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Creation & Design

Kabuki was created by David Mack, who drew inspiration from Japanese culture, theater, and the art of Kabuki. The character was designed to embody the themes of identity, transformation, and the duality of life.

Early Years

Kabuki first appeared in the early 1990s, gaining popularity for its unique art style and storytelling. The character's journey explores her struggles with identity and her role within a secret society of assassins.

Character Development

Throughout her story arcs, Kabuki evolves from a mere assassin to a complex character who grapples with her identity, morality, and the consequences of her actions. Her journey reflects themes of redemption, self-discovery, and the struggle between duty and personal freedom.

Cultural Reception

Kabuki has been well-received for its unique art style and deep storytelling, garnering a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim.

Character Details

Real Name:
Kabuki
First Appearance:
Kabuki: Fear the Reaper
Aliases:
Ninjette, The Kabuki
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Ninjette, The Kabuki
Abilities:
Martial Arts, Stealth, Acrobatics
Equipment:
Katana, Throwing Stars
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Kabuki: Fear the Reaper
Ashcan ⋅ Caliber ⋅ 1994
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Preview of Kabuki

Eight-page ashcan edition, measures 8.5 in. x 5.5 in.

Historically, ashcan editions were printed in small quantities and intended to establish copyright

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Razor and Shi Special #1
London Night ⋅ 1994
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Razor and Shi Special #1
 
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Seven-page preview of Kabuki: Fear the Reaper

High Caliber: An Anthology of Original Visions #1
Caliber ⋅ 1994
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High Caliber: An Anthology of Original Visions #1
 
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Eight-page preview of Kabuki: Fear the Reaper

AKA Goldfish #Ace
Caliber ⋅ 1994
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AKA Goldfish #Ace
 
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Three-page promotional advertisement for David Mack's 'Kabuki'

Negative Burn #16
Caliber ⋅ 1994
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Negative Burn #16
 
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Eight-page preview of Kabuki: Fear the Reaper

Cited by many as the first appearance of Kabuki though there were multiple promotional appearances that preceded this issue and the interior art/story was to promote Fear the Reaper #1 which was released one week later

Kabuki: Fear the Reaper #1
Caliber ⋅ 1994
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1st appearance of Kabuki in a full story

Previous appearance of Kabuki were excerpts from Fear the Reaper

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