James Jesse

A practical joker and con man who uses explosive teddy bears and other gag gadgets to damage his enemies.

James Jesse is the original Trickster, a supervillain who appeared in American comic books published by DC Comics and is an enemy of the Flash. He has been a member of the Rogues. Actor Mark Hamill is most closely associated with the role, having played Jesse in two live-action television series and voiced the character in several animated and video game appearances.

Quick Facts

Also known as: The Trickster
Affiliation: Rogues
Arch-nemesis: The Flash

Lore & Background

James Jesse first appeared in The Flash #113 (June–July 1960) and was created by John Broome and Carmine Infantino. Infantino originally designed the character for the issue's cover, which became the basis of its plot and the character's history. The original Trickster's real name is James Jesse. He created shoes that allowed him to walk on air to aid his criminal activities, along with other dangerous gag gadgets for his crimes.

Reader's Guide

The Trickster has a number of trick items that he employs. This includes itching powder, potato head bombs, exploding rubber chickens and yo-yos, sharpened jacks, hard shell candy, and various other joke-themed weapons. The Trickster wears a pair of shoes that allow him to fly for up to 10 hours.