Who Is Eclipso? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Eclipso is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Kaala / Galid, with over 409 comic issue appearances. Originally, Eclipso was the first incarnation of the Spirit of Wrath who went rogue. Sealed inside the Heart of Darkness, he could possess those that came into contact with it, most famously Bruce Gordon. In the New 52, Eclipso is said to be Lord Kaala, the evil offspring from House Onyx and House Diamond born during an eclipse granting him vast powers and eventually becoming the tyrant of Gemworld.

Who is Eclipso?

Origin Silver Age Eclipso was the alter-ego of scientist Dr. Bruce Gordon . While attempting to view a solar eclipse out in a remote jungle, a tribal sorcerer by the name of Mophir attacked Gordon. The fight caused Gordon to fall to his death off a cliff, and during the battle, Mophir had wounded Bruce with a black diamond. The Black Diamond would allow Gordon to survive, but to be transformed into the villainous Eclipso whenever an eclipse occurred. Modern Age Eclipso originated as the embodiment of the Wrath of God and the Spirit of Vengeance. During his tenure as the Spirit of Vengeance he was responsible for the Great Flood. Eventually he turned towards evil, and was cast out of Heaven .

Key facts

Eclipso is of god/eternal origin and first appeared in "Doctor-7, King Of The Supernatural / Eclipso, The Genius Who Fought Himself". The character is published by DC Comics. With 409 recorded issue appearances, Eclipso ranks among the most featured characters in comics.