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{{quote|Few even think to ask the question...|source=<ref name="Double Date">{{jlu}}, "[[Double Date]]"</ref>}}
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{{quote|Few even think to ask the question...|source=<ref name="jlu119">{{ep ref|jlu|119}}</ref>}}
   
The '''Question''' was a [[superhero]] and a member of the [[Justice League]] after the [[Thanagarian invasion]]. He was known for his "crackpot"<ref name="Question Authority">Idem, "[[Question Authority]]"</ref> conspiracy theories and brilliant deductive skills. He used a special flesh-colored mask that covered his face, along with a special yellow gas<ref name="Fearful Symmetry">Idem, "[[Fearful Symmetry]]"</ref><ref name="Flashpoint">Idem, "[[Flashpoint]]"</ref> that could change the colors of his hair and clothing. The Question was possibly the most unconventional superhero ever to join the organization. He was a paranoid investigator who, by his own admission, shamelessly went through everyone's trash,<ref name="Fearful Symmetry" /> drove a car with no license plates,<ref name="Double Date" /><ref name="Destroyer">Idem, "[[Destroyer]]"</ref> and believed there was an ominous conspiracy inherent to everything.
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The '''Question''' was a [[superhero]] and a member of the [[Justice League]] after the [[Thanagarian invasion]]. He was known for his "crackpot"<ref name="jlu122">{{ep ref|jlu|122}}</ref> conspiracy theories and brilliant deductive skills. He used a special flesh-colored mask that covered his face, along with a special yellow gas<ref name="jlu106">{{ep ref|jlu|106}}</ref><ref name="jlu123">{{ep ref|jlu|123}}</ref> that could change the colors of his hair and clothing. The Question was possibly the most unconventional superhero ever to join the organization. He was a paranoid investigator who, by his own admission, shamelessly went through everyone's trash,<ref name="jlu106" /> drove a car with no license plates,<ref name="jlu119" /><ref name="jlu213">{{ep ref|jlu|213}}</ref> and believed there was an ominous conspiracy inherent to everything.
   
==History==
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== History ==
===Assignments===
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=== Assignments ===
[[File:Question's_web.jpg|thumb|200px|Question shows [[Supergirl]] and [[Green Arrow]] his conspiracy web.|left]]
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[[File:Question's web.png|thumb|200px|right|Question shows [[Supergirl]] and [[Green Arrow]] his conspiracy web.|left]]
   
The Question assisted [[Supergirl]] and [[Green Arrow]] in uncovering the truth behind Supergirl's eerie dreams, leading him to [[Galatea]], her evil clone. Although his teammates regard him as a nut for his over the top theories, such as the connections between boy bands and global warming, and the Girl Scouts and the crop circle phenomenon, the fact is that Question delivers results. Therefore, [[Batman]] appointed him to find a link between [[Cadmus]] and Lex Luthor.<ref name="Fearful Symmetry" />
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The Question assisted [[Supergirl]] and [[Green Arrow]] in uncovering the truth behind Supergirl's eerie dreams, leading him to [[Galatea]], her evil clone. Although his teammates regard him as a nut for his over the top theories, such as the connections between boy bands and global warming, and the Girl Scouts and the crop circle phenomenon, the fact is that Question delivers results. Therefore, [[Batman]] appointed him to find a link between [[Cadmus]] and Lex Luthor.<ref name="jlu106" />
   
===Flourishing Romance===
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=== Flourishing Romance ===
[[File:Question_and_Huntress.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Question and [[Huntress]] get their relationship started.]]
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[[File:Question and Huntress.png|thumb|left|200px|Question and [[Huntress]] get their relationship started.]]
While Question was investigating, the [[Huntress]] approached him offering information on Cadmus, if he would help her track down [[Steven Mandragora]], the man who killed her parents. Even though Question knew she had nothing on the mysterious organization, he played along, simply because he was fond of the Huntress. Question was incredibly perceptive, and he most likely investigated the background of every Leaguer, seeing as he knew everything about the Huntress before they met. After Question dissuaded her from murdering Mandragora in front of his son, the Huntress took a liking to him, and they started dating.<ref name="Double Date" />
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While Question was investigating, the [[Huntress]] approached him offering information on Cadmus, if he would help her track down [[Steven Mandragora]], the man who killed her parents. Even though Question knew she had nothing on the mysterious organization, he played along, simply because he was fond of the Huntress. Question was incredibly perceptive, and he most likely investigated the background of every Leaguer, seeing as he knew everything about the Huntress before they met. After Question dissuaded her from murdering Mandragora in front of his son, the Huntress took a liking to him, and they started dating.<ref name="jlu119" />
   
