Orka | |
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Publication information | |
Publisher | Marvel Comics |
First appearance | Prince Namor, the Sub-Mariner #23 (March 1970)[1] |
Created by | Roy Thomas (writer) Marie Severin (artist) |
In-story information | |
Alter ego | Orka |
Species | Homo mermanus |
Team affiliations | Heroes for Hire Deep Six Brand Corporation Defenders of the Deep |
Partnerships | Warlord Krang Virago |
Notable aliases | Killer Whale |
Abilities | Superhuman 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.