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Creation & Design

Surge was created by Nunzio DeFilippis and Christina Z. as part of the New Mutants revival in the early 2000s, representing a new generation of mutants.

Early Years

Noriko Ashida was introduced as a mutant with the ability to generate and control electricity. She struggled with her powers and her identity as a mutant, leading her to join the New Mutants.

Character Development

Throughout her journey, Surge has evolved from a troubled young mutant into a confident member of the X-Men, grappling with her powers and her place in the world.

Cultural Reception

Surge has been well-received as a character representing Asian-American mutants, contributing to the diversity of the X-Men universe.

Character Details

Real Name:
Noriko Ashida
First Appearance:
New Mutants #8
Aliases:
Surge
Species:
Mutant
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
X-Men, New Mutants
Abilities:
Electrokinesis, Enhanced Agility, Superhuman Reflexes
Weight:
100lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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New Mutants #8
Marvel ⋅ 2004
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New Mutants #8
 
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Key Facts

1st appearance of Surge, a mutant with electricity powers

New X-Men: Academy X #23
Marvel ⋅ 2006
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New X-Men: Academy X #23
 
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1st appearance of Gentle, a mutant from Wakanda

1st team appearance of a new, New X-Men roster: X-23, Dust, Mercury, Rockslide, Surge, Hellion, Elixir

Cover art inspired by Uncanny X-Men #171 (1983)

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