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Creation & Design

Zorro was created by writer Johnston McCulley and first appeared in the serialized story 'The Curse of Capistrano' in 1919. The character was designed as a masked vigilante who defends the downtrodden against corrupt officials and bandits.

Early Years

Zorro quickly became a popular character in literature and film, representing the archetype of the masked hero. His adventures often took place in Spanish California, where he fought for justice while maintaining his secret identity.

Character Development

Over the years, Zorro has evolved from a simple vigilante hero to a complex character who embodies themes of justice, rebellion, and the fight against oppression. His legacy continues to inspire adaptations in various forms of media, including film, television, and comics.

Cultural Reception

Zorro has been well-received by audiences since his inception, becoming a cultural icon and a symbol of justice and heroism.

Character Details

Real Name:
Don Diego de la Vega
First Appearance:
Four Color #228
Aliases:
The Fox
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The People of California, The Spanish Colonial Government
Abilities:
Master swordsman, Acrobatics, Stealth, Disguise
Equipment:
Sword, Whip, Horse (Tornado)
Weight:
160lbs
Height:
6' 10"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black

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Four Color #228
Dell ⋅ 1949
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Four Color #228
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Zorro in comic books, officially

Unlicensed appearance in Hit Comics #55 (1948) without attribution to the creator, Johnston McCulley

Titled 'The Mark of Zorro,’ the same as the 1920s silent film

Both movie and comic were adaptations of the first Zorro novella, 'The Curse of Capistrano'

Django / Zorro #1
Dynamite ⋅ 2014
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Django / Zorro #1
 
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Team-up of Django and Zorro

Co-published by DC and Dynamite

Zorro A Century of Swashbuckling #1
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American Mythology ⋅ 2020
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Zorro A Century of Swashbuckling #1
 
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Key Facts

One-shot of pin-ups celebrating the 100th Anniversary of Zorro

Zorro debuted August 1919 in All-Story Weekly, a pulp magazine

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