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History
Powers and Abilities
Powers
- Transformation: Using an improved version of the Blockbuster Serum developed by his brother, Roland could transform into a hulking powerhouse while still retaining his full intellect.[1]
Abilities
- Business Management: Roland rose to become the owner and general manager of the Marcus Casino and was selected to be a speaker for the Business Leaders of Tomorrow Forum in Bludhaven.[2]
- Deception: Roland effectively manipulated both Nightwing[1] and Tiger Shark[3] in a successful bid to take over the Marcus Casino and the Blüdhaven underworld.
- Hand-to-Hand Combat (Basic): Roland was able to parry a coordinated melee assault from Nightwing[4] and outbrawl several aggressors hopped-up on the Blockbuster Serum.[5]
- Tactical Analysis
- Thievery: Roland's thieving exploits ranged from picking pockets[4] to robbing banks[1].
Weaknesses
- Power Instability: Remaining in his Blockbuster state for prolonged periods put a strain on Roland's body and resulted in pain.[5]
Paraphernalia
Equipment
- Blockbuster Serum
Notes
- Roland Desmond was created by Gardner Fox, Carmine Infantino, and Phil Bourassa, first appearing in Detective Comics #345. However, in the Prime Earth continuity, Roland Desmond first appeared as part of the New 52 DC Universe in Nightwing (Volume 4) #22 by Tim Seeley.
Related
- 32 Appearances of Roland Desmond (Prime Earth)
- 18 Images featuring Roland Desmond (Prime Earth)
- 2 Quotations by or about Roland Desmond (Prime Earth)
- Character Gallery: Roland Desmond (Prime Earth)
Footnotes