Key Collector Comics
Tattooed Man
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Tattooed Man was created as a villain for Green Lantern, utilizing his tattoos as a means of power and combat.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a foe for Green Lantern, Tattooed Man's character evolved over the years, appearing in various storylines and teaming up with other villains.

Character Development

Over the years, Tattooed Man has transitioned from a simple villain to a more complex character, often grappling with his identity and the consequences of his actions.

Cultural Reception

Tattooed Man has received mixed reviews, often seen as a lesser-known villain compared to others in the DC universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Gordon A. D. T. R. K. R. A. M. A. N.
First Appearance:
Green Lantern #23
Aliases:
Tattooed Man
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Injustice Society, Suicide Squad
Abilities:
Tattoo manipulation, Enhanced strength, Combat skills
Equipment:
Tattoo ink, Various weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

Green Lantern #23
DC ⋅ 1963
View Details
Green Lantern #23
 
Low
$12
Mid
$35
High
$175

Key Facts

1st appearance of the Tattooed Man, Abel Tarrant

Justice League of America #28
DC ⋅ 1964
View Details
Justice League of America #28
 
Low
$15
Mid
$45
High
$225

Key Facts

2nd appearance of the Tattooed Man, Abel Tarrant

Green Lantern #9
DC ⋅ 2006
View Details  ⋅  View Variants (1)
Green Lantern #9
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$3

Key Facts

1st appearance and origin of the second Tattooed Man, Mark Richards

Adjust Your Filters To See More Comics!

By default Key Collector searches for Standard Cover Key Issues.

Adjust the "Variants" and/or "Non-Key Issues" search filters above for additional content:

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])
  • Non-Key Issues ([[totalNonKeys]])

At Key Collector, our primary focus is on unearthing those rare Standard Cover Key Issues for you. However, the world of comic collectibles is vast and varied. We want to make sure you have the tools to explore it all!