3000 BCE
First of the Fallen Created
The First of the Fallen is created as the original angel to rebel against God, becoming the first ruler of Hell. He later loses his throne to Lucifer Morningstar. #dc #villain
Chronological Storyline (42 Milestones)
2000 BCE
Lucifer Overthrows First of the Fallen
Lucifer leads a successful rebellion against the First of the Fallen, usurping the throne of Hell. The First is cast into the Abyss. #dc #villain
Sep 1, 1991 CE
Teas in Hellblazer Issue #48
First of the Fallen is mentioned as a background entity in Hellblazer #48 (December 1991). John Constantine hears whispers of a primordial demon. #hellblazer #dc
Dec 1, 1992 CE
First Appearance in Hellblazer #62
The First of the Fallen makes his first full appearance in Hellblazer #62 (December 1992), part of the 'Fear and Loathing' storyline. He confronts John Constantine about a broken deal. #hellblazer #firstappearance
Jan 1, 1993 CE
Constantine Curses First of the Fallen
In Hellblazer #63 (January 1993), John Constantine tricks the First of the Fallen by threatening suicide with a holy cigarette, forcing the demon to spare him. #hellblazer #trickery
Mar 1, 1993 CE
The First's Bloodline Curse
Hellblazer #65 (March 1993) reveals the First of the Fallen placed a bloodline curse on Constantine's family, leading to tragedies. #hellblazer #familycurse
Oct 1, 1994 CE
Appearance in Hellblazer #83
The First of the Fallen appears in Hellblazer #83 (October 1994) during the 'Rake at the Gates of Hell' arc, briefly allying with Constantine against a greater evil. #hellblazer #alliance
Feb 1, 1995 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: Dangerous Habits' TPB
The trade paperback collection 'Hellblazer: Dangerous Habits' (February 1995) includes issues featuring the First. #hellblazer #tpb
Sep 1, 1997 CE
First of the Fallen Returns in 'Son of Man'
Hellblazer #119 (September 1997) features the First of the Fallen as the main antagonist in the 'Son of Man' storyline, conspiring with Papa Midnite. #hellblazer #storyarc
Mar 1, 1998 CE
First's Minions Attack Constantine
In Hellblazer #125 (March 1998), the First of the Fallen sends demons to torment Constantine, escalating their feud. #hellblazer #feud
Aug 1, 1999 CE
First's Appearance in 'Hellblazer: The Devil You Know'
In the trade paperback 'Hellblazer: The Devil You Know' (August 1999), the First of the Fallen's schemes are compiled. #hellblazer #collection
May 1, 2000 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Fear Machine'
Hellblazer #144 (May 2000) features the First of the Fallen as a puppet master behind a fear-inducing machine. #hellblazer #fear
Apr 1, 2001 CE
First's Cameo in 'The Sandman: Overture'
The First of the Fallen makes a cameo in 'The Sandman: Overture' #4 (April 2001). #sandman #cameo
Jan 1, 2002 CE
Ally to the Swamp Thing
The First of the Fallen appears in Swamp Thing #18 (January 2002), forming a temporary alliance with the elemental. #dc #swampthing
Dec 1, 2003 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: The Fear of God'
The First appears in the storyline 'The Fear of God' (Hellblazer #180-186, December 2003). #hellblazer #storyarc
Oct 1, 2004 CE
First of the Fallen vs. Lucifer
In Lucifer #50 (October 2004), the First of the Fallen challenges Lucifer for control of Hell, leading to a cosmic battle. #lucifer #dc
Aug 1, 2005 CE
First of the Fallen Statue Announced
DC Collectibles announces a First of the Fallen statue (August 2005), later released in 2006. #merchandise #statue
Nov 1, 2005 CE
Featured in 'All His Engines' Novel
The First of the Fallen is the main antagonist in the Hellblazer novel 'All His Engines' (November 2005 by Mike Carey). He manipulates events to trap Constantine in a hospital. #hellblazer #novel
Nov 1, 2006 CE
First of the Fallen Action Figure Released
DC Direct releases a First of the Fallen action figure (November 2006) as part of the Hellblazer series. #merchandise #dcdirect
Sep 1, 2007 CE
Return in 'Hellblazer: Bloodlines'
The First of the Fallen plays a key role in the 'Bloodlines' storyline (Hellblazer #235-240, September 2007-February 2008), threatening Constantine's family. #hellblazer #storyarc
Mar 1, 2008 CE
First's Apparent Death
