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Creation & Design

General Zod was created as a foil to Superman, representing a militaristic and authoritarian approach to Kryptonian heritage.

Early Years

Zod first appeared as a villain in the Superman comics, often depicted as a former military leader of Krypton who sought to conquer Earth.

Character Development

Over the years, General Zod has evolved from a simple villain to a complex character with motivations rooted in his Kryptonian identity and a desire for power.

Cultural Reception

General Zod has been well-received as one of Superman's most iconic adversaries, often praised for his depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Zod
First Appearance:
Adventure Comics #283
Aliases:
General Zod, Zod
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Kryptonian Military, The Phantom Zone
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Heat vision, X-ray vision
Equipment:
Kryptonian technology, Phantom Zone projector
Weight:
200lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
black
Hair Color:
black

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Adventure Comics #283
DC ⋅ 1961
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Adventure Comics #283
 
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1st appearance of General Zod

First mention of the Phantom Zone

Adventure Comics #293
DC ⋅ 1962
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Adventure Comics #293
 
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1st team appearance of The Legion of Super-Pets: Beppo the Super-Monkey, Comet the Super-Horse (1st), Krypto the Super-Dog and Streaky the Super-Cat

2nd appearance of General Zod

1st appearance of Bizarro Lex Luthor

Superman #162
DC ⋅ 1963
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Superman #162
 
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3rd appearance of General Zod

Non-continuity story where Superman appears as two characters, one predominantly in a blue suit, the other in a red suit

Super DC Giant #24
DC ⋅ 1971
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Super DC Giant #24
 
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1st cover appearance of General Zod

Action Comics #845
DC ⋅ 2007
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Action Comics #845
 
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1st appearance of General Zod, Non and Ursa as they are represented in the Superman movie

Action Comics #846
DC ⋅ 2007
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Action Comics #846
 
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Christopher Kent revealed to be Lor-Zod, the son of General Zod and Ursa

Action Comics #984
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DC ⋅ 2017
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Action Comics #984
 
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1st team appearance of House of Zod: General Zod, Ursa, Lor-Zod

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