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Jack Skellington
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Creation & Design

Jack Skellington was created by Tim Burton as part of his 1982 poem, which later evolved into the animated film 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'.

Early Years

Initially introduced in the 1993 film, Jack is the Pumpkin King of Halloween Town, known for his ability to scare and his leadership over the Halloween festivities.

Character Development

Throughout his story arcs, Jack evolves from a discontented ruler seeking novelty to a more self-aware character who appreciates his role in Halloween Town, ultimately embracing his identity.

Cultural Reception

Jack Skellington has become an iconic character in pop culture, celebrated for his unique design and memorable songs from the film.

Character Details

Real Name:
Jack Skellington
First Appearance:
Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero's Journey #0
Aliases:
The Pumpkin King, The King of Halloween Town
Species:
Skeleton
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Halloween Town, Sandy Claws
Abilities:
Master of Scare, Leadership, Creativity
Equipment:
Pumpkin Bombs, Sleigh
Weight:
160lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
black
Hair Color:
none

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Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero's Journey #0
Free Comic Book Day ⋅ Tokyo Pop ⋅ 2018
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Nightmare Before Christmas: Zero's Journey #0
 
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Key Facts

Free Comic Book Day promotional comic introducing the first original 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' story featuring Jack Skellington's dog, Zero

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