Black Adam (New 52)

*"The Justice League is never returning. I thought I could push the young heroes to do what needed to be done. They are too concerned with hope. I believe it is time for... Doom."*

## **Summary**

**Black Adam**, also known as **Teth-Adam**, is a prominent figure in DC Comics' New 52 continuity. Originally a slave in ancient Kahndaq, Teth-Adam was chosen by the wizard Shazam for his nephew's pure heart and was granted the powers of the Egyptian gods along with him to boy for safety, which transformed him into a demigod with immense power. However, unable to handle such power and temptation for vengeance, he killed his nephew to hold all the powers and became a tyrant, then was subsequently imprisoned by Shazam until he was inadvertently freed in the modern era. Teth-Adam possesses powers akin to Shazam, deriving from the Egyptian pantheon rather than the Greek gods. He has superhuman strength, speed, endurance, and the ability to fly, with the physical prowess to take on even the strongest of the Justice League, which makes him one of the most formidable beings in the DC Universe. Moreover, his mastery of magic allows him to cast various spells, and he can also project and manipulate lightning. Unlike Shazam, Black Adam does not change back to his human form for fear of dying due to his ancient age, and his powers are not shared among any others. Black Adam's relationships are significantly defined by his alliances and rivalries. His primary adversary is Shazam, whom he views as a threat to his power and influence. Despite their enmity, there have been instances where they've had to team up to combat larger threats. Black Adam has also been a part of several supervillain groups, including the Injustice Society and the Secret Society of Super Villains. He is in love with the sorceress Isis, and their relationship has significantly influenced his actions and choices. In the New 52 continuity, Black Adam's story is redefined. After being freed from his imprisonment, he overthrows Kahndaq's oppressive regime and assumes control, vowing to rule with justice. Nevertheless, his harsh and often lethal enforcement of his laws puts him at odds with the world's superhero community, primarily the Justice League. Despite this, he is seen as a hero by his people, demonstrating the complex nature of his character in the New 52 era.

## Base

### **Output:**

#### Physical Strength

* Easily ragdolls regular humans.

Rams Ultraman at full speed, through the Daily Planet, then other buildings, then into the ground of an industrial storage center, cratering the area.

Bizarro and Black Adam bust through the floor from a sewer.

Sends Giganta flying out of the building they're in with a hit.

Grabs Ultraman and pulls him away from Sinestro.

Tackles Mazahs from behind.

Parallax Sinestro and Black Adam quickly move the moon from blocking the sun.

#### Lightning Blasts

* Simply being summoned causes the surrounding tomb to be destroyed.
* Fires a man to death.

Blasts Ultraman with a blast but does almost no damage.

Blasts away Superwoman, trying to blast Mazahs to deactivate his powers.

### **Defense:**

#### Blunt

Takes multiple hits from Ultraman as they brawl.

Tanks a hit from Giganta.

Tanks being punched into the ground by Giganta.

### **Speed:**

#### Combat

Travels from Kahndaq to Ultraman in the short time it takes for Grid to realize and tell Ultraman he left Kahndaq.

Grabs Ultraman and pulls him away from Sinestro.

Ultraman and Black Adam continue to brawl for minutes as the two groups fight.