Iluthin

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Originally named Iluthin, Kanto was brought up in Granny Goodness's orphanage, and was one of her most promising warriors. When he decided to steal a pair of Neuro-Skraggers from Darkseid's then personal assassin, Kanto-13, the dread lord used his Omega Beams to blast the young Iluthin.

Italy 1502

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Iluthin was transported in Italy around the Renaissance period. It was here where he learned his swordsmanship and other fighting skills. Iluthin was employed under the king at the time as a messanger.

Claudia

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Claudia Borgia was young Iluthin's first love. After returning with news of plots against him, the king gave her to Iluthin as a bride. During the wedding, however, Kanto-13, still sore over Iluthin attempting to steal his weapons and tries to slay him. Instead, Claudia gave her life and saved her lover.

Revenge

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After Claudia's death Iluthin returned to Apokolips. After drinking a glass of water, Kanto-13 and Iluthin fought. When the assassin fell to the ground with wracking body pains, Iluthin explained how he heard him talk of always having a back-up plan, and poisoned his water. Darkseid soon venquished the minion, renamed Iluthin, Kanto, and dubbed him his new personal assassin.

Kanto

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An expert organizer and strategist, Kanto's tactics are only second to Darkseid himself on Apokolips. Kanto's costume is based on the people's clothing from the Renaissance period. He is a master swordsman and weapon master. He has accomplished alot for his master, Darkseid, but has also developed a respect for other people's arts. He once let Mr. Miracle go free for impressing him with his escaping skills.

Death

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Kanto was killed in the 3rd. issue of The Death of the New Gods. Stalking Mr. Miracle and Orion after they arived on Apokolips is where Kanto met his death with the "God-Killer". In the killer's usual manner, Kanto had his sould ripped from him. His corpse was discovered by Kalibak.

Height: 5'11"

Weight: 170lbs.

Eyes: Blue

Hair: Black

Base: Apokolips