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Hourman was a hero and a valued member of the Justice Society of America. However, Doctor Manhattan manipulated his history and the history of the JSA, which resulted in him and his exploits being forgotten by everyone.
History
Hourman was supposed to exist on Prime Earth but his existence was erased after Doctor Manhattan prevented Alan Scott from becoming the Green Lantern and, as a consequence, his death prevented the creation of the Justice Society of America.[1]
Later, Doctor Manhattan undid his actions and allowed Alan Scott to become once again the Green Lantern and form the Justice Society. Hourman was brought back to life and was part of the Justice Society, along with his son, helped Superman defeat the metahumans who were ravaging Washington, D.C..[2]
Powers and Abilities
Abilities
Weaknesses
Paraphernalia
Equipment
- Miraclo: Hourman derives all his superhuman abilities from the "miracle vitamin" Miraclo. The active ingredient is a special form of phosphorus, which bonds temporarily with the ATP in muscle cells to create a "Adenosine Quad-Phosphate" which energizes the cells. He has also used a Miraclo Ray to gain powers after losing a set of pills.[3]
- Superhuman Strength: The energy released gives the subject increased strength.
- Superhuman Durability: The energy released gives the subject limited invulnerability.
- Superhuman Stamina: The energy released gives the subject heightened stamina.
- Superhuman Agility: The energy released gives the subject increased agility.
- Aquatic Adaptation: The energy released gives the subject the ability to breath underwater.
Notes
- Hourman was created by Ken Fitch and Bernard Baily, first appearing in Adventure Comics #48. However, in the Prime Earth continuity, Hourman first appeared as part of the New 52 DC Universe in Doomsday Clock #8 by Geoff Johns and Gary Frank.
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Footnotes
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 Justice Society of America member |