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Creation & Design

Maxima was created by writer Dan Jurgens and artist Brett Breeding, first appearing in Superman #5 in 1992. She was designed as a powerful warrior and a potential love interest for Superman.

Early Years

Maxima's early appearances focused on her quest to find a mate worthy of her strength, leading her to Earth and her encounters with Superman.

Character Development

Over the years, Maxima has evolved from a one-dimensional love interest to a complex character with her own motivations, struggles, and alliances, often reflecting themes of power, love, and identity.

Cultural Reception

Maxima has received mixed reviews from fans and critics, often praised for her strength and complexity but sometimes criticized for her portrayal as a love interest.

Character Details

Real Name:
Maxima
Aliases:
Queen Maxima, Warrior of Almerac
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Justice League, Justice League International
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Telepathy, Flight, Energy manipulation
Weight:
130lbs
Height:
6' 8"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
red

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Action Comics #645

DC ⋅ 1989

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Action Comics #645
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Maxima, a representative of Almerac sent out into the galaxy to find a mate to repopulate her world

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