Shazam!: Origins #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join free"Shazam! [Chapter 1]" kicks off Geoff Johns’ reimagining of the Shazam mythos with a grounded, heartfelt look at Billy Batson and his foster brother Freddy as they navigate their lives in the city. When Freddy follows Billy to the zoo and discovers his secret visits to a tiger named Tawny, the two bond over their shared sense of being outsiders—leading them to plot a clever act of revenge against the Bryers. Meanwhile, Sivana, now wielding a newfound ability to perceive magic, sets his sights on a long-lost tomb, drawing him closer to the dark legacy of Black Adam. Gary Frank’s dynamic artwork brings emotional weight and kinetic energy to every page, while Brad Anderson’s colors and Nick J. Napolitano’s crisp lettering complete the immersive experience.
In "Shazam! [Chapter 1]" from Shazam!: Origins #1 (2019), the sinister Sivana closes in on those touched by the Wizard Shazam’s power, while Rosa and Victor Vasquez step forward to offer a home to Billy, a child whose life is about to change in ways neither of them can foresee.
In "Shazam! [Chapter 4]," Freddy follows Billy one night to the zoo, where he discovers Billy’s secret visits to a tiger named Tawny. The two boys team up to outwit the Bryers, while Sivana, now able to see magic, closes in on the hidden tomb of Black Adam.
In "Shazam! Chapter 5," Black Adam demands answers from Sivana after his release, while Billy Batson, caught in the aftermath of a failed plan with Freddy, escapes into the subway—only to stumble upon a strange, otherworldly place that feels far from home.
In "Shazam! [Chapter 6]," Billy Batson meets the Wizard Shazam, who bestows upon him the power to transform into the superhero Shazam and warns of a looming danger. Now wielding his new abilities, Billy—alongside his friend Freddy—begins to navigate the challenges of being a hero, discovering what it means to protect others in a world that’s suddenly changed.
In "Shazam! Chapter 7," Black Adam’s return to the modern world is orchestrated by Sivana, setting off a clash of wills when Adam tries to claim the Rock of Eternity—only to be blocked by the arrival of a new champion. The story hinges on the tension between ancient power and a fresh, unexpected destiny.
In "Shazam! Chapter 10," Billy remains in hiding as Black Adam closes in, hunting the newly empowered Shazam. Freddy takes charge, guiding the foster siblings on a desperate search to find him. Meanwhile, Sivana’s sinister plan unfolds as he unites the Seven Deadly Sins, bringing them to Black Adam’s side.
In "Shazam! Chapter 11," Billy and his siblings race toward the Rock of Eternity, desperate to find the Wizard and stop Black Adam. As they journey, Francesca shares the dark history of Black Adam, sparking a revelation in Billy that might just change everything.
In "Shazam! Chapter 12," Black Adam confronts Billy with a chilling confession about the true cost of his power, revealing a dark secret tied to his past. Meanwhile, Mary, Freddy, and the foster siblings prepare a daring rescue, knowing time is running out.
In the climactic chapter of *Shazam!: Origins*, Billy Batson makes a bold choice: he shares his Shazam powers with his foster siblings, unlocking their own heroic potential as they stand together against Black Adam and the Seven Deadly Sins—now fused with the possessed Mr. Bryer, who’s become a monstrous force of chaos. The story builds toward a desperate showdown where family, magic, and courage collide.
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