Jul 1, 1981 CE
First Appearance in Action Comics #521
Mari McCabe, an orphan from Zambesi, debuts as Vixen in Action Comics #521, using the Tantu Totem to channel animal powers. #DCComics #superhero )
Chronological Storyline (36 Milestones)
Jul 1, 1981 CE
Origin Revealed: Tantu Totem Legacy
Vixen's origin is established: she inherits the Tantu Totem from her father, a Zambesi shaman, granting her the ability to mimic any animal's abilities. #DCComics #origin )
Oct 1, 1984 CE
Joins Justice League Detroit
Vixen becomes a member of the Justice League Detroit in Justice League of America #231, serving alongside Aquaman, Martian Manhunter, and others. #JusticeLeague #DC )
Oct 1, 1985 CE
Participates in Crisis on Infinite Earths
Vixen joins the multiverse-wide battle in Crisis on Infinite Earths #7, aiding heroes against the Anti-Monitor. #Crisis #DC )
Apr 1, 1986 CE
Justice League Detroit Disbands
After a devastating attack by the Overmaster, the Justice League Detroit disbands in Justice League of America #261; Vixen survives but the team scatters. #JusticeLeague #DC )
Jan 1, 1987 CE
Joins Suicide Squad
Vixen is recruited by Amanda Waller into the Suicide Squad in Suicide Squad #13, bringing her totem powers to the black-ops team. #SuicideSquad #DC )
Jun 1, 1987 CE
Departs Suicide Squad
Vixen leaves the Suicide Squad after issue #22, seeking to return to a hero's path. #SuicideSquad #DC )
Apr 1, 1992 CE
Returns to Justice League America
Vixen rejoins the Justice League in Justice League America #61, becoming a regular member of the team. #JusticeLeague #DC )
May 1, 1996 CE
Appears in Justice League: A Midsummer's Nightmare
Vixen features in the limited series Justice League: A Midsummer's Nightmare #1, battling a reality-altering threat. #JusticeLeague #DC )
Jan 1, 1998 CE
Appears in JLA: The Nail
Vixen appears in the alternate universe story JLA: The Nail #1, where Superman never existed. #JLA #DC )
Sep 1, 2001 CE
Vixen: Return of the Lion One-Shot
A one-shot comic focusing on Vixen's heritage and her sister Kuasa's attempt to claim the Tantu Totem. #Vixen #DC )
Jul 1, 2004 CE
Joins Justice League Elite
Vixen becomes a member of the covert Justice League Elite in Justice League Elite #1, a team that operates outside the law. #JusticeLeague #DC )
Dec 1, 2005 CE
Participates in Infinite Crisis
Vixen joins the Battle of Metropolis in Infinite Crisis #1, fighting alongside the Justice League. #InfiniteCrisis #DC )
Aug 1, 2006 CE
Joins New Justice League of America
Vixen is a founding member of the new Justice League of America in Justice League of America vol. 2 #1, with Superman and Batman. #JusticeLeague #DC )
May 1, 2007 CE
JLA: The Lightning Saga
Vixen appears in the Justice League of America storyline JLA: The Lightning Saga, facing the return of the Legion of Super-Heroes. #JLA #DC )
May 1, 2008 CE
Vixen Miniseries Begins
The first solo series for Vixen launches with issue #1, written by Justin Gray and Jimmy Palmiotti, exploring her Zambesi heritage. #Vixen #DC )
Sep 1, 2008 CE
Vixen Miniseries Concludes
The five-issue miniseries ends with issue #5, culminating in a showdown with her sister Kuasa. #Vixen #DC )
Jul 1, 2009 CE
Appears in Cry for Justice
Vixen appears in Justice League: Cry for Justice #1, part of the storyline leading to the death of a hero. #JusticeLeague #DC )
Apr 1, 2010 CE
Appears in Brightest Day
Vixen features in Brightest Day #0, participating in the aftermath of Blackest Night. #BrightestDay #DC )
Mar 1, 2012 CE
New 52 Debut in Voodoo #5
Vixen makes her New 52 debut in Voodoo #5, reintroduced as a supporting character. #New52 #DC )
Sep 1, 2012 CE
DC Universe Presents Vixen Story
A two-part story in DC Universe Presents #12-13 focuses on Vixen, delving into her powers and family. #DCUniversePresents #Vixen )
Jul 1, 2013 CE
Joins Justice League of America (New 52)
Vixen officially joins the Justice League of America in Justice League of America #7, serving under Amanda Waller. #JusticeLeague #New52 )
Feb 1, 2014 CE
Appears in Forever Evil
Vixen appears in the Forever Evil crossover, helping the Justice League fight the Crime Syndicate. #ForeverEvil #DC )
Aug 25, 2015 CE
Vixen: A Cinematic Web Series Premieres
The six-part digital series Vixen: A Cinematic Web Series launches, starring Megalyn Echikunwoke, bringing Vixen to a wider audience. #Vixen #WebSeries )
May 25, 2016 CE
Appears in DC Universe: Rebirth
Vixen appears in DC Universe: Rebirth #1, signaling her return in the Rebirth era. #Rebirth #DC )
Feb 15, 2017 CE
Joins Batman's Justice League of America
Vixen becomes a member of Batman's new Justice League of America in Justice League of America (Rebirth) #1. #JusticeLeague #Rebirth )
Aug 9, 2017 CE
Appears in Dark Nights: Metal
Vixen appears in Dark Nights: Metal #1, facing the dark multiverse invasion. #DarkNightsMetal #DC )
Feb 28, 2018 CE
Appears in The Terrifics #1
Vixen makes a guest appearance in The Terrifics #1, aiding the team. #TheTerrifics #DC )
Jun 19, 2019 CE
Joins The Terrifics
Vixen officially becomes a member of The Terrifics in issue #19, expanding her team affiliations. #TheTerrifics #DC )
Sep 4, 2019 CE
Participates in Year of the Villain
Vixen appears in the Year of the Villain event, confronting the Batman Who Laughs' influence. #YearOfTheVillain #DC )
Jun 3, 2020 CE
Appears in Dark Nights: Death Metal
Vixen joins the battle in Dark Nights: Death Metal #1, fighting Perpetua and the Batman Who Laughs. #DeathMetal #DC )
Jan 13, 2021 CE
Future State: Justice League Appearance
A future version of Vixen appears in Future State: Justice League #1, showcasing an older, wiser hero. #FutureState #DC )
Jun 2, 2021 CE
Appears in Justice League: Last Ride
Vixen appears in Justice League: Last Ride #1, a limited series set in the future. #JusticeLeague #DC )
Apr 27, 2022 CE
Appears in DC Pride 2022
Vixen appears in DC Pride 2022 #1, celebrating the LGBTQ+ community and her allies. #DCPride #DC )
May 10, 2023 CE
Joins Titans
Vixen becomes a member of the Titans in Titans (2023) #1, serving as a mentor and powerhouse. #Titans #DC )
May 1, 2024 CE
Appears in Absolute Power
Vixen participates in the Absolute Power event, battling a new global threat. #AbsolutePower #DC )