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Creation & Design

Power Girl was created as a counterpart to Supergirl, introduced in the 1970s as part of the DC Comics universe. Her design was meant to reflect a more mature and independent character.

Early Years

Initially, Power Girl was portrayed as a member of the Justice Society of America, establishing her as a strong female superhero in a male-dominated genre.

Character Development

Over the years, Power Girl has evolved from a side character to a prominent figure in the DC Universe, often grappling with her identity as a Kryptonian and her role as a superhero. Her character development has included themes of empowerment, independence, and the search for belonging.

Cultural Reception

Power Girl has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her strong personality and complex character arc.

Character Details

Real Name:
Kara Zor-L
First Appearance:
Amazing World of DC Comics #6
Aliases:
Power Girl, Kara Zor-L, Supergirl
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Justice Society of America, Justice League, Infinity Inc.
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Heat vision, X-ray vision, Super speed
Equipment:
Kryptonian technology, Costume
Weight:
165lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
blonde

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Amazing World of DC Comics #6
DC ⋅ 1975
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Amazing World of DC Comics #6
 
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Preview sketch of Power Girl

All-Star Comics #58
DC ⋅ 1976
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All-Star Comics #58
 
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1st appearance of Power Girl, a Kryptonian cousin of Earth-2 Superman

All-Star Comics #59
DC ⋅ 1976
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All-Star Comics #59
 
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2nd appearance of Power Girl

Showcase #97
DC ⋅ 1978
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Showcase #97
 
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Origin of Power Girl

First solo Power Girl issue

1st appearance and death of Zor-L, Allura and In-Z

Power Girl #1
DC ⋅ 1988
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Power Girl #1
 
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Premiere issue of Power Girl's first self-titled limited series

Zero Hour: Crisis in Time #0
DC ⋅ 1994
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Zero Hour: Crisis in Time #0
 
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1st appearance of Equinox, the son of Power Girl

JSA: Classified #1
DC ⋅ 2005
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JSA: Classified #1
 
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Origin of Power Girl

JSA: Classified #1
Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2005
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes

JSA: Classified #1
2nd Print ⋅ DC ⋅ 2005
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Second printing

As of November 2023 only one copy exists in CGC 10.

JSA: Classified #2
DC ⋅ 2005
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JSA: Classified #2
 
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Origin of Power Girl

JSA: Classified #2
2nd Print ⋅ DC ⋅ 2005
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Second printing

Comics Journal #285
Fantagraphics ⋅ 2007
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Cover art by Darwyn Cooke featuring Power Girl

Justice Society of America #9
DC ⋅ 2007
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Justice Society of America #9
 
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1st appearance of Kingdom Come Superman (Earth-22) in the mainstream DC universe

Power Girl #1
Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Power Girl #1
 
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Variant cover art by Adam Hughes

Premiere issue of Power Girl's second titled series

Power Girl #2
Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Origin of Ultra-Humanite

Power Girl #3
1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Variant cover art by Guillem March

Power Girl #4
1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Variant cover art by Guillem March

Power Girl #5
1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Variant cover art by Guillem March

Power Girl #6
1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Variant cover art by Guillem March

Power Girl #8
DC ⋅ 2010
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Power Girl #8
 
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Cover art by Amanda Conner

Power Girl #20
DC ⋅ 2011
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Cover art by Sam Basri

Power Girl #27
DC ⋅ 2011
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First cover art by Warren Louw

Final issue

Copies ordered by retailers: 16,491

World's Finest #0
DC ⋅ 2012
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1st appearance of Power Girl as Supergirl

1st appearance of Huntress, Helena Wayne, as Robin

Alternate reality versions of the characters

Supergirl #20
DC ⋅ 2013
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Cover art by Emanuela Luppachino

Harley Quinn #11
1:25 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2014
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Variant cover art by Amanda Conner featuring Harley Quinn and Power Girl

Action Comics #1051
Store Exclusive ⋅ DC ⋅ 2023
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Variant cover art by Warren Louw, limited to 1,000 copies

Store exclusive

Action Comics #1051
Store Exclusive ⋅ DC ⋅ 2023
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Variant cover art by Warren Louw, limited to 3,000 copies

Store exclusive

Action Comics #1053
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Variant cover art by Nathan Szerdy

Power Girl #1
DC ⋅ 2023
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Power Girl assumes a new identity as Dr. Paige Stetler

1st appearance of Amalak, an alien with a grudge against Kyrptonians

1st appearance of Axel Gust

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