Dec 1, 1960 CE
First Appearance: Flash #113
James Jesse, the Trickster, debuts in Flash #113 as a circus performer turned criminal using his air-walking shoes and prank gadgets. #dccomics #flash #rogues )
Chronological Storyline (43 Milestones)
Mar 1, 1961 CE
Battle with the Flash in Flash #115
The Trickster returns to face the Flash, using his booby-trapped toys and air-walkers to cause chaos. #dccomics #flash )
Sep 1, 1963 CE
Joins the Rogues in Flash #129
The Trickster becomes a founding member of the Rogues, a criminal group opposite the Flash, alongside Captain Cold, Mirror Master, and others. #dccomics #rogues #flash )
Jul 1, 1965 CE
Trickster's Parentage Revealed in Flash #143
Background story reveals James Jesse's parents were circus acrobats who died, inspiring his stage career. #dccomics #flash )
Jan 1, 1967 CE
Rogues Reunion in Flash #171
The Trickster and other Rogues unite for a major heist, but are thwarted by the Flash. #dccomics #rogues )
May 1, 1969 CE
First Solo Cover: Flash #194
The Trickster appears on the cover of Flash #194, highlighting his role as a major villain. #dccomics #flash )
Feb 1, 1972 CE
Trickster vs. Green Lantern in Flash #204
The Trickster battles Green Lantern during a crossover event, showing his threat level beyond Central City. #dccomics #greenlantern )
1975 CE
Appears in Justice League #100
The Trickster is recruited by the Joker to fight the Justice League, but is defeated. #dccomics #justiceleague )
Jan 1, 1980 CE
Star in Flash #267: 'The Trickster's New Toy'
The Trickster unveils a deadly new explosive toy, escalating his pranks to lethal levels. #dccomics #flash )
Mar 1, 1983 CE
Rogues' War Arc in Flash #283
The Trickster participates in a Rogues war against the Flash, nearly killing him. #dccomics #rogues )
Jul 1, 1985 CE
Crisis on Infinite Earths Cameo
The Trickster appears briefly in the Crisis crossover, escaping the multiversal chaos. #dccomics #crisis
Jun 1, 1986 CE
Trial of the Flash: Trickster Testifies
During the Trial of the Flash storyline, the Trickster is forced to testify against the Flash, but his prank gadgets backfire. #dccomics #flash
Oct 1, 1988 CE
Joined by Second Trickster: Axel Walker
A new Trickster, Axel Walker, debuts in Flash #23, but James Jesse remains the primary. #dccomics #flash
Feb 1, 1990 CE
Flash #50: Trickster's Greatest Heist
The Trickster steals the Flash's cosmic treadmill, leading to a time-travel chase. #dccomics #flash )
Jan 1, 1992 CE
Rogues' Revenge in Flash #70
The Trickster and Rogues target the Flash's family, but are stopped by the new Flash, Wally West. #dccomics #flash )
Aug 1, 1994 CE
Trickster's Air-Walkers Upgrade in Flash #88
The Trickster upgrades his air-walkers with flight capabilities, becoming more dangerous. #dccomics #flash )
May 1, 1996 CE
Appears in Underworld Unleashed
The Trickster is among villains offered power by the demon Neron, but he refuses. #dccomics #underworldunleashed
Jan 1, 1998 CE
Death of James Jesse in Flash #143
James Jesse is killed by the third Trickster, Axel Walker, during a Rogues feud. #dccomics #flash )
Mar 1, 1999 CE
Resurrected in Flash #150
James Jesse is resurrected by the cosmic entity Deathstorm, returning to crime. #dccomics #flash )
Apr 1, 2001 CE
Appears in JLA/Avengers Crossover
The Trickster is briefly seen in the JLA/Avengers crossover, representing the DC universe. #dccomics #marvel
Aug 1, 2002 CE
Rogue War: Trickster vs. Flash
In the Rogue War storyline, James Jesse fights Wally West, showcasing his air-walkers. #dccomics #flash
Jun 1, 2003 CE
Joins Secret Society of Super Villains
The Trickster becomes a member of Alexander Luthor's Secret Society. #dccomics #villains
Jan 1, 2004 CE
Identity Crisis: Not Involved
Though not directly involved, the Trickster's gadgets are used by other villains in Identity Crisis. #dccomics )
Sep 1, 2005 CE
Infinite Crisis: Killed Again
James Jesse is killed by the Superboy-Prime during the Battle of Metropolis. #dccomics #crisis
May 1, 2006 CE
Return in Final Crisis: Rogues Revenge
The Trickster is revived by the Black Flash, but later restored to life. #dccomics #flash
Mar 1, 2007 CE
Flash: The Fastest Man Alive #238
Trickster battles the new Flash, Bart Allen, using his updated prank weapons. #dccomics #flash
Nov 1, 2008 CE
Appears in Blackest Night as a Black Lantern
James Jesse is reanimated as a Black Lantern during the Blackest Night event. #dccomics #blacklantern
Oct 1, 2009 CE
Flash: Rebirth - Cameo
The Trickster appears in the Flash: Rebirth miniseries, acknowledging the return of Barry Allen. #dccomics #flash
Jul 1, 2010 CE
Brightest Day: Trickster Reformed?
James Jesse briefly considers reform after a near-death experience. #dccomics #brightestday
Sep 1, 2011 CE
New 52: Redesigned in Flash #1
The Trickster appears in the New 52 Flash series with a redesigned costume and more dangerous gadgets. #dccomics #new52 )
Apr 1, 2012 CE
Rogues Uprising in Flash #8
The Trickster leads a Rogues uprising against the Flash, using experimental weapons. #dccomics #rogues )
Oct 1, 2013 CE
Forever Evil: Rogues' Rebellion
The Trickster refuses to join the Crime Syndicate, instead fighting them. #dccomics #foreverevil
Jun 1, 2014 CE
Flash: Rogues Reloaded
The Trickster upgrades his air-walkers to fly at super speed, challenging the Flash. #dccomics #flash )
Feb 1, 2015 CE
DC Convergence: Trickster's Stand
In the Convergence event, the Trickster defends Central City from alien invaders. #dccomics #convergence )
Aug 1, 2016 CE
DC Rebirth: Trickster Returns
James Jesse appears in DC Rebirth Flash, re-establishing his classic villainy. #dccomics #rebirth
Apr 1, 2017 CE
The Button: Cameo
The Trickster briefly appears in the Watchmen crossover, The Button. #dccomics #watchmen )
Mar 1, 2018 CE
Flash: The Price - Roger's Fate
The Trickster becomes an FBI informant to avoid prison, working against the Rogues. #dccomics #flash )
Sep 1, 2019 CE
Year of the Villain: Trickster's Offer
The Trickster refuses Lex Luthor's offer of power during Year of the Villain. #dccomics #villain
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Flash #750: Trickster's Legacy
In the milestone issue, James Jesse reflects on his life and his role as a Rogues leader. #dccomics #flash )
May 1, 2021 CE
Flash: Rogues Reign
The Trickster leads the Rogues in a successful takeover of Central City in a possible future. #dccomics #rogues )
Nov 1, 2022 CE
DC vs. Vampires: Trickster's Fate
In the alternate universe, the Trickster is turned into a vampire. #dccomics #horror
Mar 1, 2023 CE
Flash: One-Minute War - Trickster's Plan
The Trickster uses his time-related gadgets to aid the Rogues in the One-Minute War. #dccomics #flash )
Jul 1, 2024 CE
Becomes FBI Agent in The Flash #800
James Jesse strikes a deal with the FBI, becoming a reformed agent to capture the Rogues. #dccomics #flash )