The Human Torch is a charismatic and vibrant super-hero who flames on by setting his flying body on scorching hot fire. The original Human Torch is Jim Hammond, the first artificial man, being created by Phineas Horton and acting as one of the most esteemed vigilantes during World War II, honorably executing Adolf Hitler. The modern Human Torch is Johnny Storm, a member of the Fantastic Four, a family super hero explorers. Exposed to cosmic rays during a space flight, Storm has since gained the power to burn endlessly with fire.