Ursa

Creation & Design

Ursa was created by writer John Byrne and artist John Byrne for the Superman comics, introduced as a formidable foe for Superman and a member of General Zod's faction.

Early Years

Ursa first appeared in the 1988 comic series, where she was depicted as a fierce warrior from Krypton, loyal to General Zod and a significant threat to Superman.

Character Development

Over the years, Ursa has evolved from a mere antagonist to a complex character with her own motivations, often reflecting the struggles of loyalty, power, and identity as a Kryptonian.

Cultural Reception

Ursa has been well-received as a strong female character in the Superman mythos, often praised for her depth and complexity.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ursa Zod
First Appearance:
Action Comics #845
Aliases:
Ursa, General Zod's Lieutenant
Species:
Kryptonian
Gender:
female
Affiliations:
Kryptonian Military, The Phantom Zone
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Heat vision, Enhanced durability
Equipment:
Kryptonian technology
Weight:
150lbs
Height:
6' 8"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
black

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1st appearance of General Zod, Non and Ursa as they are represented in the Superman movie

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Christopher Kent revealed to be Lor-Zod, the son of General Zod and Ursa

DC ⋅ 2017
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1st team appearance of House of Zod: General Zod, Ursa, Lor-Zod

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