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| Image = Orion 009.jpg
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| RealName = Orion
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| Aliases = [[Anthony Masters|Anthony J. Masters]], [[O'Ryan]]
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| Identity = Public
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| AlienRace = New Gods
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| Alignment = Good
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| Affiliation = [[Justice League of America]]
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| Relatives =[[Uxas (New Earth)|Darkseid]] (father, deceased)<br>[[Tigra (New Earth)|Tigra]] (mother, deceased)<br>[[Kalibak (New Earth)|Kalibak]] (half-brother, deceased)<br>[[Suli (New Earth)|Suli]] (stepmother, deceased)<br>[[Grayven]] (half-brother, deceased)<br>[[Bekka (New Earth)|Bekka]] (wife)<br>[[Scott Free (New Earth)|Scott Free]] (adopted brother)<br>[[Izaya (New Earth)|Highfather]] (adoptive father, deceased)
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| Universe = Earth-One; New Earth
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| BaseOfOperations = [[Supertown]], [[New Genesis]]
   
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| Gender = Male
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'''Real Name:''' Orion <br>
  
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| Height = 6'1"
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'''Nicknames:''' The Dog of War <br>
  
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| Weight = 195 lbs
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'''Former Aliases:''' No known former aliases <br>
  
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| Eyes = Blue
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'''Other Current Aliases:''' No other known current aliases <br>
  
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| Hair = Strawberry Blond <!-- Who's Who #17, "Reddish Blond" -->
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| UnusualFeatures = Face shifts from gentle to 'Apokoliptian' when enraged, showing large furry eyebrows, sharp, deformed teeth, and what people call ''monsterous''.
   
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| Citizenship = Genesisian
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| MaritalStatus = Single
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| Occupation = [[Soldier]]
   
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| Creators = Jack Kirby
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==Status==
  
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| First = New Gods #1
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'''Occupation:''' Occupation unknown <br>
  
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| Death = Final Crisis #1
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'''Legal Status:''' Legal status unknown <br>
  
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'''Identity:''' [[Secret_Identity|Secret]] <br>
  
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'''Marital Status:''' Single<br>
  
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'''Group Affiliation:''' [[New Gods]], Formerly [[Justice League of America]] <br>
  
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'''Base of Operations:''' [[New Genesis]] <br>
  
   
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==Origin==
  
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Origin of character unknown. <br>
  
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| Overview = '''Orion''' is the second son of [[Darkseid]], and half brother of [[Kalibak]] and [[Grayven]].
   
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'''Place of Birth:''' [[Apokolips]]<br>
  
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=== Early life ===
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'''Known Relatives:''' [[Darkseid]] (father), Tigra (mother), [[Kalibak]] (half-brother), [[Yuga Khan]] (grandfather), [[Hegra]] (grandmother) <br>
  
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As a child, he was traded for [[Scott Free]] in a peace effort between [[New Genesis]] and [[Apokolips]]. Raised as the son of [[Highfather Izaya]], he was taught to control his rage and anger, becoming the most powerful warrior either world has ever known. This in itself was not an easy task given that his heritage boiled with the rage of the brutal and merciless Darkseid. Learning how to control his dark nature consumed much of Orion's youth, but as he grew, his friends among the New Gods, particularly [[Solis (New Earth)|Lightray]], helped him direct his anger. He later fell in love with [[Bekka (New Earth)|Bekka]], daughter of the Apokoliptian dissident [[Himon (New Earth)|Himon]], and married her. Besides Lightray and Bekka, Orion counts among his friends [[Metron]], [[Jezebelle]], [[Scott Free]], [[Big Barda]] and [[Forager]]. He is a hero dedicated to the ideals of New Genesis. His fighting skill and stamina have earned him the nickname "The Dog of War".
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'''First Appearance:''' THE NEW GODS Vol. 1 #1 (February-March, 1971)<br>
  
