Alec Holland (Swamp Thing)

Alec Holland (Swamp Thing)

Lesserwell-documentedAmerican comic-book tradition (DC Comics)United States (publication origin)
Origin

Publication origin: the character was created for American comic books by writer Len Wein and artist Bernie Wrightson and first appeared in House of Secrets #92. The supplied sources document the character's creation and publication history, and note significant later development by creators including Alan Moore, Stephen Bissette, and John Totleben. The provided material does not supply an in-universe origin narrative or details tying the name Alec Holland to a specific canonical biographical account within the comics.

Appearance

According to the supplied classification, the character is a humanoid/plant creature elemental and is principally identified by the title 'Swamp Thing.' The provided sources do not give detailed visual descriptors such as coloration, proportions, clothing, or specific plant features beyond this general classification.

Abilities

The sources classify the being as a 'humanoid/plant creature elemental' within the DC Comics universe but do not enumerate specific powers, behaviors, or abilities in the supplied excerpts. No canonical list of capabilities (for example, control of plant life, regeneration, or strength) is provided in these sources.

Community Record

Sources
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    Swamp Thing (Wikipedia entry for Alec Holland / Swamp Thing). Wikipedia: 'Swamp Thing is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.'; notes on creators and publication history, including first appearance in House of Secrets #92 and key creative runs.wiki
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    Swamp Thing (Wikidata entry). Wikidata: classified as 'fictional character, is a humanoid/plant creature elemental in the DC Comics Universe.'wiki
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    Archive: The Story With Martha MacCallum : FOXNEWSW : September 6, 2023. Archive item provided in research notes (no direct content about the character in supplied excerpts).other
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    Archive: Arcane's Lullaby. Archive item provided in research notes (no direct content about the character in supplied excerpts).other
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    Archive: Red - Religious Unitarian Ethical People Program Outreach Religion. Archive item provided in research notes (no direct content about the character in supplied excerpts).other
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