Lightning Lad
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Real Identity: Garth Ranzz
Affiliation(s): The Legion of Superheroes
Appearances: Man of Tomorrow, Timber Wolf, Legacy, Fear Factory, Champions, Phantoms, Child's Play, Lightning Storm, Brain Drain, Substitutes, Chain of Command, Sundown Part One, Part Two, The Man From the Edge of Tomorrow Part One, Part Two, Chained Lightning, Karate Kid, Who Am I?, Message In a Bottle, In the Beginning, In Your Dreams, Dark Victory Part One, and Dark Victory Part Two
Skills: Master of Martial Arts, Armed Combat, Above Average Physical Attributes, and Determination
Voiced By: Andy Milder
Garth Ranzz was born on Winath with his twin, Ayla. Although he was introverted, Ranzz excelled in sports and was hailed as the Ranzz' prodigal son. This often brought out jealousy in his older brother, Mekt. While the three children were out in space on a joyride, they were forced to land. Mekt Ranzz chose Korbal in order to use the local wildlife to recharge their ship. The Lightning Beasts surrounded them and attacked. While Mekt and Garth survived with electrical super powers, Ayla was phased into a state of pure energy. Garth also received a scar on his face that charges when he activates his ability.
Ranzz traveled to Earth in search of his brother and met Rokk Krinn and Imra Ardeen on the way. Together, they saved the life of R.J. Brande. The four founded the Legion of Superheroes. Ranzz took the codename, Lightning Lad. During this time, he suffered a reoccurring nightmare about Ayla's disappearance. Lightning Lad always proved to be a source of contention among the Legion. He frequently clashed with Cosmic Boy over decisions and was initially skeptical of the teenage Superman who was recruited to help fight the Fatal Five.
Years later, Lightning Lad lost one of his arms in a battle against Imperiex. Brainiac 5 and Shrinking Violet attached a prosthetic Cybernetic 4000 arm. The operation was a success and Lightning Lad didn't dwell too long on his condition. After convincing his brother the storm was Ayla, they were able to restore her to normal and come to terms with each other. Lightning Lad brought Ayla back home to their parents.