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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2015 14:54:53 GMT -5
#24 BatgirlAlter Ego: Betty Kane 
This is a perfect blend of Red and Green that blended together in a fashion that it's was complimentary to Batwoman of it's days. I wanted to point out that her costume has a nice green trim on her sleeves and blouse/top that makes it's special and on top of that - Her cape of green was complimentary to Robin's more colorful Yellow Cape that when the four of them together - Batman, Robin, Batwoman, and Batgirl together made it a distinctive blend of color dynamics. I know many of you here - probably not a fan of Betty Kane as Batgirl - but she was the first Batgirl to me and not Barbara Gordon. Barbara Gordon was first introduced to me in the Adam West's series and I was very surprised to see that. I also loved the green bat-insignia in her belt and most importantly and many people aren't aware of her red trim of her black mask that she wears. I just wanted to point that out - and that's a cool way to utilize colors in the right places. Anyway, she's at 24 and I had to switch her and Doll Man around and that's why I took a 24 hours break from this thread.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 2, 2015 15:03:09 GMT -5
Scans of Batgirl She made her debut in Batman 139. --- Bottom Photo is from the inside of that Comic Book of Batman 139.  Favorite Images of Batgirl!   From this day forward ... more established heroes and heroines will grace this line-up and the costumes gets better and better!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2015 10:02:54 GMT -5
#23 RobinAlter Ego: Dick Grayson  Very distinctive and well coordinated - and DC Comics wanted to have Batman a more colorful sidekick and this suits them very nicely and I loved the combination of Red, Green, and Yellow. One aspect of this costume that I wanted to point out is the unique collar cape and the two layers of green shirt along with a red vest makes it very appealing to me. They designed this outfit to reflect Dick's heritage as a circus acrobat and having said that makes Robin's costume appropriate to all Comic Books Fans everywhere. Very recognizable and the best sidekick costume in the Golden Age of Comics. I also like the Block Lettering of R in circular format - It's plain and bold at the same time!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2015 10:10:31 GMT -5
Scans of Robin Robin got his introduction in Detective Comics #38 and I was fortunate to find pictures of his first encounter with Batman!   Panel below you that started his quest as a crimefighter and a long term partnership with the Caped Crusader - Batman!  Best Sidekick in history of DC Comics - Robin, the Boy Wonder!
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Post by tingramretro on Sept 3, 2015 10:28:14 GMT -5
#24 BatgirlAlter Ego: Betty Kane
This is a perfect blend of Red and Green that blended together in a fashion that it's was complimentary to Batwoman of it's days. I wanted to point out that her costume has a nice green trim on her sleeves and blouse/top that makes it's special and on top of that - Her cape of green was complimentary to Robin's more colorful Yellow Cape that when the four of them together - Batman, Robin, Batwoman, and Batgirl together made it a distinctive blend of color dynamics. I know many of you here - probably not a fan of Betty Kane as Batgirl - but she was the first Batgirl to me and not Barbara Gordon. Barbara Gordon was first introduced to me in the Adam West's series and I was very surprised to see that. I also loved the green bat-insignia in her belt and most importantly and many people aren't aware of her red trim of her black mask that she wears. I just wanted to point that out - and that's a cool way to utilize colors in the right places. Anyway, she's at 24 and I had to switch her and Doll Man around and that's why I took a 24 hours break from this thread. I love the Betty Kane Batgirl. I've got quite a few of her appearances (and Kathy's, of course) and I wish they were still around today (their modern day counterparts just don't have the same charm). |
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Post by chadwilliam on Sept 3, 2015 22:02:25 GMT -5
Scans of Captain Marvel Jr.At Number 1. Nov/Dec Cover - The Best of the Best.
Not sure if this is common knowledge, but Elvis was a big fan of Captain Marvel Jr. Copying not just his hairstyle and insignia (which Elvis incorporated into his clothing and jewelry) but his outfit as well.
