Who Is Nemesis? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Nemesis is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Thomas Andrew Tresser, with over 201 comic issue appearances. The dark herald of justice, Nemesis is highly intelligent, resourceful, a true master of disguise, and an inventor who uses his abilities for balancing the scales of justice.

Who is Nemesis?

Origin Tom Tresser and his brother Craig were inspired by family friend Ben Marshall to serve their country and become a part of law enforcement, joining a unnamed government agency. Craig was considered more talented of the two and became a field agent, whereas Tom having shown an aptitude for inventiveness, was directed towards the Special Equipment division and was employed as an inventor. He was praised for his inventions and creativity. It was there that he developed his trademark disguise device, his wireless transmitter bug and his 'Mercy Bullets.' Craig became enraged that Ben was getting a promotion as head of The Bureau over him, and murdered Ben during the ceremony. Craig is then gunned down publicly. Tom became the sole survivor of the Tresser clan and was scorned upon and treated like a non person by fellow agents and everyone in particular. The name Tresser was truly disgraced. Tom knew he had to bury his past, making it seem as if Thomas Tresser never existed.

Key facts

Nemesis is of human origin and first appeared in "Requiem for 4 Canaries!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 201 recorded issue appearances, Nemesis ranks among the most featured characters in comics.