Lady Vic

Lady Vic is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by DC Comics. Created by Chuck Dixon and Scott McDaniel, she first appeared in Nightwing #30 (September 1999).

Lady Vic is a highly skilled assassin and mercenary. Her real name is Eliza, and she claims descent from a British noblewoman who was a highway robber during the 18th century. This ancestor, also known as Lady Vic, supposedly bequeathed Eliza with her skills and a burning desire to continue the family's violent legacy. Eliza embraces a Victorian-era aesthetic in her clothing and weaponry, typically sporting a corset, bustle, and wielding antique weaponry updated with modern technology.

Lady Vic operates primarily as a hired gun, accepting contracts from various criminal organizations and individuals. She is known for her ruthlessness, efficiency, and expertise in hand-to-hand combat, firearms, and bladed weapons. She has frequently come into conflict with Nightwing, Batman, and other heroes within the DC Universe.

While initially portrayed as a straightforward villain, later appearances have hinted at a more complex morality, suggesting a sense of honor or a personal code within her mercenary activities. This ambiguity allows for her character to be used in various capacities, sometimes as a direct antagonist and other times as a reluctant ally depending on the circumstances.

Lady Vic's skills include exceptional marksmanship, swordsmanship, hand-to-hand combat, and stealth. She is also highly intelligent and cunning, allowing her to effectively plan and execute her missions. Her Victorian-era persona and archaic weaponry often underestimate her opponents, granting her a tactical advantage.