DC Comics It appeared in 1937 and provided readers of the time with exciting stories in comic format. But everything will change with the Big Bang. action comics And Superman's debut. But DC Comics' most iconic superhero isn't the only one celebrating a long history, having been present on comic book pages for over 80 years.
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The best DC characters from over 50 years of existence
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There are a surprising number of DC Titans created in the early '40s, and these characters continue to be one of the most popular sets of characters to this day. DC characters, many of whom currently appear in games, movies, or an extensive roster of comics, have been around for over 80 years, perhaps more than 80 years.
8 Shazam (Captain Marvel)
Date written: February 1940
- Debut Issue: Whiz Comics #2
- Creators: Bill Parker CC Beck
Initially, Shazam was known as Captain Marvel, a name that stuck with the character for decades until the early 2000s. Captain Marvel was an icon of the '40s and a true representative of the Golden Age of Comics. Shazam is what every kid wants. Becoming a child with the powers of Superman and an ancient Greek god.
However, Captain Marvel was not actually produced by DC Comics, but by Fawcett Comics, which DC later acquired. Captain Marvel was an incredibly popular character at the time of her creation, at one point outselling the first superhero, Superman.
7 aquaman
Date written: November 1941
- Debut Issue: More Fun Comics #73
- Creators: Mort Weisinger, Paul Norris
Originally appearing in a set of DC Comics anthology stories, Aquaman would soon star in his own series, where the Silver Age would give readers a hero who was more than just an underwater man who talked to fish. A founding member of the Justice League. Aquaman is a very interesting character who has probably had the most revisions and strongest evolutions in decades.
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Aquaman was once a joke in the comics world, and people who didn't read his comics would think he was completely stupid. However, in recent years, Aquaman's stardom has grown even further, giving him dominance, grandeur, and heavyweight status as the King of Atlantis.
6 catwoman
Date written: April 1940
- Debut Issue: Batman #1
- Creators: Bob Kane, Bill Finger
Batman's rogues gallery is worth a full list alone considering how iconic these villains are, but few have been as important to Batman's character as Catwoman. A woman who starts out as an enemy and slowly continues to play the role of Batman's conflicted love interest, Catwoman is a star that should never go away, and her complex relationship with Batman is one of the best love-hate romances. To DC Comics.
In addition to his love and rivalry with Batman, this romantic cat of destiny is able to drive his own story, making him one of those rare villains who takes on the role of both an antihero and an occasional hero. Catwoman has been leading her own solo series for decades, fueled by interesting aspects of her tragic personal life and her cunning designs as a master thief.
5 green arrow
Date written: November 1941
- Debut Issue: More Fun Comics #73
- Creators: Mort Weisinger, George Papp
Green Arrow debuted in the same issue that gave birth to Aquaman, giving us a single comic featuring two of DC Comics' most famous and well-written heroes. Robin Hood is a huge inspiration to Green Arrow, and the icon is revitalized in the 21st century as the legendary protector of Star City uses his wealth to help the poor and provide a new lens for progressive superheroes. It's nice to see that.
Green Arrow is an excellent archer with a great personality. Green Arrow's flawed and stubborn beliefs have seen him clash with fellow superheroes over the years, while driving insightful political commentary in the comic book medium as well as creating the Justice League.
4 joker
Date written: April 1940
- Debut Issue: Batman #1
- Creators: Bob Kane, Bill Finger, Jerry Robinson
The Joker's debut is chilling news for many, and some fans may be surprised to learn that Batman's iconic nemesis was actually scheduled to be killed off in his debut issue. However, due to editorial intervention, the Joker has endured for decades, causing great suffering to Batman. The Joker is a menace, the Clown Prince of Crime is known to everyone. Anyone who knows Batman also knows the Joker.
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The Joker should never be underestimated, and his predictable personality has led to the creation of truly evil and powerful variants across the DC multiverse.
The Joker is a character that hasn't been modified much over the decades, and his time as a sadistic psychopath and criminal mastermind with a broken sense of humor has remained consistent. In recent years, the Joker's quirky ways have been replaced by a somewhat edgier version of crime, but his core principles still hold true as an adversary to Batman who has caused him a lot of pain over the years.
3 wonder woman
Date written: October 1941
- Debut Issue: All Star Comics #8
- Creators: William Moulton Marston, H.G. Peter
The most iconic female superhero of all time is undoubtedly Wonder Woman. Wonder Woman is a feminist icon, and her triumphs for female empowerment have made her stand out for decades as a respected and beloved superhero from Themyscira, a paradise island inhabited by Amazon warriors.
Wonder Woman's compassion and warrior spirit are her defining characteristics, and although her most recent changes since her creation have seen her lean more towards a sword-and-shield warrior, her compassion and understanding have never left her. It proved to remain one of her defining heroic traits. Why is she as essential and popular as her Trinity co-stars Batman and Superman?
2 superman
Date written: April 1938
- Debut Issue: Action Comics #1
- Creators: Jerry Siegel, Joe Schuster
Perhaps without Superman there would have been no other superheroes. Superman has directly inspired thousands of heroes and millions of fans, and his debut in 1938 has lived on through an incredible legacy in comics, film, and television. Superman has an exciting backstory and set of abilities that are adapted over and over again to showcase the superhero's undying legacy.
The world needs a Superman, and his ideals of standing up for truth and justice prove that he is a hero to aspire to. His love for the people of Earth and his incredible power of justice show that even God can be gentle, and over the decades his moral standing has remained noble and the same.
1 batman
Date written: March 1939
- Debut Issue: Detective Comics #27
- Creators: Bob Kane, Bill Finger
Few superheroes are as iconic as Batman, who will celebrate his 85th anniversary in 2024. Batman is an icon that has only grown over the years, first starting out with Bob Kane without Bill Finger. He may not be the person he is now. Batman has seen more and more changes take place in his character, giving him a brooding edge that goes well with his cool costume and bat-themed gear.
Bob Kane and Bill Finger's creation of Batman changed the landscape of comics forever, and to this day, Batman is known for having the best supporting characters like Robin and Alfred and the best gallery of Rogues. Batman's lack of superpowers and defiance of willpower shows how this hero can defeat any foe. why? Because he's Batman.
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