Martian Manhunter facts for kids
The Martian Manhunter (whose real name is J'onn J'onzz) is a famous superhero from DC Comics. He first appeared in a comic book story called "The Manhunter from Mars" in Detective Comics #225, way back in November 1955. He was created by writer Joseph Samachson and artist Joe Certa. Martian Manhunter is one of the very first members of the Justice League of America, a team of Earth's greatest heroes.
J'onn J'onzz is a popular character who has appeared in many other things besides comic books. You might have seen him in video games like Injustice: Gods Among Us, TV shows, animated films, and even as action figures or trading cards. He's so well-known that IGN, a big website about games and entertainment, ranked him as one of the greatest comic book heroes ever!
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The Last Martian Hero
Martian Manhunter is an alien from the planet Mars. He is often known as J'onn J'onzz, which is his Martian name. He is usually the last survivor of his entire race, which makes him a very unique hero. He came to Earth by accident and decided to protect its people.
His Amazing Powers
Martian Manhunter has a lot of incredible superpowers. These make him one of the strongest heroes in the DC Universe:
- Super Strength: He is incredibly strong, able to lift very heavy objects and fight powerful villains.
- Flight: He can fly through the air at super speeds.
- Shapeshifting: This is one of his most famous powers! He can change his shape to look like anyone or anything. He can even change his size or make parts of his body stretchy.
- Invisibility: He can make himself completely invisible, so no one can see him.
- Intangibility: He can become "ghost-like," allowing him to pass through solid objects.
- Telepathy: He can read minds, talk to people using only his thoughts, and even create illusions in others' minds.
- Martian Vision: He can shoot powerful energy beams from his eyes. He also has X-ray vision.
- Healing: He can heal from injuries very quickly.
His Only Weakness
Even with all his amazing powers, Martian Manhunter has one big weakness: fire. Fire causes him great pain and can make him lose control of his powers. This fear of fire, called pyrophobia, is something he has to deal with often.
Martian Manhunter and the Justice League
J'onn J'onzz is a founding member of the Justice League of America. He is often seen as the heart or conscience of the team. Because he can read minds and understand emotions so well, he helps the team work together. He brings a lot of wisdom and a calm presence to the group, making him a very important part of Earth's defense.
Appearances in Other Media
Besides comic books, Martian Manhunter has been in many different types of entertainment:
- Animated Shows: He has been a main character in popular cartoons like Justice League and Young Justice.
- Live-Action TV: He has appeared in TV shows like Smallville and Supergirl.
- Movies: He was featured in Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021).
- Video Games: You can play as him or against him in games like Injustice: Gods Among Us and Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes.
His unique look and powers make him a favorite character for many fans around the world.
Images for kids
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J'onn J'onzz, trying (and failing) to relax in his true form and reflecting on his history with the League
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Cover artwork for Martian Manhunter (vol. 3) #2 (November 2006) by Al Barrionuevo
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Martian Manhunter as he appears in Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021).
See also
In Spanish: Detective Marciano para niños
