Who Is Hardcase? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Hardcase is a Malibu comic book character, the alter ego of Tom Hawke, with over 116 comic issue appearances. Hardcase is the world's most popular ultrahuman, considered to be the first who posits as a golden age standard to heroics.

Who is Hardcase?

Origin with The Squad A struggling actor, Tom Hawke's luck drastically changed after being struck by the "Jumpstart Effect", a burst of energy from the Entity , the ancient alien spaceship responsible for most of the world's super-beings. Gaining superhuman strength and durability, Tom realized that he wanted more than short term success. He met with Linda Warren, Jamal Blass and Carlos Jimenez, who had also gained abilities, and proposed that they become an Ultrahero team, helping people while bolstering their careers. The other agreed and formed the Squad , each taking code names; Starburst, D.J. Blast, Forsa and Hardcase. Story Arc For six months the Squad achieved great success, fighting crime, aiding the police and performing acts of charity. they became celebrities and media darlings. Their good fortune was not to last though.

Key facts

Hardcase is of mutant origin. The character is published by Malibu. With 116 recorded issue appearances, Hardcase ranks among the most featured characters in comics.