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Scarface & Ventriloquist
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Creation & Design

Scarface was created by writer John Wagner and artist Norm Breyfogle, first appearing in Detective Comics #583. The character was designed to be a unique villain who uses a puppet to express his criminal intentions.

Early Years

Initially, Arnold Wesker was portrayed as a meek and timid man who became a criminal mastermind through his puppet, Scarface. The puppet served as a manifestation of Wesker's darker impulses, allowing him to commit crimes while distancing himself from the actions.

Character Development

Over the years, Scarface has evolved from a simple villain into a complex character representing the duality of human nature, exploring themes of identity, control, and the psychological impact of crime.

Cultural Reception

Scarface has been well-received as a unique villain in the Batman rogues' gallery, often praised for his psychological depth and the duality of his character.

Character Details

Real Name:
Arnold Wesker
First Appearance:
Detective Comics #583
Aliases:
The Ventriloquist
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Batman, Gotham City villains
Abilities:
Master ventriloquist, Criminal mastermind
Equipment:
Scarface puppet
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Detective Comics #583
DC ⋅ 1988
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Detective Comics #583
 
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1st appearance of Scarface & Ventriloquist

[August 2022 - rumored to appear in Penguin spin-off series on HBO Max]

Showcase '94 #9
DC ⋅ 1994
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Showcase '94 #9
 
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Origin of Scarface

Monarch, formerly Hawk aka Hank Hall, becomes Extant

Detective Comics #827
DC ⋅ 2007
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Detective Comics #827
 
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1st appearance of the second Scarface & Ventriloquist

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