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Creation & Design

Hourman was created during the Golden Age of Comics, designed as a superhero who could gain superhuman abilities for one hour after taking a special drug called Miraclo.

Early Years

Rex Tyler debuted in 1940 and quickly became a member of the Justice Society of America, using his powers to fight crime and injustice.

Character Development

Over the years, Hourman has evolved from a simple Golden Age hero to a complex character dealing with personal issues, including addiction and legacy, while still embodying the ideals of heroism.

Cultural Reception

Hourman has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his unique powers and the moral dilemmas he faces.

Character Details

Real Name:
Rex Tyler
First Appearance:
Adventure Comics #48
Aliases:
Hourman, The Man of the Hour
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice Society of America, Justice League, Infinity Inc.
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced speed, Enhanced agility, Precognition
Equipment:
Miraclo pills
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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Adventure Comics #48
DC ⋅ 1940
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Adventure Comics #48
 
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1st appearance and origin of Hourman, Rex Tyler

Adventure Comics #49
DC ⋅ 1940
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Adventure Comics #49
 
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2nd appearance of Hourman

Adventure Comics #50
DC ⋅ 1940
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Adventure Comics #50
 
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Cover art by Bernard Baily

All-Star Comics #3
DC ⋅ 1940
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All-Star Comics #3
 
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1st team appearance and origin of the Justice Society of America, the first superhero team in history: Atom, Flash, Sandman, Spectre, Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Green Lantern, Hourman

3rd appearance of the Atom

All-Star Comics #4
DC ⋅ 1941
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All-Star Comics #4
 
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2nd team appearance of the Justice Society of America

Adventure Comics #71
DC ⋅ 1942
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Adventure Comics #71
 
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Jimmy Martin becomes Hourman's Sidekick

Justice League of America #21
DC ⋅ 1963
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Justice League of America #21
 
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First meeting of the Justice Society of America and the Justice League of America

First meeting of Green Arrow and Black Canary

First meeting and team-up of Alan Scott, the Golden Age Green Lantern and Hal Jordan, the Silver Age Green Lantern

1st appearance of Dr. Fate and Hourman in the Silver Age

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2nd appearance of Chronos

"Crisis on Earth" part 1

Infinity Inc. #20
DC ⋅ 1985
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Infinity Inc. #20
 
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1st appearance of Rick Tyler, becomes the second Hourman

1st appearance of Beth Chapel as Dr. Midnight

Infinity Inc. #21
DC ⋅ 1985
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Infinity Inc. #21
 
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1st appearance of the second Hourman, Rick Tyler

1st appearance of Beth Chapel as Dr. Midnight, in costume

JLA #12
DC ⋅ 1997
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JLA #12
 
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1st appearance of Hourman, Matthew Tyler

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