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Creation & Design

The Turtle was created as one of the earliest villains for The Flash, embodying the concept of speed versus slowness.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a foe for The Flash, the Turtle's unique ability to slow down speedsters made him a memorable character in the Golden Age of comics.

Character Development

Over the years, the Turtle has evolved from a simple villain to a more complex character with motivations that reflect the challenges faced by speedsters.

Cultural Reception

The Turtle has been received as a classic villain, often seen as a humorous counterpart to the Flash's speed.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
All-Flash #21
Aliases:
The Turtle
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Rogues, Injustice Society
Abilities:
Super-speed manipulation, Genius-level intellect
Equipment:
Speed dampening devices
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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All-Flash #21
DC ⋅ 1945
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All-Flash #21
 
Low
$65
Mid
$195
High
$700

Key Facts

1st appearance of Turtle

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