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Who Is Jonathan Francis? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Jonathan Francis (DC Comics): A prisoner and trainer of rats

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Jonathan Francis is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 2 comic issue appearances. A prisoner and trainer of rats

Who is Jonathan Francis?

Origin Very little is known about Jonathan Francis. At some point he was imprisoned for life in an inescapable prison for some unknown crime or crimes. Creation Jonathan Francis was created by Sergio Aragonés . He made his first appearance in Plop! #1 . Major Story Arcs The Escape Jonathan Francis becomes known for training the prison rats, a hobby which is secretly a cover for his planned use of those same rats to escape. He succeeds in escaping, but he and his rats inadvertently aid the spread of the Black Death through Europe . He dies of the disease. Powers and Abilities Jonathan has no known superhuman powers or abilities.

Key facts

Jonathan Francis is of human origin and first appeared in "The Escape". The character is published by DC Comics. With 2 recorded issue appearances, Jonathan Francis ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jonathan Francis?

A prisoner and trainer of rats

When did Jonathan Francis first appear?

Jonathan Francis first appeared in "The Escape".

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