Sheena Queen of the Jungle
Creation & Design
Sheena was created as one of the first female superheroes, designed to embody the spirit of adventure and the wild. Her character was inspired by the popular Tarzan stories.Early Years
Sheena debuted in the late 1930s and quickly became a popular character, appearing in various comic strips and magazines. Her stories often revolved around her adventures in the jungle, battling poachers and protecting wildlife.Character Development
Over the decades, Sheena has evolved from a simple jungle heroine to a complex character who embodies themes of environmentalism, feminism, and the struggle for identity. Her stories have adapted to reflect changing societal values while maintaining her core essence as a fierce protector of the jungle.Cultural Reception
Sheena has been well-received as a pioneering female character in comics, often celebrated for her strength and independence. She has garnered a loyal fanbase and has been featured in various adaptations, including television and film.Character Details
Real Name:
Sheena
Aliases:
Sheena, Queen of the Jungle
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Jungle, Various tribes
Abilities:
Superhuman agility, Animal communication, Expert combatant
Equipment:
Jungle gear, Various weapons
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
blonde
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Jumbo Comics #1
Fiction House
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1938
•
Vol. 1
First professionally published interior art by Jack Kirby, as Jack Curtiss
1st appearance of Sheena Queen of the Jungle
First adaptation of the Count of Monte Cristo in a U.S. publication - reprinted from Wags (UK, 1938)
First professionally published interior art by Jack Kirby, as Jack Curtiss
1st appearance of Sheena Queen of the Jungle
First adaptation of the Count of Monte Cristo in a U.S. publication - reprinted from Wags (UK, 1938)
Jumbo Comics #2
Fiction House
•
1938
•
Vol. 1
Origin of Sheena Queen of the Jungle
Jumbo Comics #9
Fiction House
•
1939
•
Vol. 1
1st cover appearance of Sheena Queen of the Jungle
Jumbo Comics #10
Fiction House
•
1939
•
Vol. 1
Debut of new Sheena the Queen of the Jungle costume
Jumbo Comics #19
Fiction House
•
1940
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Bob Powell featuring Sheena Queen of the Jungle
Sheena, Queen of the Jungle #1
Fiction House
•
1942
•
Vol. 1
FIrst solo-titled series featuring Sheena, Queen of the Jungle
Marvel Fanfare #59
Marvel
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1991
•
Vol. 1
Cover art by Joe Chiodo featuring Shanna
Sheena, Queen of the Jungle #1
Dynamite Entertainment
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2021
•
Vol. 2
Non-Key
Premiere issue, published by Dynamite
Sheena, Queen of the Jungle #1
Dynamite Entertainment
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2021
•
Vol. 2
Non-Key
Variant
Variant cover art by Rose Besch
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