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| relatives = [[Kalibak]] (son)<br>[[Orion]] (son)<br>[[Steppenwolf]] (uncle)
 
| base = [[Star Command]]
 
| base = [[Star Command]]
 
| affiliation = [[Intergalactic Underworld]]
 
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'''''Darkseid''''' could very well be the most dangerous foe the [[Justice League of America]] have ever faced. He is the evil ruler of the planet [[Apokolips]]. For years ''Darkseid'' has tried to conquer the universe and rule over it, forcing everyone in the universe to bow to his will. With the help of his henchmen, [[Kalibak]] and [[DeSaad]], Darkseid has become a dreaded figure all over the galaxy.
 
'''''Darkseid''''' could very well be the most dangerous foe the [[Justice League of America]] have ever faced. He is the evil ruler of the planet [[Apokolips]]. For years ''Darkseid'' has tried to conquer the universe and rule over it, forcing everyone in the universe to bow to his will. With the help of his henchmen, [[Kalibak]] and [[DeSaad]], Darkseid has become a dreaded figure all over the galaxy.
   
His powerful ''Omega Beams'' can even overwhelm [[Superman]] when used at full power!
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His powerful ''[[Omega Beams]]'' can even overwhelm [[Superman]] when used at full power!
 
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==[[Earth-1A]] History==
 
==[[Earth-1A]] History==
 
He is said to be a powerful Leader of the ''[[Intergalactic Underworld]].''
 
He is said to be a powerful Leader of the ''[[Intergalactic Underworld]].''
   
He also is madly obsessed with possessing [[Wonder Woman]] as his bride.
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He also is madly obsessed with possessing [[Wonder Woman]] as his bride, as he needs a queen to rule the universe with, like most villains that follow this trope. However, this attraction to her may be based solely on lust and not for any kind of romantic feelings. If they ''did'' marry, Diana would be [[Kalibak]] and [[Orion]]'s stepmother.
[[Image:DarkseidSuperPowersBK.png|thumb|The Evil '''Darkseid'''<ref>As seen in the television [[Super Powers Burger King commercial|commercial]] for '''Burger King'''.</ref>]]
 
   
 
==Background Information==
 
==Background Information==
 
[[File:Darkseid_2.png|thumb|250px]]
 
[[Image:DarkseidSuperPowersBK.png|thumb|250px|The Evil Darkseid<ref>As seen in the television [[Super Powers Burger King commercial|commercial for '''Burger King]]'''.</ref>]]
 
[[File:Omega_Beams.png|thumb|250px|''Darkseid'' using his ''Omega Beams'']]
 
On the ''parallel-universe'' of [[Earth-One]], '''''Uxas''''' was born into the royal family of ''Apokolips''. He is the younger son of ''Yuga Khan'' and ''Heggra''.
 
On the ''parallel-universe'' of [[Earth-One]], '''''Uxas''''' was born into the royal family of ''Apokolips''. He is the younger son of ''Yuga Khan'' and ''Heggra''.
   
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Finally, Uxas saw his chance when a connection to the ''Omega Realm'' was discovered. Drax was intended to connect with it and assume his godname, but Uxas interrupted the process and took the power for himself, supposedly killing Drax in the process. When he emerged, he took the name '''''Darkseid''''' as his godname. Heggra was quite pleased with Darkseid's ruthlessness, having long detested Drax's pacifism.
 
Finally, Uxas saw his chance when a connection to the ''Omega Realm'' was discovered. Drax was intended to connect with it and assume his godname, but Uxas interrupted the process and took the power for himself, supposedly killing Drax in the process. When he emerged, he took the name '''''Darkseid''''' as his godname. Heggra was quite pleased with Darkseid's ruthlessness, having long detested Drax's pacifism.
   
