Dick Dastardly

Creation & Design

Dick Dastardly was created as a comedic villain for the animated series 'Wacky Races', designed to be a foil to the other racers.

Early Years

He first appeared in 'Wacky Races', where he was known for his schemes to win races by any means necessary, often accompanied by his sidekick Muttley.

Character Development

Over the years, Dick Dastardly has evolved from a simple race villain to a more complex character, often portrayed with comedic traits and a penchant for failure.

Cultural Reception

Dick Dastardly has been well-received as a classic cartoon villain, known for his humorous antics and memorable catchphrases.

Character Details

Real Name:
Dick Dastardly
Aliases:
Dastardly, The Dastardly Dog
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Ant Hill Mob, Muttley
Abilities:
Cunning, Deception, Inventing traps
Equipment:
Various racing gadgets, Traps
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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$5
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$18
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$60

Key Facts

1st appearance of Dick Dastardly in a comic book

1st appearance of Muttley in a comic book

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