Being a huge gladiator fan i have read pretty much anything i can find on him. His birth name is Kalark (a play on words on supermans birth name clark). He is a Stronian but not much is known about them. He has a female cousin that made a brief appearance in another comic cant remember which one though. Some speculate that his powers are driven by his own self assurance others say he has his powers enhanced by Shi'ar technology while others say its his own natural ability. I dont believe the writers/creators have ever really said for sure so its always up for debate and speculation. Gladiator has been trained in many alien forms of fighting and is suppose to have unmatched speed, agility and strength. His loyalty to the Shi'ar thrown (regardless who sits on the thrown) is unwaivering. Gladiator is definatly a character with alot more potential then he is given.
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