Darkseid
Creation & Design
Darkseid was created by Jack Kirby as part of his Fourth World saga, introduced in the early 1970s. He was designed as a powerful antagonist for the New Gods and a representation of tyranny and oppression.Early Years
Darkseid first appeared in the pages of Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen and quickly became a central figure in the DC Universe, often clashing with Superman and the Justice League.Character Development
Over the years, Darkseid has evolved from a simple villain to a complex character with deep motivations, often representing the darker aspects of power and control. His interactions with other characters have added layers to his persona, making him one of the most iconic villains in comic book history.Cultural Reception
Darkseid has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often cited as one of the greatest comic book villains. His portrayal in various media, including animated series and films, has solidified his status in popular culture.Character Details
Real Name:
Uxas
Aliases:
Lord of Apokolips, The Dark God, The Tyrant of Apokolips
Species:
New God
Gender:
male
Affiliations:
Apokolips, The New Gods, The Anti-Life Equation
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Telepathy, Energy manipulation, Immortality
Equipment:
Omega Beams, Mother Box, Anti-Life Equation
Weight:
300lbs
Height:
0' 6"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
none
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Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #133
DC
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Morgan Edge
1st team appearance of Intergang, an organized crime ring outfitted with high-tech weaponry from Apokolips
Introduction of what would later be referred to as The Fourth World, where New Genesis and Apokolips replaced the Asgardian gods after Ragnarok
Key Facts
1st appearance of Morgan Edge
1st team appearance of Intergang, an organized crime ring outfitted with high-tech weaponry from Apokolips
Introduction of what would later be referred to as The Fourth World, where New Genesis and Apokolips replaced the Asgardian gods after Ragnarok
Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #134
DC
•
1970
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Darkseid, the ruler of Apokolips
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Darkseid, the ruler of Apokolips
Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #135
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
2nd cameo appearance of Darkseid
1st appearance of Simyan and Mokkari, henchmen of Darkseid
1st appearance of the Golden Guardian, James Harper
1st appearance of Project Cadmus, responsible for genetic experimentation and cloning
Key Facts
2nd cameo appearance of Darkseid
1st appearance of Simyan and Mokkari, henchmen of Darkseid
1st appearance of the Golden Guardian, James Harper
1st appearance of Project Cadmus, responsible for genetic experimentation and cloning
Forever People, The #1
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st full appearance of Darkseid
1st team appearance of The Forever People: Beautiful Dreamer, Mark Moonrider, Serifan, Big Bear, Vykin the Black
First mention of Mother Boxes, sentient supercomputers of vast power and the Anti-Life Equation
1st appearance of Infinity-Man, a protector of The Forever People
Key Facts
1st full appearance of Darkseid
1st team appearance of The Forever People: Beautiful Dreamer, Mark Moonrider, Serifan, Big Bear, Vykin the Black
First mention of Mother Boxes, sentient supercomputers of vast power and the Anti-Life Equation
1st appearance of Infinity-Man, a protector of The Forever People
New Gods #1
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Orion, son of Darkseid
1st appearance of Highfather, Leader of New Genesis
1st appearance of Metron, Boom Tube inventor
1st appearance of Kalibak. son of Darkseid
1st appearance of Lightray
1st team appearance of the Parademons
Introduction of New Genesis and Apokolips
Debut of the Mobius Chair
Key Facts
1st appearance of Orion, son of Darkseid
1st appearance of Highfather, Leader of New Genesis
1st appearance of Metron, Boom Tube inventor
1st appearance of Kalibak. son of Darkseid
1st appearance of Lightray
1st team appearance of the Parademons
Introduction of New Genesis and Apokolips
Debut of the Mobius Chair
New Gods #2
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st cover and 2nd full appearance of Darkseid
1st cameo team appearance of the Deep Six, Darkseid's mercenary force that respawn when killed
1st cameo appearance of Slig
Key Facts
1st cover and 2nd full appearance of Darkseid
1st cameo team appearance of the Deep Six, Darkseid's mercenary force that respawn when killed
1st cameo appearance of Slig
Forever People, The #3
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Glorious Godfrey, a member of Darkseid's Elite
1st team appearance of the Justifiers, Darkseid's mercenary force
Key Facts
1st appearance of Glorious Godfrey, a member of Darkseid's Elite
