50000 BCE
Vandal Savage Born as Neanderthal
Vandal Savage is born as a Neanderthal caveman in prehistoric times. #immortality #origin
Chronological Storyline (45 Milestones)
45000 BCE
Exposure to Radioactive Meteor
Vandal Savage is exposed to a radioactive meteor, granting him immortality and enhanced intellect. #meteor #immortality
30000 BCE
First Act as a Tyrant
Vandal Savage uses his powers to dominate his tribe, beginning his long history of conquest. #conquest #history
2000 BCE
Serves as Advisor to Egyptian Pharaohs
Vandal Savage poses as an advisor to Egyptian rulers, learning advanced knowledge. #egypt #ancienthistory
500 BCE
Influences Greek and Roman Empires
Vandal Savage manipulates events in ancient Greece and Rome, often as a general or senator. #ancientrome #greece
800 CE
Adopts Alias 'Mongoose' in India
Vandal Savage operates in medieval India under the name 'Mongoose', engaging in political intrigue. #india #medieval
1200 CE
Assumes Identity of Genghis Khan
Vandal Savage conquers much of Asia as the Mongol leader Genghis Khan. #mongolia #conquest
1492 CE
Aids Spanish Inquisition
Vandal Savage serves as an inquisitor during the Spanish Inquisition, using the role for personal gain. #spanishinquisition #history
1776 CE
Survives American Revolution
Vandal Savage attempts to gain power during the American Revolution but is thwarted by masked patriots. #americanrevolution #history
1943 CE
First Comic Appearance (Green Lantern #10)
Vandal Savage makes his first comic appearance in Green Lantern #10, as a modern-day criminal. #comics #firstappearance
1944 CE
Fights the Justice Society of America
Vandal Savage battles the Justice Society (JSA) and becomes a recurring foe. #JSA #supervillain
1947 CE
Forms Secret Society of Super Villains
Vandal Savage helps establish the Secret Society of Super Villains, uniting criminals against superheroes. #secretsociety #villains
1949 CE
Appears in All-Star Superman #1
Vandal Savage appears in the alternate Earth story All-Star Superman, clashing with Superman. #superman #alternateuniverse
1951 CE
Defeated by the JSA
The Justice Society of America defeats Vandal Savage, forcing him into hiding for decades. #JSA #defeat
1961 CE
Returns in The Flash #137
Vandal Savage reappears in The Flash #137, fighting the Flash and revealing his immortal history. #flash #return
1963 CE
Joins the Injustice Society
Vandal Savage becomes a member of the Injustice Society, a group of villains opposing the JSA. #injusticesociety #villains
1971 CE
Battle with the Justice League
Vandal Savage takes on the Justice League of America and is defeated. #JLA #justiceleague
1980 CE
Appears in 'Crisis on Infinite Earths'
Vandal Savage appears in the reality-altering crossover event 'Crisis on Infinite Earths', fighting both heroes and villains. #crisis #crossover
1985 CE
Revealed as Father of Multiple Villains
Retcon reveals many historical villains are descendants of Vandal Savage, including the villain Per Degaton. #retcon #family
1986 CE
Appearance in 'Watchmen' Universe
In the alternate reality of 'Watchmen', Vandal Savage appears as a minor villain. #watchmen #alternateuniverse
1992 CE
In 'Kingdom Come' Event
Vandal Savage features in the 'Kingdom Come' storyline as a member of the villainous gathering. #kingdomcome #crossover
1994 CE
Becomes Leader of the Society
Vandal Savage takes leadership of the Secret Society of Super Villains in the 'Underworld Unleashed' event. #secretsociety #leader
1996 CE
Battles Impulse and the Teen Titans
Vandal Savage comes into conflict with Impulse and the Teen Titans, showcasing his ancient cunning. #teentitans #impulse
