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Who Is Strobe? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Strobe (DC Comics): Strobe is a professional criminal whose history is unknown. It has not been revealed where his battle suit came from, but it is probably stolen proper

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Strobe is a DC Comics comic book character, with over 6 comic issue appearances. Strobe is a professional criminal whose history is unknown. It has not been revealed where his battle suit came from, but it is probably stolen property.

Who is Strobe?

Strobe is a professional criminal. The battle armor is a prototype which may have been stolen when he came into conflict with the Atom. His armor throws concussion blasts, delivers blinding flashes of light, and super-human strength. He robbed an armored car to make his debut as a new villain. When he tuned into the local newscast to find himself, instead the news was dominated with the return of Ray Palmer, the second Atom. He attacked the home of a fellow professor of Ray Palmer's. The Atom was there visiting Professor Alpheus V. Hyatt and defeated him with ease.

Key facts

Strobe is of human origin and first appeared in "Parliament of Trees to Trident". The character is published by DC Comics. With 6 recorded issue appearances, Strobe ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Strobe?

Strobe is a professional criminal whose history is unknown. It has not been revealed where his battle suit came from, but it is probably stolen property.

When did Strobe first appear?

Strobe first appeared in "Parliament of Trees to Trident".

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