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Who Is Hurricane? Origin, Powers and Key Facts

Hurricane (Marvel): Armed with control over the weather, Hurricane was an early foe of Captain Britain who reformed and moved to America.

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Hurricane is a Marvel comic book character, the alter ego of Albert Potter, with over 33 comic issue appearances. Armed with control over the weather, Hurricane was an early foe of Captain Britain who reformed and moved to America.

Who is Hurricane?

"But mark my words, the day is coming when I will no longer have to skulk about the shadowed streets like some outcast! And more, those who hunted me now will soon flee from my vengeance and my power" -- Hurricane (Albert Potter). For other characters called Hurricane see: Makkari , Harry Kane , Hurricane History Albert was a meteorologist who studied how to deactivate hurricanes. He failed many times and soon was fired from his job. He took his machine that deactivated hurricanes and tried to release it into one. The machine backfired and engulfed Albert in its energy. The Nethergods rebuilt Albert into a weapon to use against Captain Britain , pawn of their foe Merlyn . He soon became Hurricane. Powers Albert has increased strength, stamina, agility and intellect.

Key facts

Hurricane is of human origin and first appeared in "Mayhem on a Monday morning". The character is published by Marvel. With 33 recorded issue appearances, Hurricane ranks among the most featured characters in comics.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Hurricane?

Armed with control over the weather, Hurricane was an early foe of Captain Britain who reformed and moved to America.

What is Hurricane's real name?

Hurricane's real identity is Albert Potter.

When did Hurricane first appear?

Hurricane first appeared in "Mayhem on a Monday morning".

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