Azzarello and artist Cliff Chiang revitalized the Wonder Woman title by shifting the focus away from traditional superhero tropes—such as invisible jets—and toward the character's deep roots in Greek mythology.1

This creative direction utilized darker, more mature narrative tones that drew inspiration from the storytelling style of DC’s Vertigo imprint, most notably Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman. By centering the series on these mythic origins, the creative team crafted a gritty, atmospheric exploration of the gods and the Amazon princess that stood apart from standard superhero fare.1