===Cadmus===
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=== Cadmus ===
With the help of the Huntress, Question stole [[President Luthor (Cadmus Computer File)|high-security files]] from a Cadmus terminal, in hopes of finding their link to [[Luthor]]. After cracking the files, he gained access to several classified information, namely [[Amanda Waller]]'s simulations and everything about the [[Justice Lords]]. When the Question saw the security tape of [[Superman (Justice Lord)|Superman]] killing [[Lex Luthor (Justice Lords' universe)|President Lex Luthor]] in the parallel universe,<ref>{{jl}}, "[[A Better World]]"</ref> he became convinced that those events were predestined to happen in his own reality, considering the events that led up to that fateful moment, were also already unfolding. Question saw how Waller's simulations predicted that a war between the Justice League and the government would result in Armageddon. He confronted [[Superman]], who, in spite of assuring they would never fight the government, didn't reassure a much disturbed Question. [[File:Question_confronts_superman.jpg|thumb|Question confronts Superman]] Question broke into LexCorp, where he was determined to kill Luthor in order to prevent Superman from doing so. Seeing as he was a "well-known crackpot", the Question believed that his actions wouldn't affect the League's reputation, and was willing to commit that sacrifice to guarantee Superman's untainted legacy. However, he was thwarted by Luthor, who mysteriously exhibited superhuman strength and easily beat him to the ground. Question was then taken under Cadmus custody, where [[Dr. Moon]] tortured him for the location of the stolen files. Question would simply answer with random conspiracy theories, like toothpaste being used to track people by satellite.<ref name="Question Authority" />
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With the help of the Huntress, Question stole [[President Luthor (Cadmus Computer File)|high-security files]] from a Cadmus terminal, in hopes of finding their link to [[Luthor]]. After cracking the files, he gained access to several classified information, namely [[Amanda Waller]]'s simulations and everything about the [[Justice Lords]]. When the Question saw the security tape of [[Superman (Justice Lord)|Superman]] killing [[Lex Luthor (Justice Lords' universe)|President Lex Luthor]] in the parallel universe,<ref>{{ep ref|jl|211}}</ref> he became convinced that those events were predestined to happen in his own reality, considering the events that led up to that fateful moment, were also already unfolding. Question saw how Waller's simulations predicted that a war between the Justice League and the government would result in Armageddon. He confronted [[Superman]], who, in spite of assuring they would never fight the government, didn't reassure a much disturbed Question. [[File:Question confronts Superman.png|thumb|Question confronts Superman]] Question broke into LexCorp, where he was determined to kill Luthor in order to prevent Superman from doing so. Seeing as he was a "well-known crackpot", the Question believed that his actions wouldn't affect the League's reputation, and was willing to commit that sacrifice to guarantee Superman's untainted legacy. However, he was thwarted by Luthor, who mysteriously exhibited superhuman strength and easily beat him to the ground. Question was then taken under Cadmus custody, where [[Dr. Moon]] tortured him for the location of the stolen files. Question would simply answer with random conspiracy theories, like toothpaste being used to track people by satellite.<ref name="jlu122" />
 
[[File:Huntress rescues Question.png|thumb|200px|left|Huntress and Question reunited.]]
 
[[File:Huntress rescues Question.png|thumb|200px|left|Huntress and Question reunited.]]
Question was finally rescued by Superman and the Huntress, who carried him out of the facility after a fight with [[Captain Atom]]. Question was teleported to the [[Watchtower II|Watchtower]], where he recuperated with the Huntress at his bedside. It was during his recovery that Question showed the Huntress his true face. As he lay in bed, he asked Huntress to get a small spray can out of his coat pocket and as such applied it to his mask which came off and the lovers shared a tender moment. <ref name="Flashpoint" /> Shortly after, when the [[Ultimen]] invaded the Watchtower, the Question mustered enough strength to knock out one [[Juice]] clone with a bedpan, promptly saving Huntress.<ref name="Panic in the Sky">{{jlu}}, "[[Panic in the Sky]]</ref>
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Question was finally rescued by Superman and the Huntress, who carried him out of the facility after a fight with [[Captain Atom]]. Question was teleported to the [[Watchtower II|Watchtower]], where he recuperated with the Huntress at his bedside. It was during his recovery that Question showed the Huntress his true face. As he lay in bed, he asked Huntress to get a small spray can out of his coat pocket and as such applied it to his mask which came off and the lovers shared a tender moment.<ref name="jlu123" /> Shortly after, when the [[Ultimen]] invaded the Watchtower, the Question mustered enough strength to knock out one [[Juice]] clone with a bedpan, promptly saving Huntress.<ref name="jlu124">{{jlu}}, "[[Panic in the Sky]]</ref>
   
