Authority, The
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Creation & Design

The Authority was created by Warren Ellis and Bryan Hitch as a reimagining of the superhero team concept, focusing on a more proactive and sometimes violent approach to heroism.

Early Years

Initially introduced as part of the Stormwatch series, The Authority quickly gained popularity and was spun off into its own title, showcasing a diverse team of superheroes who often clashed with governmental and corporate powers.

Character Development

Over the years, The Authority has evolved from a traditional superhero team into a complex group that grapples with ethical dilemmas and the consequences of their actions, often reflecting real-world issues.

Cultural Reception

The Authority received critical acclaim for its bold storytelling and complex characters, influencing many subsequent superhero narratives.

Character Details

Real Name:
N/A
Aliases:
The Authority
Species:
Human
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Stormwatch, Wildstorm Universe
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Telepathy, Energy manipulation
Equipment:
Advanced technology, Weapons
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
N/A
Hair Color:
N/A

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Stormwatch #37

Image • 1996 • Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Jack Hawksmoor

1st appearance of Jenny Sparks

1st appearance of Rose Tattoo

Stormwatch #48

Image • 1997 • Vol. 1
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1st team appearance of the Changers: The Engineer (1st), The Doctor (1st), Eidolon (1st), Blind (1st), Smoke (1st), The High, Wish

The Authority #1

WildStorm • 1999 • Vol. 1
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1st appearance of the second Engineer, Angela Spica, a scientist who replaced her blood with liquid nanites

1st appearance of Jeroen Thornedike, the new Doctor with reality altering powers

1st appearance of Gamorra, a dictator

The Authority #12

WildStorm • 2000 • Vol. 1
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Death of Jenny Sparks

Reincarnation of Jenny Sparks as Jenny Quantum, as a baby

The Authority #13

WildStorm • 2000 • Vol. 1
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Ultra-violent satire of superheroes by new creative team, Mark Millar and Frank Quitely

1st appearance of Jacob Krigstein, creator of the super-villain team The Americans - parody of Jack Kirby and The Avengers

DC / Wildstorm: Dreamwar #2

DC • 2008 • Vol. 1
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First battle of Superman versus the Authority

The Wild Storm #22

WildStorm • 2019 • Vol. 1
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Reintroduction of The Authority: Jenny Sparks, Apollo, Midnighter, Jack Hawksmoor, The Engineer, Shen Li-Men

Superman and the Authority #1

DC • 2021 • Vol. 1
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New Authority roster led by Manchester Black: Midnighter, Apollo, Enchantress, Natasha Irons, Lightray, O.M.A.C.

Stormwatch #4

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1st appearance of Apollo

1st appearance of Midnighter

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