Aug 1, 1960 CE
First Appearance in Justice League of America #1
Despero makes his debut as a villain, a fiery-skinned alien with a hypnotic Third Eye who battles the Justice League. #dc #villain #firstappearance )
Chronological Storyline (42 Milestones)
Apr 1, 1962 CE
Origin Revealed in Justice League of America #14
Despero's origin as the tyrant of Kalanor is detailed; he uses his Third Eye to enslave populations. #dc #origin )
Mar 1, 1964 CE
Despero's Third Eye Powers Fully Illustrated in JLA #20
The Third Eye's full capabilities are shown, including hypnotic suggestion and energy blasts. #dc #powers )
Oct 1, 1965 CE
Defeated by the Justice League in JLA #29
The League overcomes Despero's mind control through teamwork. #dc #justiceleague )
Aug 1, 1970 CE
Featured in 'Justice League of America #81'
Despero returns after several years, challenging Aquaman and the League. #dc #aquaman )
Mar 1, 1977 CE
Returns in Justice League of America #145
Despero reappears with enhanced powers, seeking revenge on the League. #dc #comeback )
May 1, 1981 CE
Alliance with the Queen Bee in JLA #198
Despero teams up with the Queen Bee to conquer Earth, but the League intervenes. #dc #teamup )
Aug 1, 1984 CE
Stripped of Powers in JLA #240
Despero's Third Eye is removed by the Justice League, temporarily depowering him. #dc #defeat )
Jan 1, 1987 CE
Appears in 'Justice League International' #6
Despero battles the more humorous International League. #dc #jli )
Apr 1, 1990 CE
Acquires the Flame of Py'tar in JLA Annual #4
Despero locates the mystical Flame of Py'tar, gaining immense physical strength and a new form. #dc #powerup )
Jun 1, 1992 CE
Returns with Second Third Eye in JLA #61
Despero implants a new Third Eye and attacks the League with a team of mind-controlled villains. #dc #mindcontrol )
Sep 1, 1994 CE
Plays a Role in the 'Justice League Task Force' Series
Despero appears in multiple issues of the satellite series, challenging the League's new roster. #dc #series )
Dec 1, 1995 CE
Appears in 'Zero Hour' Crossover
Despero is part of the time-altering event. #dc #zerohour )
Oct 1, 1997 CE
Appears in JLA #1 (New Series) as a Major Threat
Despero is one of the first villains faced by the new JLA lineup, showcasing his upgraded powers. #dc #jla )
Mar 1, 1998 CE
Mind-Controls the Justice League in JLA #9
Despero uses his Third Eye to enslave the entire League, forcing them to commit crimes. #dc #mindcontrol )
Aug 1, 1999 CE
Recruits an Army of Super-Villains in JLA #21
Despero gathers a legion of villains to assault the Watchtower. #dc #army )
May 1, 2001 CE
Confrontation with Superman in JLA #67
Despero engages Superman in a brutal fight, testing the Man of Steel's will against the Third Eye. #dc #superman )
Jul 1, 2002 CE
Captures the Flash in 'JLA #74'
Despero uses his mind control to turn the Flash into a temporary ally. #dc #flash )
Nov 1, 2003 CE
Stars in 'JLA: Despero's Revenge' Arc
A multi-issue storyline where Despero attempts to conquer Earth using a mind-control virus. #dc #storyarc )
Jul 1, 2005 CE
Appears in 'Villains United' as an Ally of the Society
Despero joins Lex Luthor's Secret Society of Super-Villains. #dc #secret_society )
Feb 1, 2006 CE
Featured in 'JLA: Crisis of Conscience'
Despero plays a role in the storyline examining the League's moral boundaries. #dc #crisis )
Oct 1, 2007 CE
Fights the Freedom Fighters in 'Uncle Sam and the Freedom Fighters'
Despero crosses paths with the Freedom Fighters, showcasing his power on a different team. #dc #freedomfighters )
Sep 1, 2008 CE
Participates in 'Final Crisis'
Despero is among the villains affected by Darkseid's Anti-Life Equation. #dc #finalcrisis )
May 1, 2009 CE
Appears in 'Justice League: Cry for Justice'
Despero is among the villains targeted by a more aggressive Justice League. #dc #cryforjustice )
Mar 1, 2010 CE
Kills the JLA's Martian Manhunter in 'Brightest Day'?
Despero claims a major victory by defeating the Martian Manhunter, but the event is later retconned. #dc #martianmanhunter )
Aug 1, 2011 CE
Rebooted in 'The New 52' as a Cosmic Entity
Despero is reintroduced with a redesigned appearance and a connection to the Firestorm matrix. #dc #new52 )
Jan 1, 2012 CE
Clashes with the Justice League in 'JLA #1' (New 52)
Despero represents an early challenge for the newly formed Justice League in the New 52. #dc #jla )
Jun 1, 2013 CE
Feature Storyline in 'Justice League of America's Vibe'
Despero appears as a villain in the short-lived series focusing on Vibe. #dc #vibe )
Oct 1, 2013 CE
Cameo in 'Forever Evil'
Despero appears as a member of the Crime Syndicate's army. #dc #foreverevil )
Apr 1, 2014 CE
Appears in 'Justice League United' as a Major Threat
Despero battles the new League in a storyline involving alien artifacts. #dc #justiceleagueunited )
Sep 1, 2015 CE
Joins the 'Superman/Wonder Woman' Arc
Despero targets the Man of Steel and the Amazon Princess. #dc #superman #wonderwoman )
Jan 1, 2016 CE
Post-Rebirth: New Origin in 'Justice League #50'
Despero's origin is updated, tying him to the 'Rebirth' continuity. #dc #rebirth )
May 1, 2016 CE
Appears in 'Justice League vs. Suicide Squad'
Despero is briefly seen as part of the Super-Villain army. #dc #justiceleague #suicidesquad )
Aug 1, 2017 CE
Headlines 'Despero: The Flame of Py'tar' One-Shot
A solo comic explores Despero's quest for the Flame of Py'tar. #dc #solo )
Mar 1, 2018 CE
Appears in 'The Terrifics' #1
Despero faces the newly formed team The Terrifics. #dc #theterrifics )
Nov 1, 2019 CE
Featured in 'Year of the Villain' Event
Despero sides with Lex Luthor's 'Year of the Villain' initiative. #dc #yearofthevillain )
May 1, 2020 CE
Appears in 'Dark Nights: Death Metal' as a Dark Multiverse Entity
Despero is shown as a corrupted version influenced by the Dark Multiverse. #dc #deathmetal )
Sep 1, 2020 CE
Despero One-Shot by DC Comics
A modern one-shot delves into Despero's psyche and his quest for power. #dc #oneshot )
Feb 1, 2021 CE
Returns in 'Justice League Incarnate'
Despero appears as an interdimensional threat in the Incarnate storyline. #dc #interdimensional )
Dec 1, 2021 CE
Appears in 'Infinite Frontier' #0
Despero is showcased as a lingering threat in the new multiverse. #dc #infinitefrontier )
Jun 1, 2022 CE
Battle with the Justice League Dark
Despero invades the magical realm, clashing with John Constantine and Zatanna. #dc #justiceleaguedark )
Apr 1, 2023 CE
Featured in 'Lazarus Planet' Event
Despero gains temporary power boosts from the global energy surge. #dc #lazarusplanet )