Johnny Domino was a gifted saxophonist that was struck in a car accident. A piece of metal was embedded in his brain because of the accident but he miraculously lived. More than living, Johnny Domino gained the ability to telepathically read evil thoughts and his eyes were permanently dialated, so he could see better in the dark. Feeling responsible with ihs powers, Johnny Domino became the Night Man, saving innocents across San Francisco.