Orka (character)

Orka
Orka's debut appearance in Sub-Mariner #23 (March 1970). Art by Marie Severin.
Publication information
PublisherMarvel Comics
First appearancePrince Namor, the Sub-Mariner #23 (March 1970)[1]
Created byRoy Thomas (writer)
Marie Severin (artist)
In-story information
Alter egoOrka
SpeciesHomo mermanus
Team affiliationsHeroes for Hire
Deep Six
Brand Corporation
Defenders of the Deep
PartnershipsWarlord Krang
Virago
Notable aliasesKiller Whale
AbilitiesSuperhuman strength, speed, agility, stamina, size and durability
Superhuman swimming speed
Ability to breathe both on land and in water
Able to communicate with and summon killer whales via high-pitched whistles
Orca-based empowerment
Formerly:
Land adaptation via belt

Orka is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by Roy Thomas and Marie Severin, and has a killer whale theme. Orka primarily appears as a villain fighting the Avengers, the Fantastic Four, She-Hulk, and the Defenders, and also appears as a member of Heroes for Hire.

  1. ^ Rovin, Jeff (1987). The Encyclopedia of Super-Villains. New York: Facts on File. p. 254. ISBN 0-8160-1356-X.[1]