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Clock King
The Clock King is the name of three supervillains appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The first Clock King debuted in ''World's Finest Comics'' #111 (August 1960), and was created by France Herron and Lee Elias. The Clock King, primarily William Tockman, have appeared in several media adaptations, such as ''Batman'' (1966), portrayed by Walter Slezak; and Arrowverse TV series, portrayed by Robert Knepper. Additionally, an original incarnation, Temple Fugate, appears in shows set in the DC Animated Universe, voiced by Alan Rachins. Publication history The first Clock King was originally an enemy of Green Arrow. He has no superpowers or abilities. He wears a clock mask, a cape, and a blue suit with clock drawings on it. Clock King is a master planner and sometimes uses clock-themed gadgetry. The Clock King became better known more recently by his appearances in '' Justice League International'' and ''Suicide Squad''. Fictional character biography Willia ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DC Comics
DC Comics (originally DC Comics, Inc., and also known simply as DC) is an American comic book publisher owned by DC Entertainment, a subsidiary of Warner Bros. Discovery. DC is an initialism for "Detective Comics", an American comic book series first published in 1937. DC Comics is one of the largest and oldest American comic book companies, the first comic under the DC banner being published in 1937. The majority of its published stories are set in the fictional DC Universe and feature numerous List of DC Comics characters, culturally iconic heroic characters, such as Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, and the Flash (DC Comics character), Flash; as well as famous fictional teams, including the Justice League, the Teen Titans, the Suicide Squad, and the Legion of Superheroes. The universe contains an assortment of well-known supervillains, such as Lex Luthor, the Joker (character), Joker, Darkseid, and the antihero Catwoman. The company has published non-DC Universe-related mater ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DC Animated Universe
The DC Animated Universe (DCAU, also referred to as the Timmverse or Diniverse by fans) is a Shared universe, shared fictional universe based on DC Comics properties and media franchise produced by Warner Bros. Animation. It began with ''Batman: The Animated Series'' in 1992 and ended with ''Justice League vs. the Fatal Five'' in 2019. The associated media franchise includes theatrical and direct-to-video feature films, shorts, comic books, video games, and other multimedia adaptations. The DC Animated Universe has been praised for its storytelling, voice acting, animation, and maturity, with several of its shows listed among the greatest animated television series of all time. It has also influenced the mainstream DC Comics in various ways, such as introducing new characters, revamped backstories, and character designs. List of DC Animated Universe media While there are many animated projects based upon DC Comics characters, the DC Animated Universe consists of TV series a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Cluemaster
The Cluemaster (Arthur Brown) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly as an adversary of the superhero Batman as well as a recurring enemy of Tim Drake, the third Robin. Cluemaster first appeared in ''Detective Comics'' #351 (May 1966) and was created by Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino. A failed game show host, the character became a criminal who leaves clues to his crimes, but unlike the Riddler's clues, they are not in the form of riddles. He is also the father of Stephanie Brown who became the vigilante Spoiler and later the fourth Robin and third Batgirl. Cluemaster appeared in the second season of the Arrowverse series ''Batwoman'', portrayed by Rick Miller. Ethan Embry portrayed Arthur Brown in '' Gotham Knights''. Publication history Cluemaster first appeared in ''Detective Comics'' #351 (May 1966) and was created by Gardner Fox and Carmine Infantino. Fictional character biography The Cluemaster starts his criminal cam ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Major Disaster
Major Disaster (Paul Booker) is a former DC Comics supervillain and reluctant amoral superhero. Publication history Major Disaster first appeared in ''Green Lantern'' (volume 2) #43, and was created by Gardner Fox and Gil Kane. Fictional character biography Paul Booker is a low-level crook who accidentally discovers the secret identities of Green Lantern and the Flash after finding Thomas Kalmaku's casebook. He then becomes a criminal using devices that can create natural disasters and protect him from them. Despite having his memories erased, Major Disaster continues to battle Green Lantern and allies with Epoch. Major Disaster later learns that he has gained his devices' power innately, but is slowly dying due to their effects. He joins the Injustice League, eventually reforms, and becomes a founding member of Justice League Antarctica. After returning to crime, Major Disaster makes a deal with Neron to gain enhanced powers in exchange for his soul. Furthermore, he joins the S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chase (comics)