After full recovery, Question kept going out with the Huntress and resumed his pursuit to uncover conspiracies.<ref>Idem, "[[Grudge Match]]"</ref> He later answered the world-wide call to the entire Justice League when [[Darkseid]] invaded Earth, and managed to take out a few [[Parademon]]s with his car.<ref name="Destroyer" />
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After full recovery, Question kept going out with the Huntress and resumed his pursuit to uncover conspiracies.<ref>{{ep ref|jlu|209}}</ref> He later answered the world-wide call to the entire Justice League when [[Darkseid]] invaded Earth, and managed to take out a few [[Parademon]]s with his car.<ref name="jlu213" />
   
==Abilities and equipment==
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== Abilities and equipment ==
Despite possessing no special powers or gadgets, the Question was a skilled martial artist,<ref name="Double Date" /><ref name="Fearful Symmetry" /> endowed with brilliant deductive skills and a genius intellect. He was also very skilled in the intimidation and interrogation of criminals, on par with Batman. His intimidation skills were derived from, at least in part, his featureless mask, which could be quite scary to an average person.<ref name="Fearful Symmetry" />
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Despite possessing no special powers or gadgets, the Question was a skilled martial artist,<ref name="jlu119" /><ref name="jlu106" /> endowed with brilliant deductive skills and a genius intellect. He was also very skilled in the intimidation and interrogation of criminals, on par with Batman. His intimidation skills were derived from, at least in part, his featureless mask, which could be quite scary to an average person.<ref name="jlu106" />
   
He always saw the clue everyone overlooked, and solved the conundrums he set himself out to investigate. The Question was always very suspicious of everything, and his inquisitive mind earned him a reputation of being paranoid and eccentric. The Question used very little equipment. He carried a special aerosol spray that allowed him a quick costume change. When applied it changed his hair color from red to black,<ref name="Fearful Symmetry" /> and it was also the only thing that could make his faceless mask come off.<ref name="Panic in the Sky" /> Aside from his distinctive "faceless" mask, his spray and classic GTO the Question used no notable equipment. He made frequent use of whatever item was around as a weapon or tool.<ref name="Fearful Symmetry" /><ref name="Panic in the Sky" />
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He always saw the clue everyone overlooked, and solved the conundrums he set himself out to investigate. The Question was always very suspicious of everything, and his inquisitive mind earned him a reputation of being paranoid and eccentric: Batman conceded that for all his deductive skills, he was "wound a bit too tightly."<ref name="jlu116">{{ep ref|jlu|116}}</ref> The Question used very little equipment. He carried a special aerosol spray that allowed him a quick costume change. When applied it changed his hair color from red to black,<ref name="jlu106" /> and it was also the only thing that could make his faceless mask come off.<ref name="jlu124" /> Aside from his distinctive "faceless" mask, his spray and classic GTO the Question used no notable equipment. He made frequent use of whatever item was around as a weapon or tool.<ref name="jlu106" /><ref name="jlu124" />
   
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Revision as of 13:33, 8 January 2020

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"Few even think to ask the question..."[1]

The Question was a superhero and a member of the Justice League after the Thanagarian invasion. He was known for his "crackpot"[2] conspiracy theories and brilliant deductive skills. He used a special flesh-colored mask that covered his face, along with a special yellow gas[3][4] that could change the colors of his hair and clothing. The Question was possibly the most unconventional superhero ever to join the organization. He was a paranoid investigator who, by his own admission, shamelessly went through everyone's trash,[3] drove a car with no license plates,[1][5] and believed there was an ominous conspiracy inherent to everything.

History

Assignments

Question's web

Question shows Supergirl and Green Arrow his conspiracy web.

The Question assisted Supergirl and Green Arrow in uncovering the truth behind Supergirl's eerie dreams, leading him to Galatea, her evil clone. Although his teammates regard him as a nut for his over the top theories, such as the connections between boy bands and global warming, and the Girl Scouts and the crop circle phenomenon, the fact is that Question delivers results. Therefore, Batman appointed him to find a link between Cadmus and Lex Luthor.[3]

Flourishing Romance

Question and Huntress

Question and Huntress get their relationship started.

While Question was investigating, the Huntress approached him offering information on Cadmus, if he would help her track down Steven Mandragora, the man who killed her parents. Even though Question knew she had nothing on the mysterious organization, he played along, simply because he was fond of the Huntress. Question was incredibly perceptive, and he most likely investigated the background of every Leaguer, seeing as he knew everything about the Huntress before they met. After Question dissuaded her from murdering Mandragora in front of his son, the Huntress took a liking to him, and they started dating.[1]

Cadmus

With the help of the Huntress, Question stole high-security files from a Cadmus terminal, in hopes of finding their link to Luthor. After cracking the files, he gained access to several classified information, namely Amanda Waller's simulations and everything about the Justice Lords. When the Question saw the security tape of Superman killing President Lex Luthor in the parallel universe,[6] he became convinced that those events were predestined to happen in his own reality, considering the events that led up to that fateful moment, were also already unfolding. Question saw how Waller's simulations predicted that a war between the Justice League and the government would result in Armageddon. He confronted Superman, who, in spite of assuring they would never fight the government, didn't reassure a much disturbed Question.

