Gorgon Physiology
Medusa (Greek Mythology) the most famous gorgon
Power/Ability to:	Use the traits of gorgon

Power to use the abilities of gorgon. Variation of Mythic Physiology.

Also Called

• Medusa Physiology

Capabilities

User with this ability either is or can transform into an gorgon, a terrifying female creature of Greek mythology. While descriptions of Gorgons vary across Greek literature, common features include hair of living, venomous snakes and ability to petrify other beings.

Applications

• 360-Degree Vision
• Dermal Armor
• Enhanced Condition
• Hair Manipulation
• Petrification
• Poison Generation
• Poisonous Blood

Variations

• Claw Retraction
• Healing Blood
• Immortality
• Snake Physiology
• Wing Manifestation

Classical mythology connects gorgons to sea-storms, coral reefs and other dangers of sea:

• Storm Creation
• Water Manipulation

Limitations

• May not be immune to their own petrifying gaze.
• May not be Immortal.

Known Users

• Medusa (Greek Mythology)
• Stheno (Greek Mythology)
• Eurayle (Greek Mythology)
• Aix (Greek Mythology)
• Delphyne Gorgon (Marvel)
• Sedusa (PowerPuff Girls)
• Supergirl (DC Comics)
• Medusa (DC Comics)
• Stheno (DC Comics)
• The Gorgon (The Sarah Jane Adventures)
• Delphyne Gorgon (Marvel)
• Valentina (Komiks)

Gallery

After becoming possessed by the spirit of Medusa, Supergirl (DC) herself becomes gorgon-like.

The Abbess (The Sarah Jane Adventures) is host to a gorgon.

Delphyne Gorgon (Marvel) is the descendent of the Gorgon sisters.

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