Once known as Captain Marvel, DC acquired Shazam in the 1970s and became one of their most powerful heroes. Though initially only licensed by the company, DC Comics took ownership of Shazam in the 1990s, paving the way for an era of brilliant comics starring the hero. Ever since, he has become the magical counterpart to Superman, often teaming up with the Man of Steel – or fighting him.Shazam, also known as the World’s Mightiest Mortal, is the superhero form taken up by Billy Batson, a wholesome American boy who can transform into the hero by speaking the magical word of Shazam. Both as a solo hero and with his Marvel Family, the hero has faced down some of the most creative villains in comics. Since joining the world of DC Comics, the hero has had an incredibly consistently enjoyable run of comic book stories.In 1999, DC gave the Justice Society of America their first ongoing title since All-Star Squadron ended in the Bronze Age. Under the writing of Geoff Johns, Shazam rejoined the JSA, serving as the team’s answer to Superman. With his magical powers, the book established Shazam as a rightful member of the team.RELATED: 10 Most Ambitious DC Villains of All Time, Ranked
Once known as Captain Marvel, DC acquired Shazam in the 1970s and became one of their most powerful heroes. Though initially only licensed by the company, DC Comics took ownership of Shazam in the 1990s, paving the way for an era of brilliant comics starring the hero. Ever since, he has become the magical counterpart to Superman, often teaming up with the Man of Steel – or fighting him.
Shazam, also known as the World’s Mightiest Mortal, is the superhero form taken up by Billy Batson, a wholesome American boy who can transform into the hero by speaking the magical word of Shazam. Both as a solo hero and with his Marvel Family, the hero has faced down some of the most creative villains in comics. Since joining the world of DC Comics, the hero has had an incredibly consistently enjoyable run of comic book stories.
In 1999, DC gave the Justice Society of America their first ongoing title since All-Star Squadron ended in the Bronze Age. Under the writing of Geoff Johns, Shazam rejoined the JSA, serving as the team’s answer to Superman. With his magical powers, the book established Shazam as a rightful member of the team.
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