1998 CE
Appears in 'Justice League Unlimited'
Vandal Savage appears in the animated series 'Justice League Unlimited', voiced by Phil Morris. #animation #justiceleague
2000 CE
Revealed as the First Metahuman
Comic retcon establishes Vandal Savage as the world's first metahuman due to the meteor radiation. #metahuman #origin
2001 CE
In 'JLA: The Ultimate Guide'
Vandal Savage is featured in the reference book 'JLA: The Ultimate Guide', detailing his history. #reference #jla
2003 CE
Faces the Justice League in 'Tower of Babel'
Vandal Savage plays a role in the 'JLA: Tower of Babel' storyline, where Batman's contingency plans are used against the League. #towerofbabel #batman
2004 CE
Appears in 'Identity Crisis'
Vandal Savage is among the villains implicated in the 'Identity Crisis' storyline, dealing with the fallout of Zatanna's mind wiping. #identitycrisis #crossover
2005 CE
In 'Infinite Crisis' Event
Vandal Savage participates in the 'Infinite Crisis' crossover, siding with the Secret Society. #infinitecrisis #crossover
2006 CE
Becomes a Key Figure in '52' Series
During the '52' weekly series, Vandal Savage attempts to create a nuclear disaster to accelerate human evolution. #52 #weeklyseries
2007 CE
Appears in 'Justice League: The Rise of the Seven Seas'
Vandal Savage allies with the Atlantean villain Ocean Master in this storyline. #atlantis #justiceleague
2008 CE
In 'Final Crisis' Event
Vandal Savage appears in 'Final Crisis', fighting against Darkseid's invasion. #finalcrisis #darkseid
2009 CE
Featured in 'Blackest Night' Crossover
Vandal Savage is targeted by the Black Lanterns during the 'Blackest Night' event but survives. #blackestnight #blacklanterns
Sep 1, 2011 CE
New 52 Reboot: Origin Revised
In the New 52 continuity, Vandal Savage's origin is updated, making him a Neanderthal mutated by a meteor fragment. #new52 #origin
2012 CE
Appears in 'DC Universe: Justice League' Animated Series
Vandal Savage appears in the animated series 'Justice League: Doom', adapting 'Tower of Babel'. #animation #justiceleague
2013 CE
In 'Trinity War' Crossover
Vandal Savage is a pawn in the 'Trinity War' storyline, manipulated by the new villain Pandora. #trinitywar #crossover
2014 CE
Featured in 'Forever Evil'
Vandal Savage joins the Crime Syndicate's invasion in the 'Forever Evil' event. #foreverevil #crimesyndicate
2015 CE
Appears in 'Convergence' Event
Vandal Savage is involved in the 'Convergence' event, fighting against the God of Death. #convergence #crossover
2016 CE
In 'DC Rebirth' Continuity
Vandal Savage's history is restored in 'DC Rebirth', re-establishing his long continuity. #rebirth #continuity
2017 CE
Battles the Justice League in 'Justice League/Aquaman: Drowned Earth'
Vandal Savage joins forces with Ocean Master in the 'Drowned Earth' crossover. #drownedearth #aquaman
2018 CE
Appears in 'Damage' Series
Vandal Savage mentors the villain Damage, attempting to control the rampaging metahuman. #damage #mentor
2019 CE
Featured in 'DC: The Animated Universe'
Vandal Savage appears in the animated film 'Justice League vs. the Fatal Five', leading a criminal empire. #animation #justicedark
2020 CE
In 'Dark Nights: Death Metal'
Vandal Savage sides with the Batman Who Laughs in the 'Death Metal' event. #deathmetal #darkmultiverse
2021 CE
Appears in 'Infinite Frontier'
Vandal Savage features in the 'Infinite Frontier' storyline, seeking to regain his lost power. #infinitefrontier #crossover
2022 CE
In 'DC vs. Vampires' Crossover
Vandal Savage is a key player in the 'DC vs. Vampires' event, attempting to exploit the vampire invasion. #dcvsvampires #crossover