Rainmaker
Creation & Design
Rainmaker was created by Jim Lee and Brandon Choi as part of the Gen13 team, which was designed to appeal to a younger audience with a mix of superhero and teen drama elements.
Early Years
Rainmaker was introduced as a member of Gen13, a group of teenagers with superpowers who were the result of a government experiment. She quickly became a fan favorite due to her strong personality and unique abilities.
Character Development
Over the years, Rainmaker has evolved from a teenage superhero into a more mature character, grappling with her identity, responsibilities, and the consequences of her powers. Her journey reflects broader themes of growth and self-discovery.
Cultural Reception
Rainmaker has been well-received by fans for her strong character development and representation, particularly as a queer character in comics.
Character Details
Real Name:
Katherine 'Kat' Kwan
First Appearance:
Deathmate Black
Affiliations:
Gen13, Team 7
Abilities:
Weather manipulation, Hydrokinesis, Flight