As part of his plan to eliminate another rival, Darkseid convinced his uncle, ''General [[Steppenwolf]]'', to hunt the [[New Gods]] of ''New Genesis'' for sport. Darkseid accompanied his uncle on his hunt, where he killed Avia, wife of Izaya, the ruler of New Genesis. Izaya in turn killed Steppenwolf, but Darkseid soon resurrected him, and a war between Apokolips and New Genesis began.
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As part of his plan to eliminate another rival, Darkseid convinced his uncle, ''General [[Steppenwolf]]'', to hunt the [[New Gods]] of ''New Genesis'' for sport. Darkseid accompanied his uncle on his hunt, where he killed Avia, wife of ''[[Highfather]] Izaya'', the ruler of New Genesis. Izaya in turn killed Steppenwolf, but Darkseid soon resurrected him, and a war between Apokolips and New Genesis began.
   
 
During this time, Darkseid was betrothed to a woman named Tigra, a woman in line with Heggra's own preferences. Darkseid held no affection for Tigra.
 
During this time, Darkseid was betrothed to a woman named Tigra, a woman in line with Heggra's own preferences. Darkseid held no affection for Tigra.
   
   
[[File:Omega_Beams.png|thumb|250px|''Darkseid'' using his ''Omega Beams'']]
 
 
==Powers and Abilities==
 
==Powers and Abilities==
 
As an almost god-like being, Darkseid has several powers that surpass most other beings in the known universe.
 
As an almost god-like being, Darkseid has several powers that surpass most other beings in the known universe.
   
 
===Powers===
 
===Powers===
'''New God Physiology''': The beings of Apokolips call themselves Gods and live outside of normal time and space in a realm called the Fourth World. These New Gods have evolved due to their close proximity to the Source, a primeval energy, believed to be one of the ultimate foundations of the Universal Expression of Energy, along with their superior technology, into beings of genetic stability and evolutionary perfection. The denizens of New Genesis are immortal, stronger, faster, and smarter than ''[[homo sapiens]]'', despite their resemblance to the same.
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'''[[Alien Physiology|New God Physiology]]''': The beings of Apokolips call themselves Gods and live outside of normal time and space in a realm called the Fourth World. These New Gods have evolved due to their close proximity to the Source, a primeval energy, believed to be one of the ultimate foundations of the Universal Expression of Energy, along with their superior technology, into beings of genetic stability and evolutionary perfection. The denizens of New Genesis are immortal, stronger, faster, and smarter than ''[[homo sapiens]]'', despite their resemblance to the same.
 
*'''[[Superhuman Strength]]'''<ref>See the [http://dc.wikia.com/wiki/Green_Lantern_80-Page_Giant_Vol_1_3 ''Green Lantern 80-Page Giant Vol 1 #3''] published in August, 2000; at the [http://dc.wikia.com ''DC Database''].</ref>
 
*'''[[Superhuman Strength]]'''<ref>See the [http://dc.wikia.com/wiki/Green_Lantern_80-Page_Giant_Vol_1_3 ''Green Lantern 80-Page Giant Vol 1 #3''] published in August, 2000; at the [http://dc.wikia.com ''DC Database''].</ref>
 
*'''[[Superhuman Speed]]'''
 
*'''[[Superhuman Speed]]'''
 
*'''[[Superhuman Stamina]]'''
 
*'''[[Superhuman Stamina]]'''
*'''[[Invulnerability]]''': Darkseid is completely impervious to most forms of energy attacks as well as physical blows. He however can be knocked around by beings with colossal strength and power. He is not completely invulnerable, however; massively powerful beings ''are'' able to hurt him.
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*'''[[Invulnerability]]''': Darkseid is completely impervious to most forms of energy attacks as well as physical blows. He however can be knocked around by beings with colossal [[strength]] and power. He is not completely invulnerable, however; massively powerful beings ''are'' able to hurt him.
 
*'''[[Immortality]]''': As a [[New God]], Darkseid is all immortal, unable to die of old age, or any other causes.
 
*'''[[Immortality]]''': As a [[New God]], Darkseid is all immortal, unable to die of old age, or any other causes.
 
