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Creation & Design

Huntress was created by writer Joe Simon and artist Jack Kirby, first appearing in 1947. The character was reimagined in the 1980s as Helena Bertinelli, a vigilante with a darker backstory.

Early Years

Helena Bertinelli was introduced as a mobster's daughter who took on the mantle of Huntress to seek vengeance for her family's murder. She became a prominent figure in Gotham's vigilante scene.

Character Development

Over the years, Huntress has evolved from a vengeful anti-hero to a more nuanced character, often grappling with her moral code and the implications of her actions as a vigilante.

Cultural Reception

Huntress has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her complex character and strong female representation in comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Helena Bertinelli
Aliases:
Huntress, Helena Wayne
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Birds of Prey, Justice League, Gotham City Sirens
Abilities:
Expert martial artist, Acrobatics, Marksmanship, Stealth
Equipment:
Crossbow, Grappling hook, Various gadgets
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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All-Star Comics #69

DC ⋅ 1977

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All-Star Comics #69
 
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1st cameo appearance of the Huntress, Helena Wayne

This issue went on-sale the same week as DC Super Stars #17 according to Comic Reader #146

In an email exchange with Paul Levitz he informs us that All-Star Comics #69 was written first but the books were released on the same day

DC Super-Stars #17

DC ⋅ 1977

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DC Super-Stars #17
 
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1st full appearance and origin of the Huntress, Helena Wayne

This issue went on-sale the same week as All Star Comics #69 according to Comic Reader #146

Marriage of Bruce Wayne and Selina Kyle on Earth 2, alternate reality

[July 2023 - a live-action Korean Huntress film is rumored to be in development]

Crisis on Infinite Earths #12

DC ⋅ 1986

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Crisis on Infinite Earths #12
 
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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

Huntress #1

DC ⋅ 1989

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Huntress #1
 
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1st appearance of Huntress, Helena Bertinelli

Batman: Shadow of the Bat #83

DC ⋅ 1999

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Batman: Shadow of the Bat #83
 
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Helena Bertinelli becomes Batgirl, formerly Huntress

World's Finest #0

DC ⋅ 2012

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World's Finest #0
 
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1st appearance of Power Girl as Supergirl

1st appearance of Huntress, Helena Wayne, as Robin

Alternate reality versions of the characters

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