In recent decades, writers have moved Adam away from being a "one-dimensional villain" to a more nuanced "regal protector":
: He has occasionally attempted to join teams like the Justice Society of America (JSA), though his extreme methods often lead to conflict with heroes like Hawkman. Zwarte Adam
: Born as Teth-Adam in ancient Kahndaq, he was chosen by the wizard Shazam to be a champion of good. In recent decades, writers have moved Adam away