Night Shift (comics)

Night Shift is a supervillain team appearing in the Marvel Comics universe. They are primarily known as a group of nocturnal criminals who operate out of the fictional city of Los Angeles. The team's roster has varied over time, but they are generally comprised of characters with supernatural or unusual abilities well-suited for operating in the darkness.

One of the defining characteristics of the Night Shift is their loose organization and often shifting leadership. Their motivations are typically self-serving, focusing on personal gain through theft, extortion, and other criminal activities. They often come into conflict with superheroes, especially those active in Los Angeles.

Notable members of the Night Shift have included:

• Hangman: The team's original leader, a vigilante with a dark past who executes criminals.
• Dansen Macabre: A dancer with the power to control others through her movements.
• Tick-Tock: A cyborg assassin with advanced technology.
• Brother Grimm: (Usually refers to two brothers) Supervillains with mystical powers who have sometimes been associated with the group.
• Tatterdemalion: A villain with the power to control the clothing of others.
• Needle: A villain skilled in acupuncture and pressure points.

The Night Shift has faced various superhero teams, including the West Coast Avengers and Moon Knight, resulting in numerous defeats and reshuffling of their membership. Their enduring presence in the Marvel Universe establishes them as a recurring threat, representing the persistent criminal underbelly of the superhero world.