Who Is Centurian? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Centurian is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Valkus, with over 1 comic issue appearances. A member of Emperor Claudius' Praetorian guard accidentally given Alchemical powers intended for another, the Centurian used his powers and natural charisma to build influence throughout the ages, ultimately seeking rule over the entire planet. He was opposed by his nemesis Moon Maiden and her teammates in the JLA.

Who is Centurian?

Origin The Hundred , a group of scholars and philosophers devoted to peace in ancient times, fled the growing corruption of the Roman Empire. Traveling to the moon using alchemical means of their own devising, they built a lunar shrine and waited for humanity to be ready for their message of wisdom and understanding. They decided to bless a man on Earth with great powers and longevity to carry their message around the world and selected a young poet named Anteides. They beamed a portion of their alchemical power into a clearing where he prayed nightly. The beam struck Valkus, a jealous rival of Anteides and member of Emperor Claudius' Praetorian guard, who had just murdered Anteides. Cruel but charismatic, Valkus used his new found abilities and longevity to become the Centurian, waging war across the years, seeking to become the ruler of the world. Powers and Abilities Extremely long lived, Centurian's other abilities are listed as "Hypnotic influence, uncanny perception, and his Ghost Army." He is shown to exert some influence over Moon Maiden when they return from being trapped outside normal space-time, turning her against her former allies in the JLA . He also manifests a army.

Key facts

Centurian is of human origin and first appeared in "The Century War II". The character is published by DC Comics. With 1 recorded issue appearances, Centurian ranks among the most featured characters in comics.