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Animal Vegetable Mineral Man
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Creation & Design

Animal Vegetable Mineral Man was created by writer Gardner Fox and artist Carmine Infantino, debuting in the mid-1960s as a unique villain with the ability to transform into various forms of life.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a foe for the superhero Adam Strange, AVM Man's bizarre powers and eccentric personality quickly made him a memorable character in the DC Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, Animal Vegetable Mineral Man has evolved from a quirky villain to a more nuanced character, often reflecting themes of environmentalism and the consequences of scientific experimentation.

Cultural Reception

Animal Vegetable Mineral Man has been received with a mix of humor and intrigue, often seen as a symbol of the bizarre nature of comic book storytelling.

Character Details

Real Name:
Dr. Allen Adam
Aliases:
AVM Man, Animal Vegetable Mineral Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Doom Patrol
Abilities:
Transmutation, Animal Manipulation, Vegetation Control
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown

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Doom Patrol #89

DC ⋅ 1964

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Doom Patrol #89
 
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$5
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$12
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$45

Key Facts

1st appearance of Animal-Vegetable-Mineral Man

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