Claim: Peter Gambi is the creator of Jefferson Pierce's custom that enables the latter to become Black Lightning, DC Comics superhero.
Evidence: When Tobias Whale orders the death of a student to threaten Pierce after the latter spoke out against the 100's criminal activities, Jefferson seeks Gambi's advice to avenge the victim. Gambi creates the costume that enables him to become Black Lightning. Black Lightning (Jefferson Pierce) is a superhero appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics.