The Griffin

Real Name: Griff Thompson
Background: The Griffin was one of the swingingest superheroes of the Silver Age, battling menaces worldwide. He was partners with the Pearl for a time. Pursuing the villain Megadeath, he vanished, and was presumed dead.
In reality, both he and the villain had fallen into a cryonic freezing system and been preserved for almost 30 years. They were later thawed by Watchstar West. The Griffin joined the team when it became Knight/Watch.
Group Affiliation: Knight/Watch
Status: Active
Powers: The Griffin has an energized skin and body, granting him superhuman reflexes and agility.
Skills: The Griffin is a highly capable combatant.
Technology: During the Silver Age, the Griffin used a set of vibro-gloves that could inflict massive close-combat damage to opponents.
Creator: Jim LoPiano
First Appearance: SIERRA FORCE ANNUAL #1
Note: This character predates another, similar movie character by at least 4 years. Yeah, baby!
Category:Heroes
Category:Characters
Category:Modern Age
Category:Silver Age