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Creation & Design

The New Gods were created by Jack Kirby as part of his Fourth World saga, introducing a cosmic mythology to the DC Universe.

Early Years

The New Gods debuted in the early 1970s, exploring the conflict between New Genesis and Apokolips, two planets inhabited by powerful beings.

Character Development

Over the years, the New Gods have evolved from their original stories, becoming integral to the DC Universe's cosmic landscape, influencing various characters and storylines.

Cultural Reception

The New Gods have received critical acclaim for their complex characters and rich mythology, often regarded as a high point in comic book storytelling.

Character Details

Real Name:
New Gods
First Appearance:
Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #134
Species:
God
Gender:
Varies
Affiliations:
Justice League, Forever People, The New Gods
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Energy manipulation, Telepathy
Equipment:
Mother Box, Boom Tube
Weight:
Varies
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Varies
Hair Color:
Varies

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Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #134
DC ⋅ 1970
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Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #134
 
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1st cameo appearance of Darkseid, the ruler of Apokolips

Forever People, The #1
DC ⋅ 1971
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Forever People, The #1
 
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1st full appearance of Darkseid

1st team appearance of The Forever People: Beautiful Dreamer, Mark Moonrider, Serifan, Big Bear, Vykin the Black

First mention of Mother Boxes, sentient supercomputers of vast power and the Anti-Life Equation

1st appearance of Infinity-Man, a protector of The Forever People

Mister Miracle #2
DC ⋅ 1971
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Mister Miracle #2
 
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1st appearance of Granny Goodness, head of Darkseid's training facility

2nd appearance of Mister Miracle

Mister Miracle #3
DC ⋅ 1971
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Mister Miracle #3
 
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1st appearance of Doctor Bedlam, a scientist whose area of study is terror

3rd appearance of Mister Miracle

Mister Miracle #4
DC ⋅ 1971
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Mister Miracle #4
 
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1st appearance of Big Barda, highly skilled warrior and love interest of Mister Miracle

Mister Miracle #5
DC ⋅ 1971
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Mister Miracle #5
 
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1st appearance of Virman Vundabar one of Darkseid's Elite

2nd appearance of Big Barda

New Gods #7
DC ⋅ 1972
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New Gods #7
 
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Origin of Orion

1st appearance of Steppenwolf, Darkseid's Uncle

1st appearance of Tigra, ex-wife of Darkseid and mother of Orion

1st appearance of Heggra, mother of Darkseid

New Gods #8
DC ⋅ 1972
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New Gods #8
 
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1st appearance of Suli, Darkseid's first wife and mother of Kalibak

New Gods #9
DC ⋅ 1972
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New Gods #9
 
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1st appearance of Forager, one of many humanoid bugs that live beneath the surface of New Genesis

1st appearance of All-Widow, the mother of New Genesis' Bugs

Mister Miracle #9
DC ⋅ 1972
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Mister Miracle #9
 
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1st appearance of Himon, Mister Miracle's mentor

1st appearance of Auralie

Origin of Mister Miracle

Mister Miracle #18
DC ⋅ 1973
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Mister Miracle #18
 
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Key Facts

Marriage of Big Barda and Mister Miracle

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