Captain Thunder
Creation & Design
Captain Thunder was created during the Golden Age of Comics, designed to be a superhero that could appeal to children and families.Early Years
Initially introduced in the 1940s, Captain Thunder quickly became a popular character, rivaling Superman in terms of sales and recognition.Character Development
Over the years, Captain Thunder has evolved from a simple superhero into a complex character with rich backstories, moral dilemmas, and a strong connection to family and friendship.Cultural Reception
Captain Thunder has been well-received by audiences, often praised for his relatable character and the moral lessons embedded in his stories.Character Details
Real Name:
Billy Batson
Aliases:
Shazam, Captain Marvel
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice Society of America, Justice League, Shazam Family
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Speed, Flight, Magic, Wisdom of Solomon
Equipment:
Magic lightning bolt, Shazam powers
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
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12-page black and white Ashcan, a way to establish copyright by printing small-quantities and distributing to show proof of intellectual property ownership
1st appearance of Captain Thunder (Billy Batson), renamed Captain Marvel to avoid more copyright issues from Fiction House's character Captain Terry Thunder
Fawcett couldn't use the title Flash Comics due to All-American Comics (DC) already having secured the rights
8 copies were printed in 1940 but prior to 1986, collectors were unaware of its existence
High value is from a 2008 sale of a 9.4 graded copy
12-page black and white Ashcan, a way to establish copyright by printing small-quantities and distributing to show proof of intellectual property ownership
1st appearance of Captain Thunder (Billy Batson), renamed Captain Marvel to avoid more copyright issues from Fiction House's character Captain Terry Thunder
Fawcett couldn't use the title Flash Comics due to All-American Comics (DC) already having secured the rights
8 copies were printed in 1940 but prior to 1986, collectors were unaware of its existence
High value is from a 2008 sale of a 9.4 graded copy
Thrill Comics #1
Fawcett
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1940
•
Vol. 1
12-page black and white Ashcan, a way to establish copyright by printing small-quantities and distributing to show proof of intellectual property ownership
1st appearance of Captain Thunder (Billy Batson), renamed Captain Marvel to avoid more copyright issues from Fiction House's character Captain Terry Thunder
Fawcett was forced to select the name Whiz Comics after Better Publications acquired the title Thrilling Comics
3 copies were printed in 1940 but prior to 1986, collectors were unaware of its existence
High value is from a 2008 sale of a 9.0 graded copy
12-page black and white Ashcan, a way to establish copyright by printing small-quantities and distributing to show proof of intellectual property ownership
1st appearance of Captain Thunder (Billy Batson), renamed Captain Marvel to avoid more copyright issues from Fiction House's character Captain Terry Thunder
Fawcett was forced to select the name Whiz Comics after Better Publications acquired the title Thrilling Comics
3 copies were printed in 1940 but prior to 1986, collectors were unaware of its existence
High value is from a 2008 sale of a 9.0 graded copy
Superman #276
DC
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1974
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Vol. 1
1st modern appearance of Captain Thunder, an alternate timeline version of Captain Marvel who made very few appearances
Reference to the Fawcett Ashcan version of Captain Thunder
1st modern appearance of Captain Thunder, an alternate timeline version of Captain Marvel who made very few appearances
Reference to the Fawcett Ashcan version of Captain Thunder
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