Manitou Raven

Manitou Raven
Manitou Raven as depicted in JLA #66 (July 2002). Art by Doug Mahnke.
Publication information
PublisherDC Comics
First appearanceJLA #66 (July 2002)
Created byJoe Kelly
Doug Mahnke
In-story information
Alter egoRaven
SpeciesHomo Magi
Team affiliationsLeague of Ancients
Justice League
Justice League Elite
PartnershipsManitou Dawn (wife)
Notable aliasesThe Manitou
Manitou Raven
Abilities
  • Expert magic user; powers drawn from Native American shamanism. Longevity, enhanced strength, enhanced durability, and enhanced senses.
  • Weapon user; notably uses a magical hatchet incapable of injuring foes whom are considered good.

Manitou Raven, also known as simply Raven or The Manitou, is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Joe Kelly and Doug Mahnke, he first appeared in JLA #66 (July 2002).

The character is a recurring superhero of Native American descent within the DC Universe, originating thousands of years ago in North America as an ancestor of the Apache people. In the JLA: Obsidian Age storyline, the character initially serves as an antagonist, aligning with the sorceress Gamemnae and the League of Ancients. In later stories, the character is depicted as a heroic mystic consultant within the Justice League and Justice League Elite. Following his demise, Raven returns as a spirit and appoints his wife Dawn as his successor. He is eventually resurrected during the Lazarus Planet event.

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