Janissary.info

PlanetDC Comic

JLA ANNUAL #4 / JUNE 2000

Written by Brian K. Vaughan; art and cover by Steve Scott and Hector Collazo
The first "Planet DC" Annual introduces a mysterious new heroine from Turkey: the Janissary! When a rogue General unleashes an ancient evil in Ankara, the JLA rushes to the scene to do battle with the demon Iblis and his fire genies. But they soon find that they'll need the Janissary's help to defeat the magical menace before the Ottoman Empire rises again to claim the land where East meets West. Plus: a backup story revealing the Janissary's exciting origin -- including how she received her enchanted scimitar and book of spells!

She replaced the Turkish hero Dervish, who was really the Martian Manhunter, J'onn J'onzz, in disguise.

Personal Data

 
Alter Ego: Selma Tolon.
Occupation: Medical Doctor.
Marital Status: Single.
Known Relatives: None.
Group Affiliations: None.
Base of Operations: Ankara, Turkey.
Current Status: Active.
Height: 5' 6".
Weight: 115 lbs.
Eyes: Black.
Hair: Black.
First Appearance: JLA Annual # 4 (August 2000).

History

Dr. Selma Tolon, a member of the Turkish relief group, the Red Crescent, was assisting survivors of a series of earthquakes that had devastated parts of Turkey. She came across the mystical artifacts she carries when trapped underneath a devasted building. These artifacts had been hidden by Merlin centuries early after the defeat of Sultan Suleiman the Great at the hands of Etrigan the Demon. She has dedicated herself to defending her country of Turkey.  Recently, Etrigan has taken interest in The Janissary as he hopes to obtain the Eternity Book.

Special Powers And Weapons

The Janissary carries the magical Eternity Book of the wizard Merlin, allowing her to cast magical spells, although she has not mastered the use of it yet. She also wields the mystical scimitar of the Sultan Suleiman the Great.  These artifacts have given her great strength, stamina, fighting prowess and the ability to fly.

 
 
 
 
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