In Hellblazer #240 (March 2008), the First of the Fallen is seemingly destroyed by John Constantine using the magical sword 'Ascalon'. #hellblazer #finalbattle
Jun 1, 2009 CE
Resurrection in 'Sons of the Fallen'
Hellblazer #199-204 (June-November 2009) reveals the First of the Fallen survived and manipulates his sons to attack Constantine. #hellblazer #resurrection
Jul 1, 2010 CE
First's Backstory in 'DC Encyclopedia'
The 'DC Encyclopedia' (2010 edition) includes an entry for the First of the Fallen, detailing his origins. #dccomics #encyclopedia
Jan 1, 2011 CE
First's Origins Explored in 'The First of the Fallen' Annual
Hellblazer Annual 2011 (January 2011) delves into the First's origin as the original fallen angel, expanding his backstory. #hellblazer #origin
Jul 1, 2012 CE
Cameo in 'DC Universe: The Spectre'
The First of the Fallen appears in DC Universe: The Spectre #7 (July 2012), battling the Spectre in a side story. #dc #spectre
Dec 1, 2012 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: The Cat'
The First appears in the one-shot 'Hellblazer: The Cat' (December 2012), a horror story. #hellblazer #horror
Apr 1, 2013 CE
Appearance in 'Constantine' TV Series
The First of the Fallen is mentioned in the TV series Constantine (2014), but does not physically appear. #tv #constantine
Aug 1, 2014 CE
First of the Fallen as a Video Game Villain
The First of the Fallen appears as a boss in the video game 'Constantine: The Official Game' (August 2014). #videogames #constantine
Oct 1, 2014 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: The Horrorist'
The First appears in the limited series 'Hellblazer: The Horrorist' #1 (October 2014), causing infectious despair in London. #hellblazer #horror
Mar 1, 2015 CE
First's Role in 'The Books of Magic'
The First of the Fallen appears in 'The Books of Magic' #10 (March 2015), trying to recruit Tim Hunter. #dc #booksofmagic
Jan 1, 2016 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: Rebirth'
The First is a background presence in the 'Hellblazer: Rebirth' one-shot (January 2016), setting up future conflicts. #hellblazer #rebirth
Jun 1, 2017 CE
Confrontation in 'Dark Justice'
In 'Hellblazer: Dark Justice' #6 (June 2017), Constantine and the First of the Fallen face off in a psychological battle. #hellblazer #darkjustice
Feb 1, 2018 CE
First of the Fallen in 'The Sandman Universe'
The First appears in the Sandman Universe line, in 'Lucifer' #5 (February 2018), plotting against the new order. #sandmanuniverse #dc
Aug 1, 2019 CE
Alliance with the Upside-Down Man
In 'Hellblazer: Rise of the Demon' #2 (August 2019), the First of the Fallen allies with the Upside-Down Man. #hellblazer #alliance
Feb 1, 2020 CE
First's Origin in 'The Books of Magic: The First of the Fallen'
A one-shot issue 'The Books of Magic: The First of the Fallen' (February 2020) reveals his demon origin. #dc #origin
Oct 1, 2020 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: The Books of Magic'
The First appears in the 2020 miniseries 'Hellblazer: The Books of Magic' #1 (October 2020), seeking to control magic. #hellblazer #magic
Apr 1, 2021 CE
First's Defeat in 'Hellblazer: Legacy'
In 'Hellblazer: Legacy' #12 (April 2021), Constantine tricks the First into a trap, banishing him to a pocket dimension. #hellblazer #defeat
Jan 1, 2022 CE
First's Return in 'DC Horror Presents'
The First of the Fallen appears in 'DC Horror Presents' #1 (January 2022), terrorizing a small town. #dchorror #dc
Jul 1, 2022 CE
First of the Fallen in 'DC Pride 2022'
The First appears in a back-up story in 'DC Pride 2022' (July 2022), a rare inclusion in an anthology. #dcpride #lgbtq
Mar 1, 2023 CE
Role in 'Dark Crisis: The Aftermath'
The First is a minor antagonist in the 'Dark Crisis: The Aftermath' series (March 2023), exploiting the chaos. #dccrisis #villain
Sep 1, 2023 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: The Last Man'
The First appears in the final issue of 'Hellblazer: The Last Man' #12 (September 2023), meeting his ultimate fate. #hellblazer #finale
Jun 1, 2024 CE
First of the Fallen in 'Hellblazer: Blood and Fear'
The First appears in the 'Hellblazer: Blood and Fear' arc (June 2024), seeking revenge on Constantine's allies. #hellblazer #revenge