Who Is Jim Shooter? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Jim Shooter is a Non-Fictional comic book character, the alter ego of James Shooter, with over 43 comic issue appearances. James Shooter (1951 - ) is comic book writer, occasional fill-in artist, editor, and publisher. He has appeared as a character in a number of stories.

Who is Jim Shooter?

James Shooter started his lengthy career in 1966 while still underage. He was hired as a writer by DC comics, helping revitalize the "Legion of Super-Heroes" series and also working on Superman. His notable creations included Karate Kid, Ferro Lad, Princess Projectra and the Parassite. He retired for a while and returned to the series in the mid-1970s. He moved to Marvel Comics shortly after, working as a writer and assistant editor. As a writer for the period, his best-remembered work is the Korvac Saga at the Avengers title. In 1978, Shooter became Marvel editor-in-chief, largely in charge of the creative decision-making. He held the position to 1987.

Key facts

Jim Shooter is of human origin. The character is published by Non-Fictional. With 43 recorded issue appearances, Jim Shooter ranks among the most featured characters in comics.