Search results
People also ask
Who is Black Lightning in DC Comics?
Did Black Lightning appear in DC Universe Presents?
Who created Black Lightning?
Was Black Lightning the first black superhero in DC Comics?
Who created Black Lightning in Teen Titans Go?
Who is Black Lightning in Teen Titans Go?
Black Lightning (Jeff Pierce) is a superhero who appears in American comic book published by DC Comics. The character, created by writer Tony Isabella with artist Trevor Von Eeden, first appeared in Black Lightning #1 (April 1977), during the Bronze Age of Comic Books. [1]
Black Lightning is Jefferson Pierce, a super-hero with the ability to generate and control lightning. Originally he was a high school principal and Olympic-level athlete who became a vigilante to take down organized crime in Metropolis' Suicide Slum.
Black Lightning. Academic by day, urban avenger by night, Jefferson Pierce has fought all levels of crime and corruption as a solo hero, a Justice Leaguer, and an Outsider. Jefferson Pierce grew up poor and with few expectations put on him.
Jan 10, 2018 · Created by Tony Isabella and Trevor von Eeden, Black Lightning is an icon of Bronze Age comics. First appearing in April 1977’s Black Lightning #1, Black Lightning was created in direct...
- Current Events
- Origin
- Creation
- Character Development
- Powers
- Abilities
- Equipment
- Transportation
- Personal Data
- Other Media
Black Lightning appears in DC Universe Presents #13-17 alongside Blue Devil. His dad is a reporter who has been investigating Tobias Whaleas he feels that the police aren't doing anything because they are being paid off Whale. The high school teacher is operating as a superhero during the night to take out Whale's operations before his dad gets him...
Bronze Age
Jefferson Pierce is a graduate from Garfield High in Metropolis who goes on to be an Olympic decathlon star and later a teacher at the school. He graduates from Kent State University with a teaching degree in physics. As a teacher, he works for New Carthage and later at the same Garfield High that he graduated from. Jefferson wastes no time in getting into trouble with a gang of drug pushers who are connected with the 100 organization. He does this by trying to clean the school of the pushers...
Modern Age/Black Lightning: Year One
Jefferson Pierce is a normal man who grows up in South Side, Suicide Slums, with a dream of success one day. After becoming an Olympic gold medalist in the decathlon and a college graduate, he moves to Metropolis with his wife, Lynn Stewart. The main reason they move is the death of his father, Alvin Pierce. He is killed after trying to open the eyes of the public to the scams of local con man Tobias Whale. They have a daughter they name Anissa (Thunder), and later Lynn becomes pregnant with...
Black Lightning was created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden in Black Lightning#1 in April 1977. Black Lightning was the first African-American superhero to have his own solo series. Though short lived, the series is known as an iconic addition to DC's history.
The Outsiders
Jeff is one of the founding members of The Outsiders team along with Batman, Geo-Force, Halo, Katana, and Metamorpho, and has been on and off the roster many times. He has been the leader of the team as well. In the most recent version of the the team, Alfred recruits him along with Geo-Force, Halo, Metamorpho, Katana, Creeper, and Owlman to go under the radar and take on missions they normally wouldn't be able to take. The main enemies at this time are The Insiders who are unknown to the res...
Later Solo Series and the Early 2000's
Black Lightning has fought in the Suicide Slums for a long time and it looks like an uphill battle. He and his wife Lynn divorce and Jeff grows lonely. He eventually moves to Brick City after the divorce to work at a new school. He is attacked by Painkiller at one point, but defeats him. He is also framed for rape by his enemy Broadstrip. He teams up with Gangbuster and fights many new enemies like Warthog. He is eventually cleared and encouraged by his friend Batman to keep on fighting. He b...
Justice League of America
Jeff is invited to the Justice League of America during its Satellite years and at first turns down the offer. He joins a new version of the League later. He fights alongside Geo-Force, Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Red Arrow, Vixen, Red Tornado, Hawkgirl, Black Canary and Hal Jordan against Amazo and Solomon Grundy. He stays with the team for a good time until he is traded to The Outsiders at the request of Batman.
Enhanced Conditioning:Though years removed from his Olympic career, Black Lightning obviously keeps in peak physical fitness. He is still nearly 200 pounds of well-developed muscle and a continues to train as a world-class decathlete, giving him above average strength, speed, and stamina. He possesses exceptional physical prowess, and is a superior...
Boxing/Kickboxing: Jeff is a capable melee combatant. He has received combat training from both Wildcat, and Batman. His training with Wildcat enhanced his natural athleticism so that he became an exceptional pugilist. Those lessons have been further developed in his training with Batman. Master Martial Artist: Jeff was originally just a street fig...
Electric Power Belt: Black Lightning had to access his powers through a belt; he has since internalized these powers.
Black Lightning can use Electricity to transport through power lines or even lightning bolts, when he has invoked his energy form. He can also focus his energy into a single bolt of lightning, which allows him to travel distance instantly (180,000 miles per second), as a form of teleportation, though this mode of travel can drain his energy reserve...
Characteristics
1. Height:6'2" 2. Weight:195 lbs 3. Eyes:Black 4. Hair: Black
Super Friends
For further details: Super Friends On the "Challenge Of the Super Friends" version on the show, a character named Black Vulcan is based on Black Lightning. He serves on the Justice League along with Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman, Flash, Green Lantern, Robin, Hawkman, Apache Chief, and Samurai. He had many powers including projecting electricity/lightning from his hands, flight, time travel, moving at the speed of light, and welding. He was used instead of Black Lightning due to a di...
Batman: the Brave and the Bold
For further details: Batman: the Brave and the Bold In the episode "Enter the Outsiders," a teenage Black Lightning (voiced by Bumper Robinson) appears as a member of the Outsiders with Katana and Metamorpho. At first, he appears as an enemy, but soon changes sides to help a dying Wildcat. They later appear in the teaser for "Duel of the Double-Crossers!" to fight a simulation of Despero. In the teaser for "Requiem for a Scarlet Speedster!", he gains a costume similar to his original one and...
Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths
For further details: Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths Black Lightning made a small appearance in the movie as one of the Justice League reserve members called in by Batman to battle Superwoman and her cohorts. He was voiced by Cedric Yarbrough.
Jan 16, 2018 · Black Lightning is among DC's first African American superheroes. A resident of Metropolis' Suicide Slum, Jefferson fights to keep his family and his community safe from gangs like The 100...
4 days ago · Black Lightning is a superhero from DC Comics, known for his electrifying powers and strong sense of justice. Created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden, he first appeared in 1977. Created by Tony Isabella and Trevor Von Eeden, he first appeared in 1977.