*'''[[Omega Effect]]''': A great power that Darkseid has claimed for himself. He focuses this power as a form of energy that he fires from his eyes. This effect is not only a relentless attack, but it is capable of teleporting the target to any location Darkseid chooses and recall them later or erase the target from the universe and similarly reform them. Darkseid has pinpoint control over his Omega Beams, and his unerring aim allows it to travel in straight lines or bend, twist or curve around corners. The Effect can travel across time and pass through different universes, and can pass through nearly any known barrier.
 
*'''[[Omega Effect]]''': A great power that Darkseid has claimed for himself. He focuses this power as a form of energy that he fires from his eyes. This effect is not only a relentless attack, but it is capable of teleporting the target to any location Darkseid chooses and recall them later or erase the target from the universe and similarly reform them. Darkseid has pinpoint control over his Omega Beams, and his unerring aim allows it to travel in straight lines or bend, twist or curve around corners. The Effect can travel across time and pass through different universes, and can pass through nearly any known barrier.
 
*'''[[Telepathy]]'''
 
*'''[[Telepathy]]'''
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*'''[[Mind Control]]''': He also sought after the [[Anti-Life Equation]] for total dominance over [[life form|sentient beings]].
*'''[[Mind Control]]'''
 
 
*'''[[Telekinesis]]'''
 
*'''[[Telekinesis]]'''
*'''[[Matter Transmutation]]'''
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*'''[[Matter Manipulation|Molecular Reconstruction]]'''
*'''[[Molecular Dispersion]]'''
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*'''[[Life Creation|Avatar Creation]]'''
 
*'''[[Possession|Psionic Possession]]''': psychic abilities to possess an individual and negate any superhuman abilities they may have.
*'''[[Avatar Creation]]'''
 
*'''[[Psionic Possession]]''': psychic abilities to possess an individual and negate any superhuman abilities they may have.
 
 
*'''[[Energy Manipulation]]'''
 
*'''[[Energy Manipulation]]'''
 
*'''[[Teleportation]]'''
 
*'''[[Teleportation]]'''
*'''[[Size manipulation]]'''
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*'''[[Size Alteration]]'''
*'''[[Life Creation]]'''
 
 
*'''[[Time Travel]]'''
 
*'''[[Time Travel]]'''
 
*'''[[Dimensional Teleportation]]'''
 
*'''[[Dimensional Teleportation]]'''
*'''[[De-evolution]]''': As a New God, Darkseid has the omnipotent ability to devolve organisms, or completely revert the evolutionary pattern of an organism.
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*'''[[Evolution|De-evolution]]''': As a New God, Darkseid has the omnipotent ability to devolve organisms, or completely revert the evolutionary pattern of an organism.
 
   
 
===Abilities===
 
===Abilities===
*'''Genius-Level Intellect'''
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*'''[[Genius-Level Intellect]]'''
*'''Master Strategist'''
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*'''[[Master Strategist]]'''
*'''Intimidation'''
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*'''[[Intimidation]]'''
 
*'''[[Leadership]]'''
   
 
==Weakness==
 
==Weakness==
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==Weapons==
 
==Weapons==
'''Vast Military Forces'''
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'''Vast [[Military forces|Military Forces]]'''
 
*[[Darkseid's Drones]]
 
*[[Darkseid's Drones]]
 
*[[Parademons]]
 
*[[Parademons]]
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[[Category:Justice League enemies]]
 
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Darkseid
Darkseid
Information
Real name: Uxas
AKA: Darkseid
Species: New God
Homeworld: Apokolips
Universe: Earth-1A
Hair: none
Eyes: red
Relatives: Kalibak (son)
Orion (son)
Steppenwolf (uncle)
Base: Star Command
Affiliations: Intergalactic Underworld
Rogue of: Superman
Voiced/Played: Frank Welker
Darkseid 1

Darkseid could very well be the most dangerous foe the Justice League of America have ever faced. He is the evil ruler of the planet Apokolips. For years Darkseid has tried to conquer the universe and rule over it, forcing everyone in the universe to bow to his will. With the help of his henchmen, Kalibak and DeSaad, Darkseid has become a dreaded figure all over the galaxy.

