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Creation & Design

Zatanna was created by writer Gardner Fox and artist Murphy Anderson, first appearing in 1964. She was designed as a powerful magician and a stage performer, drawing inspiration from the classic magician archetype.

Early Years

Zatanna's early years were marked by her training in magic, influenced by her father, Giovanni Zatara, a famous magician. She often found herself battling supernatural threats and becoming a key member of various superhero teams.

Character Development

Over the years, Zatanna has evolved from a supporting character to a central figure in the magical community of the DC Universe. Her character development has explored themes of identity, legacy, and the responsibilities that come with great power.

Cultural Reception

Zatanna has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her strong character and complex storylines. She has become a symbol of female empowerment in the comic book world.

Character Details

Real Name:
Zatanna Zatara
Aliases:
Zatanna the Magician, Zatanna Zatara
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Justice League Dark, Justice League, Sentinels of Magic
Abilities:
Magic, Illusion Casting, Telepathy, Telekinesis
Equipment:
Magic Wand, Spellbook
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Action Comics #1

DC ⋅ 1938

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Action Comics #1
 
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1st appearance of Superman

1st appearance of Lois Lane

1st appearance of Zatara, Zatanna's father

1st appearance of Tex Thompson, later becomes Mr. America

Hawkman #4

DC ⋅ 1964

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Hawkman #4
 
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1st appearance and origin of Zatanna

🔮DC Possibilities: On many levels Zatanna presents an incredible franchise opportunity for Warner Bros. and, if done right, could bring a fresh take to the superhero genre if focusing more on the magical power-set in a darker horror tone

Atom #19

DC ⋅ 1965

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Atom #19
 
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2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Zatanna

Green Lantern #42

DC ⋅ 1966

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Green Lantern #42
 
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3rd appearance of Zatanna

Justice League of America #51

DC ⋅ 1967

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Justice League of America #51
 
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1st appearance of Zatara in the Silver Age

1st appearance of Allura, Mistress of Dark Elements and enemy of Zatanna

Flash #198

DC ⋅ 1970

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Flash #198
 
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First solo story featuring Zatanna

Supergirl #5

DC ⋅ 1973

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Supergirl #5
 
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Origin of Zatanna

Supergirl #7

DC ⋅ 1973

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Supergirl #7
 
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First team-up of Supergirl and Zatanna

DC Super-Stars #11

DC ⋅ 1977

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DC Super-Stars #11
 
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Reprinted stories featuring Zatanna collected from Adventure Comics #412 thru #415

Justice League of America #161

DC ⋅ 1978

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Justice League of America #161
 
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Zatanna joins the JLA

Debut of new Zatanna costume

Justice League of America #163

DC ⋅ 1979

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Justice League of America #163
 
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1st appearance of Sindella, mother of Zatanna

Saga of the Swamp Thing #49

DC ⋅ 1986

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Saga of the Swamp Thing #49
 
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Unofficial cameo team appearance of the Justice League Dark: Swamp Thing, Hellblazer, Deadman, Phantom Stranger, Dr. Occult, Etrigan The Demon, Zatanna, The Spectre, Sargon and Dr. Fate

1st cameo appearance of the Great Evil Beast aka the Great Darkness

Catwoman #50

DC ⋅ 2006

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Catwoman #50
 
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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Teen Titans #34

DC ⋅ 2006

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Teen Titans #34
 
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1st appearance of Zachary Zatara, cousin to Zatanna

Catwoman #58

DC ⋅ 2006

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Catwoman #58
 
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Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Zatanna

Catwoman #72

DC ⋅ 2007

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Catwoman #72
 
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Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Zatanna

Brave and the Bold, The #33

DC ⋅ 2010

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Brave and the Bold, The #33
 
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Tie-in to 'The Killing Joke'

Zatanna has a vision that Barbara will be paralyzed by the Joker but knowing she can't do anything to change it, she takes the girls out for a night of fun and dancing

Zatanna #1

DC ⋅ 2010

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1st appearance of Brother Night

Zatanna #1

1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland

Zatanna #2

1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland

Zatanna #3

1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland

Zatanna #4

1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland

Zatanna #5

1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland

Zatanna #6

1:10 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2010

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Zatanna #6
 
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland

Zatanna #8

DC ⋅ 2011

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Zatanna #8
 
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Cover art by Stephane Roux

Zatanna #11

DC ⋅ 2011

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Zatanna #11
 
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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Zatanna #12

DC ⋅ 2011

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Zatanna #12
 
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Cover art by Amanda Conner

Zatanna #13

DC ⋅ 2011

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Zatanna #13
 
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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Zatanna #14

DC ⋅ 2011

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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Zatanna #15

DC ⋅ 2011

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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Zatanna #16

DC ⋅ 2011

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Cover art by Adam Hughes

Final issue

Justice League Dark #1

DC ⋅ 2011

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Justice League Dark #1
 
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1st team appearance of Justice League Dark: Hellblazer, Shade the Changing Man, Madame Xanadu, Deadman, Zatanna

All New Batman: The Brave and the Bold #12

DC ⋅ 2011

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All New Batman: The Brave and the Bold #12
 
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Team-up of Batman and Zatanna

Justice League Dark #28

1:25 ⋅ DC ⋅ 2014

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Justice League Dark #28
 
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Variant cover art by Tommy Lee Edwards

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