Starfinger is the name of several supervillains appearing in media published by DC Comics, primarily as an enemy of the Legion of Super-Heroes. The character first appeared in Adventure Comics #335 (August 1965), and was created by Edmond Hamilton and John Forte.

Fictional character biography

Lars Hanscom

Lars Hanscom is a doctor who brainwashes Lightning Lad to help him obtain the rare metal rejuvium. He is arrested, but escapes and attempts a solo criminal career.

Char Burrane

Char Burrane is a fugitive who flees to Mars and discovers a ring containing a microscopic world. Using the ring's power, Burrane kills Hanscom and becomes a criminal mastermind. After the Legion defeats him, Starfinger retreats within the ring.

Molock Hanscom

In Legion of Super-Heroes (volume 4), Molock Hanscom, Lars' brother and the former leader of the Cosmic Spy League, becomes Starfinger after killing Burrane and obtaining his ring, but is killed by the Khunds.

Powers and abilities

Starfinger can project various energy rays from his right hand. He can generate lightning, ice, and various forms of radiation, and disrupt the powers of others.

In other media