Powers and Abilities
Uses some audio tapes and a series of amplifiers to broadcast the noises of various insect species, which can incapacitate others or damage materials.
Starting in his Deadpool appearance, he began to demonstrate the ability to communicate with insects.
Following Heroes for Hire #9, Humbug received a massive increase in his powers, as well as an exo-suit. He has demonstrated superhuman strength, speed, agility, senses, and the ability to communicate with any insectoid in the world and possibly beyond Earth.
When the Black Cat destroyed his helmet, it was revealed that his skin had taken on an insect-like appearance.
However, it was revealed that the suit itself was infested with insects from Earth's hive when the helmet sprouted legs. The bug helmet also displayed its ability to fire a laser beam, suggesting that most of Humbug's new abilities were from the exo-suit or the bugs within it.
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