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Who Is Nightfall? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Nightfall (DC Comics): Cadre member who uses her bracelets, which give her superpowers, to terrorize the world as Nightfall.

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Nightfall is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 41 comic issue appearances. Cadre member who uses her bracelets, which give her superpowers, to terrorize the world as Nightfall.

Who is Nightfall?

Origin Nightfall is a member of the Cadre and a minor league opponent. Nightfall is reputedly a former college student, and was part of the original Cadre. She also was among the large number of female super-villains assembled by the ancient sorceress Circe to attack New York City. During this battle she and Harpi of the Hybrid were seen attacking Hawkman, who had been partially turned into a beast by Circe. Nightfall later teamed up with Nox (of the New Olympians) to fight Dr. Light, but they were blown out of the sky by the powerful Japanese superheroine. Nightfall continued to operate with the Cadre, and was present when they worked for then betrayed Doctor Polaris. Along with Crowbar and Black Mass, she also attempted to avoid deportation to an alien planet.

Key facts

Nightfall is of human origin and first appeared in "Claws". The character is published by DC Comics. With 41 recorded issue appearances, Nightfall ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Nightfall?

Cadre member who uses her bracelets, which give her superpowers, to terrorize the world as Nightfall.

When did Nightfall first appear?

Nightfall first appeared in "Claws".

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