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The Human Bomb


    Roy Lincoln is assisting his father, a research chemist, in developing a chemical compound known as 27-QRX, an explosive so powerful that enemy agents come after it for their own country. During the robbery attempt, Roy's father is killed. Unable to fend off his attackers, Roy swallows the chemical compound rather than see it stolen. At once he notices his body begins to glow; Roy can feel the compound concentrating in his hands. The spies fire upon him, but the bullets simply bounce off. When he punches one of the spies, he sends him flying. Striking a wall, Roy causes it to explode. Then Roy realizes that the formula has changed him, causing anything he touches to explode violently. Not wanting to cause harm to innocent people, Roy devises an asbestos suit lined with "fibro-wax," the same substance used in the lining of the capsule that held 27-QRX. The suit with its concealing helmet acts as the perfect uniform to hide his identity. Roy then vows to use his new power to avenge all wrongdoing and bring to justice those who threaten innocent people for evil gain. Thus was born the Human Bomb.

    Later on, the Human Bomb is joined by Hustace Throckmorton, who accidentally swallows the 27-QRX formula, which concentrates in his feet. Like the Human Bomb, who removes his gloves whenever he wants to use his full power, Hustace takes off his boots and stomps his feet to get the explosive effect desired. The Human Bomb is also joined by a trio of boys known as the Bombardiers, who share his powers in a limited way. Eventually, though, Roy would retire his "Human Bomb" persona and become a private detective. Now he wears a normal business suit, plus gloves, which he removes on the rare occasions when he uses his power.


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Last Known Legal Copyright Holder:
Quality Comics 1946
Sightings:
Police Comics #'s 1 through 58
First Appearance
:
08/41
Last Appearance: 09/46
Reference:
Hustace Throckmorton & the Bombardiers


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