The Connection Between Black Adam And Shazam Explained

While they may seem very different, Shazam and Black Adam can cite the same source for their powers. It all starts with the story of Black Adam; the Ancient Egyptian man saw unspeakable cruelty as a slave. Known at the time as Teth-Adam, he would go on to find the Rock of Eternity along with his nephew Aman. The Wizard bestowed on Aman the titles of his champion and the special abilities that went along with it. 

Aman’s ideals made him a perfect choice for the Wizard, also referred to as Shazam, but Teth-Adam wanted revenge. What unfolded was Aman’s murder at the hands of his uncle and Adam assuming all powers; Adam’s violent quest ultimately led back to the Council of Eternity. A battle ensued that saw only The Wizard survive, his next act banishing the man now called Black Adam from causing chaos (via DC).

Thousands of years later The Wizard would find another hero in the unlikeliest of places. Billy Batson’s childhood in foster care was fraught with problems. In the modern era, Batson’s life was directly influenced by Adam’s murderous ways. It all led The Wizard to once again bestow his powers in hopes of creating a true champion. The event also sees the return of Black Adam and Batson’s growing search to find his missing sister. Keep in mind this is only in the modern comics canon, the films and subsequent comics alter events for storytelling purposes (via DC).

While they may seem very different, Shazam and Black Adam can cite the same source for their powers. It all starts with the story of Black Adam; the Ancient Egyptian man saw unspeakable cruelty as a slave. Known at the time as Teth-Adam, he would go on to find the Rock of Eternity along with his nephew Aman. The Wizard bestowed on Aman the titles of his champion and the special abilities that went along with it. 

Aman’s ideals made him a perfect choice for the Wizard, also referred to as Shazam, but Teth-Adam wanted revenge. What unfolded was Aman’s murder at the hands of his uncle and Adam assuming all powers; Adam’s violent quest ultimately led back to the Council of Eternity. A battle ensued that saw only The Wizard survive, his next act banishing the man now called Black Adam from causing chaos (via DC).

Thousands of years later The Wizard would find another hero in the unlikeliest of places. Billy Batson’s childhood in foster care was fraught with problems. In the modern era, Batson’s life was directly influenced by Adam’s murderous ways. It all led The Wizard to once again bestow his powers in hopes of creating a true champion. The event also sees the return of Black Adam and Batson’s growing search to find his missing sister. Keep in mind this is only in the modern comics canon, the films and subsequent comics alter events for storytelling purposes (via DC).