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V'lana

V'lana was an insurgent Queen of Xebel, an underwater kingdom located in Dimension Aqua. She opposed Queen Mera in a plot that resulted in her own death.


Val-El

Val-El is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.. He first appears as a statue in ''Superboy'' #136 (January 1967), with his background being explored in ''Krypton Chronicles'' #1-2 (September–October 1981). Val-El was a Kryptonian explorer and member of the House of El. He discovered the lands that would later become known as Bokos, Vathlo and Lurvan. A statue of Val-El holding a ship's wheel was erected and placed within the House of El family memorial vault on Krypton. The statues were transformed into
Kryptonite Kryptonite is a fictional material that appears primarily in Superman stories published by DC Comics. In its best-known form, it is a green, crystalline material originating from Superman's home world of Krypton (comics), Krypton that emits a u ...
during Krypton's destruction before being plated with protective lead and transferred to Rokyn.


Val-El in other media

Val-El appears in ''
Krypton Krypton (from 'the hidden one') is a chemical element; it has symbol (chemistry), symbol Kr and atomic number 36. It is a colorless, odorless noble gas that occurs in trace element, trace amounts in the Earth's atmosphere, atmosphere and is of ...
'', portrayed by
Ian McElhinney Ian McElhinney (born 30 June 1948) is a Northern Irish actor and director. He has appeared in many television series in a career spanning more than forty years; notable appearances include ''Taggart'', '' Hornblower'', ''Cold Feet'', and ''The ...
. This version is a scientist, a member of the House of El, and Seg-El's grandfather. Later in the series, he becomes the leader of a resistance against
General Zod General Zod is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly as an List of Superman enemies, adversary of the superhero Superman. The character, who first appeared in ''Adventure Comics'' #283 (April 1961), was ...
.


Vicki Vale


Janosz Valentin


Lazlo Valentin


Jean-Paul Valley


Valerie van Haaften

Valerie van Haaften is a
supervillain A supervillain, supervillainess or supercriminal is a major antagonist and variant of the villainous stock character who possesses Superpower (ability), superpowers. The character type is sometimes found in comic books and is often the primary ...
in the
DC Universe The DC Universe (DCU) is the shared universe in which most stories in American comic book titles published by DC Comics take place. In context, the term "DC Universe" usually refers to the main DC Continuity (fiction), continuity. It contains v ...
who took the name the Puzzler. The character, created by
Geoff Johns Geoffrey Johns (born January 25, 1973) is an American comic book writer, screenwriter, and film and television producer. Johns's work on the DC Comics characters Green Lantern, Aquaman, Flash (comics), Flash, and Superman has drawn critical accl ...
and
Pascual Ferry Pasqual Ferrándiz Arroyo (born March 24, 1961), known by the pen-name Pasqual Ferry (sometimes credited as Paschalis, Pascual or Pascal Ferry), is a Spanish comic book artist and penciller. Biography Ferry was interested in comics from an early ...
, first appeared in ''
Superman Superman is a superhero created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, which first appeared in the comic book ''Action Comics'' Action Comics 1, #1, published in the United States on April 18, 1938.The copyright date of ''Action Comics ...
'' (vol. 2) #187 (December 2002). Valerie van Haaften is a
Superman Superman is a superhero created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, which first appeared in the comic book ''Action Comics'' Action Comics 1, #1, published in the United States on April 18, 1938.The copyright date of ''Action Comics ...
fan who attempted to join a number of superhero groups in order to meet him. She eventually decides to become a villain called the Puzzler to get his attention. Later, she is hired by
Intergang Intergang is a fictional organized crime syndicate appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Armed with technology supplied by the villainous New Gods of the planet Apokolips, they consistently appear as enemies of Superman. Inter ...
to assassinate
Superman Superman is a superhero created by writer Jerry Siegel and artist Joe Shuster, which first appeared in the comic book ''Action Comics'' Action Comics 1, #1, published in the United States on April 18, 1938.The copyright date of ''Action Comics ...
.


Powers and abilities of Valerie van Haaften

As the Puzzler, Valerie van Haaften's body was composed of living "puzzle pieces".


