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Creation & Design

The Phantom Stranger was created in the 1950s as a mysterious figure who intervenes in supernatural events.

Early Years

Initially appearing in anthology series, the character became known for his enigmatic nature and connections to various mystical elements in the DC Universe.

Character Development

Over the years, the Phantom Stranger has evolved from a mere supernatural figure to a complex character with deep ties to the mystical aspects of the DC Universe, often grappling with his own moral compass.

Cultural Reception

The Phantom Stranger has received mixed reviews, with some praising his mysterious nature while others find him less relatable than other heroes.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Phantom Stranger, The #1
Aliases:
The Stranger, The Phantom
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League Dark, The Spectre
Abilities:
Mystical powers, Teleportation, Immortality
Equipment:
Mystical artifacts
Weight:
Unknown
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
Unknown
Hair Color:
Unknown

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Phantom Stranger, The #1
DC ⋅ 1952
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Phantom Stranger, The #1
 
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1st appearance of the Phantom Stranger, a powerful archmage

Phantom Stranger, The #2
DC ⋅ 1952
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Phantom Stranger, The #2
 
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2nd appearance of The Phantom Stranger

Phantom Stranger, The #3
DC ⋅ 1952
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Phantom Stranger, The #3
 
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3rd appearance of The Phantom Stranger

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Phantom Stranger, The #4
DC ⋅ 1953
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Scarce issue

Phantom Stranger, The #5
DC ⋅ 1953
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Scarce issue

Phantom Stranger, The #6
DC ⋅ 1953
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Phantom Stranger, The #6
 
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Scarce final issue of the 1st series

Showcase #80
DC ⋅ 1969
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Showcase #80
 
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1st appearance of the Phantom Stranger in the Silver Age

Phantom Stranger, The #1
DC ⋅ 1969
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Phantom Stranger, The #1
 
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2nd appearance of the Phantom Stranger in the Silver Age

Phantom Stranger, The #13
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DC ⋅ 1971
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Phantom Stranger, The #13
 
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Cover art by Neal Adams

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Justice League of America #103
DC ⋅ 1972
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Justice League of America #103
 
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Phantom Stranger joins the JLA

Blue Devil Annual #1
DC ⋅ 1985
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Blue Devil Annual #1
 
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Unofficial team appearance of a Justice League Dark: Blue Devil, Creeper, Man-Bat, Madame Xanadu, Etrigan, Black Orchid, Phantom Stranger

Creeper suggests forming a 'spooky Justice League of America'

Saga of the Swamp Thing #49
DC ⋅ 1986
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Saga of the Swamp Thing #49
 
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Unofficial cameo team appearance of the Justice League Dark: Swamp Thing, Hellblazer, Deadman, Phantom Stranger, Dr. Occult, Etrigan The Demon, Zatanna, The Spectre, Sargon and Dr. Fate

1st cameo appearance of the Great Evil Beast aka the Great Darkness

Books of Magic #1
DC Vertigo ⋅ 1990
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Books of Magic #1
 
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1st full appearance of Timothy Hunter, a boy destined to be the world’s greatest magician

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