Kid Miracleman

Creation & Design

Kid Miracleman was created by writer Alan Moore and artist Gary Leach as part of the revival of the Miracleman character, originally created in the 1950s. The character was designed to explore themes of power and morality.

Early Years

Johnny Bates was a child who transformed into Kid Miracleman, a powerful superhero, when he uttered the magic word 'Miracleman'. His early adventures were filled with typical superhero tropes, but as the character developed, darker themes emerged.

Character Development

Over the years, Kid Miracleman has evolved from a typical child superhero into a complex character representing the darker side of power and the consequences of unchecked abilities. His transformation and eventual redemption arc have made him a pivotal figure in the Miracleman series.

Cultural Reception

Kid Miracleman has been critically acclaimed for his depth and the moral questions he raises about power and responsibility. His character has sparked discussions about the nature of heroism in comic books.

Character Details

Real Name:
Johnny Bates
Aliases:
Miracleman, Kid Miracleman
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Miracleman, The Miracleman Family
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Invulnerability, Energy manipulation
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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UK Edition ⋅ L Miller Son ⋅ 1955

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1st appearance of Kid Marvelman, Johnny Bates

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UK Edition ⋅ L Miller Son ⋅ 1956

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1st team appearance of the Marvelman Family: Marvelman, Young Marvelman, Kid Marvelman

1st cover appearance of Kid Marvelman

Eclipse ⋅ 1988

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Death of Kid Miracleman

Variant ⋅ Atomeka Press ⋅ 2004

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Variant cover art by Gary Leach, the artist who reintroduced Marvelman with Alan Moore

Sketch cover of Marvelman

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Back cover featuring a sketch of Kid Miracleman

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