Andrew Van Horn


Raphael van Zandt


John Vance

John Vance is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. An earlier version of Batman Junior made one appearance in ''
Detective Comics ''Detective Comics'' (later retitled as ''Batman Detective Comics'') is an American comic book series published by Detective Comics, later shortened to DC Comics. The first volume, published from 1937 to 2011 (and later continued in 2016), is ...
'' #231 (May 1956), in a story written by
Edmond Hamilton Edmond Moore Hamilton (October 21, 1904 – February 1, 1977) was an American writer of science fiction during the mid-twentieth century. He is known for writing most of the Captain Future stories. Early life Born in Youngstown, Ohio, he ...
, with art by
Sheldon Moldoff Sheldon "Shelly" Moldoff (; April 14, 1920 – February 29, 2012) was an Americans, American comics artist best known for his early work on the DC Comics characters Hawkman and Hawkgirl, and as one of Bob Kane's primary "ghost artists" (unc ...
. In the story, Batman Junior is John Vance, a boy who once helped
Batman Batman is a superhero who appears in American comic books published by DC Comics. Batman was created by the artist Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger, and debuted in Detective Comics 27, the 27th issue of the comic book ''Detective Comics'' on M ...
as his sidekick long before
Robin Robin most commonly refers to several species of passerine birds. Robin may also refer to: Animals * Australasian robins, red-breasted songbirds of the family Petroicidae * Many members of the subfamily Saxicolinae (Old World chats), inclu ...
(
Dick Grayson Richard John "Dick" Grayson is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly in association with Batman, Teen Titans and Justice League. Created by writer Bill Finger and artist Bob Kane, he first appeared in ' ...
at the time) had arrived. John re-enters Batman's life to solve yet another case, making Robin feel that he is about to be replaced. Apart from a reprint of the story in ''Batman'' #185 (October–November 1966), John Vance has not reappeared since.


Fredric Vaux

Fredric Vaux is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.. The character, created by
Paul Levitz Paul Levitz (; born October 21, 1956) is an American comic book writer, editor and executive. The president of DC Comics from 2002 to 2009, he worked for the company for over 35 years in a wide variety of roles. Along with publisher Jenette Kahn ...
, first appeared in ''Adventure Comics'' #463. Fredric Vaux is an enemy of the Justice Society of America.


Brenda Del Vecchio

Brenda Del Vecchio is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by writers
Keith Giffen Keith Ian Giffen (November 30, 1952 – October 9, 2023) was an American comics artist and writer. He was known for his work for DC Comics on their ''Legion of Super-Heroes'' and ''Justice League'' titles as well as for being the co-creator of ...
and John Rogers and artist
Cully Hamner Cully Hamner (born March 7, 1969) is an American comic book artist, known for his work on such books as '' Green Lantern: Mosaic'', '' Blue Beetle'', ''Black Lightning: Year One'', and ''Detective Comics''. He is the co-creator and illustrator of ...
, she first appeared in ''
Infinite Crisis "Infinite Crisis" is a 2005–2006 comic book storyline published by DC Comics, consisting of an eponymous, seven-issue comic book limited series written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Phil Jimenez, George Pérez, Ivan Reis, and Jerry Ordway, ...
'' #3 (February 2006). Brenda Del Vecchio is a friend of
Blue Beetle Blue Beetle is the name of three superheroes appearing in a number of American comic books published by a variety of companies since 1939. The most recent of the companies to own rights to Blue Beetle is DC Comics, which bought the rights to the ...
(Jaime Reyes) and Paco Testas, and the niece of the crime lord
La Dama L-Ron L-Ron is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. The character was created by writers Keith Giffen and J. M. DeMatteis, and first appeared in ''Justice League International'' #14 (June 1988). L-Ron i ...
.


Ventriloquist


Floyd Ventris


Vext

Vext is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.. He was created by
Keith Giffen Keith Ian Giffen (November 30, 1952 – October 9, 2023) was an American comics artist and writer. He was known for his work for DC Comics on their ''Legion of Super-Heroes'' and ''Justice League'' titles as well as for being the co-creator of ...
and the star of a short-lived 1999 comic book series, also called Vext, published by DC Comics. The series was written by Keith Giffen, pencilled by Mike McKone, inked by Mark McKenna, lettered by Bob Lappan, and colored by
Lovern Kindzierski Digital Chameleon was a comic book coloring, inking, and lettering studio based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Working for clients such as DC/Vertigo, Marvel, Defiant, Topps, Dark Horse, Eclipse, First, Image, and Malibu, Digital Chameleon ...
with separations by
Digital Chameleon Digital Chameleon was a comic book coloring, inking, and lettering studio based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Working for clients such as DC/Vertigo, Marvel, Defiant, Topps, Dark Horse, Eclipse, First, Image, and Malibu, Digital Chameleon ...
for all six issues (with guest inker
Andy Lanning Andy Lanning is an English comic book writer and inker, known for his work for Marvel Comics and DC Comics, and for his collaboration with Dan Abnett. Career Lanning works primarily at Marvel Comics and DC Comics as an inker. He has also pencil ...
filling in on issue 4). The series was the last one edited by
Kevin Dooley Kevin Dooley (born January 7, 1953) is a former editor at DC Comics. Biography During his time at DC, he served as the assistant editor to Andy Helfer, and then took over many of the titles following Helfer's promotion. Dooley edited the variou ...
before he left comic books and was assisted by Harvey Richards.


