Publication History
The Comet is a Golden Age superhero who first appeared in Pep Comics #1, published in 1940 by MLJ Magazines, which would later become Archie Comics. The character was created by writer and artist Jack Cole, who is best known for creating the iconic character Plastic Man.
The Comet, also known as John Dickering, is a scientist who invents a serum that gives him the ability to fly and shoot disintegration beams from his eyes. Unfortunately, these beams can also be lethal, so he must exercise caution when using them. After gaining these powers, John decides to fight crime and protect the innocent as The Comet.
Pep Comics was an anthology series that featured various superhero, adventure, and humor stories. The Comet was one of the main features of the series, appearing alongside other characters such as the Shield, the Hangman, and the Black Hood.
The publication history of The Comet spans several issues of Pep Comics during the early 1940s. The character’s adventures continued until Pep Comics #17, in which he was killed off in a surprising twist.
John Dickering, fueled by an ambition for fame and power, had a big idea. He believed that becoming a renowned superhero could pave his way to a successful political career, eventually leading to the presidency. However, he lacked the scientific knowledge to make this dream a reality. His younger brother, Bob, was the genius in the family, often overshadowed by John’s ambitions.
Seeing an opportunity to collaborate and help his older brother, Bob used his intellect to devise a method to grant John superpowers. After months of research, he successfully synthesized a serum using a rare, extraterrestrial element that could enhance natural abilities.
John, trusting his brother’s smarts and talents, injected himself with the serum. The results were astonishing. He gained the power of flight and the ability to emit powerful laser beams from his hands. With these newfound abilities, John embraced the superhero persona “”Comet”” and began his ascension toward fame, ultimately aiming to become the President.
As John’s fame grew, so did Bob’s jealousy and resentment. Feeling overshadowed and underappreciated, Bob devised a plan to humiliate his big brother and put him in his place. He struck a deal with a dangerous criminal named Big Boy Malone, promising to deliver Comet in exchange for a share of Malone’s power and influence.
Bob manipulated John into walking into a trap, leading him to believe that he was on a mission to stop Big Boy Malone’s latest criminal scheme. Unbeknownst to John, it was all a set-up. When Comet arrived at the designated location, he was ambushed by Malone and his gang.
Bob had intended only to humiliate his brother, not realizing that Malone had far more sinister plans. Big Boy Malone saw the opportunity to eliminate a powerful superhero who posed a threat to his criminal empire. Seizing the moment, Malone and his gang brutally murdered John, ending the life of Comet.
When Bob discovered the horrific outcome of his betrayal, he was overwhelmed with guilt and regret. Realizing the terrible mistake he had made, he vowed to seek justice for his brother and bring down the criminals who had taken his life. Adopting the persona of the Hangman, he embarked on a quest for redemption, using his own intellect and determination to avenge John’s death and honor his memory.
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Power Classification
Flight, Energy Projection – Flight, powerful laser beams from eyes.
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