Who Is Osiris? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Osiris is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Amon Tomaz, with over 82 comic issue appearances. Amon is the brother of Adrianna Tomaz (Isis). Black Adam shared the power of the gods with Amon in order to save his life. He transforms into Osiris by saying his benefactor's name, "Black Adam".

Who is Osiris?

History The criminal cartel know as Intergang extended their power base overseas - leading them to Amon Tomaz and his sister, Adrianna . They were captured by Intergang with many other hostages. While Amon remained prisoner, his sister was sent to Kahndaq as a "gift" to its ruler, Black Adam . Black Adam was immediately impressed with Adrianna's fiery spirit; so much so, he asked Captain Marvel to bequeath Adrianna with the powers of a goddess. Upon holding an ancient amulet and speaking " I am Isis ", Adrianna transformed into the famed Egyptian deity with a flash of lightning. After falling in love, Adam and Adrianna were married. Shortly after their wedding, Adrianna resumed her quest to rescue her captured brother. Black Adam and Isis located Amon where Intergang was attempting to recruit new soldiers through brainwashing and torture.

Key facts

Osiris is of human origin and first appeared in "The Island of Professor Morrow; The Origin of Wildcat". The character is published by DC Comics. With 82 recorded issue appearances, Osiris ranks among the most featured characters in comics.