Monday, October 22, 2012

Member Profile: Karate Kid

Karate Kid
Real Name: Val Armorr
Home Planet: Earth
Known Relatives: Kirau Nezumi (father) Valentina Armorr (mother)
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 185 lbs
Eyes: Brown
Hair: Brown
1st App: Adventure Comics 346
Created By: Jim Shooter
Main Foe: Nemesis Kid
Powers: Super Karate

History
Val Armorr was an orphan born in Japan. His Father was the villain Black Dragon and his mother was Valentina Armorr. He was raised by Sensei a former Japanese Hero who unknownst to Val killed his father. Sensei taught Val martial arts and help Val develop the skills that make him a living weapon. Val as Karate Kid, joined the Legion along side of Princess Projectra, Ferro Lad and Nemesis Kid. During his first mission Karate Kid was deemed a traitor, but it turned out Nemesis Kid was the real traitor. During his time in the Legion he fell in love with Princess Projectra.
   Despite having no real superpowers Karate Kid is one of the greatest fighters in the Universe and is considered one of the tougher members of the team. Val served one term as Legion Leader, and takes time to help train his fellow heroes in self defense.

Next time: The first story in Superboy # 211

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