Black Lightning

Black Lightning

Character

Jefferson Pierce

Description

Jefferson Pierce is a schoolteacher and former Olympic athlete who uses his ability to generate and control electricity to fight crime as Black Lightning. He operates primarily in urban neighborhoods, balancing his role as an educator with his vigilante activities. Known for his distinctive costume and mastery of electrokinetic powers, Black Lightning is also a father to two daughters who have inherited similar abilities.

Character Details

Real Name

Jefferson Pierce

Hero Name

Black Lightning

Publisher

DC Comics

Powers

Super Strength, Agility, Flight, Energy absorption, Super speed, Stamina, Telekinesis, Intellect, Teleport, Radar Sense, Force Field, Blast Power, Healing, Magnetism, Unarmed Combat, Electricity Control, Tracking, Electronic interaction, Energy-Enhanced Strike, Technopathy, Electronic Disruption, Levitation, Energy Shield, Marksmanship, Energy Manipulation, Heat Generation, Energy Based Constructs, Stealth, Leadership

Gender

Male

Birthday

July 21, 1972

Occupation

Crime Fighter, High School teacher, Former gold-medal-winning Olympic Decathlete, formerly Secretary of Education under Presidents Pete Ross and Lex Luthor.

Eye Color

Brown

Hair Color

No Hair

Height (cm)

185

Weight (kg)

90

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