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Creation & Design

Mr. Mxyzptlk was created as a comedic foil for Superman, embodying the whimsical and chaotic nature of the Fifth Dimension.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a mischievous imp who delights in causing trouble for Superman, Mxyzptlk quickly became a recurring character in Superman's adventures.

Character Development

Over the years, Mr. Mxyzptlk has evolved from a mere nuisance to a complex character who embodies the themes of chaos and order, often reflecting Superman's own struggles.

Cultural Reception

Mr. Mxyzptlk has been well-received as a unique and humorous character in the Superman mythos, often praised for his cleverness and the challenges he presents to Superman.

Character Details

Real Name:
Mr. Mxyzptlk
First Appearance:
Superman #30
Aliases:
Mxyzptlk
Species:
Fifth Dimensional Imp
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Superman
Abilities:
Reality Warping, Telepathy, Teleportation
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
purple
Hair Color:
green

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Superman #30
DC ⋅ 1944
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Superman #30
 
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1st appearance and origin of Mr. Mxyzptlk

First time Superman references his ability to "fly", previously he was known to leap

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Action Comics #80
DC ⋅ 1945
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Action Comics #80
 
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2nd appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk

1st cover appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk

Superman #33
DC ⋅ 1945
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Superman #33
 
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3rd appearance of Mr. Mxyztplk

Action Comics #151
DC ⋅ 1950
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Action Comics #151
 
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Early Golden Age super-villain team-up featuring Lex Luthor, the Prankster and Mr. Mxyztplk

Superboy #78
DC ⋅ 1960
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Superboy #78
 
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First meeting of Superboy and Mr. Mxyzptlk

Origin of Superboy

World's Finest Comics #113
DC ⋅ 1960
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World's Finest Comics #113
 
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1st appearance of Miss Arrowette

First team-up of Bat-Mite and Mr. Mxyzptlk

Adventure Comics #286
DC ⋅ 1961
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Adventure Comics #286
 
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1st appearance of Bizarro Kltpzyxm

Superman #11
DC ⋅ 1987
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Superman #11
 
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1st modern appearance of Mr. Mxyzptlk

Superman #50
DC ⋅ 1990
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Superman #50
 
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Mr. Mxyzptlk reveals himself to also be Marvel’s Impossible Man and claims he needs to visit his ‘four friends’

Quote 'Oops, sometimes it's just IMPOSSIBLE to remember what I look like from world to world’

In this issue, he confronts a group of heroes dressed in blue using dialogue from the Impossible Man's 1st appearance (Fantastic Four #11 - 1963)

Superman: Emperor Joker #1
DC ⋅ 2000
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Superman: Emperor Joker #1
 
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One-shot issue that connects with the larger 'Emperor Joker' story arc where reality is at the mercy of The Joker who has inherited Mr. Mxyzptlk's powers

Dark Crisis: Young Justice #5
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Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2022
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Dark Crisis: Young Justice #5
 
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Variant cover art by Belen Ortega

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