Comic book: The curse of having popular superpowers
By Mark Lynch
Element Control
Comic book character: Storm, Rictor
Storm is one of the most powerful characters in any comic book company. She doesn’t just shoot lightning from her hands. Ororo Munroe could probably destroy the world if she wanted to. At the very least make everyone uncomfortable. Thankfully, Storm doesn’t want that. Her goal in life is peace. That’s probably because of her connection to the planet.
Her link to Earth can be a curse. When something is negatively affecting the planet, it hurts her. She also has to remain in control at all times. When Wolverine died, Storm had to leave the planet (Storm No. 4, 2014). Even in outer space, Storm’s emotional release caused an aurora borealis around the world. This means she can never lose control of her emotions. Ever.
Super Strength
Comic book characters: Superman, The Hulk
Superhuman strength comes with a lot of responsibility. As Superman said in Justice League Unlimited, he feels like he walks around in a world made of cardboard. When Otto Octavius took over Peter Parker’s body, he punched Scoprion’s jaw off his face. Otto found out Spider-Man never used his full strength when they fought. Peter’s also said that he has to roll with punches when fighting ordinary people. If he doesn’t, a person will break their hand on his face.
That’s only Superman and Spidey. Imagine what the Hulk goes through. Someone with his power could literally break the world (read the final issue of World War Hulk for an example). You always have to be cautious of every move you make. Otherwise, you could destroy something. Or worse, severely hurt someone.
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