Black Lightning
Francis Powell5 series7 issues
Black Lightning, also known as Francis Powell, has appeared in 7 comics from DC Comics since 1997. The most recent cataloged appearance dates to 2025. Team affiliations include Metal Men (Tangent Universe). Most cataloged appearances come from Tangent: Superman's Reign.
Real Name
Francis Powell
Hero Name
Black Lightning
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First Appearance
Powers
Stamina, Weapon Master, Unarmed Combat, Tracking, Marksmanship, Stealth
Gender
Male
Aliases
Francis Powell
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