ACE OF SPADES IV (Ernie Clay)	BIOGRAPHY
Created by Barbara Kesel, Karl Kesel and Steve Erwin

PERSONAL DATA

Real Name: Ernie Clay
Occupation: Criminal
Citizenship: American
Base of Operation: Mobile
Group Affiliation(s): Royal Flush Gang
Gender: Male
First Appearance: New Titans #68 (August 1990): "New Deal"
Creators: Barbara Kesel, Karl Kesel and Steve Erwin

HISTORY

Ernie Clay was a minor career criminal who teamed with Joe Carny, the former King of the Royal Flush Gang, for common thefts. When the second Gambler recruited old Gang members to re-form the team, Ernie became their new Ace, replacing the former Ace robot. Gambler II equipped the team with new weaponry, including an exo-skeleton for Ernie which gave him tremendous strength. Since then, Ernie has continued his Ace career, battling heroes such as the Justice League, Superman, and the New Titans. On occasion, the old Ace robot has again been reactivated and temporarily taken his place on the team.

CHRONOLOGY

For a definitive list of appearances of Ace of Spades in chronological order click here