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Creation & Design

The Shadow was created by Walter B. Gibson as a mysterious crime-fighter who uses fear as a weapon against criminals.

Early Years

Initially appearing in pulp magazines, The Shadow became a popular character, leading to radio shows and comic adaptations.

Character Development

Over the decades, The Shadow has evolved from a pulp hero to a complex character with a rich backstory, exploring themes of justice, morality, and the duality of man.

Cultural Reception

The Shadow has been well-received as a pioneering figure in the superhero genre, influencing many characters that followed.

Character Details

Real Name:
Kent Allard
First Appearance:
Shadow Comics #1
Aliases:
The Shadow, Lamont Cranston
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Shadow's Allies, The Justice Society of America
Abilities:
Master of disguise, Hypnotism, Stealth, Expert marksman
Equipment:
.45 caliber pistols, Smoke bombs, Various gadgets
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Shadow Comics #1
Street and Smith ⋅ 1940
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Shadow Comics #1
 
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1st appearance of The Shadow in comic books

1st appearance of Doc Savage

Shadow Comics #2
Street and Smith ⋅ 1940
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Shadow Comics #2
 
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2nd appearance of The Shadow

1st appearance of the Avenger

Shadow Comics #3
Street and Smith ⋅ 1940
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Shadow Comics #3
 
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3rd appearance of The Shadow

Shadow, The #1
DC ⋅ 1973
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Shadow, The #1
 
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1st appearance of The Shadow in DC comic books

Batman / Shadow #1
DC ⋅ 2017
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Batman / Shadow #1
 
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Team-up of Batman and the Shadow

Six-issue limited series co-published by DC and Dynamite

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