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200

Within their very first issue, this comic hero became the first DC superhero to ever reveal their secret identity.

Superman, Action Comics #1

200

Re-established by Alan Moore in ‘Swamp Thing #52’, Gotham city is documented as founded in what year?

1635

200

(New 52)

After being gravely injured, and near close to death, Victor Stone is saved by his father through the means of what device?

The Mother Box

200

On March 30, 1939, the caped crusader appears on the nation's newsstands, introducing the world to a new superhero, in Detective Comics issue No.___

Detective Comics No. 27

200

The MAFEX series is a line of high-quality, articulated action figures produced by this Japanese toy company.

Medicom Toy

400

(New Earth)

Centuries ago on Ma’aleca’andra, a set of twins were born. One of them born a mutant, bereft of a their genetically innate ability to communicate telepathically. This one of the twins going by the name Ma'alefa'ak, meaning "Darkness in the Heart.”, is sibling to which popular DC superhero character?

J’onn J’onzz (Martian Manhunter)

Meaning ”Light to the Light”

400

Built on the site of a family ancestral estate in Gotham City, Arkham Asylum was established by Amadeus Arkham in what year?

November 1921

400

Alter-ego, Matches Malone first appeared in ‘Batman, Issue No.242’, is affiliated with this criminal society.

The False Face Society

400

Published in monthly installments within the comic book series Batman, running from October 2002 until September 2003, Batman: Hush ran through which series issues

#608–619 

400

Despite being initially released with doubts this character wouldn’t sell well, this figure became a highly sought-after item due to its quality and accessories, and its scarcity made it a valuable collectible. This figure became the highest selling DC action figure sold in 2024.

McFarlane Toys DC Multiverse Collector's Edition Wonder Woman figure

600

A science fiction superhero dating back from 1947. he’s meant to be a “future everyman”. Even becoming a colonel of The Planeteers. His most recent appearance was a non-speaking cameo in the animated television series, Harley Quinn.

Tommy Tomorrow (of The Planeteers)

600

Detective Comics purchased the rights to “Superman” in 1938 for the amount of $…

$130.00

600

Not debuting until January 1988, this magician who embraces flamboyant attire and prefers to be called "Auntie" by his friends, was part of DC's attempt to be more inclusive and push boundaries in their comics. Though the character initially faced some controversy and stereotypes, they are widely known as DC Comics first attempt at an openly gay superhero. 

Extraño

600

The first on-panel appearance of the Batcave in DC Comics was in January 1944, Detective Comics Issue No.__

Detective Comics No.83

600

Hot Toys produces detailed collectible figures that capture the essence of popular characters with precise craftsmanship. Originally founded in HongKong, China, Hot Toys released their first ever 1/6th action figure known by what name?

Ethan Hunt

800

Published in December 1955, Detective Comics No. 226, “When Batman Was Robin”, in this story Bruce Wayne’s secret identity is deduced by which Robin costumed individual?

Detective Harvey Harris

800

From the same creators as Superman, this character made his first appearance in 1935, which makes him the oldest recurring, originally featured fictional character that still appears in the DC Universe. Also known as the Ghost Detective, he is someone who specializes in paranormal and supernatural cases.

Doctor Occult

800

If the Justice League is too busy to save the world, then have no fear: you can always call 1-800-555-HERO and ask for the Hero Hotline instead. Hero Hotline is a ridiculous, hero-for-hire company. A 24/7 corporate service consisting of an entire group of oddballl superheroes

Mister Muscle, Zeep the Living Sponge, Marie the Psychic Turtle, and Private Eyes

800

Texan lawman character who has the honor of being DC’s first ever character to appear in a comic book in 1935.

Jack Woods

800

Not all figures are created equal. This corporation has the highest total amount of recalled Batman figures total, due to QC issues with legs popping off, small magnets becoming choking hazards and sharp edges causing accidental skin lacerations.

Mattel