[1][2][3][4] A slight twist was added to better tie the strip into science fiction rather than fantasy; instead of possessing the attributes of six mythical elders, Captain Universe's powers were derived from real-life scientific figures Galileo, Archimedes, Leonardo da Vinci, Aristotle and Pythagoras.

As a result, Captain Universe was selected by Alan Moore for an appearance in The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Volume IV: The Tempest in 2018.

[5] Despite being in the public domain like the rest of the characters in The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen series, Mick Anglo's role as Captain Universe's creator was uniquely acknowledged in the issue's credits, Moore having sought out his permission before his death.

[13] United Nations Interplanetary Division scientist Jim Logan devises an electrical treatment that draws power from the far reaches of space, giving him the ability to turn into the superhuman Captain Universe when he calls out "galap".

He is able to draw on the galactic knowledge of Galileo, Archimedes' physics expertise, Da Vinci's inventing skills, Aristotle's mastery of philosophy and Pythagorus' [sic][a] geometry talents.