Roderick Rose was mutated into the Hellgrammite, a giant insectoid.
History
Originally an entomologist named Roderick Rose, the Hellgrammite subjected himself to a mutagenic process that transformed him into a grasshopper-like humanoid insect possessing superhuman strength and leaping abilities, the power to secrete adhesives and weave transformative or imprisoning cocoons, and a durable exoskeleton. A number of his schemes revolved around transforming others into weaker, subordinate versions of himself called Drones, leading to clashes with Batman and The Creeper,[1] the Green Arrow, the Black Canary and Superman.
During Underworld Unleashed, he made a deal with Neron, trading his soul in return for increased physical powers and an improved ability to transform others into his Drones.
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Notes
- 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.
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- 31 Appearances of Roderick Rose (New Earth)
- 7 Images featuring Roderick Rose (New Earth)
- 1 Quotations by or about Roderick Rose (New Earth)
- Character Gallery: Roderick Rose (New Earth)
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