   
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Orion was able to obtain the [[Anti-Life Equation]] (the source Darkseid was in search of). He then went to Apokolips and confronted Darkseid about his birth, and ended up fighting for control of Apokolips (he refused to use the Anti-Life Equation due to issues of pride and earning his destiny unaided). He defeated Darkseid and gained control of Apokolips. With the anti-life equation, Orion went to Earth to begin creating intergalactic peace. He turned Earth into a utopian like world that began disrupting the balance of the universe. It was revealed that Darkseid, along side Metron, allowed Orion to defeat him, so he could understand the potential of the anti-life equation. Orion was later forced to give up the power of the anti-life equation and decided it was for the best because his use of its powers violated the principles of free will and was equitable to tyranny.<ref>{{c|Orion Vol 1 8}}-[[Orion Vol 1 17|17]]</ref>
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==History==
  
   
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Orion has served two terms with the [[Justice League]]. He first demanded to join the League alongside his friend, Lightray. They were accepted into the ranks and stayed on until after the battle with the Evil Eye. Later, he and [[Big Barda]] were sent as agents of New Genesis to serve in the JLA. Their mission was to help mobilize Earth's heroes against the coming of the omnipotent [[Mageddon]]. Once Mageddon was defeated, he and Barda resigned.
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As part of a truce, Orion was handed over to [[New Genesis]] while [[Mister_Miracle_(Scott Free)|Scott Free]] was sent to Apokolips.
 
   
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Orion deals with the conflict of his destructive nature and the peaceful teachings of New Genesis.
  
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When the New Gods began to die off, both Lightray and Bekka were among those killed early off. Following Big Barda's death, Orion, Mister Miracle, and Superman went to Apokolips to investigate whether Darkseid was responsible for the deaths. Following this, Orion laid a trap for the God killer, with himself as bait. As he charged toward his enemy, they collided with such force that both Superman and Mister Miracle were blinded by the explosion. All that survived was Orion's helmet, and Superman claimed to finally understand why the people of the Fourth World claimed to be gods.
   
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During the final throes of the Countdown, Darkseid is taken by surprise when a Boom Tube opens above the skies of Metropolis and Orion emerges from the tube, having managed to escape being murdered by the Infinity Man. Orion and Darkseid battle, and after a furious exchange, at the end of it all, Darkseid realizes it was not meant to be and his heart is ripped from his chest by his own son.
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Orion is fated to kill his father, Darkseid, one day. <br>
  
   
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==Characteristics==
  
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During part of his investigation into the disappearance of several metahuman children, Dan Turpin came across a dying Orion, babbling about a "war in heaven". Seeing Turpin, the Dog of War cried that [[New Gods|they]] didn't die, and he was within all of them. His last words were for Turpin to fight, and then Orion died.<ref>''{{c|Final Crisis # 1}}</ref> Following this, Green Lantern [[John Stewart (New Earth)|John Stewart]] discovered a Radion bullet buried in fifty year old strata, which he theorized was used to kill Orion but he was later resurrected on earth, along with the rest of the New Gods.<ref>{{c|Final Crisis # 2}}</ref>
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'''Height:''' 6' 1" <br>
  
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'''Weight:''' 195 lbs (xxx kg) <br>
  
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'''Eyes:''' Blue normally; reddish when enraged <br>
  
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'''Hair:''' Red <br>
  
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'''Skin:''' grayish <br>
  
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'''Unusual Features:''' Orion's 'true face' resembles that of Darkseid. <br>
  
   
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==Powers==
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* {{Alien Physiology|New God}}: The beings of Apokolips call themselves Gods and live outside of normal time and space in a realm called the Fourth World. These New Gods have evolved due to their close proximity to the Source, a primeval energy, believed to be one of the ultimate foundations of the Universal Expression of Energy, along with their superior technology, into beings of genetic stability and evolutionary perfection. The denizens of New Genesis are immortal, stronger, faster, and smarter than homo sapiens, despite their resemblance. According to Orion, he is the most powerful New God from New Genesis.<ref>{{c|Death of the New Gods Vol 1 6}}</ref>
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'''Known Powers:''' Orion is one of the most powerful New Gods.
  