''Chase'' is a comic book series published by DC Comics. It was written by Dan Curtis Johnson, illustrated by J.H. Williams III and inked by Mick Gray. It lasted ten issues (including a special DC One Million, #1,000,000 issue). The character of Cameron Chase first appeared in ''Batman'' #550 (January 1998) written by Doug Moench and drawn by Kelley Jones. The Batman appearance was used to promote the upcoming series. The original ''Chase'' series was reprinted in graphic novel form in December 2011. Fictional character biography The series focused on Cameron Chase, an agent of the Department of Extranormal Operations tasked with monitoring and neutralizing metahuman threats to national security. A New York City resident and former private detective, Chase was recruited by Mister Bones, Director Bones, head of the DEO's Northeastern division. Cameron was the eldest daughter of Walter Chase. Walter led a secret second life as the little-known hero called the Acro-Bat who led a te ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Firehawk (comics)
Fadeaway Man Fadeaway Man is the name of several characters appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Fadeaway Man was created by writer Len Wein and artist Rich Buckler, and first appeared in ''Detective Comics'' #479 (1978). Anton Lamont Anton Lamont is a professor and member of the Secret Society of Super Villains who wields the Cloak of Cagliostro which enables him to become invisible and intangible. Leo Lamont Leo Lamont is the grandson of Anton Lamont. Failsafe Failsafe was created by writer Chip Zdarsky and artist Jorge Jiménez, and first appeared in ''Batman'' (vol. 3) #125 (September 2022). Failsafe is an android who Batman created to stop him should he ever go rogue. He is kept in the Batcave for years until the Penguin frames Batman for murder. Believing Batman to have turned evil, Failsafe battles him and is temporarily possessed by Batman's Zur-En-Arrh persona who transforms his body to resemble Batman. It was revealed that Failsafe cloned Bruc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Booster Gold
Booster Gold (Michael Jon "Booster" Carter) is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Dan Jurgens, the character first appeared in ''Booster Gold (comic book), Booster Gold'' #1 (February 1986) and has been a member of the Justice League. He is initially depicted as a glory-seeking showboat from the future, staging high-publicity heroics through his knowledge of historical events and futuristic technology. Carter develops over the course of his publication history and through personal tragedies to become a hero weighed down by his reputation. The character has been portrayed in live action television by Eric Martsolf in ''Smallville'' and by Donald Faison in the seventh season of the Arrowverse series ''Legends of Tomorrow''. Additionally, Tom Everett Scott, Diedrich Bader, and Bruce Timm have voiced Booster Gold in animation. The character will appear in an upcoming Booster Gold (TV series), self-titled television series on Max (streamin ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Metropolis (comics)
Metropolis is a fictional city appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, best known as the home of Superman and his List of Superman supporting characters, closest allies and some of his List of Superman enemies, foes. First appearing by name in ''Action Comics'' #16 (Sept. 1939), Metropolis is depicted as a prosperous and massive city in the Northeastern United States, in close proximity to Gotham City. In recent years, it has been stated to be located in New York (state), New York. The co-creator and original artist of Superman, Joe Shuster, modeled the Metropolis skyline after Toronto, where he was born and lived until he was ten. Since then, however, the look and feel of Metropolis has been greatly influenced by New York City.Bridwell, E. Nelson. "Metropolis Mailbag," ''Superman'' #306 (Dec. 1976). Within the DC Universe, Metropolis is depicted as being one of the largest and wealthiest cities in the world, having a population of 11 million citizens. In add ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sonar (comics)
Sonar is the name of three fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Publication history The Bito Wladon version of Sonar first appeared in ''Green Lantern'' (vol. 2) #14 and was created by John Broome and Gil Kane. Fictional character biography Bito Wladon Bito Wladon is a resident of the small Balkan nation of Modora who is ostracized due to his parents being deaf. In response, he develops the "nucleo-sonic motor", which can manipulate sound, and becomes a supervillain and enemy of Green Lantern. Sonar is later defeated and stripped of his technology. However, he is proud of his newfound notoriety. The people of Modora show their gratitude to Green Lantern by creating a Modoran postage stamp for the hero, which he gives to Thomas Kalmaku to complete his stamp collection. Sonar later escapes prison by exploiting a legal loophole, murders Modora's royal family, and replaces them as ruler. Sonar is reintroduced in "The New 52" continuity r ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Maxwell Lord
Maxwell Lord IV is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character first appeared in ''Justice League'' #1 (May 1987) and was created by Keith Giffen, J. M. DeMatteis, and Kevin Maguire (artist), Kevin Maguire. Maxwell Lord was originally introduced as a shrewd and powerful businessman who was an ally of the Justice League and was influential in the formation of the Justice League International, but he later developed into an adversary of Wonder Woman and the Justice League. The character made his cinematic debut in the 2020 DC Extended Universe film, ''Wonder Woman 1984'', portrayed by Pedro Pascal. A new iteration portrayed by Sean Gunn will appear in the upcoming DC Universe (franchise), DC Universe (DCU) film ''Superman (2025 film), Superman'' and the Peacemaker season 2, second season of the television series ''Peacemaker (TV series), Peacemaker'' (both 2025). Fictional character biography Maxwell Lord IV is the son of Maxwell Lord II ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