Tell me that that cover doesn't look like Elvis.
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Post by chadwilliam on Sept 3, 2015 22:13:26 GMT -5
#32 Plastic ManAlter Ego: Patrick "Eel" O'Brian  It is plain red costume, goggle eyes, decorative belt, and pure & plain costume makes this a fan favorite. The Yellow and Black in his costume is placed in all the right areas and that alone makes Plastic Man one of the great costume of it's days. You just can't beat this costume! The Diamond in his decorative belt with alternate stripes of yellow and black - that alone is unique. 
A great outfit though anything designed by Jack Cole would have to be. There is one thing that I thought was improved upon in the design of Plastic Man's costume at one point in his history. In his short lived 1960's series (or rather his son's series) for DC, Plastic Man was given long-leggings on his ensemble. 
I thought this looked better than the original until I realized that the red legs/boots look obscure one important detail - Plastic Man doesn't actually have toes. It's one of those little features that adds a greater appreciation of the thought Cole put into his design for the character.
One other thing I like - the outfit has to be able to blend it with its surroundings for those occasions when Plastic Man turns himself into a chair, lamp, painting, etc so it can't be too outlandish, but at the same time, it has to still stand out even in a crowd of superheroes. This costume achieves both of those objectives quite well.
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2015 22:22:52 GMT -5
Scans of Captain Marvel Jr.At Number 1.Nov/Dec Cover - The Best of the Best.
Not sure if this is common knowledge, but Elvis was a big fan of Captain Marvel Jr. Copying not just his hairstyle and insignia (which Elvis incorporated into his clothing and jewelry) but his outfit as well.
Tell me that that cover doesn't look like Elvis.
Could be? ... But, I'm not quite sure about it - Honest! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 3, 2015 22:25:39 GMT -5
#32 Plastic ManAlter Ego: Patrick "Eel" O'Brian It is plain red costume, goggle eyes, decorative belt, and pure & plain costume makes this a fan favorite. The Yellow and Black in his costume is placed in all the right areas and that alone makes Plastic Man one of the great costume of it's days. You just can't beat this costume! The Diamond in his decorative belt with alternate stripes of yellow and black - that alone is unique.
A great outfit though anything designed by Jack Cole would have to be. There is one thing that I thought was improved upon in the design of Plastic Man's costume at one point in his history. In his short lived 1960's series (or rather his son's series) for DC, Plastic Man was given long-leggings on his ensemble.
I thought this looked better than the original until I realized that the red legs/boots look obscure one important detail - Plastic Man doesn't actually have toes. It's one of those little features that adds a greater appreciation of the thought Cole put into his design for the character.
One other thing I like - the outfit has to be able to blend it with its surroundings for those occasions when Plastic Man turns himself into a chair, lamp, painting, etc so it can't be too outlandish, but at the same time, it has to still stand out even in a crowd of superheroes. This costume achieves both of those objectives quite well.
Thanks for sharing this - you were absolutely right on the money! |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2015 9:35:20 GMT -5
#22 Steel, Commander Steel Special Note to Everyone: I don't know much about this character - the only group that he belongs to was the All-Star Squadron as Steel. I just wanted to share that with you. Alter Ego: Henry "Hank" Heywood  Another hero with a fin, so many of them back into days - this time in Blue with Red Trim. I find this costume one of the most striking example of a true patriotic hero. I find this whole costume unbelievably detailed orientated and knowing it was back in the 40's many comic books fans must think this design somewhat light-years away. I was talking some members of the Comic Book Store that I go to on an occasional basis that Steel / Commander Steel was something to behold. However, some fans back then did not care for it. That's why he was given a bum wrap. That's what I was told and understood their position. I just find his design fascinating, detailed-oriented, classy, and most of all great use of color of Red, White, and Blue. The Blue Gloves, Boots with White Trim, and the White Star outlined with Red is the detail that I wanted to point out was exceptionally good. I just loved the way they did this!
