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Fictional supervillain in DC Comics

The Ultra-Humanite is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, the character first appeared in Action Comics #13 (June 1939) as a recurring adversary of Superman. The Ultra-Humanite is notable for being one of the first supervillains in comic book history and for his ability to transfer his mind into different bodies, making him a formidable foe.

Publication history[edit]

The Ultra-Humanite was introduced in the early days of the Golden Age of Comic Books as Superman's first recurring villain. Initially depicted as a bald, wheelchair-bound mad scientist, the character was later reimagined with the ability to transfer his consciousness into other bodies, including that of a giant albino gorilla. This transformation allowed the Ultra-Humanite to continue his criminal activities with enhanced physical capabilities.

Fictional character biography[edit]

The Ultra-Humanite was originally a brilliant but evil scientist who sought to conquer the world. His early encounters with Superman were marked by his attempts to use advanced technology and scientific knowledge to achieve his goals. After several defeats, the Ultra-Humanite developed a method to transfer his mind into other bodies, allowing him to escape capture and continue his schemes.

One of the most notable bodies the Ultra-Humanite inhabited was that of a giant albino gorilla, which provided him with immense strength and durability. In this form, he became a more physically imposing threat to Superman and other heroes. Over the years, the Ultra-Humanite has clashed with various members of the Justice Society of America and other superhero teams.

Powers and abilities[edit]

The Ultra-Humanite possesses a genius-level intellect and is a master of various scientific disciplines. His most significant ability is his mind transfer technique, which allows him to inhabit different bodies, granting him new physical abilities depending on the host. In his gorilla form, he has superhuman strength, agility, and endurance.

In other media[edit]

The Ultra-Humanite has appeared in various forms of media outside of comic books, including animated television series such as Justice League and Young Justice. In these adaptations, he is often portrayed as a formidable villain with a sophisticated demeanor and a penchant for classical music.

Related pages[edit]

References[edit]

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-'''Ultra-Humanite''' is a fictional [[supervillain]] appearing in [[American comic books]] published by [[DC Comics]], usually as a direct adversary of [[Superman]]. The character was created by [[Jerry Siegel]] and [[Joe Shuster]], the original creators of Superman. Ultra-Humanite first appeared in ''Action Comics'' #13 in 1939, making him one of the first supervillains in comic books, predating even more famous characters such as [[Lex Luthor]].
+{{Short description|Fictional supervillain in DC Comics}}
+{{Use American English|date=October 2023}}
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-==Publication History==
+The '''Ultra-Humanite''' is a fictional supervillain appearing in American comic books published by [[DC Comics]]. Created by [[Jerry Siegel]] and [[Joe Shuster]], the character first appeared in ''[[Action Comics]]'' #13 (June 1939) as a recurring adversary of [[Superman]]. The Ultra-Humanite is notable for being one of the first supervillains in comic book history and for his ability to transfer his mind into different bodies, making him a formidable foe.
-Ultra-Humanite's debut in ''Action Comics'' #13 marked him as the first supervillain faced by Superman, establishing a precedent for the character type in comic books. Originally depicted as a bald, evil scientific genius with a vast intellect and ambitions of world domination, Ultra-Humanite's most distinctive feature came later when he began transferring his mind into other bodies to achieve immortality and gain various physical powers. This aspect of the character has allowed Ultra-Humanite to appear in various forms throughout his appearances in DC Comics.
-==Fictional Character Biography==
+==Publication history==
-Ultra-Humanite's original body was that of an elderly, physically weak man, but his intellect was his greatest weapon, enabling him to devise elaborate schemes. Seeking a means to overcome his physical limitations, Ultra-Humanite's consciousness was eventually transferred into the body of a powerful actress, Dolores Winters, marking one of the earliest instances of gender transition in comic books. Over the years, Ultra-Humanite has occupied several bodies, including that of a giant albino gorilla, which has become his most recognizable form among fans.
+The Ultra-Humanite was introduced in the early days of the [[Golden Age of Comic Books]] as Superman's first recurring villain. Initially depicted as a bald, wheelchair-bound mad scientist, the character was later reimagined with the ability to transfer his consciousness into other bodies, including that of a giant albino gorilla. This transformation allowed the Ultra-Humanite to continue his criminal activities with enhanced physical capabilities.
-Ultra-Humanite's goals typically revolve around gaining power and reshaping the world in his image, often putting him at odds with Superman and other [[DC Universe]] heroes. Despite his physical changes, his intellect and ambition remain constant, making him a formidable foe.
+==Fictional character biography==
+The Ultra-Humanite was originally a brilliant but evil scientist who sought to conquer the world. His early encounters with Superman were marked by his attempts to use advanced technology and scientific knowledge to achieve his goals. After several defeats, the Ultra-Humanite developed a method to transfer his mind into other bodies, allowing him to escape capture and continue his schemes.
-==Powers and Abilities==
+One of the most notable bodies the Ultra-Humanite inhabited was that of a giant albino gorilla, which provided him with immense strength and durability. In this form, he became a more physically imposing threat to Superman and other heroes. Over the years, the Ultra-Humanite has clashed with various members of the [[Justice Society of America]] and other superhero teams.
-Ultra-Humanite possesses one of the most brilliant minds in the DC Universe, with expertise in numerous scientific and technological fields. This intellect allows him to create advanced devices, weapons, and even life forms to serve his ends. Depending on the body he inhabits, Ultra-Humanite may also possess superhuman strength, durability, and other powers. In his gorilla form, for example, he has the added advantage of physical prowess alongside his genius intellect.
-==Other Media==
+==Powers and abilities==
-Ultra-Humanite has appeared in various [[DC Comics]] related media, including animated television series such as ''[[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]'' and ''[[Justice League Unlimited]]'', where he is often portrayed as a member of villainous groups opposing the heroes. These appearances have helped maintain the character's presence outside of comic books.
+The Ultra-Humanite possesses a genius-level intellect and is a master of various scientific disciplines. His most significant ability is his mind transfer technique, which allows him to inhabit different bodies, granting him new physical abilities depending on the host. In his gorilla form, he has superhuman strength, agility, and endurance.
-==Legacy==
+==In other media==
-As one of the first supervillains in comic books, Ultra-Humanite set a template for many characters that followed. His ability to cheat death by transferring his consciousness into new bodies has been echoed in the abilities of other characters within the DC Universe and beyond. Ultra-Humanite remains a testament to the creative storytelling of Siegel and Shuster and a significant part of Superman's rogues' gallery.
+The Ultra-Humanite has appeared in various forms of media outside of comic books, including animated television series such as ''[[Justice League (TV series)|Justice League]]'' and ''[[Young Justice (TV series)|Young Justice]]''. In these adaptations, he is often portrayed as a formidable villain with a sophisticated demeanor and a penchant for classical music.
+==Related pages==
+* [[Superman]]
+* [[Justice Society of America]]
+* [[Golden Age of Comic Books]]
+==References==
+{{Reflist}}
 [[Category:DC Comics supervillains]]
+[[Category:Golden Age supervillains]]
+[[Category:Fictional mad scientists]]
 [[Category:Characters created by Jerry Siegel]]
 [[Category:Characters created by Joe Shuster]]
-[[Category:Comics characters introduced in 1939]]
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