Epic Golden Age Superheroes Who Were Sadly Lost To Time

For various reasons, some of these characters faded into obscurity and were forgotten. But we still think about them a lot and would not mind a comeback from either of these.

Human Torch & Toro

Not to be confused with the one from the Fantastic Four, the original Human Torch, debuted in Marvel Comics #1 alongside Namor as one of the first Marvel superheroes. Toro is an android who joins up with the Invaders, fights Nazis, and gains similar powers as its sidekick. Forgotten with time, several attempts to bring this bedrock Golden Age Marvel character have been made and all have been unsuccessful.

Wildcat

Another Nazi-fighting hero, Ted Grant always added entertainment to every story. A boxing champion who donned the costume to fight crime and went on to become a trainer for several young heroes, he was part of The Justice Society and according to the fans, his gruff personality and odd sense of humor would work well in modern times to bring him back on his own.

Blazing Skull

Blazing Skull, another Invader, was a war reporter who learned various powers from a group of mystics called the Skull Men. Initially, he had no powers other than being invulnerable to fire and a good martial artist, but with time, he not only gained super strength but healing powers and the ability to control flame as well. This character has a lot of potential and can easily fit into the modern Marvel universe with a few changes to his story and fans would love nothing less than that. 

Hourman

Rex Tyler became the super-hero Hourman after discovering the chemical Miraclo, which allows him to possess extraordinary powers for an hour at a time. In addition to the Justice Society, he also joined the All-Star Squadron. He’s one of the most interesting Justice Society characters and he was addicted to not only being a superhero but also the drug, Miraclo. A modern-day series dealing with a Superhero Addict would definitely be a fan favorite.

The Sandman

No, not the Spider-Man villain, this Sandman was a vigilante who later joined The Justice Society. Wesley Dodds solved mysteries and crimes while carrying a gas gun and wearing a gas mask, a suit, and a trench coat. Sandman Mystery Theatre was a 90’s vertigo series, gritty and dark, which delves into the mystery and dark side of Golden Age DC.