Zatanna
Creation & Design
Zatanna was created by writer Gardner Fox and artist Murphy Anderson, first appearing in 1964. She was designed as a powerful magician and a stage performer, drawing inspiration from the classic magician archetype.Early Years
Zatanna's early years were marked by her training in magic, influenced by her father, Giovanni Zatara, a famous magician. She often found herself battling supernatural threats and becoming a key member of various superhero teams.Character Development
Over the years, Zatanna has evolved from a supporting character to a central figure in the magical community of the DC Universe. Her character development has explored themes of identity, legacy, and the responsibilities that come with great power.Cultural Reception
Zatanna has been well-received by fans and critics alike, often praised for her strong character and complex storylines. She has become a symbol of female empowerment in the comic book world.Character Details
Real Name:
Zatanna Zatara
Aliases:
Zatanna the Magician, Zatanna Zatara
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Justice League Dark, Justice League, Sentinels of Magic
Abilities:
Magic, Illusion Casting, Telepathy, Telekinesis
Equipment:
Magic Wand, Spellbook
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black
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Action Comics #1
DC
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1938
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Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Superman
1st appearance of Lois Lane
1st appearance of Zatara, Zatanna's father
1st appearance of Tex Thompson, later becomes Mr. America
🌎 Currently holds the world record for the highest comic sale in history after a 9.0 copy from the collection of Nicolas Cage sold for $15 million dollars in December 2025
💰 In June 2024, an 8.5 Kansas City Pedigree sold for $6,000,000
Key Facts
1st appearance of Superman
1st appearance of Lois Lane
1st appearance of Zatara, Zatanna's father
1st appearance of Tex Thompson, later becomes Mr. America
🌎 Currently holds the world record for the highest comic sale in history after a 9.0 copy from the collection of Nicolas Cage sold for $15 million dollars in December 2025
💰 In June 2024, an 8.5 Kansas City Pedigree sold for $6,000,000
Hawkman #4
DC
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1964
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st appearance and origin of Zatanna
Atom #19
DC
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1965
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Vol. 1
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2nd appearance and first cover appearance of Zatanna
Green Lantern #42
DC
•
1966
•
Vol. 2
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3rd appearance of Zatanna
Justice League of America #51
DC
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1967
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Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Zatara in the Silver Age
1st appearance of Allura, Mistress of Dark Elements and enemy of Zatanna
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1st appearance of Zatara in the Silver Age
1st appearance of Allura, Mistress of Dark Elements and enemy of Zatanna
Flash #198
DC
•
1970
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Vol. 1
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First solo story featuring Zatanna
Supergirl #5
DC
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Origin of Zatanna
Supergirl #7
DC
•
1973
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
First team-up of Supergirl and Zatanna
DC Super-Stars #11
DC
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1977
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Vol. 1
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Reprinted stories featuring Zatanna collected from Adventure Comics #412 thru #415
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Reprinted stories featuring Zatanna collected from Adventure Comics #412 thru #415
Justice League of America #161
DC
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1978
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Vol. 1
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Zatanna joins the JLA
Debut of new Zatanna costume
Justice League of America #163
DC
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1979
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Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Sindella, mother of Zatanna
Saga of the Swamp Thing #49
DC
•
1986
•
Vol. 1
Key Facts
Unofficial cameo team appearance of the Justice League Dark: Swamp Thing, Hellblazer, Deadman, Phantom Stranger, Dr. Occult, Etrigan The Demon, Zatanna, The Spectre, Sargon and Dr. Fate
1st cameo appearance of the Great Evil Beast aka the Great Darkness
Key Facts
Unofficial cameo team appearance of the Justice League Dark: Swamp Thing, Hellblazer, Deadman, Phantom Stranger, Dr. Occult, Etrigan The Demon, Zatanna, The Spectre, Sargon and Dr. Fate
1st cameo appearance of the Great Evil Beast aka the Great Darkness
Catwoman #50
DC
•
2006
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Vol. 3
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Cover art by Adam Hughes
Teen Titans #34
DC
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2006
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Vol. 3
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1st appearance of Zachary Zatara, cousin to Zatanna
1st appearance of Marvin Harris and Wendy White, characters based off the Wonder Twins
Key Facts
1st appearance of Zachary Zatara, cousin to Zatanna
1st appearance of Marvin Harris and Wendy White, characters based off the Wonder Twins
Catwoman #58
DC
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2006
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Vol. 3
Key Facts
Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Zatanna
Catwoman #72
DC
•
2007
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Vol. 3
Key Facts
Cover art by Adam Hughes featuring Zatanna
Brave and the Bold, The #33
DC
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2010
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Vol. 3
Key Facts
Tie-in to 'The Killing Joke'
Zatanna has a vision that Barbara will be paralyzed by the Joker but knowing she can't do anything to change it, she takes the girls out for a night of fun and dancing
Key Facts
Tie-in to 'The Killing Joke'
Zatanna has a vision that Barbara will be paralyzed by the Joker but knowing she can't do anything to change it, she takes the girls out for a night of fun and dancing
Zatanna #1
DC
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2010
•
Vol. 2
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1st appearance of Brother Night, a soul trafficker
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland
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Variant cover art by Brian Bolland
Zatanna #11
DC
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2011
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Vol. 2
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Cover art by Adam Hughes
Zatanna #12
DC
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2011
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Vol. 2
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Cover art by Amanda Conner
Zatanna #13
DC
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2011
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Vol. 2
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Cover art by Adam Hughes
Zatanna #14
DC
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2011
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Vol. 2
Key Facts
Cover art by Adam Hughes
Zatanna #15
DC
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2011
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Vol. 2
Key Facts
Cover art by Adam Hughes
Zatanna #16
DC
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2011
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Vol. 2
Key Facts
Cover art by Adam Hughes
Final issue
Justice League Dark #1
DC
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2011
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
1st team appearance of Justice League Dark: Hellblazer, Shade the Changing Man, Madame Xanadu, Deadman, Zatanna
Key Facts
1st team appearance of Justice League Dark: Hellblazer, Shade the Changing Man, Madame Xanadu, Deadman, Zatanna
All New Batman: The Brave and the Bold #12
DC
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2011
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Vol. 1
Key Facts
Team-up of Batman and Zatanna
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