Ultraman

Creation & Design

Ultraman was created by Eiji Tsuburaya and first appeared in the 1966 television series. The character was designed to be a hero who protects Earth from giant monsters and alien threats.

Early Years

Initially introduced in the 'Ultraman' TV series, the character quickly gained popularity, leading to various adaptations, including films, comics, and merchandise.

Character Development

Over the years, Ultraman has evolved from a simple hero into a complex character with rich backstories, exploring themes of sacrifice, heroism, and the responsibility of power.

Cultural Reception

Ultraman has been widely received as a cultural icon in Japan and around the world, influencing generations of fans and creators.

Character Details

Real Name:
Hayata Shin
First Appearance:
Ninja High School #7
Aliases:
Ultraman, Ultraman Tiga, Ultraman Zero
Species:
Alien
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Science Patrol, Ultra Brothers
Abilities:
Super strength, Flight, Energy projection
Equipment:
Beta Capsule, Ultra Bracelet
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
7' 6"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
silver

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Antarctic ⋅ 1988
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Unofficial, unlicensed appearance of Ultraman, Superman, Macross, Valkyries, Pilot Snoopy

Harvey ⋅ 1993
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1st appearance of Ultraman

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Ultraman adapted into a Netflix 3-D anime series

Ultraman #1

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Variant ⋅ Harvey ⋅ 1993
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First published virgin variant cover

Marvel ⋅ 2005
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Morph shapeshifts into Ultraman

Unofficial appearance of Ultraman in the Marvel Universe

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Origin of Ultraman

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Variant cover art by Ed McGuinness

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Variant cover art by Adi Granov

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