The Old Ways With the New Gods

When the Old Gods fell in Ragnarok, the New Gods filled the void. But this was a cycle, and the power, methodology and ultimate fate of the Old Gods remained within the New Gods.

All that is Darkseid's has been taken by him through blood and force. It is unsure how Uxas evolved into an embodiment of evil that he is now. But it is known is that two key events propelled him on his path. First, Uxas killed his mother, Heggra, to wrest control of Apokolips from her after Yuga Khan was trapped on the Source Wall in his attempt to unlock the secret of The Source. Then Desaad betrayed Drax, Uxas' brother, as he was trying to master the Omega Effect. Uxas then killed his brother, rightful heir to the Omega Effect. With power, a following, and a drive to accomplish his goals without regret or remorse, Uxas took up his God Name: Darkseid.

Darkseid and the Forever People

While on Earth the Forever People disrupted the evil plans of Darkseid. This was not the kind of attention Mark wanted, During there visit Beautiful Dreamer was kidnapped, Mark was not impressed. Due to the Fact they had stumbled across an intergalactic war. New-Genesis and Apokolis Had got themselves into a war while they were vacant from supertown, Mark blamed Sarifan for the situation they were in. They had to rescue Dreamer. Darkseid was the leader of the Apokolis. He was about to test the Non-Violent Group to there fullest.The war was the fault of a maniac partner of Darkseid known as Devilance, They both partnered up to destroy the peaceful place of New Genesis, they waged war on all that was peaceful, and earth was where he chose his HQ.

The Dark Era

With a planet under his iron rule, Darkseid began to create a war machine with a capability to wage war that outstrips that of whole galaxies. Soldiers, weapons, armaments, and other instruments of war at his disposal. Most of these are to wage a war with his fellow New Gods on New Genesis. Unlike Apokolips, New Genesis is a lush, idyllic planet populated by just or righteous Gods. Much to Darkseid's chagrin the New Genesis is more advanced since free will and creativity are encouraged there.

Darkseid himself stands nearly 8 feet tall. He possesses unimaginable strength, stamina and durability befitting his role as a god. He can easily go toe to toe with Superman on strength alone. He can heal at an incredible rate from the most grievous of wounds, and is of course immortal. He can create minions and can transform beings into creatures at his command. He also has psionic abilities that include mind control, telepathy and telekinesis. As strong as he is, Darkseid is even more cunning. He relishes in manipulating people and events. His military strategy and planning rival that of any God of Wars. Surprisingly, or not considering his ego and raw power, Darkseid has a an almost noble sense of honor. He is good to his word, and craves opponents worthy of his time. Though that doesn't mean he won't twist the words of an agreement. He is a Dark God after all.

The Omega Effect

With the Omega Effect at his command, Darkseid is able to bring an end to anything he sees. He unleashes this awesome energy through Omega Beams from his eyes. These beams are controlled with fearsome precision. They can bend, twist, turn, pass through matter and energy to reach Darkseid's target. The Omega Beams are not just heat or destructive energy, though he could incinerate enemies and destroy worlds with them. With the Omega Effect, Darkseid can teleport targets anywhere he desires, or transform them into creatures at his bidding. He can set off all the pain receptors in a target, or erase a being from existence. For the latter, Darkseid rarely uses this, easily the most unnerving, aspect of the Omega Effect. For if an opponent would be worthy enough to face this final punishment, Darkseid would prefer to crush their spirit and force them to pledge their obedience. It has also been noted that a few beings are key to the stability of reality are immune to the Omega Effect.

The Pact and the Prophecy

It was not known what occurred in the first few millennia of his rule. But eventually a war was waged (most likely instigated by Darkseid) between Apokolips and New Genesis. To stop this war that would surely have exterminated the New Gods, a pact was made between New Genesis and Apokolips. The terms of the pact were that Scott Free (Mister Miracle), the son of the leader of New Genesis Highfather Izaya, would be traded for the son of Darkseid,Orion. This trade would seem an odd move for the cunning Darkseid, as it has been foretold that Orion would be the one that slays him. But Darkseid knew the fires that raged within his son were hotter than the fires that raged from the pits of Apokolips, and that when the fury of Orion was loosed all the New Gods would tremble. All except Darkseid. And when the time came, Darkseid would crush Orion, as he crushed all that stood in his way.

The Anti-Life Equation

Like all Dark Gods, Darkseid long sought the means to rule everything in creation. He realized that despite his vast power, his enemy was choice. It was free will that kept Scott Free strong despite the years of punishment. It was free will that quelled Orion's fiery heart, who chose to protect the ways of New Genesis and focused his rage on Darkseid. Yes, free will, choice, is an enemy. When Darkseid discovered that there was an Anti-Life Equation, a formula that would stamp out free will and allow him to mold and rule the universe at his whims as he ruled and molded despair ridden Apokolips, he essentially dedicated his life to uncovering the equation.

Brainseid

In the 12th episode of the 5th season of Justice League Unlimited, Lex Luthor attempts to bring Brainiac back to life, but instead brings back Darkseid. Darkseid has obviously been affected by Brainiac, as his physical appearance has changed to incorporate aspects of Brainiac. This "new" Darkseid has been dubbed by some people as "Brainseid". Brainseid retains Darkseid's motives to conquer Earth and obtain the Anti-Life equation, but is considerably stronger than before. He is ultimately destroyed by Lex Luthor.

Omega Beams

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Darkseids most powerful attack is his Omega Beams. They are Beams that shoot out of his eyes. When the beams hit some one, they are teleported to a different universe. He has also used them to resurrect, transport, torture, and kill his victims. The Omega Beams can travel through and go around anything to get them where Darkseid wants.

Prophecy Full-filled

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The prophecy said Darkseid would be slain at the hands of his own son, Orion. In issue #2 of Countdown to Final Crisis, it is done. Orion rips his father's heart out. The once powerful and mighty Darkseid has died.

Characteristics

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Height- 8'9"

Weight- 1815lbs

Eyes- Red

Hair- None