Dr Manhattan
Basic Information
Full Name: Dr. Jonathan “Jon” Osterman
Aliases/Nicknames: Doctor Manhattan
Age: Ageless
Gender: Male
Occupation: Former nuclear physicist
Affiliation: United States Department of Defense
Appearance
Height: Variable
Build: Muscular
Eye Color: White
Hair Color: None
Distinguishing Features: Blue skin, symbol of a hydrogen atom on his forehead
Background
Place of Origin: Earth
Family: Janey Slater (ex-girlfriend), Laurie Juspeczyk (ex-girlfriend), Angela Abar
(wife)
Education: Ph.D. in atomic physics
History: Transformed into a superhuman following a laboratory accident
Personality
Traits: Detached, philosophical, introspective
Likes: Understanding the universe
Dislikes: Human conflicts and trivialities
Strengths: Omnipotence, omniscience
Weaknesses: Disconnection from humanity
Abilities
Skills: Scientific knowledge
Powers (if applicable): Omnipotence, reality warping, time manipulation,
teleportation, and more
Equipment/Tools: None
Relationships
Allies: Laurie Juspeczyk, Angela Abar
Enemies: Ozymandias (temporarily)
Romantic Interests: Janey Slater, Laurie Juspeczyk, Angela Abar
Mentors: None
Proteges: None
Story Arcs
Notable Events: Transformation into Doctor Manhattan, involvement in the events
of Watchmen
Character Development: Gradual detachment from humanity, eventual decision to
create life
Challenges/Conflicts: Struggle with his role in human affairs, moral dilemmas
Quotes
Catchphrases: None
Notable Dialogue: “Nothing ever ends.”
Trivia
Interesting Facts: Often depicted as a god-like being
Influences: The character is a commentary on American exceptionalism and the
morality of power
Cultural Impact: Significant impact on comic book culture and the superhero
genre
Probable Death Battle Victor
Vs Marty McFly: Dr. Manhattan (100% probability of victory) - Due to omnipotence.
Vs Robin Hood: Dr. Manhattan (100% probability of victory) - Due to omnipotence.
Vs T-800 Terminator: Dr. Manhattan (100% probability of victory) - Due to
omnipotence.
Vs The Master Chief: Dr. Manhattan (100% probability of victory) - Due to
omnipotence.
Vs Wonder Woman: Dr. Manhattan (100% probability of victory) - Due to
omnipotence.
References
First Appearance: Watchmen #1 (September 1986)
Creators: Alan Moore, Dave Gibbons
Portrayed by (if applicable): Billy Crudup (in the 2009 film “Watchmen”)