Who Is Joey Abernathy? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Joey Abernathy is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 6 comic issue appearances.

Who is Joey Abernathy?

Origin While on a fishing trip with his family Joey and the rest of the Abernathy family were given super-powers.by a meteor that crashed nearby. Creation Joey was created by Chuck Austen and Ron Garney for there JLA story arc The Pain of the Gods. Although Joey is seen in Issue 101, he isn't given a name until issue #102, and doesn't speak until issue #103. Major Story Arcs JLA: The Pains of the Gods Joey's father is killed while trying to be a superhero helping Superman . Joey's mom doesn't blame Superman but Joey does. Over the next couple days Superman watches over Joey, first at a distance then later Superman flies in to help Joey when it looks likes some bullies may beat him up. When Superman swoops in, Joey gets mad at him blaming him for not saving his father. Later, Joey dons a cape and costume much like his father's and stands up to the bullies again.

Key facts

Joey Abernathy is of human origin and first appeared in "The Pain of the Gods - Man Of Steel". The character is published by DC Comics. With 6 recorded issue appearances, Joey Abernathy ranks among the most featured characters in comics.