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Floyd Lawton, better known as Deadshot, is a prominent character in the DC Comics universe. He is primarily known as a highly skilled marksman and assassin, often described as never missing his target. His preferred weapon is a wrist-mounted gun, although he is proficient with virtually all firearms.

Deadshot's origin story varies, but commonly involves a troubled childhood marked by a desire to protect his abused brother, inadvertently resulting in his brother's death and developing a lifelong ambivalence toward killing. This event often serves as the catalyst for his career as an assassin.

While typically depicted as a villain or anti-hero, Deadshot is frequently associated with the Suicide Squad. He reluctantly works for the government in exchange for reduced prison sentences or financial compensation. Despite his mercenary nature, he often displays a sense of honor and even a sardonic form of camaraderie with his teammates.

Deadshot is a complex character, balancing his deadly skills with a pragmatic, albeit cynical, outlook on life. He is a recurring threat to Batman and other heroes, but his motivations are often more about professional pride and financial gain rather than pure malice.