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** {{Superhuman Strength}}
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** {{Superhuman Durability}}
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** {{Immortality}}
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** {{Superhuman Stamina}}
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** {{Accelerated Healing}}
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* {{Energy Projection|nat=y|Astro Force}}: Orion wields a inter-dimensional cosmic energy field called the "Astro Force" and the "Fury of the Source" drawn directly from the Source as the core from which his other abilities manifest from. This energy is channeled through his harness or Wristbands and allows him to heal himself, manipulate matter and energy, and even generate force fields that can ward off the powers of Darkseid's Omega Effect.<ref>{{c|Orion Vol 1 7}}</ref>
   
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He is incredibly strong and invulnerable.
  
   
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{{Image|Orion_Simonson.jpg|[[Astro-Harness]]|right|200px}}
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Orion channels the destructive ''Astro Force'' through his Astro Harness, also known as the Astro Glider.
 
   
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His main use are powerful blasts of 'positive Astro Force.' Usually he fires from his hands, but can also fire through the chestplate. Orion has enough range and power to attack starships while on a planet.
  
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* {{Hand-to-Hand Combat (Advanced)}}
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* {{Aviation}}
   
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Using the harness, Orion can fly.
  
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* {{Vulnerability to|Radion}}
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The harness can put up a protective forcefield.
  
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* {{Power Instability|Berserker Rage}}: As the son of Darkseid, Orion inherited all the rage and hate Darkseid has for others. However, he also lacks Darkseid's natural control over it, which can lead to violent, irrational assaults on anyone and anything in his vicinity if not subdued. Orion's Mother Box is capable of calming him, but if tasked with other functions, Orion can slowly start to lose control.
   
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The harness can draw energy from outside forces if needed.
  
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* '''[[Mother Box]]'''
   
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Orion can reform the Astro-Harness if it is damaged.
  
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* '''[[Astro Harness]]'''
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* '''[[Astro Wristbands]]'''
   
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Orion's incredible rage is held in check by the [[Motherbox]] he wears. <br>
  
   
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'''Weaknesses:''' All New Gods are weak to Radion. However, Orion has survived Radion bombs and blasters in the past.
 
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* Orion has also been known as the ''Dog of War'' and ''The Hunter''.
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* His eyes turn red when enraged. His true skin color is grayish, somewhat resembling that of [[Darkseid]], although a Mother Box usually disguises his appearance.
   
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Orion's rage is also a weakness. He often acts without restraint. <br>
  
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| Wikipedia = Orion (comics)
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'''Known Abilities:''' Orion's fighting skill rivals that of Darkseid himself. <br>
  
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'''Strength Level:''' Strength level unknown <br>
  
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'''Equipment:''' [[Motherbox]]. <br>
  
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'''Transportation:''' Astro-Harness (allows him inter-spatial and inter-dimensional travel), Boom Tubes. <br>
  
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'''Weapons:''' No known weapons. <br>
  
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Orion is the second son of Darkseid, and half brother of Kalibak and Grayven.

Early life

As a child, he was traded for Scott Free in a peace effort between New Genesis and Apokolips. Raised as the son of Highfather Izaya, he was taught to control his rage and anger, becoming the most powerful warrior either world has ever known. This in itself was not an easy task given that his heritage boiled with the rage of the brutal and merciless Darkseid. Learning how to control his dark nature consumed much of Orion's youth, but as he grew, his friends among the New Gods, particularly Lightray, helped him direct his anger. He later fell in love with Bekka, daughter of the Apokoliptian dissident Himon, and married her. Besides Lightray and Bekka, Orion counts among his friends Metron, Jezebelle, Scott Free, Big Barda and Forager. He is a hero dedicated to the ideals of New Genesis. His fighting skill and stamina have earned him the nickname "The Dog of War".

