Who Are Atom Smasher And Cyclone in ‘Black Adam’? What Are Their Powers?

Atom Smasher and Cyclone are among the best members of the Justice Society. Looking at all the facts, it seems like DC has some plans for these comic stars. Quintessa Swindell will be playing the role of Cyclone in the movie ‘Black Adam‘. This will be the first time the role will be seen on the big screen.

Unlike Cyclone, Atom Smasher made his big-screen debut in the movie, ‘The Flash‘. The part was played by Adam Copeland. However, in the movie ‘Black Adam‘ the role will be played by Noah Centineo. Smasher is also a Justice League member alongside Cyclone, Doctor Fate, and Hawkman.

Atom Smasher: Origin And Power

The man who bears the title of Atom Smasher is Albert Rothstein. He made his first appearance in all-star squadron issue 25 in September 1983, however, under the alias Nucleon. He appeared as Atom Smasher in ‘Kingdom Come’ issue 2 in June of 96. Smasher was created by Roy Thomas and Jerry Ordway. Smasher was the grandson of the supervillain Cyclotron. He inherited his powers from his grandfather.

Atom Smasher holds the ability to change the size to whatever he chooses. His strength and density increase to whatever size he decides to adopt. He got this ability as a result of exposure to thorium radiation. After increasing his size his strength increases by a huge amount and even if he is weaker than Black Adom, he is strong enough to hold a battle.

Cyclone: Origin And Power

This is a red-haired superhero and her real name is Maxine Hunkel. She is the granddaughter of Red tornado who herself was a part of the Justice League Society of America. In the comics, she realizes her wind-manipulating power when she grows older. However, in school, she always had been a lonely nerd with hardly any friends.

However, in DCEU, her backstory is a bit different. According to this story, her subjection to nanotechnology experiments gave her the abilities she possesses. Maxine uses all sorts of air magic, has superhearing abilities and also, she can even create tornados with her mind. Although her powers sound limited she possesses a great deal of strength.