Mr. Mxyzptlk
Creation & Design
Mr. Mxyzptlk was created as a comedic foil for Superman, embodying the whimsical and chaotic nature of the Fifth Dimension.Early Years
Initially introduced as a mischievous imp who delights in causing trouble for Superman, Mxyzptlk quickly became a recurring character in Superman's adventures.Character Development
Over the years, Mr. Mxyzptlk has evolved from a mere nuisance to a complex character who embodies the themes of chaos and order, often reflecting Superman's own struggles.Cultural Reception
Mr. Mxyzptlk has been well-received as a unique and humorous character in the Superman mythos, often praised for his cleverness and the challenges he presents to Superman.Character Details
Real Name:
Mr. Mxyzptlk
Aliases:
Mxyzptlk
Species:
Fifth Dimensional Imp
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Superman
Abilities:
Reality Warping, Telepathy, Teleportation
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
purple
Hair Color:
green
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Superman #30
DC
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1944
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Vol. 1
1st appearance and origin of Mr. Mxyzptlk
First time Superman references his ability to "fly", previously he was known to leap
1st appearance and origin of Mr. Mxyzptlk
First time Superman references his ability to "fly", previously he was known to leap
Action Comics #80
DC
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1945
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk
1st cover appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk
2nd appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk
1st cover appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk
Superman #33
DC
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1945
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Vol. 1
3rd appearance of Mr. Mxyztplk
Action Comics #151
DC
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1950
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Vol. 1
Early Golden Age super-villain team-up featuring Lex Luthor, the Prankster and Mr. Mxyztplk
Early Golden Age super-villain team-up featuring Lex Luthor, the Prankster and Mr. Mxyztplk
Superboy #78
DC
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1960
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Vol. 1
First meeting of Superboy and Mr. Mxyzptlk
Origin of Superboy
World's Finest Comics #113
DC
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1960
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Miss Arrowette
First team-up of Bat-Mite and Mr. Mxyzptlk
1st appearance of Miss Arrowette
First team-up of Bat-Mite and Mr. Mxyzptlk
Adventure Comics #286
DC
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1961
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Bizarro Kltpzyxm
Action Comics #291
DC
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1962
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Vol. 1
First meeting of Supergirl and Mr. Mxyzptlk
Superman #11
DC
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1987
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Vol. 2
1st modern appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk
Superman #50
DC
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1990
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Vol. 2
Clark Kent proposes to Lois Lane, she accepts
Marvel/DC crossover: Mr. Mxyzptlk reveals himself to also be Marvel’s Impossible Man and claims he needs to visit his ‘four friends’
Quote 'Oops, sometimes it's just IMPOSSIBLE to remember what I look like from world to world’
In this issue, he confronts a group of heroes dressed in blue using dialogue from the Impossible Man's first appearance (Fantastic Four #11 - 1963)
Clark Kent proposes to Lois Lane, she accepts
Marvel/DC crossover: Mr. Mxyzptlk reveals himself to also be Marvel’s Impossible Man and claims he needs to visit his ‘four friends’
Quote 'Oops, sometimes it's just IMPOSSIBLE to remember what I look like from world to world’
In this issue, he confronts a group of heroes dressed in blue using dialogue from the Impossible Man's first appearance (Fantastic Four #11 - 1963)
Superman #160
DC
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2000
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Vol. 2
1st appearance of Scorch
Beginning of the Emperor Joker story line where the Joker inherits Mr. Mxyzptlk's reality-altering powers
1st appearance and origin of a Bizarro created by the Joker
1st appearance of Scorch
Beginning of the Emperor Joker story line where the Joker inherits Mr. Mxyzptlk's reality-altering powers
1st appearance and origin of a Bizarro created by the Joker
Superman: Emperor Joker #1
DC
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2000
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Vol. 1
One-shot issue that connects with the larger 'Emperor Joker' story arc where reality is at the mercy of The Joker who has inherited Mr. Mxyzptlk's powers
One-shot issue that connects with the larger 'Emperor Joker' story arc where reality is at the mercy of The Joker who has inherited Mr. Mxyzptlk's powers
Variant cover art by Belen Ortega
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