Orion was able to obtain the Anti-Life Equation (the source Darkseid was in search of). He then went to Apokolips and confronted Darkseid about his birth, and ended up fighting for control of Apokolips (he refused to use the Anti-Life Equation due to issues of pride and earning his destiny unaided). He defeated Darkseid and gained control of Apokolips. With the anti-life equation, Orion went to Earth to begin creating intergalactic peace. He turned Earth into a utopian like world that began disrupting the balance of the universe. It was revealed that Darkseid, along side Metron, allowed Orion to defeat him, so he could understand the potential of the anti-life equation. Orion was later forced to give up the power of the anti-life equation and decided it was for the best because his use of its powers violated the principles of free will and was equitable to tyranny.[1]

Orion has served two terms with the Justice League. He first demanded to join the League alongside his friend, Lightray. They were accepted into the ranks and stayed on until after the battle with the Evil Eye. Later, he and Big Barda were sent as agents of New Genesis to serve in the JLA. Their mission was to help mobilize Earth's heroes against the coming of the omnipotent Mageddon. Once Mageddon was defeated, he and Barda resigned.

Death of the New Gods

When the New Gods began to die off, both Lightray and Bekka were among those killed early off. Following Big Barda's death, Orion, Mister Miracle, and Superman went to Apokolips to investigate whether Darkseid was responsible for the deaths. Following this, Orion laid a trap for the God killer, with himself as bait. As he charged toward his enemy, they collided with such force that both Superman and Mister Miracle were blinded by the explosion. All that survived was Orion's helmet, and Superman claimed to finally understand why the people of the Fourth World claimed to be gods.

During the final throes of the Countdown, Darkseid is taken by surprise when a Boom Tube opens above the skies of Metropolis and Orion emerges from the tube, having managed to escape being murdered by the Infinity Man. Orion and Darkseid battle, and after a furious exchange, at the end of it all, Darkseid realizes it was not meant to be and his heart is ripped from his chest by his own son.

Final Crisis

During part of his investigation into the disappearance of several metahuman children, Dan Turpin came across a dying Orion, babbling about a "war in heaven". Seeing Turpin, the Dog of War cried that they didn't die, and he was within all of them. His last words were for Turpin to fight, and then Orion died.[2] Following this, Green Lantern John Stewart discovered a Radion bullet buried in fifty year old strata, which he theorized was used to kill Orion but he was later resurrected on earth, along with the rest of the New Gods.[3]

Powers

  • New God Physiology: The beings of Apokolips call themselves Gods and live outside of normal time and space in a realm called the Fourth World. These New Gods have evolved due to their close proximity to the Source, a primeval energy, believed to be one of the ultimate foundations of the Universal Expression of Energy, along with their superior technology, into beings of genetic stability and evolutionary perfection. The denizens of New Genesis are immortal, stronger, faster, and smarter than homo sapiens, despite their resemblance. According to Orion, he is the most powerful New God from New Genesis.[4]
  • Astro Force: Orion wields a inter-dimensional cosmic energy field called the "Astro Force" and the "Fury of the Source" drawn directly from the Source as the core from which his other abilities manifest from. This energy is channeled through his harness or Wristbands and allows him to heal himself, manipulate matter and energy, and even generate force fields that can ward off the powers of Darkseid's Omega Effect.[5]


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Astro-Harness

Abilities

Weaknesses

  • Vulnerability to Radion
  • Berserker Rage: As the son of Darkseid, Orion inherited all the rage and hate Darkseid has for others. However, he also lacks Darkseid's natural control over it, which can lead to violent, irrational assaults on anyone and anything in his vicinity if not subdued. Orion's Mother Box is capable of calming him, but if tasked with other functions, Orion can slowly start to lose control.

Equipment

Transportation


  • Although this character was originally introduced during DC's Earth-One era of publication, their existence following the events of the 1985–86 limited series Crisis on Infinite Earths remains intact. However, some elements of the character's Pre-Crisis history may have been altered or removed for Post-Crisis New Earth continuity, and should be considered apocryphal.
  • Orion has also been known as the Dog of War and The Hunter.
  • His eyes turn red when enraged. His true skin color is grayish, somewhat resembling that of Darkseid, although a Mother Box usually disguises his appearance.

Related

Footnotes

  1. ↑ Orion #8-17
  2. ↑ Final Crisis # 1
  3. ↑ Final Crisis # 2
  4. ↑ Death of the New Gods #6
  5. ↑ Orion #7


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