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Manhunter (Richards)
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Creation & Design

Mark Shaw was created as a character who would serve as a vigilante and a detective, drawing inspiration from the classic detective archetype.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a villain, Mark Shaw's character evolved over time, becoming a more complex anti-hero and eventually a member of various superhero teams.

Character Development

Over the years, Mark Shaw has transitioned from a villain to a complex anti-hero, grappling with his identity and the moral implications of his actions as a vigilante.

Cultural Reception

Manhunter has been well-received by fans for his depth and complexity, often being seen as a reflection of the darker aspects of heroism.

Character Details

Real Name:
Mark Shaw
First Appearance:
Police Comics #8
Aliases:
Manhunter, The Manhunter, The Hunter
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Checkmate, The Manhunters
Abilities:
Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Skilled detective, Master of disguise
Equipment:
Manhunter suit, Various gadgets
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Police Comics #8
Quality ⋅ 1942
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Police Comics #8
 
Low
$85
Mid
$235
High
$880

Key Facts

1st appearance of Manhunter, Dan Richards, a costumed cop with no affiliation to the DC Manhunter introduced one year earlier

In 1956, Quality Comics went out of business and DC acquired the defunct publisher's characters

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