Despero

Despero is an alien warlord, and was the undefeated champion of 92 Star Systems prior to his journey to the Solar System..

Physical appearance
Despero has a tall muscular figure with vivid purple skin. He has a squat head with no hair, instead sporting a large fin in the middle. Notable features in his face are the absence of a nose (and any nasal cavities) and a third eye above the other two, though he keeps it closed when he does not use it to access his powers.

As a gladiator, he has battle-armor ranging from his left shoulder to his entire right arm.

History
Despero was presented holographic images of Earth's greatest champions, displayed to him by L-Ron, with intentions to mount their heads on his wall.

Powers and abilities
Despero possesses immense strength and endurance, and is considered the strongest fighter in 92 star systems. His third eye, located above the other two, allows him to put people in a catatonic state. He is able to understand spoken English, backing down after L-Ron instructed him not to continue fighting against Billy Batson or Mal Duncan.


 * Physical
 * Super strength: Despero possesses immense strength, easily overpowering Captain Marvel and Superboy in battle.
 * Invulnerability: Despero exhibits a high resistance to damage from physical blows by Superboy and Captain Marvel, a telekinetically thrown statue of the Martian Manhunter, and Bumblebee's (admittedly-weak) stingers.
 * Magic invulnerability: Captain Marvel's transformation lightning did not severely affect Despero.
 * Stamina: Despero engaged several Justice Leaguers and Team members in physical combat without exhibiting fatigue.


 * Mental
 * Third eye: Despero's third eye gives him the psionic power to mesmerize others into a trancelike state.

Background in other media

 * In the comics, Despero was an alien tyrant who was known as a team breaker, a foe capable of fighting an entire team on his own and win. He had a major rivarly with the Martian Manhunter.
 * This is the fourth animated appearance of Despero. He previously appeared in Justice League, Superman/Batman: Public Enemies and Batman: The Brave and the Bold.