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2015 9:44:58 GMT -5
Scans of Steel, Commander SteelGreat Splash Page of Steel / Commander Steel In Action! Great Poise Here Member of the All-Star Squadron His head is on top on the left side as Commander SteelNext Up: Another 2 for 1 ... You'll be surprised!
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Post by tingramretro on Sept 4, 2015 10:42:30 GMT -5
#22 Steel, Commander Steel Special Note to Everyone: I don't know much about this character - the only group that he belongs to was the All-Star Squadron as Steel. I just wanted to share that with you. Alter Ego: Henry "Hank" Heywood Another hero with a fin, so many of them back into days - this time in Blue with Red Trim. I find this costume one of the most striking example of a true patriotic hero. I find this whole costume unbelievably detailed orientated and knowing it was back in the 40's many comic books fans must think this design somewhat light-years away. I was talking some members of the Comic Book Store that I go to on an occasional basis that Steel / Commander Steel was something to behold. However, some fans back then did not care for it. That's why he was given a bum wrap. That's what I was told and understood their position. I just find his design fascinating, detailed-oriented, classy, and most of all great use of color of Red, White, and Blue. The Blue Gloves, Boots with White Trim, and the White Star outlined with Red is the detail that I wanted to point out was exceptionally good. I just loved the way they did this! Commander Steel is not a genuine Golden Age character, though. He's a continuity implant-he was created as Steel the Indestructible Man in March 1978, by Gerry Conway and Don Heck. |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 4, 2015 14:08:51 GMT -5
Commander Steel is not a genuine Golden Age character, though. He's a continuity implant-he was created as Steel the Indestructible Man in March 1978, by Gerry Conway and Don Heck.
Please read the link and determine the outcome for yourself. I found evidence today to challenge that conclusion ... Please also read the fictional character biography too. If I'm wrong ... I will understand your position. From WikipediaSteel first appeared in a series set in 1939, Steel: The Indestructible Man, written by Captain America writer Gerry Conway. The series was canceled after five issues, and Steel later made a guest-appearance in Justice League of America. Steel or Commander Steel also appeared in and was a member of the World War II era All-Star Squadron team. |
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Post by Slam_Bradley on Sept 4, 2015 14:14:00 GMT -5
Commander Steel is not a genuine Golden Age character, though. He's a continuity implant-he was created as Steel the Indestructible Man in March 1978, by Gerry Conway and Don Heck.
Please read the link and determine the outcome for yourself. I found evidence today to challenge that conclusion ... Please also read the fictional character biography too. If I'm wrong ... I will understand your position. From WikipediaSteel first appeared in a series set in 1939, Steel: The Indestructible Man, written by Captain America writer Gerry Conway. The series was canceled after five issues, and Steel later made a guest-appearance in Justice League of America. Steel or Commander Steel also appeared in and was a member of the World War II era All-Star Squadron team. Challenge what conclusion? He first appeared in 1978. His creator, Gerry Conway wasn't even born until 1952. |
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Post by DE Sinclair on Sept 4, 2015 14:24:32 GMT -5
Steel Link
Please read the link and determine the outcome for yourself. I found evidence today to challenge that conclusion ... Please also read the fictional character biography too. If I'm wrong ... I will understand your position. From WikipediaSteel first appeared in a series set in 1939, Steel: The Indestructible Man, written by Captain America writer Gerry Conway. The series was canceled after five issues, and Steel later made a guest-appearance in Justice League of America. Steel or Commander Steel also appeared in and was a member of the World War II era All-Star Squadron team. Challenge what conclusion? He first appeared in 1978. His creator, Gerry Conway wasn't even born until 1952. MG, I think what may be tripping you up is the phrase "set in 1939". By which it's saying that the stories were supposed to be taking place in 1939, not that it was actually created/published in 1939. Because, like tingramretro & Slam said, Steel is a pure retcon character. |
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