Who Is The Regulator? Origin, Powers and Key Facts
The Regulator (DC Comics): His powers allow him to cancel other heroes powers.
The Regulator is a DC Comics comic book character, the alter ego of Barnabas Boulton, with over 6 comic issue appearances. His powers allow him to cancel other heroes powers.
Who is The Regulator?
History An employee of the Metropolis divsion of S.T.A.R. Labs , scientist Boulton invents a helmet which can control vermin in the manner of a modern day Pied Piper. When he tries to convince authorities to see the helmet to rid the slums of rats, they laugh in his face; suffering a nervous breakdown, he is institutionalized. Escaping several months later, deluded that he was put away because his colleagues were jealous of his genius, he becomes the Regulator. Breaking into S.T.A.R. Labs, he sends a horde of rats into a mutation chamber, turning them into carnivorous giants. But the rats are stopped by the Justice League of America and the Regulator himself apparently perishes after a battle with Black Lightning . The Regulator survives the encounter with Black Lightning.
Key facts
The Regulator is of human origin and first appeared in "Testing of a Hero!". The character is published by DC Comics. With 6 recorded issue appearances, The Regulator ranks among the most featured characters in comics.
Frequently asked questions
Who is The Regulator?
His powers allow him to cancel other heroes powers.
What is The Regulator's real name?
The Regulator's real identity is Barnabas Boulton.
When did The Regulator first appear?
The Regulator first appeared in "Testing of a Hero!".
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