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| Half-helmet | |
| Type: | Clothing |
| Continuity: | DC Universe |
| Aliases: | Doctor Fate's half helmet |
| Availability: | Unique item |
| Manufacturer: | Kent Nelson |
| Model: | N/A |
| 1st appearance: | More Fun Comics #72 |
Doctor Fate's half-helmet is a fictional item featured in comic books published by DC Comics. It relates to the character of Doctor Fate. The helmet first appeared in the eighth story from More Fun Comics #72 in October, 1941 titled "The Forger". [1]
This was a simple half-helmet designed and worn by Kent Nelson. He began wearing it early in his career as a member of the original Justice Society of America in the 1940s. The reason why he began wearing this alternate headpiece is because the Helmet of Fate, which was infused with the power and cosmic esssence of Nabu was becoming possessive of him, governing his motivations and guiding his actions in ways that Kent Nelson did not approve of. Foregoing the Helmet of Nabu, Kent instead began wearing the half-helmet. This restricted his power levels as he no longer had unfettered access to the power given to him by Nabu. However, Kent still possessed his own learned mystical abilities which included enhanced strength, superhuman durability and the power to fly. [2]
Notes[]
- Doctor Fate's half helmet redirects to this page.
- The concept of Doctor Fate's helmet was created by writer Gardner Fox and designed by artist Howard Sherman.
- Kent Nelson also wore the half-helmet during his adventures with the All-Star Squadron.
See also[]
Appearances[]
- All-Star Squadron 4
- Justice League of America 193
- More Fun Comics 72 (1st appearance)
- More Fun Comics 73
References[]
- ↑ DC Database; Helmet of Fate. Notes.
- ↑ Superherodb.com; Doctor Fate. History.