Yesterday I posted a vs matchup between this guy and superman. But I realized that he's not really that popular. so I decided to share a bit about him.
Enjoy!!
Origin Story:
Gladiator(birth name: Kallark) is a native of the planet Strontia. He was born into a noble family. He was trained in the art of combat and became a skilled warrior. But Kallark's planet was conquered by the Shi'ar Empire, and he was forced to serve as a slave-gladiator. He eventually earned his freedom and joined the Shi'ar Imperial Guard.
The character is a Strontian, and like others of his race has the capacity for great strength and various superpowers, but can only use them when he is completely devoted to a purpose; his abilities vary in accordance with his level of confidence. He was born on Strontia, which is part of the Shi'ar Empire and he is the leader of their Imperial Guard. He was also a member of the Annihilators, Dark Guardians, and Guardians of the Galaxy.
Appearances:
- "The Dark Phoenix Saga" (Uncanny X-Men #129-138)
- "Operation: Galactic Storm" (various titles, 1992)
- "The Kree-Shi'ar War" (various titles, 1991-1992)
- "X-Men: Emperor Vulcan" (2007-2008)
- "War of Kings" (2009)
Powers and Abilities:
- Superhuman strength, speed, agility, and durability
- Energy projection
- Flight
- Enhanced stamina and senses
- Strontian physiology
- Skilled warrior and hand-to-hand combatant
- Tactical genius
- Resistance to telepathy