Powerhouse (Marvel Comics)
Powerhouse is the name of several characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The first incarnation of Powerhouse, Rieg Davan, first appeared in Nova #2 (October 1976). The second incarnation, an unknown female mutant, debuted in Peter Parker: Spider-Man #15 (August 1991).[1] The third incarnation, Alex Power, made his first appearance as Powerhouse in New Warriors #64 (August 1995).
Publication history
Rieg Davan debuted in Nova #2 (October 1976), created by Marv Wolfman, John Buscema, and Joe Sinnott.[2] He subsequently appeared in several Marvel series, including Nova #6-8 (February–April 1977), #10-11 (June–July 1977), #24-25 (March & May 1979), Fantastic Four #206 (May 1979), #208-209 (July–August 1979), and Rom #24 (November 1981). Powerhouse also appeared as part of the "Champions of Xandar" entry in the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition #16.
Fictional character biography
Powerhouse (Rieg Davan)
| Powerhouse | |
|---|---|
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Nova #2 (Oct 1976) |
| Created by | Marv Wolfman John Buscema Joe Sinnott |
| In-story information | |
| Alter ego | Rieg Davan |
| Species | Xandarian |
| Team affiliations | Champions of Xandar |
| Abilities | Superhuman strength Ability to siphon the energies of any power-source |
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Rieg Davan was a member of the Syfon division of the Nova Corps, Xandar's superhuman military. He was sent into space to perform surveillance on the starship of Zorr, an interstellar warlord. Before Davan could report on Zorr's activities, his ship was hit by a meteor shower and careened off-course, eventually landing on Earth. Davan's ship was found by Condor, who brainwashed Davan into serving him.[3][4] Eventually, Davan regained his memory and returned to Xandar, serving in the Champions of Xandar.[5]
He was killed fighting the forces of Nebula.[6]
Powerhouse (mutant)
| Powerhouse | |
|---|---|
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| First appearance | Peter Parker: Spider-Man #15 (1991) |
| In-story information | |
| Alter ego | Unknown |
| Species | Human mutant |
| Partnerships | Masterblaster |
| Abilities | Superhuman strength Flight Energy projection Ability to draw energy to grow her powers |
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The second Powerhouse is a mutant with a strong hatred for humanity. As Beast is giving a lecture at Empire State University, Powerhouse attacks, intending to spread her anti-human message. Simultaneously, a mutant hater called Masterblaster decides to spread his presence and opinions at the same lecture. Beast battles both Powerhouse and Masterblaster until Spider-Man arrives. While Spider-Man keeps Powerhouse busy, Beast knocks out Masterblaster. Spider-Man and Beast team up on Powerhouse and knock her out.[7]
Wolverine and Warbird see a news report of Powerhouse attacking the area around the United Nations building, where an international debate on human-mutant relations was set to take place. Wolverine and Warbird attack Powerhouse, but are overpowered, as Powerhouse is draining Wolverine's energy and Warbird is doing more harm than good because she is drunk and being very reckless with her energy blasts. Eventually, Powerhouse knocks out Warbird. Without Warbird to get in his way, Wolverine manages to defeat Powerhouse.[8]
Powerhouse works with Masterblaster in robbing a local bank, but is interrupted by Spider-Man, who defeats the two. One of the men present at the bank at the time of the hold-up becomes infatuated with Powerhouse and subsequently visits her in prison, which he intends to continue to do every two weeks for the next seven years, as she serves her sentence.[9]
Powerhouse (Alex Power)
Alex Power, leader of the Power Pack, was known as Powerhouse as a member of the New Warriors.
Powers and abilities
Rieg Davan possesses the typical powers and abilities of a Nova Corps Syfon Warrior. He can absorb most types of energy to increase his baseline endurance, stamina, and strength to superhuman levels. When fully powered, his strength increases from being able to press 1 ton to approximately 50 tons. If he siphons sufficient energy, he can release it in a massive explosion or fire force bolts from his hands. Davan can drain machinery and living beings of energy through physical contact. He is also a skilled warrior and pilot of various Xandarian spacecraft.[10]
The unknown Powerhouse has the ability to drain energy from other living beings to increase her own power. She can absorb energy through physical contact with a victim, even through brief contact such as a punch. She has demonstrated the ability to fly, fire destructive energy blasts, and possess superhuman strength of an unknown degree.[11]
Other versions
Ultraverse
An alrernate version of Powerhouse appears in Ultraverse. Kenneth A. Sinclair grew up on a farm with his parents. At age 15, while driving a tractor, he was struck by "lightning", which was actually a Jumpstart jolt that triggered his superpowers. The incident energized him and gave him incredible strength. As an adult, he possesses superhuman strength, enabling him to lift up to 60 tons. His strength allows him to leap high into the air, reaching heights of approximately 100 feet. He prefers close-quarters combat and can punch at extremely high speeds. He also has enhanced hearing. Powerhouse has, at minimum, enhanced durability and can shrug off small projectiles. His eyes are impervious to impact and gas. His vitalizing mutation has enlarged his muscles and reduced the effects of aging.[12]
References
- ↑ "Religion of Powerhouse (13824)". Comic Book Religion. Retrieved 2026-10-26.
- ↑ DeFalco, Tom; Sanderson, Peter; Brevoort, Tom; Teitelbaum, Michael; Wallace, Daniel; Darling, Andrew; Forbeck, Matt; Cowsill, Alan; Bray, Adam (2019). The Marvel Encyclopedia. DK Publishing. p. 273. ISBN 978-1-4654-7890-0. Search this book on
- ↑ Nova #2 (October 1976)
- ↑ Nova #24 (March 1979)
- ↑ Fantastic Four #209 (August 1979)
- ↑ The Avengers #260 (October 1985)
- ↑ Peter Parker: Spider-Man #15 (October 1991)
- ↑ Wolverine #133 (January 1999)
- ↑ Spider-Man Unlimited (vol. 3) #4 (September 2004)
- ↑ "Powerhouse (Rieg Davan)". Marvunapp.com. March 24, 2022. Retrieved 2026-10-26.
- ↑ "Powerhouse (Mutant, Spider-Man/Beast/Wolverine foe)". Marvunapp.com. January 25, 2004. Retrieved 2026-10-26.
- ↑ "Powerhouse (Ultraverse, Strangers foe)". Marvunapp.com. October 20, 2021. Retrieved 2026-10-26.
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