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Creation & Design

Vigilante was created as a response to the growing popularity of vigilante characters in the 1970s, embodying themes of justice and morality.

Early Years

Adrian Chase was a district attorney who turned to vigilantism after the murder of his family, seeking to deliver justice outside the law.

Character Development

Over the years, Vigilante has evolved from a straightforward vigilante to a complex character grappling with the moral implications of his actions, often reflecting the darker aspects of justice.

Cultural Reception

Vigilante has been well-received for his depth and moral complexity, often seen as a reflection of societal issues regarding justice and law enforcement.

Character Details

Real Name:
Adrian Chase
First Appearance:
New Teen Titans #23
Aliases:
The Vigilante, The Vigilante (II)
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice League, Suicide Squad
Abilities:
Expert marksman, Hand-to-hand combat, Tactical genius
Equipment:
Firearms, Body armor, Various gadgets
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown

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New Teen Titans #23
DC ⋅ 1982
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New Teen Titans #23
 
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1st full appearance of Blackfire

1st appearance of Adrian Chase, later becomes Vigilante

New Teen Titans #35
DC ⋅ 1983
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1st cameo appearance of Vigilante, in costume, one panel

New Teen Titans Annual #2
DC ⋅ 1983
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1st appearance of Vigilante in costume

1st appearance of Lyla Michaels, later becomes Harbinger

1st appearance of Cheshire, Jade Nguyen, a deadly assassin

Vigilante #1
DC ⋅ 1983
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First ongoing series featuring Vigilante

Vigilante #6
DC ⋅ 1984
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Vigilante #6
 
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Origin of Vigilante

Vigilante #7
DC ⋅ 1984
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Origin of Vigilante

Vigilante #36
DC ⋅ 1986
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First meeting of Peacemaker and Vigilante

Death of the second Vigilante

Adrian Chase reclaims the Vigilante mantle

Introduction of the Agency, a team that would later become Checkmate

Vigilante #50
DC ⋅ 1988
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Death of Vigilante, Adrian Chase, commits suicide

Final issue

Deathstroke the Terminator #6
DC ⋅ 1992
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Deathstroke the Terminator #6
 
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1st appearance of Patricia Trayce, later becomes the second Vigilante

Deathstroke the Terminator #9
DC ⋅ 1992
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Deathstroke the Terminator #9
 
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1st appearance of the second Vigilante, Patricia Trayce, in costume

Deathstroke the Terminator #10
DC ⋅ 1992
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Debut of Patricia Trayce new Vigilante costume

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