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Swift Elk, copper-skinned fighter against injustice.

Chief Swift Elk
Swift elk

Real Name

Swift Elk

First Appearance

Indian Braves #1 (March 1951)

Original Publisher

Ace Magazines

Created by

Bill Walton

Origin[]

"A son of ancient Pueblo chiefs," Chief Swift Elk is himself a Chief of the Pueblo tribe. He is well-known to a local sheriff "somewhere in the Arizona territory." The sheriff is surprised to encounter Swift Elk, indicating the hero may not be from the area.

Powers and Abilities[]

Swift Elk is well versed in the skills commonly attributed to a Native American fighter: Stealth, horsemanship, bow and arrow, etc.

Public Domain Appearances[]

  • Indian Braves #1-4
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