Adopting the name "Wotan" from Germanic and Norse legends, the character developed a strong desire for power, leading to conflicts with Doctor Fate.

[1] Wotan has made appearances in various forms of media, including adaptations in animated series such as Batman: The Brave and the Bold and Young Justice.

[3] Per Degaton summons Wotan, among other villains, to assist in capturing the JSA and stop them from interfering in his attempt to alter history.

When the Spectre is released and frees the other members, Degaton goes back in time, erasing everybody's memories of the event and returning them to their proper places.

[1] While fighting the current Doctor Fate and the Justice League, Wotan enters the tower to confront God.

[7] A powerful sorcerer capable of challenging Doctor Fate, Wotan possess a mastery of black magic from centuries of study.