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Creation & Design

Madame Xanadu was created by writer David Michelinie and artist Michael Kaluta, first appearing in the 1978 comic series 'Doorway to Nightmare'. She was designed as a mystical character with a deep connection to the supernatural.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a supporting character in horror-themed stories, Madame Xanadu quickly became known for her role as a fortune teller and a guide to heroes navigating the mystical realms.

Character Development

Over the years, Madame Xanadu has evolved from a supporting character to a central figure in the mystical side of the DC Universe, showcasing her depth and complexity as a powerful sorceress.

Cultural Reception

Madame Xanadu has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for her strong characterization and the depth of her magical abilities.

Character Details

Real Name:
Nubia
First Appearance:
Doorway to Nightmare #1
Aliases:
Madame Xanadu, The Oracle
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Justice League Dark, The Sentinels of Magic
Abilities:
Magic, Divination, Immortality
Equipment:
Tarot Cards, Magic Artifacts
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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Doorway to Nightmare #1
DC ⋅ 1978
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Doorway to Nightmare #1
 
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1st appearance of Madame Xanadu, a mystic

Doorway to Nightmare #2
DC ⋅ 1978
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Doorway to Nightmare #2
 
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2nd appearance of Madame Xanadu

Madame Xanadu #1
DC ⋅ 1981
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Madame Xanadu #1
 
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Solo-titled one-shot featuring Madame Xanadu

Swamp Thing Annual #2
DC ⋅ 1985
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Swamp Thing Annual #2
 
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Unofficial cameo team appearance of Justice League Dark

Blue Devil Annual #1
DC ⋅ 1985
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Blue Devil Annual #1
 
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Unofficial team appearance of a Justice League Dark: Blue Devil, Creeper, Man-Bat, Madame Xanadu, Etrigan, Black Orchid, Phantom Stranger

Creeper suggests forming a 'spooky Justice League of America'

Saga of the Swamp Thing #50
DC ⋅ 1986
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Saga of the Swamp Thing #50
 
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1st unofficial team appearance of the Justice League Dark

Death of Giovanni Zatara and Sargon the Sorcerer

1st full appearance of the Great Evil Beast, in the form of darkness

Spectre, The #9
DC ⋅ 1987
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Spectre, The #9
 
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Moderately explicit art where Madame Xanadu appears naked while engaged in relations with The Spectre in his ethereal form

Madame Xanadu #1
DC ⋅ 2008
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Madame Xanadu #1
 
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First ongoing solo-titled series

Justice League Dark #1
DC ⋅ 2011
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Justice League Dark #1
 
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1st team appearance of Justice League Dark: Hellblazer, Shade the Changing Man, Madame Xanadu, Deadman, Zatanna

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