Is Steppenwolf related to Darkseid?

Enter Steppenwolf. The name might not have been one that was familiar to you prior to seeing Justice League, but as a New God of Apokolips and the general of Darkseid's Parademon armies, he is definitely not one to be ignored. Oh, and he's also Darkseid's uncle.
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What is Steppenwolf to Darkseid?

Steppenwolf is a New God who is the younger brother of Heggra (Darkseid's mother) and the uncle of Uxas (Darkseid). He is also a member of Darkseid's Elite.
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Is Steppenwolf stronger than Darkseid?

However, where does Steppenwolf come into play, and which DC villain is stronger? Darkseid is most definitely the stronger of the two beings, as Steppenwolf serves as Darkseid's general, leading the Parademon armies into battle on his behalf.
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Why does Steppenwolf serve Darkseid?

Betraying Darkseid is why Steppenwolf is so eager to unite the Mother Boxes and create the Unity. His only way to be allowed back home to Apokolips, and into his master's good graces, is by conquering 50,000 worlds in Darkseid's name.
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What is the difference between Steppenwolf and Darkseid?

In the comics, Steppenwolf is the uncle of Darkseid. But in terms of villainous superiority, Darkseid has always been considered the big bad in the DC Comics, and more powerful than his uncle. Note: If you liked my answer, please upvote and follow me for more related content. Thanks and Cheers!
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What is Darkseid scared of?

Phobia: Incredible as it may seem, Darkseid fears his father, Yuga Khan, more than anything else; Yuga Khan is the one being in the universe far more powerful and evil and was worse of a tyrant than even Darkseid.
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Who is true form Darkseid?

Darkseid's "True Form" or "Godhead" was eventually reconstituted, combining of all of Darkseid's lesser forms, making all of his past aspects become one. In this True Form, Darkseid states his power exceeds what it was before the first crisis.
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Why does Darkseid hate Steppenwolf?

Steppenwolf was charged by Darkseid to murder the wife of Highfather (the leader of the forces of good on New Genesis), who in return led his forces against Darkseid. During the many battles, Steppenwolf was killed. Highfather became so bloodthirsty that he prayed for a way to end the brutal conflict.
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Who stands beside Darkseid?

Biography. Granny Goodness bore witness to Steppenwolf being defeated and killed by the Justice League, standing by Darkseid as Steppenwolf's head rolled to his feet. She was also present in Cyborg's vision and stood near Darkseid while he was on his throne.
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Who is the father of Darkseid?

Yuga Khan otherwise known as Darkseid's father. Yuga Khan's first appearance was in New Gods #17 in 1990. He was known as Zonuz before adopting the name Yuga Khan, and is the first God of Evil.
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Who is Steppenwolfs boss?

The main villain in The Snyder Cut is still Steppenwolf, but he has a boss, and that boss' name is Darkseid.
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Why is Steppenwolf afraid of Superman?

The movie claims Steppenwolf only invades Earth now because Superman is dead, implying hes afraid of Superman, but not of the potential encounter with the Amazons, the Atlanteans, or any of nations army. Superman is, clearly, the most powerful hero, that we have seen, in the DCEU.
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Who is Darkseid's parents?

Darkseid's parents were named Heggra and Yuga Khan. Steppenwolf was Heggra's younger brother, but the family was anything but a functional one.
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Who is stronger Darkseid or Trigon?

Superman almost killed him in Superman the animated series in Legacy Part 2. Darkseid, Trigon has been killed before, meanwhile darkseid hasn't. If it's an avatar of Darkseid then Trigon is far more powerful.
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Who is the strongest DC villain?

Darkseid

Darkseid isn't only the sworn enemy of the Justice League and New Gods…he's the sworn enemy of any who steps in his way. He is the ruler of Apokolips and Apokolips is home to some of the most loyal and evil beings in DC. Darkseid also possesses the Omega-Beams.
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How did Darkseid forget where Earth was?

Zack Snyder explained why Darkseid forgets the location of the Anti-Life equation in response to a fan's question on Vero (via Twitter user @KnightFleck). According to Snyder, it's the injuries Darkseid sustains from battling with Earth's defenders that cause him to forget.
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Who is Darkseid's wife?

Suli was an Apokoliptian scientist and sorceress who eventually married Darkseid in secret, against the wishes of his mother, Queen Heggra.
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Who does Steppenwolf talk to about Darkseid?

DeSaad is an ancient New God who is extremely loyal to Darkseid, acting as one of his closest followers. He is a scientist and one of Darkseid's advisors. He assisted Steppenwolf in his invasion of Earth in 2017.
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How does Steppenwolf betrayal Darkseid?

Steppenwolf was born on Apokolips and served as a General in the armada of Parademons led by Darkseid, his nephew and Lord. However, Steppenwolf betrayed Darkseid to enemies who wanted to seize the throne of Apokolips, but he later turned on the would-be usurpers, defeating them in the hope of correcting his error.
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What race is Steppenwolf?

Steppenwolf is an Apokoliptian general and a member of Darkseid's Elite.
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Who is stronger than true Darkseid?

10 Doomsday

Since Darkseid has beaten Superman time and again, one figures that Doomsday would be a being Darkseid could handle too. The newer DC fans especially believe this after watching Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice, but the truth of the matter is Darkseid has lost to Doomsday.
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What is Darkseid's strongest form?

1 1.

This is Darkseid's most noteworthy power. The Omega Beams are some of the deadliest weapons in all of the DC comics cosmos. They are a form of energy that emits from Darkseid's eyes or hands. These beams are so powerful that they can disintegrate objects or obliterate them with a powerful concussive force.
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Does Darkseid have a son?

Orion is the second son of Darkseid, dictator of Apokolips. He is the half-brother of Kalibak and Grayven.
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