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Superwoman
Superwoman is the name of several fictional characters in DC Comics. Most of them are, like Supergirl, women with powers similar to those of Superman, such as flight, invulnerability, and enhanced strength. In 1942, DC Comics trademarked the name and an ashcan copy (publication produced solely for legal purposes) was created with the title of ''Superwoman'' to prevent competitors from using it. The cover was a reproduction of ''More Fun Comics'' #73 with the interior being a reprint of the third issue of ''Action Comics''. The first true appearance of Superwoman was in ''Action Comics'' #60 (May 1943). Fictional character biography Lois Lane The first appearance of "Superwoman" in a DC comic was in a May 1943 story in ''Action Comics'' #60 by Jerry Siegel and George Roussos, where Lois Lane dreams that she has gained superpowers from a blood transfusion from Superman and launches a career as Superwoman. A 1947 ''Superman (comic book), Superman'' #45 (March–April 1947) comi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Superwoman (Crime Syndicate)
Superwoman of the Crime Syndicate of America is a supervillain appearing in stories published by DC Comics. One of several characters to use the name Superwoman in DC, she is an alternate-universe counterpart of Wonder Woman. The character first appeared in ''Justice League of America'' #29 (August 1964). Fictional character biography Pre-Crisis version In 1964, an evil counterpart of Wonder Woman from a parallel universe named "Superwoman" was introduced. This Superwoman is a member of the Crime Syndicate of America, a villainous counterpart of the Justice League, Justice League of America from the parallel world of "Earth-Three" (vs. the Justice League's world of "Earth-One"). Superwoman, like Wonder Woman, is an Amazons, Amazon, and possesses similar powers of super-strength and flight. Unlike most/all other versions, her golden lasso can change shape into any form she desires, including a giant winged serpent. The Crime Syndicate first comes to Earth-1 to battle the Justice Le ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |