Elasti-Woman (Rita Farr) is a DC Comics superheroine, a former Olympic swimmer and Hollywood actress who gained the ability to change her size after exposure to volcanic gases. She becomes a member of the Doom Patrol and a mother figure to the team.
Rita Farr debuts as a member of the Doom Patrol in My Greatest Adventure #80. She is introduced as a former actress exposed to volcanic gases, gaining the power to grow or shrink. #DoomPatrol #FirstAppearance
The Doom Patrol receives its own ongoing series, with Rita Farr as a core member. The team faces villains like General Zahl and the Brotherhood of Evil. #DoomPatrol #Comics
In Doom Patrol #121, the original Doom Patrol sacrifices themselves to save a small town from General Zahl. Rita Farr dies alongside her teammates, a landmark moment in comics. #DoomPatrol #Death
Rita Farr and the Doom Patrol are resurrected in Showcase #94, revealed to have been in a coma. She returns with amnesia but later regains her memories. #DoomPatrol #Revival
A new Doom Patrol series begins, reimagining the team. Rita Farr is brought back to life by Niles Caulder. She becomes more confident and takes on a maternal role. #DoomPatrol #Reboot
Grant Morrison takes over Doom Patrol with issue #19. Rita Farr's character is explored in surreal storylines, including her relationship with her powers and her past. #DoomPatrol #GrantMorrison
Niles Caulder dies in Doom Patrol #44, deeply affecting Rita. She takes on more leadership responsibilities. #DoomPatrol #NilesCaulder
In Doom Patrol #50, Rita is brainwashed and briefly joins the Brotherhood of Evil. She eventually breaks free with the help of her teammates. #DoomPatrol #MindControl
Rita appears in JLA/Titans #1-3, working alongside other heroes. Her maternal instincts shine when interacting with younger heroes. #DCComics #Crossover
Rita features in DC's Countdown to Infinite Crisis, with her powers fluctuating due to reality-altering events. #Crisis #InfiniteCrisis
In the One Year Later storyline, Rita is part of a new Doom Patrol team. She struggles with the loss of her teammates. #DoomPatrol #OneYearLater
Rita appears in Final Crisis: Resist, aiding the resistance against Darkseid. She uses her size-changing abilities in combat. #FinalCrisis #Darkseid
Rita is briefly resurrected as a Black Lantern during Blackest Night. She confronts her teammates before being defeated. #BlackestNight #BlackLantern
Rita Farr reappears in the New 52 continuity as part of the Doom Patrol in My Greatest Adventure #1. Her origin is modernized. #New52 #DoomPatrol
Rita guest-stars in Justice League: The Dark #1, teaming with magical heroes. Her size-changing is used in unconventional ways. #JusticeLeagueDark #GuestStar
During Forever Evil, Rita and the Doom Patrol fight the Crime Syndicate's forces. She displays leadership skills. #ForeverEvil #CrimeSyndicate
In Convergence, Rita appears with the pre-Flashpoint Doom Patrol. She helps save the city of Gotham. #Convergence #DoomPatrol )
Rita returns in the DC Rebirth series Doom Patrol, written by Gerard Way. Her character is explored in depth. #DCReBirth #DoomPatrol )
In Doom Patrol Rebirth #4, Rita adopts the shapeshifter Beast Girl (Garfield Logan). She becomes a loving mother figure. #Motherhood #BeastBoy )
Rita teams up with the Justice League in a crossover event. Her powers prove crucial in defeating a giant monster. #JusticeLeague #Crossover
The Doom Patrol TV series premieres on DC Universe, with actress April Bowlby portraying Rita Farr. The show explores her backstory as an actress and her insecurities. #DoomPatrolTV #AprilBowlby )
In Doom Patrol Season 1, Episode 8, Rita learns to control her size-changing and gains new abilities. #PowerEvolution #TVSeries )
In Doom Patrol: Weight of the Worlds #1, Rita sacrifices herself to save the multiverse. She is later resurrected. #Sacrifice #Multiverse
Rita appears in a crossover episode of Titans and Doom Patrol. She interacts with the Titans team. #Titans #Crossover )
In Doom Patrol Season 2, flashbacks reveal Rita's career as a Hollywood actress and her transformation. #Hollywood #Flashback )
In Doom Patrol Season 3, Rita and Cliff Steele (Robotman) develop a romantic relationship. #Romance #Robotman )
The final issue of Doom Patrol (2019) series, where Rita plays a key role in the team's fate. #SeriesFinale #DoomPatrol )
Rita appears in Dark Crisis tie-ins, helping to rebuild the Justice League. #DarkCrisis #DCComics
In Doom Patrol (2023) #1, Rita debuts a new costume that better reflects her powers. #NewCostume #Comics
In Justice League Unlimited #1, Rita Farr is offered membership in the Justice League. #JusticeLeague #Membership