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Creation & Design

The Phantom was created by Lee Falk as one of the first superheroes, designed to embody the ideals of justice and heroism.

Early Years

The character debuted in 1936 and quickly became popular, appearing in comic strips and later in comic books, establishing a legacy as a classic hero.

Character Development

Over the years, the Phantom has evolved from a simple comic strip character into a complex hero with a rich backstory, exploring themes of justice, legacy, and the fight against evil.

Cultural Reception

The Phantom has been well-received globally, becoming a beloved character in various media, including films, television, and merchandise.

Character Details

Real Name:
Kit Walker
First Appearance:
Feature Book #20
Aliases:
The Ghost Who Walks, Guardian of the Eastern Dark
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Jungle Patrol, The Phantom's Family
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Expert hand-to-hand combatant, Master of disguise
Equipment:
Twin pistols, Phantom ring, Horse named Hero
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Feature Book #20
David McKay ⋅ 1938
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Feature Book #20
 
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Reprinted newspaper comic strips

Feature Book #22
David McKay ⋅ 1939
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Feature Book #22
 
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Reprinted newspaper comic strips

Feature Book #39
David McKay ⋅ 1943
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Feature Book #39
 
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Reprinted newspaper comic strips

Defenders of the Earth #1
Star Comics ⋅ 1987
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Defenders of the Earth #1
 
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1st team appearance of the Defenders of the Earth: Phantom, Mandrake the Magician, Flash Gordon, Jedda

Comic book adaptation of the 1986 animated series featuring characters licensed from King Features Syndicate

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