Mad Harriet
Encyclopedia
Mad Harriet is a fictional character in the DC Comics
universe
. She first appeared in Mister Miracle
vol. 1 #6 (January 1972), and was created by Jack Kirby
.
's orphanage. A deeply disturbed child, she impresses Granny with her ferocious temper and penchant for violence, and she inducts the girl into the Female Furies
. In this capacity, Mad Harriet serves Darkseid
. During the battle with the Earth-based Suicide Squad
over the fate of Glorious Godfrey
, Harriet is almost killed when she attacks the Bronze Tiger
and her energy claws backfire.
During another mission, Harriet is captured by the Gods of New Genesis
but is sent back to Darkseid. Later, Mad Harriet is seen as a prostitute in Granny Goodness' brothel, though it is left ambiguous as to whether this is the real Mad Harriet or a delusion by the second Mister Miracle
. She also befriends fellow criminal Harley Quinn
, though Bernadeth
later scolds her for associating with a mortal.
, and Hawkgirl
on separate occasions.
In Countdown #11 Mad Harriet is part of the battle against Mary Marvel
, Harley Quinn
and the second Catwoman. As 'Dog Soldiers' open fire on Mary she ducks and the bullets shred Mad Harriet.
She, along with some other Furies, have possessed some of Earth's heroines and villainess. Mad Harriet is currently in the body of Batwoman
.
DC Comics
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universe
Fictional universe
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. She first appeared in Mister Miracle
Mister Miracle
Mister Miracle is a fictional superhero published by DC Comics. He first appeared in Mister Miracle #1 and was created by Jack Kirby.-Publication history:...
vol. 1 #6 (January 1972), and was created by Jack Kirby
Jack Kirby
Jack Kirby , born Jacob Kurtzberg, was an American comic book artist, writer and editor regarded by historians and fans as one of the major innovators and most influential creators in the comic book medium....
.
History
Mad Harriet is raised in Granny GoodnessGranny Goodness
Granny Goodness is a fictional character, a deity and supervillain published by DC Comics. Created by Jack Kirby, Granny Goodness was modeled on comedienne Phyllis Diller and first appeared in Mister Miracle vol...
's orphanage. A deeply disturbed child, she impresses Granny with her ferocious temper and penchant for violence, and she inducts the girl into the Female Furies
Female Furies
The Female Furies are a group of fictional women warriors appearing in comics published by DC Comics. They first appeared in Mister Miracle #6 , and were created by Jack Kirby.-Team history:...
. In this capacity, Mad Harriet serves Darkseid
Darkseid
Darkseid is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by DC Comics. The character first appeared in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen #134 and was created by writer-artist Jack Kirby....
. During the battle with the Earth-based Suicide Squad
Suicide Squad
The Suicide Squad, also known as Task Force X , is a name for two fictional organizations in the DC Comics Universe. The first version debuted in The Brave and the Bold #25 , and the second in Legends #3...
over the fate of Glorious Godfrey
Glorious Godfrey
Glorious Godfrey is a DC Comics villain created by Jack Kirby, originally as part of The Fourth World series of comic books in the early 1970s. He first appeared in Forever People vol. 1 #3 .-Fictional character biography:...
, Harriet is almost killed when she attacks the Bronze Tiger
Bronze Tiger
Bronze Tiger is a fictional character, a superhero in the DC Universe. He is a martial artist who first appeared in Dragon's Fists, a novel by Dennis O'Neil and Jim Berry, starring Richard Dragon. His first DC Comics appearance was in Richard Dragon, Kung Fu Fighter.-Early years:Ben Turner comes...
and her energy claws backfire.
During another mission, Harriet is captured by the Gods of New Genesis
New Genesis
New Genesis is a fictional planet in the . This planet, along with Apokolips, is speculated to be near the constellation Orion...
but is sent back to Darkseid. Later, Mad Harriet is seen as a prostitute in Granny Goodness' brothel, though it is left ambiguous as to whether this is the real Mad Harriet or a delusion by the second Mister Miracle
Mister Miracle
Mister Miracle is a fictional superhero published by DC Comics. He first appeared in Mister Miracle #1 and was created by Jack Kirby.-Publication history:...
. She also befriends fellow criminal Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn was first introduced as a villain on September 11, 1992, in the animated series Batman: The Animated Series, later adapted into DC Comics' Batman comic books. As suggested by her name , she is clad in the manner of a traditional harlequin jester...
, though Bernadeth
Bernadeth
Bernadeth is a fictional extraterrestrial goddess published by DC Comics. She first appeared in Mister Miracle vol. 1 #6 , and was created by Jack Kirby.-Fictional character biography:...
later scolds her for associating with a mortal.
Current status
Mad Harriet reappears with the rest of the Female Furies as they battle Firestorm, OrionOrion (comics)
Orion is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by DC Comics. The character first appeared in New Gods #1 , and was created by writer-artist Jack Kirby.-Jack Kirby Era:...
, and Hawkgirl
Hawkgirl
Hawkgirl is the name of several female fictional superhero characters, all owned by DC Comics and existing in that company's universe. The character is one of the first costumed female superheroes...
on separate occasions.
In Countdown #11 Mad Harriet is part of the battle against Mary Marvel
Mary Marvel
Mary Marvel is a fictional character, a comic book superheroine, originally published by Fawcett Comics and now owned by DC Comics. Created by Otto Binder and Marc Swayze, she first appeared in Captain Marvel Adventures #18 in...
, Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn was first introduced as a villain on September 11, 1992, in the animated series Batman: The Animated Series, later adapted into DC Comics' Batman comic books. As suggested by her name , she is clad in the manner of a traditional harlequin jester...
and the second Catwoman. As 'Dog Soldiers' open fire on Mary she ducks and the bullets shred Mad Harriet.
She, along with some other Furies, have possessed some of Earth's heroines and villainess. Mad Harriet is currently in the body of Batwoman
Batwoman
Batwoman is the name of several fictional characters, female counterparts to the superhero Batman. The original version was created by Bob Kane and Sheldon Moldoff. Her alter ego is Kathy Kane. This character appears in publications produced by DC Comics and related media beginning in Detective...
.
Powers and abilities
Mad Harriet wears "power spikes" on her hands that crackle with energy. They can cause enough damage to harm even the most powerful metahumans of the DC universe. Due to her insanity, Harriet has a crazed style of fighting.Television
- Mad Harriet appeared on Superman: The Animated SeriesSuperman: The Animated SeriesSuperman: The Animated Series is an American animated television series starring DC Comics' flagship character, Superman. The series was produced by Warner Bros. Animation and aired on The WB from September 6, 1996 to February 12, 2000. Warner Bros...
in several episodes voiced by Andrea MartinAndrea MartinAndrea Louise Martin is an American and Canadian actress and comedienne. She has appeared in films such as My Big Fat Greek Wedding, on stage in productions such as My Favorite Year, Fiddler on the Roof and Candide, and in the television series, SCTV.-Personal life:Martin, the oldest of three...
. She made her first appearance in the two-part episode "Little Girl Lost" where she, alongside LashinaLashinaLashina is a fictional character, and extraterrestrial warrior woman published by DC Comics. Created by Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in Mister Miracle vol. 1 #6 .-Fictional character biography:...
and StompaStompaStompa is a fictional extraterrestrial goddess published by DC Comics. She first appeared in Mister Miracle vol. 1 #6 , and was created by Jack Kirby.-Fictional character biography:...
, was summoned by Granny Goodness to battle SupergirlSupergirlSupergirl is a female counterpart to the DC Comics Superman. As his cousin, she shares his super powers and vulnerability to Kryptonite. She was created by writer Otto Binder and designed by artist Al Plastino in 1959. She first appeared in the Action Comics comic book series and later branched out...
. She also appeared later during the series finale two-part episode "Legacy", where she and the others celebrated after Superman's success, but later attacked the Man of Steel when he betrayed them. - Mad Harriet also appeared in Justice League UnlimitedJustice League UnlimitedJustice League Unlimited is an American animated television series that was produced by Warner Bros. Animation and aired on Cartoon Network. Featuring a wide array of superheroes from the DC Comics universe, and specifically based on the Justice League superhero team, it is a direct sequel to the...
in the first part of the series finale, "Alive". - Mad Harriet appears in the tenth season of SmallvilleSmallvilleSmallville is the hometown of Superman in comic books published by DC Comics. While growing up in Smallville, the young Clark Kent attended Smallville High with best friends Lana Lang, Chloe Sullivan and Pete Ross...
in the episode "Abandoned" played by Lindsay HartleyLindsay HartleyLindsay Nicole Hartley is an American singer and actress. She is known for her role as Theresa Winthrop aka Theresa Lopez-Fitzgerald on Passions, Carolyn "Cara" Martin on All My Children and for her role as Arianna Hernandez on Days of our Lives.- Early life :Born in Palm Springs, California,...
. Harriet acts as Granny Goodness's second in command and acts as the group's leader when Granny is not present. She wears a glove of kryptoniteKryptoniteKryptonite is a fictional material from the Superman mythos —the ore form of a radioactive element from Superman's home planet of Krypton. It is famous for being the ultimate physical weakness of Superman, and the word kryptonite has since become synonymous with an Achilles' heel —the one weakness...
-forged claws (similar to Freddy Kruger). She and the rest of the Female Furies capture Clark Kent and almost executes him but are called off by Granny Goodness. Later, Harriet attacks Tess Mercer, but is knocked out by Mercer shortly afterwards.
Film
- Mad Harriet appears in Superman/Batman: ApocalypseSuperman/Batman: ApocalypseSuperman/Batman: Apocalypse is a 2010 direct-to-video animated film based on the Superman/Batman comic storyline "The Supergirl from Krypton" and is a sequel to Superman/Batman: Public Enemies. The art style is partly based on that of Michael Turner, who penciled the Superman/Batman comic book arc...
. She has no speaking lines in it she tries to bite Wonder WomanWonder WomanWonder Woman is a DC Comics superheroine created by William Moulton Marston. She first appeared in All Star Comics #8 . The Wonder Woman title has been published by DC Comics almost continuously except for a brief hiatus in 1986....
, her few grunts are provided by Salli SaffiotiSalli SaffiotiSalli Saffioti is a professional actress, known for playing roles in video games including Ingrid Hunnigan in Resident Evil 4 and Resident Evil: Degeneration, Ming in Lost Odyssey, the Sea Captain's daughter in Tales of the Black Freighter, Razia in The Prince of Persia and the Black Widow in...
.