Hellboy

Hellboy is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Dark Horse Comics. The character was created by writer-artist Mike Mignola. Hellboy is a demon who was summoned from Hell to Earth as an infant by Nazi occultists during the final months of World War II. He was found by the Allied Forces, specifically the Allied paranormal division, and was taken to live in Aberystwyth, Wales. He was raised by Professor Trevor Bruttenholm, who became his adoptive father. Hellboy is a member of the Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense (BPRD), an international agency that investigates and combats supernatural threats.

Hellboy's appearance is distinctive, characterized by his red skin, horns (which he often files down), a large, muscular build, and a powerful prehensile tail. He wields a custom-made revolver and carries a variety of supernatural artifacts and weapons. Throughout his comic book adventures, Hellboy battles a wide array of mythical creatures, ghosts, wizards, and other supernatural entities. He often grapples with his own demonic heritage and his destiny, seeking to protect humanity from the forces he was born to lead.

The character has been adapted into several live-action films, animated features, and video games. The live-action film adaptations, directed by Guillermo del Toro and starring Ron Perlman, are particularly well-known. These films explore Hellboy's origins, his relationships with his BPRD colleagues, and his ongoing struggle against both supernatural evil and his own inner turmoil. The comics and their adaptations are noted for their unique blend of horror, folklore, mythology, and superhero action, often featuring a dark, atmospheric tone and intricate storytelling.