10 Most Powerful Sorcerers In DC Comics
2. The Phantom Stranger
Introduced in 1952 as DC's most mysterious supernatural character, the Phantom Stranger has often been described as a fallen angel, a wandering celestial, the future son of Superman and Wonder Woman, and a cursed Judas Iscariot.
Like the Spectre, the Phantom Stranger was originally introduced as a costumed mystery-man who battled magical and cosmic threats. He would later develop into more of a grey area - a character who appeared to aid characters in times of crisis, avoid conflict when it didn't suit, and exist as an all-powerful force in the DC Universe.
Providing support for the Justice League, the Phantom Stranger has also wandered through the pages of DC Comics as a storyteller, narrator, omniscient presence, and occasional enemy.
Seemingly immortal, unageing, and capable of amazing magical feats, it's more of a testament to the Phantom Stranger's powers that he doesn't use them all that often. Preferring to use his words, knowledge, and omniscience to aid heroes, the Phantom Stranger is imposing and revered simply for existing.
Wearing an iconic trenchcoat, fedora, and medallion said to be made from Judas' thirty pieces of silver, the Stranger certainly casts an intriguing shadow over the DC Universe. Many heroes and villains have tried to outsmart or defeat him, but even the Spectre knew that killing him was beyond his power.
The Stranger is also known for gathering heroes, manipulating them into fighting for him, and using the powers of mystic heroes to bolster his own. Harbouring tense relationships with DC's fellow sorcerers and magic users, there's only been one magical hero who the Phantom Stranger has actively respected, never challenged, or doesn't interfere with...