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Jungle Jim
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Creation & Design

Jungle Jim was created by Alex Raymond as a comic strip character, inspired by the adventure genre and the popularity of jungle-themed stories in the early 20th century.

Early Years

The character debuted in 1934 and quickly became popular, appearing in various comic strips and adaptations, including radio shows and films.

Character Development

Over the years, Jungle Jim evolved from a simple adventure hero to a more complex character, often reflecting the changing attitudes towards colonialism and the environment.

Cultural Reception

Jungle Jim was well-received during its run, becoming a staple of adventure comics and influencing later jungle-themed characters.

Character Details

Real Name:
James 'Jim' McGowan
First Appearance:
Ace Comics #1
Aliases:
Jungle Jim
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Explorer's Club, Various Jungle Tribes
Abilities:
Expert Tracker, Survival Skills, Hand-to-Hand Combat
Equipment:
Rope, Knife, Firearm
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Ace Comics #1
King Features ⋅ 1937
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Ace Comics #1
 
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$1.6k
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$6.8k

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