Neron

For the US Weather Observation Network, see NERON.

Neron is also an alternative name of the Roman Emperor Nero.

Neron is a fictional character in the DC Comics' universe. Neron was a demon prince of great power, though he has been reduced to a lower station due to his actions. His name is based on a reading of 666 as meaning "Neron Caesar" in Gematria numerology.

History

Neron was a Demon Prince responsible for enhancing dozens of supervillains (and a few superheroes) in exchange for their immortal souls, during the Underworld Unleashed story arc. He would do so by 'tempting' them - offering something the victim would feel would be his or her heart's desire, in exchange for their soul (for example, when attempting to tempt Green Lantern Kyle Rayner, he offered to bring back his girlfreind, Alexandra DeWitt, from the dead). He was also responsible for the deaths of both Wonder Woman and the alien despot, Mongul. However Wonder Woman was soon resurrected by Athena as the Goddess of Truth.

The Rogues

Neron was able to trick five supervillians into destroying a large area with a large explosion. When seen from the sky, the areas of the explosion related to the points of a pentagram, allowing him free access to Earth. While he was on Earth, he made intent that he was after a 'pure soul' that he could corrupt. Most people thought that this referred to Superman, but his ultimate goal was the soul of Captain Marvel, though he was thwarted in that goal by the Trickster.

Day of Judgement

During the Day of Judgement storyline, he attempted to claim the Spectre-force for himself, which would have allowed him much more power and the ability to remain outside of Hell for good. However, the Spectre in the end instead chose Hal Jordan as its new human host. Neron was punished for using Hell's own power for his pleasure, and was last seen demoted to the position of Rhyming Demon, similar to Etrigan the Demon.

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