Who Is Akila? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Akila is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 16 comic issue appearances. Akila is an Amazon of the Egyptian tribe of Bana-Mighdall. Former Shim'Tar and best friends with Artemis.

Who is Akila?

Major Story Arcs Red Hood and the Outlaws: Who is Artemis? Artemis and Akila Akila was born and raised in Bana-Mighdall . As a child, she became best friends with Artemis . In their free time, the two were sparring partners, using their free time to hone their skill. During such sessions, Akila won more often than not, proving herself to be the superior fighter. On one such occasion, Artemis cut their training short to focus on her studies, as she wanted to learn as much as she could about the Egyptian Gods. Artemis often spoke of being chosen as the Bana's new Shim’Tar, but believed that Akila would be chosen even though she had no interest in the role. Artemis criticizes her for being disrespectful to the gods and the role of Shim'Tar. Akila however, doesn't care because she doesn't think that the broken colony of Bana-Mighdall has become is not worth protecting, but Artemis firmly believed that her home would be great again.

Key facts

Akila is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "JLApe: Gorilla Warfare! [part 4 of 8]: Amazons and Apes!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 16 recorded issue appearances, Akila ranks among the most featured characters in comics.