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Maxie Zeus
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Creation & Design

Maxie Zeus was created as a villain inspired by the Greek mythology figure, Zeus, and was designed to be a unique adversary for Batman.

Early Years

Maxie Zeus first appeared as a minor villain in Gotham City, often using his delusions of grandeur to commit crimes.

Character Development

Over the years, Maxie Zeus has evolved from a simple criminal to a more complex character, often reflecting themes of power and delusion.

Cultural Reception

Maxie Zeus has received mixed reviews, often seen as a less serious villain compared to others in Batman's rogues' gallery.

Character Details

Real Name:
Maximilian Zeus
First Appearance:
Detective Comics #483
Aliases:
The God of Thunder, Zeus
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Gotham City Criminals, The Society
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert strategist, Skilled hand-to-hand combatant
Equipment:
Various gadgets, Themed weaponry
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Detective Comics #483
DC ⋅ 1979
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Detective Comics #483
 
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$2
Mid
$8
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$20

Key Facts

1st appearance of Maxie Zeus, a mentally-ill man who believes he is a descendant of Zeus

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