Who Is Black Pirate? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Black Pirate is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Jon Valor, with over 146 comic issue appearances. Jon Valor possessed no super powers or extraordinary abilities. However, he was a superb swordsman, superior athlete and an accomplished sailor.

Who is Black Pirate?

Origin In the second half of the 1500s, the European continent was plagued by infighting among the many powers. Jon Valor was a man from England that sought to further his country’s interest, and thereafter assembling a team of seafaring adventures to accompany him in his career as a buccaneer. He took on the name of the Black Pirate. Unlike most pirates, he fought for justice and fairness, and not treasure. Creation He first appeared in a backup story in Sensation Comics #1 in 1942. Sensation Comics #1 is also known for being the first ongoing monthly series to star Wonder Woman . Character Evolution As a golden age character the majority of his early appearances were typical of the period in that they were self-contained stories, often based around adventure. Thus the character did not have a great degree of development.

Key facts

Black Pirate is of human origin and first appeared in "Dead Men Tell No Tales; The Treasure Tower". The character is published by DC Comics. With 146 recorded issue appearances, Black Pirate ranks among the most featured characters in comics.