Who Is Jupiter Assante? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Jupiter Assante is a Creator-Owned comic book character, the alter ego of Jupiter Niklos Assante, with over 15 comic issue appearances. Jupiter is the son of Orion Assante and his eventual successor as the second Grendel Khan, ruler of the world.

Who is Jupiter Assante?

Origin Jupiter is the son of Orion Assante , the first Grendel Khan, and Laurel Kennedy , Orion's wife in his later years. Crystal Kennedy is Jupiter's step-sister. Assante has himself impregnated with Jupiter, using the era's advanced technology, because Laurel is unable to have more children. He is born when Orion is very old, but Orion loves him in the short time he is still alive. Laurel Kennedy takes over the government of UNOW after Orion's death, saying that Jupiter is too young. Major Story Arcs War Child: On the Run as a Child Laurel Kennedy leads the world for several years as Regent in Jupiter's place. Jupiter is kept under guard and in seclusion in the Dakota Black Hills, along with his step-sister Crystal. Laurel's plan is to keep him out of sight and out of power.

Key facts

Jupiter Assante is of human origin and first appeared in "Devil Redeemed/Devil Worship". The character is published by Creator-Owned. With 15 recorded issue appearances, Jupiter Assante ranks among the most featured characters in comics.