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Who Is Electrode? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Electrode (Fictioneer Books): A scientist whose love of comics caused him to give himself super-powers.

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Electrode is a Fictioneer Books comic book character, the alter ego of David Shenk, with over 32 comic issue appearances. A scientist whose love of comics caused him to give himself super-powers.

Who is Electrode?

Creation Created by Henry and Audrey Vogel. Jackson Guice and Chuck Wojtkiewicz both made their comics first art debut drawing the series. He first appeared on the pages of Guild Publications, Crusaders The Crusaders #1 . Origin David Shenk is the leader of the group calling themselves the Southern Knights. He is a scientist whose love of comics motivated him to give himself super-powers. Can generate electricity, up to and including lightning bolts, and can fly. He often pressures the team into adopting superhero conventions such as wearing costumes and patrolling the city, but underneath such superficial pretensions, he is genuinely concerned with saving lives.

Key facts

Electrode is of human origin. The character is published by Fictioneer Books. With 32 recorded issue appearances, Electrode ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Electrode?

A scientist whose love of comics caused him to give himself super-powers.

What is Electrode's real name?

Electrode's real identity is David Shenk.

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