Hourman
Creation & Design
Hourman was created during the Golden Age of Comics, designed as a superhero who could gain superhuman abilities for one hour after taking a special drug called Miraclo.Early Years
Rex Tyler debuted in 1940 and quickly became a member of the Justice Society of America, using his powers to fight crime and injustice.Character Development
Over the years, Hourman has evolved from a simple Golden Age hero to a complex character dealing with personal issues, including addiction and legacy, while still embodying the ideals of heroism.Cultural Reception
Hourman has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for his unique powers and the moral dilemmas he faces.Character Details
Real Name:
Rex Tyler
Aliases:
Hourman, The Man of the Hour
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Justice Society of America, Justice League, Infinity Inc.
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Enhanced speed, Enhanced agility, Precognition
Equipment:
Miraclo pills
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
brown
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1st appearance and origin of Hourman, Rex Tyler
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1st appearance and origin of Hourman, Rex Tyler
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2nd appearance of Hourman
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Cover art by Bernard Baily
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1st team appearance and origin of the Justice Society of America, the first superhero team in history: Atom, Flash, Sandman, Spectre, Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Green Lantern, Hourman
3rd appearance of the Atom
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1st team appearance and origin of the Justice Society of America, the first superhero team in history: Atom, Flash, Sandman, Spectre, Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Green Lantern, Hourman
3rd appearance of the Atom
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2nd team appearance of the Justice Society of America
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2nd team appearance of the Justice Society of America
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Jimmy Martin becomes Hourman's Sidekick
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First meeting of the Justice Society of America and the Justice League of America
First meeting of Green Arrow and Black Canary
First meeting and team-up of Alan Scott, the Golden Age Green Lantern and Hal Jordan, the Silver Age Green Lantern
1st appearance of Dr. Fate and Hourman in the Silver Age
2nd appearance of Chronos
"Crisis on Earth" part 1
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First meeting of the Justice Society of America and the Justice League of America
First meeting of Green Arrow and Black Canary
First meeting and team-up of Alan Scott, the Golden Age Green Lantern and Hal Jordan, the Silver Age Green Lantern
1st appearance of Dr. Fate and Hourman in the Silver Age
2nd appearance of Chronos
"Crisis on Earth" part 1
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1st appearance of Rick Tyler, becomes the second Hourman
1st appearance of Beth Chapel as Dr. Midnight
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1st appearance of Rick Tyler, becomes the second Hourman
1st appearance of Beth Chapel as Dr. Midnight
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1st appearance of the second Hourman, Rick Tyler
1st appearance of Beth Chapel as Dr. Midnight, in costume
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1st appearance of the second Hourman, Rick Tyler
1st appearance of Beth Chapel as Dr. Midnight, in costume
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1st appearance of Hourman, Matthew Tyler
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