How a superhero's death became a cosmic promotion to the afterlife
In short: DeMarr Davis was a mutant with the ability to phase through walls. After a tragic sacrifice, he didn't just stay dead; he was recruited by a cosmic entity to become an Angel of Death. Now, he balances his life as a hero with his duties as a reaper.
DeMarr Davis first appeared in 1989 as a mutant capable of using his body as a portal to move people and objects through solid matter. This ability stems from his connection to the Darkforce dimension. Initially, he joined the Great Lakes Avengers, a team of costumed adventurers who were eventually mentored by Hawkeye and Mockingbird. His life took a dramatic turn during a battle against the universe-threatening Maelstrom, where he sacrificed himself to allow Mr. Immortal to stop the villain.
Following his death, Davis was resurrected by the cosmic entity Oblivion. Because of his existing connection to the Darkforce, Oblivion appointed him as a new Angel of Death, replacing a previous entity named Deathurge. This transition granted him a suite of supernatural abilities, including light-speed flight, mediumship, and the power to create objects from Darkforce energy. Despite this cosmic appointment, Davis remained active with his team, eventually leading to the group rebranding as the Great Lakes X-Men after it was discovered they were all mutants.
The character's narrative explores the intersection of personal identity and cosmic duty. In one notable storyline, Davis visits his father and reveals his new status; his father is delighted to brag about his son's new role in heaven. However, the character exists in multiple realities. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, a different version of Doorman—portrayed by Byron Bowers—is a struggling actor who gained phasing powers from toxic waste. This version's mistakes led to the 'Doorman Clause,' a fictional law prohibiting superhumans from acting in film and television.
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