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Nelvana of the Northern Lights
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Creation & Design

Nelvana was created during the Golden Age of Comics, inspired by Canadian folklore and mythology. She was one of the first female superheroes in comic books.

Early Years

Nelvana debuted in 1941 and quickly became a symbol of Canadian pride, fighting against Axis powers during World War II and protecting the North.

Character Development

Over the years, Nelvana has evolved from a wartime heroine to a symbol of empowerment, representing strength and resilience in the face of adversity.

Cultural Reception

Nelvana was well-received in her time, becoming a beloved character in Canadian comic history.

Character Details

Real Name:
Nelvana
Aliases:
The Northern Lights
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Canadian Superhero Team
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Control over the Northern Lights
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Triumph-Adventure Comics #1

Hillborough ⋅ 1941

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Triumph-Adventure Comics #1
 
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1st appearance of Nelvana of the Northern Lights, the first Canadian female superhero who draws her powers from the aurora borealis

Triumph-Adventure Comics #2

Hillborough ⋅ 1941

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Triumph-Adventure Comics #2
 
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1st cover appearance of Nelvana of the Northern Lights

Nelvana of the Northern Lights

Bell Features ⋅ 1945

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First solo Nelvana of the Northern Lights issue

Reprint of stories from Triumph Comics

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