Who Is Dominus? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Dominus is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Tuoni, with over 26 comic issue appearances. Dabbling in forbiden sorcery destroyed Tuoni's body, leaving only the vengeance-seeking phantasm known as Dominus.

Who is Dominus?

History Origin The being known as Tuoni was an alien priest who lived a life of prayer and peacful meditation. As a Lord of Order, he served as one of the five custodians of his world's faith, Tuoni fell in love with his fellow devotee Ahti. But when Ahti ascended past him and assumed the mantle of Kismet , Illuminator of all Realities, jealous Tuoni turned to infernal magicks to replace his former paramour. Tragic Love When the four moons of his world aligned, Tuoni watched in horror as his lover Ahti was granted the divine powers he coveted and became Kismet . Paying no heed to the dangers, Tuoni consulted ancient magical texts to upsurp Kismet 's mantle. His attempt to assault and rob Kismet of her power resulted in his body being incinerated. Despite Tuoni's betrayel, Kismet showed mercy, shunting his body into Kryptonian limbo known as the Phantom Zone . Kryptonian Connection While scattered in the Phantom Zone, Tuoni's shattered self was discovered by a hologram.

Key facts

Dominus is of alien origin and first appeared in "Just A Few Feet More And You'll All Be Safe!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 26 recorded issue appearances, Dominus ranks among the most featured characters in comics.