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Witches of New Salem, The
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Creation & Design

The Witches of New Salem were created as a response to the growing interest in witchcraft and the occult during the 1970s. They were designed to embody the archetype of witches in popular culture.

Early Years

Initially introduced in horror-themed comics, the witches were often depicted as antagonists or misunderstood figures. Their stories explored themes of power, fear, and societal rejection.

Character Development

Over the years, the Witches of New Salem have evolved from mere horror tropes to complex characters with rich backstories, often serving as both heroes and anti-heroes in the DC Universe.

Cultural Reception

The Witches of New Salem have been received with a mix of intrigue and skepticism, often reflecting societal attitudes towards witchcraft and feminism.

Character Details

Real Name:
Various
First Appearance:
Fantastic Four #185
Aliases:
The Witches, New Salem Witches
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
The Coven, Justice League Dark
Abilities:
Magic, Potion Brewing, Spell Casting
Equipment:
Wands, Grimoires, Magical Artifacts
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
5' 5"
Eye Color:
varies
Hair Color:
varies

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Fantastic Four #185
Marvel ⋅ 1977
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Fantastic Four #185
 
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$9
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Nicholas Scratch, a warlock and the son of Agatha Harkness

1st full team appearance of the Witches of New Salem

[November 2021 - speculation that the pet rabbit from WandaVision named 'Scratch' will turn out to be more than it seems in House of Harkness, Agatha's solo Disney+ series]

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