Originally posted by Yahman returns
Im going to be banned in a minute so'ill be as quick as possible.Superman needs a change in costume and a new explanaition for his powers. I think the following is quite a funky idea ....
I like the idea of him being depicted on a semi Comic level, beyond everyone else (Even Lanterns and Martians) as seen during the Crisis. But the Origins of his powers are just plain retarded. In scientific terms he's an overly dense plant, that can miraculously fly. I hardly believe that the power to duplicate photosynthesis should have God- like beings quaking in their boots. IMO Hyper Dimensions, and string theory provide a suitable answer. Like the mice from Hitchhikers guide, imagine that Kryptonian’s are Pan Dimensional beings, that have the 3 Dimensional form of a humanoid (instead of a mouse). Extra dimensions provide a successful explanations for all of Superman’s powers, from flight to super strength and Durability. They also provide a valid account for the immense power source needed to duplicate various of his AMAZING feats.
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Its believed that Supes powers are derived from the absorption of Solar energy. I’m not convinced, the feats Supes regularly performs suggest an alternate but more powerful energy source. The absorption of Yellow Solar energy may be the key to unlocking this Meta ability.
All of Superman’s powers involve the conversion of Solar energy to meta ATP in the cells. The meta ATP is the source of Supes energy. Supes has extra organs in his body and organelles a bit like a cross between a chloroplast and a mitochondria. What the exact nature of the action of energy conversion as far as interim stages is, no one knows, although much has been theorised.
I theorise this photosynthetic process may kick start some form of matter to energy conversion. I.e. his food is converted to pure energy I.e. E=MC2. Imagine every time he eats, he’s consuming more energy than a nuclear megatons warhead.
Now its unlikely that this process can occur in his cells, as his molecules would be ‘annihilated’ by the energy conversion. I therefore theorise that his body maybe linked to a form of Hyper space (Another Dimension) such as the phantom zone. It is here that this matter to energy conversion may occur. Hyper Space could also explain his other abilities such as Flight, Heat Vision and ‘Super Breathe’. It would also incorporate the popular theory of tactile telekinesis.
Complexity is measured on how much energy a given amount of mass can manipulate. As we know the Kryptonian’s are second only to the New Gods and the Guardians in advancements in science. Its therefore probable to suggest that they found a way to give the Kryptonian cell the power of the Atom.
Maybe there’s an even greater energy source, Have any of you any ideas how Supes powers could be developed ?
Id also like to see greater limitations on the likes of the Martian Manhunter. I.e. as he psionically controls his body, he should have mental trauma everytime he tries to use one of his amazing powers. Also I think his power source should be limited, in a way simillar to Iron man, i.e. he can compete with the BIg guns physically for a while, but after short periods of time he begins to tire.
So wait..............
You'd make the Kryptonian, already the most consistently powerful hero in DC more powerful, and undercut one of his already severely mistreated peers in power?
Loeb, is that you?
Jeph, i mean Yahman, we use to be cool.
But as a fan of J'onn, i can't agree.
To answer the thread, i'd make J'onn more powerful by going more indepth on one of his obscure powers.
I'd have him take in the formula for Promethium, and then have him ingest/absorb the right materials, and have him use his body as a sort of lab and actually create a Promethium exoskeleton, that he actually can secrete to the outside of his body.
And i'd have him come to grips with his past self, ie the burning.
He'd use his skill on the astral plane to bring out the fire control of the burning, and would crown his head with the horns of Fernus, only lengthened ala Loki.
In between those horns would be an everburning flame, and he'd gain strength from the darker emotions of those around him, boosting his speed and strength significantly.
His MV would be somewhat upgraded as well.
The Promethium Exoskeleton, bug themed would take care of his durability.