Ultra-Humanite

Creation & Design

The Ultra-Humanite was created as one of the first supervillains in comic book history, serving as an early adversary to Superman. His character was designed to embody the archetype of the mad scientist.

Early Years

Initially appearing as a criminal mastermind with a genius intellect, the Ultra-Humanite's character evolved over the years, often using his intellect and technology to combat superheroes.

Character Development

Over the decades, the Ultra-Humanite has evolved from a simple mad scientist to a complex character with various incarnations, including body-swapping and advanced technology, reflecting the changing landscape of comic book storytelling.

Cultural Reception

The Ultra-Humanite is often regarded as one of the first supervillains in comic book history, paving the way for future villains with his unique blend of intellect and ambition.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
Action Comics #13
Aliases:
The Ultra-Humanite, The Humanite
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Injustice Society, Legion of Doom
Abilities:
Genius-level intellect, Expert in genetics, Mind transfer
Equipment:
Advanced technology, Robotic bodies
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
white

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1st appearance of Ultra-Humanite, the first Superman supervillain

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Variant ⋅ DC ⋅ 2009
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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Origin of Ultra-Humanite

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