New Gods

New Gods

Creation & Design

The New Gods were created by Jack Kirby as part of his Fourth World saga, introducing a cosmic mythology to the DC Universe.

Early Years

The New Gods debuted in the early 1970s, exploring the conflict between New Genesis and Apokolips, two planets inhabited by powerful beings.

Character Development

Over the years, the New Gods have evolved from their original stories, becoming integral to the DC Universe's cosmic landscape, influencing various characters and storylines.

Cultural Reception

The New Gods have received critical acclaim for their complex characters and rich mythology, often regarded as a high point in comic book storytelling.

Character Details

Real Name:
New Gods
Species:
God
Gender:
Varies
Affiliations:
Justice League, Forever People, The New Gods
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation, Telepathy
Equipment:
Mother Box, Boom Tube
Weight:
Varies
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Varies
Hair Color:
Varies
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1st full appearance of Darkseid
1st team appearance of The Forever People: Beautiful Dreamer, Mark Moonrider, Serifan, Big Bear, Vykin the Black
First mention of Mother Boxes, sentient supercomputers of vast power and the Anti-Life Equation
1st appearance of Infinity-Man, a protector of The Forever People
DC Feb 1972

New Gods #7

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Origin of Orion
1st appearance of Steppenwolf, Darkseid's Uncle
1st appearance of Tigra, ex-wife of Darkseid and mother of Orion
1st appearance of Heggra, mother of Darkseid
DC Jun 1972

New Gods #9

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1st appearance of Forager, one of many humanoid bugs that live beneath the surface of New Genesis
1st appearance of All-Widow, the mother of New Genesis' Bugs

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