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Zaora
Faora is a supervillainess appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly in association with Superman. The character was created by Cary Bates and Curt Swan, and first appeared in '' Action Comics'' #471 (May 1977). Most commonly, Faora is an ally and sometimes the wife and/or lover of Superman's Kryptonian nemesis General Zod. Faora appears in the television series ''Smallville'', portrayed by Erica Durance and Sharon Taylor. Faora appears in the DC Extended Universe films '' Man of Steel'' (2013) and the upcoming film ''The Flash'' (2023), portrayed by Antje Traue. Publication history Faora first appeared in '' Action Comics'' #471 (May 1977) and was created by Cary Bates and Curt Swan. Fictional character biography Pre-Crisis The first Faora, Faora Hu-Ul, was introduced in '' Action Comics'' #471. She is a beautiful Kryptonian woman whose unexplained hatred for men led her to torture and kill 23 of them in the secret concentration camp. For this, she ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quex-Ul
Quex-Ul is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. He is depicted as an enemy of Superman. Quex-Ul appeared in the television series ''Krypton'', portrayed by Gordon Alexander. Publication history Quex-Ul first appeared in ''Superman'' #157 (1962) and was created by Curt Swan and Edmond Hamilton. Fictional character biography Pre-''Crisis'' First appearing in ''Superman'' #157 (Nov. 1962), Quex-Ul was a Kryptonian exiled to the Phantom Zone when he was convicted of killing Rondors, an endangered species, to use their healing horns for the purpose of profit. He confessed and spent his time in the Zone, but was released by Superman when his time was up. Not a grateful sort, he attempted to lure Superman into a gold kryptonite trap, until Superman discovered that Quex-Ul had actually been controlled by another Kryptonian, Rog-Ar, the true rondor killer. Learning this, Quex-Ul threw himself into the trap to save the hero, losing his powers and memory. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
General Zod
General Zod is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics, commonly known as an List of Superman enemies, adversary of the superhero Superman. The character, who first appeared in ''Adventure Comics'' #283 (April 1961 in comics, 1961), was created by Robert Bernstein (comics), Robert Bernstein and initially designed by George Papp. As a Krypton (comics), Kryptonian, he exhibits the same powers and abilities as Superman and is consequently viewed as one of his greatest enemies alongside Lex Luthor, Darkseid and Brainiac (character), Brainiac. He is also well known for his famous catchphrase, “Kneel before Zod!” Originally depicted as bald and clean-shaven, Zod's look in popular culture was defined by the character's General Zod (1978 film series character), depiction by Terence Stamp in the films ''Superman (1978), Superman'' and ''Superman II'' starring Christopher Reeve. Eventually, the character was reintroduced to the DC Multiverse with black hai ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