Vibe


Vicious

Vicious is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Vicious is a criminal who is an expert at wielding knives and daggers. She was recruited to be a member of a mercenary team called the Ravens alongside Pistolera. Vicious later appeared as a member of
Alexander Luthor Jr. Alexander Luthor Jr. is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by DC Comics. The son of Earth-Three's Lex Luthor, he played a large role in the ''Crisis on Infinite Earths'' and ''Infinite Crisis'' events. Publication history ...
's
Secret Society of Super Villains Secret Society of Super Villains (SSoSV) is a DC Comics title that debuted in May–June 1976. The series presented a group of DC's supervillains, mostly foes of the Justice League, Justice League of America. The series was cancelled with issue #1 ...
.


Vidar


Vigilante


Viking Prince


Virtue

Virtue (Holly Fields) is a fictional
superhero A superhero or superheroine is a fictional character who typically possesses ''superpowers'' or abilities beyond those of ordinary people, is frequently costumed concealing their identity, and fits the role of the hero, typically using their ...
ine in
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 seri ...
. She first appeared in ''The Movement'' #1 (July 2013), and was created by
Gail Simone Gail Simone (born July 29, 1974) is an American writer best known for her work in comics on DC Comics, DC's ''Birds of Prey (comics), Birds of Prey'', ''Batgirl'', Dynamite Entertainment's Red Sonja, and for being the longest running female write ...
and
Freddie Williams II Freddie E. Williams II (born May 30, 1977) is an American comic book artist. Williams entered the comic scene in 2005, when he began work with DC Comics on ''Seven Soldiers: Mister Miracle''. He has since gone on to work on several crossover se ...
. Virtue is a member of the eponymous Movement and a
metahuman In the DC Universe, a metahuman is a human with superpowers. The term is roughly synonymous with the terms '' mutant'', '' inhuman'' and '' mutate'' in the Marvel Universe and '' posthuman'' in the Wildstorm and Ultimate Marvel Universes. In ...
who can manipulate and draw power from emotions. This enables her to increase her physical strength, fly, and become intangible.


Virtue in other media

An original incarnation of Virtue, Cecile Horton, appears in the ninth season of ''
The Flash The Flash is the name of several superheroes appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by writer Gardner Fox and artist Harry Lampert, the original Flash first appeared in ''Flash Comics'' #1 (cover date, cover-dated Jan ...
'', portrayed by
Danielle Nicolet Danielle Nicolet (born Danielle Diggs; November 24, 1973) is an American actress known for roles on ''3rd Rock from the Sun'' (1996–2001), '' Second Time Around'' (2004–05), '' The Starter Wife'' (2008), ''Family Tools'' (2013), '' Born Agai ...
.


Carla Viti

Carla Viti is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Carla Viti was
Carmine Falcone Carmine Falcone is a villain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, portrayed as a powerful Italian-American mob boss, an List of Batman family enemies, enemy of Batman, and an acquaintance of the Wayne family. He has also been ...
's sister who leads the family's branch in Chicago. She is the mother of Johnny Viti and Lucia Viti. Carla was later killed by Holiday.


Carla Viti in other media

Carla Viti appears in ''
The Penguin The Penguin (Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly as an adversary of the superhero Batman. The character made his first appearance in ''Detective Comics'' #5 ...
'', portrayed by
Aleksa Palladino Aleksa Palladino (born ) is an American actress, perhaps best known for her lead roles in '' Manny & Lo'', '' The Adventures of Sebastian Cole'', ''Find Me Guilty'', Angela Darmody in the HBO crime series '' Boardwalk Empire'' (2010–2011), Ma ...
. This version is the cousin of Isabella Falcone, the mother of Gia (portrayed by Kenzie Grey), and friend of
Sofia Falcone Sofia Falcone, also known as Sofia Gigante, is a fictional character appearing in DC Comics, primarily in association with the character Batman. Debuting in the 1996–97 comic book limited series '' Batman: The Long Halloween'' by Jeph Loeb and ...
. After contributing to Sofia's father Carmine frame her for the murders of several women, Sofia later kills Carla while Gia is taken to Brookside Children's Home by a social worker.


Johnny Viti

Johnny Viti is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Johnny Viti is the nephew of
Carmine Falcone Carmine Falcone is a villain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, portrayed as a powerful Italian-American mob boss, an List of Batman family enemies, enemy of Batman, and an acquaintance of the Wayne family. He has also been ...
, working as an enforcer for the Falcone crime family.


Johnny Viti in other media

* Johnny Viti appears in ''
The Penguin The Penguin (Oswald Chesterfield Cobblepot) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly as an adversary of the superhero Batman. The character made his first appearance in ''Detective Comics'' #5 ...
'', portrayed by Michael Kelly. This version is Carmine Falcone's cousin-in-law who is later killed by
Sofia Falcone Sofia Falcone, also known as Sofia Gigante, is a fictional character appearing in DC Comics, primarily in association with the character Batman. Debuting in the 1996–97 comic book limited series '' Batman: The Long Halloween'' by Jeph Loeb and ...
. * Johnny Viti appears in '' Batman: Year One''. * Johnny Viti appears in '' Batman: The Long Halloween''.


Paula von Gunther


Valentina Vostok


Vox


Nuidis Vulko


References

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