His powerful Omega Beams can even overwhelm Superman when used at full power!

Earth-1A History

He is said to be a powerful Leader of the Intergalactic Underworld.

He also is madly obsessed with possessing Wonder Woman as his bride, as he needs a queen to rule the universe with, like most villains that follow this trope. However, this attraction to her may be based solely on lust and not for any kind of romantic feelings. If they did marry, Diana would be Kalibak and Orion's stepmother.

Background Information

Darkseid 2
DarkseidSuperPowersBK

The Evil Darkseid[1]

Omega Beams

Darkseid using his Omega Beams

On the parallel-universe of Earth-One, Uxas was born into the royal family of Apokolips. He is the younger son of Yuga Khan and Heggra.

As a young man, Uxas longed to gain the throne of Apokolips, but had opposition in his peaceful brother, Drax. Uxas plotted his whole life to supplant his brother and mother (his father having long been lost in the Source Wall). During this time, Uxas travelled to New Genesis and met a young man, peaceful and innocent in nature. Seeing potential in him, Uxas released his pet bird, then told the boy that his pet cat had eaten it, convincing him to avenge his pet by burying the cat alive. However, when the bird returned, the cat was already dead, and the boy strangled it in rage. The boy soon took the name DeSaad, and would become Uxas' most trusted advisor, and possibly the closest thing Uxas had to a friend.

Finally, Uxas saw his chance when a connection to the Omega Realm was discovered. Drax was intended to connect with it and assume his godname, but Uxas interrupted the process and took the power for himself, supposedly killing Drax in the process. When he emerged, he took the name Darkseid as his godname. Heggra was quite pleased with Darkseid's ruthlessness, having long detested Drax's pacifism.

As part of his plan to eliminate another rival, Darkseid convinced his uncle, General Steppenwolf, to hunt the New Gods of New Genesis for sport. Darkseid accompanied his uncle on his hunt, where he killed Avia, wife of Highfather Izaya, the ruler of New Genesis. Izaya in turn killed Steppenwolf, but Darkseid soon resurrected him, and a war between Apokolips and New Genesis began.

During this time, Darkseid was betrothed to a woman named Tigra, a woman in line with Heggra's own preferences. Darkseid held no affection for Tigra.


Powers and Abilities

As an almost god-like being, Darkseid has several powers that surpass most other beings in the known universe.

Powers

New God Physiology: The beings of Apokolips call themselves Gods and live outside of normal time and space in a realm called the Fourth World. These New Gods have evolved due to their close proximity to the Source, a primeval energy, believed to be one of the ultimate foundations of the Universal Expression of Energy, along with their superior technology, into beings of genetic stability and evolutionary perfection. The denizens of New Genesis are immortal, stronger, faster, and smarter than homo sapiens, despite their resemblance to the same.

Abilities

Weakness

  • Radion: Darkseid and all of the New Gods are vulnerable to a substance called Radion. It source is unknown and its effects are toxic only in sustained amounts or after explosive exposure. The average New God can be slain by an application of Radion from a Radion blaster or bomb. More advanced beings such as Darkseid, protected by their power, armor and sheer toughness, have been known to take two hits and survive. Perhaps it requires the mysterious Element X to create it.
  • Obsessive Personality
  • Willpower Concentration: Darkseid requires an immense amount of willpower to perform a majority of his powers and abilities, should his willpower be disrupted in anyway, he is unable to completely focus on his own abilities and powers.


Weapons

Vast Military Forces


Vehicles

Darkseid's Personal Space-Cruiser


Episode Appearances


Notes

  • Debuting in the Bronze Age of comic books, Darkseid first appeared in Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen, Vol. 1 #134 (December 1970).[3]
  • He was created by writer-artist Jack Kirby.


References

  1. As seen in the television commercial for Burger King.
  2. See the Green Lantern 80-Page Giant Vol 1 #3 published in August, 2000; at the DC Database.
  3. Go to DC Database for more on Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen, Vol. 1 #134 published in December, 1970.