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Bloodshot is a featured prominently in the works of Valiant Comics (including his own solo comic book series) and one of the main protagonist characters in the Valiant Universe. While his character has gone through different versions and retcons, he is consistently portrayed as a fallen soldier who was resurrected and mechanically modified into becoming a super soldier by a shady organization which then brainwashed him and turned him into an assassin.
Though heavily brainwashed, Bloodshot manages to break free from the control of his handlers and then piece together the clues about his past, becoming a vigilante and a line of defense for mankind against superhuman threats in the world. Though his job frequently puts him at odds with other superheroes, he occasionally joins forces with them to battle bigger threats.
In the 2020 film he was portrayed by Vin Diesel, who also portrayed Dominic Toretto in the Fast & Furious franchise, Xander Cage in xXx and xXx: Return of Xander Cage, Richard B. Riddick in the Riddick franchise, Shane Wolfe in The Pacifier, Kaulder in The Last Witch Hunter, the Iron Giant in the animated film of the same name and Groot in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In the web series Ninjak vs the Valiant Universe he was portrayed by the late Jason David Frank, more well known for playing Tommy Oliver in the Power Rangers franchise.
Bloodshot was created by Kevin VanHook, Bob Wiacek and the late Don Perlin.
Appearance[]
As a result of the experiments on him, Bloodshot has chalk white skin, red eyes and a huge red dot on his chest, giving him a ghostly appearance. This coupled with his peak physical condition and battle gear make him a truly frightening sight for his enemies. He has black hair, shaved and clean cut. Though he has withstood several nasty injuries and scars in battle, most of them are completely gone in a short period thanks to his nanobots.
Personality[]
Bloodshot is one of the most serious superheroes in the Valiant Universe, with a no-nonsense attitude and a pragmatic mindset in battle. Part of this is attributed to how the experiments and manipulation he endured took a toll on him, seeking to turn him into the perfect killing machine. It is thanks to his search for his identity and later struggles that he regains part of his humanity, as he is able to put his differences with other people aside to work towards noble goals even if he remains an anti-hero through most of his run.
Powers and abilities[]
Bloodshot's Harbinger ability allows him to manipulate machines via an apparent telekinetic power enhanced by his nanite-laced blood. Bloodshot seems to be able to control electronic devices within a ten to thirty foot radius of his body. This ability works best when applied to computer-based electronics, as there is a natural affinity with his nanites.
External Links[]
- Bloodshot on the Valiant Comics Wiki