Question confronts Superman

Question confronts Superman

Question broke into LexCorp, where he was determined to kill Luthor in order to prevent Superman from doing so. Seeing as he was a "well-known crackpot", the Question believed that his actions wouldn't affect the League's reputation, and was willing to commit that sacrifice to guarantee Superman's untainted legacy. However, he was thwarted by Luthor, who mysteriously exhibited superhuman strength and easily beat him to the ground. Question was then taken under Cadmus custody, where Dr. Moon tortured him for the location of the stolen files. Question would simply answer with random conspiracy theories, like toothpaste being used to track people by satellite.[2]

Huntress rescues Question

Huntress and Question reunited.

Question was finally rescued by Superman and the Huntress, who carried him out of the facility after a fight with Captain Atom. Question was teleported to the Watchtower, where he recuperated with the Huntress at his bedside. It was during his recovery that Question showed the Huntress his true face. As he lay in bed, he asked Huntress to get a small spray can out of his coat pocket and as such applied it to his mask which came off and the lovers shared a tender moment.[4] Shortly after, when the Ultimen invaded the Watchtower, the Question mustered enough strength to knock out one Juice clone with a bedpan, promptly saving Huntress.[7]

After full recovery, Question kept going out with the Huntress and resumed his pursuit to uncover conspiracies.[8] He later answered the world-wide call to the entire Justice League when Darkseid invaded Earth, and managed to take out a few Parademons with his car.[5]

Abilities and equipment

Despite possessing no special powers or gadgets, the Question was a skilled martial artist,[1][3] endowed with brilliant deductive skills and a genius intellect. He was also very skilled in the intimidation and interrogation of criminals, on par with Batman. His intimidation skills were derived from, at least in part, his featureless mask, which could be quite scary to an average person.[3]

He always saw the clue everyone overlooked, and solved the conundrums he set himself out to investigate. The Question was always very suspicious of everything, and his inquisitive mind earned him a reputation of being paranoid and eccentric: Batman conceded that for all his deductive skills, he was "wound a bit too tightly."[9] The Question used very little equipment. He carried a special aerosol spray that allowed him a quick costume change. When applied it changed his hair color from red to black,[3] and it was also the only thing that could make his faceless mask come off.[7] Aside from his distinctive "faceless" mask, his spray and classic GTO the Question used no notable equipment. He made frequent use of whatever item was around as a weapon or tool.[3][7]

Appearances and references

Justice League Unlimited

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Simone, Gail (writer) & Dos Santos, Joaquim (director) (June 4, 2005). "Double Date". Justice League Unlimited. Season 1. Episode 19 (airdate). Episode 19 (production). Cartoon Network.
  2. 2.0 2.1 McDuffie, Dwayne (writer) & Riba, Dan (director) (June 25, 2005). "Question Authority". Justice League Unlimited. Season 1. Episode 22 (airdate). Episode 22 (production). Cartoon Network.
  3. 3.0 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 Berkowitz, Stan (story) & Goodman, Robert (teleplay) & Riba, Dan (director) (September 4, 2004). "Fearful Symmetry". Justice League Unlimited. Season 1. Episode 6 (airdate). Episode 4 (production). Cartoon Network.
  4. 4.0 4.1 McDuffie, Dwayne (writer) & Dos Santos, Joaquim (director) (July 2, 2005). "Flashpoint". Justice League Unlimited. Season 1. Episode 23 (airdate). Episode 23 (production). Cartoon Network.
  5. 5.0 5.1 McDuffie, Dwayne (writer) & Dos Santos, Joaquim (director) (May 13, 2006). "Destroyer". Justice League Unlimited. Season 2. Episode 13 (airdate). Episode 39 (production). Cartoon Network.
  6. Berkowitz, Stan (writer) & Riba, Dan (director) (November 1, 2003). "A Better World, Part I". Justice League. Season 2. Episode 11 (airdate). Episode 37 (production). Cartoon Network.
  7. 7.0 7.1 7.2 Justice League Unlimited, "Panic in the Sky
  8. Wayne, Matt (story) & DeMatteis, J.M. (teleplay) & Dos Santos, Joaquim (director) (March 11, 2006). "Grudge Match". Justice League Unlimited. Season 2. Episode 9 (airdate). Episode 35 (production). Cartoon Network.
  9. McDuffie, Dwayne (story) & Goodman, Robert (teleplay) & Riba, Dan (director) (February 19, 2005). "The Doomsday Sanction". Justice League Unlimited. Season 1. Episode 16 (airdate). Episode 16 (production). Cartoon Network.

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