1st team appearance of the Justifiers, Darkseid's mercenary force
New Gods #3
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of the Black Racer, the physical embodiment of death
Key Facts
1st appearance of the Black Racer, the physical embodiment of death
Mister Miracle #3
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Doctor Bedlam, a scientist whose area of study is terror
3rd appearance of Mister Miracle
Key Facts
1st appearance of Doctor Bedlam, a scientist whose area of study is terror
3rd appearance of Mister Miracle
Forever People, The #5
DC
•
1971
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
First mention of the Anti-Life Equation, an undiscovered formula of emotions that have the potential to destroy free will
1st appearance of Lonar, a solitary New God and his horse, Thunderer
Key Facts
First mention of the Anti-Life Equation, an undiscovered formula of emotions that have the potential to destroy free will
1st appearance of Lonar, a solitary New God and his horse, Thunderer
Forever People, The #6
DC
•
1972
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Introduction of Darkseid's Omega beams, referred to as 'finder beams' capable of destroying life
Key Facts
Introduction of Darkseid's Omega beams, referred to as 'finder beams' capable of destroying life
New Gods #7
DC
•
1972
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Origin of Orion
1st appearance of Steppenwolf, Darkseid's Uncle
1st appearance of Tigra, ex-wife of Darkseid and mother of Orion
1st appearance of Heggra, mother of Darkseid
Key Facts
Origin of Orion
1st appearance of Steppenwolf, Darkseid's Uncle
1st appearance of Tigra, ex-wife of Darkseid and mother of Orion
1st appearance of Heggra, mother of Darkseid
New Gods #8
DC
•
1972
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance of Suli, Darkseid's first wife and mother of Kalibak
Key Facts
1st appearance of Suli, Darkseid's first wife and mother of Kalibak
DC Graphic Novel #4
DC
•
1985
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st team appearance of The Hunger Dogs, slaves of Apokolips
1st appearance of Bekka, the daughter of Himon and wife of Orion
Death of Himon
Destruction of New Genesis
Key Facts
1st team appearance of The Hunger Dogs, slaves of Apokolips
1st appearance of Bekka, the daughter of Himon and wife of Orion
Death of Himon
Destruction of New Genesis
New Gods #17
DC
•
1990
•
Vol. 3
Key Facts
1st appearance of Yuga Khan, father of Darkseid
Darkseid vs. Galactus: The Hunger
DC/Marvel
•
1995
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
One-shot crossover story - Galactus's search for worlds to devour leads him to Apokolips, the home of Darkseid
Key Facts
One-shot crossover story - Galactus's search for worlds to devour leads him to Apokolips, the home of Darkseid
Green Lantern #74
DC
•
1996
•
Vol. 3
Key Facts
1st appearance of Grayven, son of Darkseid
Key Facts
1:25 variant cover art featuring Darkseid
Key Facts
Variant cover art by Frank Quitely
Key Facts
Variant cover art by Ivan Reis
Justice League #23.1
DC
•
2013
•
Vol. 2
Key Facts
Origin of Darkseid
Justice League #40
DC
•
2015
•
Vol. 2
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Grail, daughter of Darkseid
âš Misconception: cited by some sources as the first appearance of Grail but she is obscured by shadows in the final panel
First full appearance of Grail - Free Comic Book Day 2015: Divergence #1
Key Facts
1st cameo appearance of Grail, daughter of Darkseid
âš Misconception: cited by some sources as the first appearance of Grail but she is obscured by shadows in the final panel
First full appearance of Grail - Free Comic Book Day 2015: Divergence #1
Justice League #41
DC
•
2015
•
Vol. 2
Key Facts
1st appearance of Myrina Black, the mother of Grail
2nd appearance of Grail
Key Facts
1st appearance of Myrina Black, the mother of Grail
2nd appearance of Grail
Free Comic Book Day 2015: Divergence #1
DC
•
2015
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st full appearance and origin of Grail, daughter of Darkseid
Key Facts
1st full appearance and origin of Grail, daughter of Darkseid
Key Facts
San Diego Comic Con 2015 exclusive
'Fight Poster' edition featuring Darkseid vs the Anti-Monitor
Key Facts
San Diego Comic Con 2015 exclusive
'Fight Poster' edition featuring Darkseid vs the Anti-Monitor
Justice League #50
DC
•
2016
•
Vol. 2
Key Facts
Jessica Cruz becomes a Green Lantern
Death of Myrina Black
1st appearance of Jason, Wonder Woman's brother
Batman reveals that the Mobius Chair informed him that there are three individual Jokers who he has faced throughout the years
Key Facts
Jessica Cruz becomes a Green Lantern
Death of Myrina Black
1st appearance of Jason, Wonder Woman's brother
Batman reveals that the Mobius Chair informed him that there are three individual Jokers who he has faced throughout the years
Mister Miracle #11
DC
•
2018
•
Vol. 4
Key Facts
Death of Darkseid
Key Facts
Variant cover art by Puppeteer Lee
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