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The hero once known as Captain Marvel (legal battles convinced DC to change the name) was once more popular than Batman or Superman. Young readers identified with the concept of an ordinary boy who could transform into the World's Mightiest Mortal simply by uttering the word "Shazam!" Superman was the cool, confident dad, but Captain Marvel was more like a brother. Shazam has never quite regained ... read more

Shazam (formerly known as Captain Marvel) is a fictional superhero. originally published by Fawcett Comics and later by DC Comics. Created in 1939 by artist C. C. Beck and writer Bill Parker. He first appeared in Whiz Comics #2 (February 1940) With a premise that taps adolescent fantasy. Shazam is the alter ego of Billy Batson who works as a radio news reporter and was chosen to be a champion of good by an ancient wizard (also named Shazam). Whenever Billy speaks the word "Shazam!", he is struck by a magic lightning bolt that transforms him into an adult superhero empowered with the abilities of six archetypal, historical figures. Several friends and family members. most notably Marvel Family/Shazam Family cohorts Mary Marvel and Captain Marvel Jr.. can share Billy's power and become "Marvels" themselves.