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Creation & Design

The Anti-Monitor was created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist George Pérez as a central antagonist in the 'Crisis on Infinite Earths' storyline, designed to represent the ultimate evil and a threat to the multiverse.

Early Years

The Anti-Monitor first appeared in 'Crisis on Infinite Earths', where he sought to destroy the multiverse and absorb its energy, leading to a massive conflict with the heroes of the DC Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, the Anti-Monitor has evolved from a singular villain in 'Crisis on Infinite Earths' to a complex character representing the struggle between good and evil across the multiverse, influencing various storylines and character arcs.

Cultural Reception

The Anti-Monitor is regarded as one of the most iconic villains in the DC Universe, often cited for his role in reshaping the multiverse and the impact of 'Crisis on Infinite Earths'.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
Aliases:
Anti-Monitor
Species:
Cosmic Entity
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Crisis on Infinite Earths, Dark Multiverse
Abilities:
Reality Manipulation, Energy Absorption, Superhuman Strength, Telepathy
Equipment:
Anti-Matter Energy Source
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Red
Hair Color:
None

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Crisis on Infinite Earths #2

DC ⋅ 1985

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 2

1st cameo appearance of the Anti-Monitor, in shadows

Crisis on Infinite Earths #3

DC ⋅ 1985

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 3

2nd cameo appearance of Anti-Monitor, in shadows

Crisis on Infinite Earths #4

DC ⋅ 1985

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 4

1st appearance of Lady Quark

1st appearance of Doctor Light, Kimiyo Hoshi

1st appearance of Lord Volt

2nd appearance of John Constantine

3rd cameo appearance of the Anti-Monitor, in shadows

Death of the Monitor

Crisis on Infinite Earths #5

DC ⋅ 1985

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 5

4th cameo appearance of the Anti-Monitor, a one-panel appearance but it is the first time he is seen outside of shadows

Crisis on Infinite Earths #6

DC ⋅ 1985

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 6

1st appearances of Charlton characters in DC continuity: Captain Atom, Judomaster, Nightshade, Peacemaker, The Question and Thunderbolt

1st cover and full appearance of the Anti-Monitor

1st appearance of Yolanda Montez as Wildcat

Crisis on Infinite Earths #7

DC ⋅ 1985

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 7

Death of Supergirl

Origin of The Monitor, Anti-Monitor, Pariah and Guardians of Oa

Crisis on Infinite Earths #12

DC ⋅ 1986

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"Crisis on Infinite Earths" part 12

Death of Anti-Monitor, Dove, Robin, Green Arrow, Huntress and Clayface

1st appearance of Impala in mainstream DC comics

Green Lantern #25

DC ⋅ 2007

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Green Lantern #25
 
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1st full appearance of the Scarred Guardian, a Guardian of the Universe

1st cameo appearance of Atrocitus and the Red Lantern Corps

1st cameo appearance of Larfleeze and the Orange Lantern Corps

1st cameo team appearance of the Blue Lantern Corps

1st cameo appearance of Munk and the Indigo Lantern Corps

1st cameo team appearance of the Black Lantern Corps

Death of Anti-Monitor

Cameo appearance in background of an Alien Xenomorph, Predator and the Pale Man from Pan's Labyrinth as various Lanterns

Justice League #41

SDCC ⋅ DC ⋅ 2015

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San Diego Comic Con 2015 exclusive

'Fight Poster' edition featuring Darkseid vs the Anti-Monitor

Justice League #22

DC ⋅ 2019

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Origin of Perpetua

Origin of Monitor, Anti-Monitor and World Forger

Justice League #33

DC ⋅ 2019

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Justice League #33
 
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The Monitor, Anti-Monitor and World Forger merge to become the Ultra-Monitor

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