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DARKSEID
610
APPEARANCES
1661
TOTAL ISSUES
231
SERIES
Darkseid is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by writer-artist Jack Kirby, the character made a cameo appearance in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #134 (November 1970) before making his full first appearance in Forever People #1 (February 1971). He is the father of Orion, Kalibak, Grayven and Grail. As the tyrannical ruler of the planet Apokolips, Darkseid's ultimate goal is to conquer the universe and eliminate all free will. One of the most powerful beings in the DC Universe, the character became a staple Superman villain and is considered the archenemy of the Justice League.
FIRST APPEARANCE
Superman's Pal, Jimmy Olsen #134
December 1970
Earliest catalogued appearance of Darkseid.
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CREATORS
Writers and artists on Darkseid's earliest appearances.
