Atom Smasher

Atom Smasher appeared in Infinity Inc #1 when he was trying to join the JSA. Turned down and with the help of other JSA members he became a semi leader of Infinity Inc. During this time his alias was Nuklon. The Infinity Inc series ended after issue 25 but he wouldn't be lost in time, as Nuklon, Jade, Obsidian, Dr.Fate, and Fury all moved into the "Earth Prime" universe.

When as Nuklon in his first attempt to join the JSA he only knew he had the power of super strength like his god father the Atom. During the Infinitors first adventure (while facing down the JSA affected by the stream of ruthlesness) Al is seamingly killed when the "ruthless" Atom throws a cyclotron at him. It is revealed afterward that his molecular structure reduced it density and allowed the cyclotron to pass through him. It is after this point that he learns he can also increase his size (from his already formidable 7'6") and increase and decrease his molecular density. With the size increases his strength also increases. His molecular density abilities effectively allow him to become impervious or pass through solid objects.

During the early 90's Nuklon appeared in the run of Justice League America. Nuklon was displayed in two sense. A very religious Jewish man as he turned down dating fire. The most notable role was when his best friend Obsidian (Todd Rice) told him that he was gay and that he loved him. Albert didn't know what to do until the girl he was courting Ice Maiden turned out to be a bisexual; Albert would soon accept Obsidian for himself.

When the JLA went back to it's origins in 95 Nuklon disappeared until the 96 restart of the Justice Society of America. Nuklon replaced his name with Atom Smasher and put on the costume we are most familiar with in modern times. The JSA slowly began to push fellow hero Stargirl to him as potential love interest.

Black Reign then happened. Atom Smasher was soon wondering the aspects of what truly makes a hero. Black Adam went to him to ask him to join and help. Atom Smasher accepted. Black Adam's group which included fellow Infinity Inc members Northwind, and Brainwave with Nemesis and Alex who now controlled the demon Eclipso gained control of Khandaq. After a brief fight with the JSA, Hawkman allows Black Adam to keep it; as long as they don't attempt to take over anything else.

The next Atom Smasher series was in the battle for the past. Albert goes back in time and is in charged with getting the original Atom back. After a fight in the streets he manages to do so as there are two Sandman's, Star people, Mr Terrific, and Atoms they go to fight Per Degaton and win.

The last major event was the Black Vengeance. In it the group that originally helped free Khandaq is beaten by the now free Eclipso, and the host less Spectre. Atom Smasher grows to the height of the Spectre and fights before giving himself to Spectre as a trade that Spectre would leave the land. Spectre then pushes his hand through Atom Smasher and grabs his heart killing him.

Black Adam would not let this happen and ran to his side saying. "Shazam" the thunder bolt came down upon him and he came back to life. Atom Smasher was then brought back to serve his time in Belle Reve prison.

In 52 Atom Smasher first appearance is Amanda Waller telling him to form a team. This goes badly as Osiris rips Persuader in half and then panics. Atom Smasher then joins the fight against Black Adam. Though he does take a few good hit it appears that the hand that saves Black Adam is indeed Atom Smasher.

In Black Adam: The Dark Age mini series Atom Smasher is seen attempting to find Black Adam. Albert somehow has in his possession the ring finger of Isis. Albert meets in a restaurant and gives back the finger keeping the ring. Later one during a fight Black Adam get back the wedding ring.

In Countdown 35 Atom Smasher is shown working with the JSA though it may have been an oversight his name is clearly seen pointing to him being back on the JSA.

Powers

Atom Smasher has super strength. The power to grow (which further increases his strength). He also has the ability to increase and decrease his molecular density. Albert is also a skill pilot and was the pilot for Infinity Inc and has piloted the JSA ships before. Albert works as a Mechanic and has leadership capabilities. Albert is said to be able to grow to fifty feet but has been shown many times higher then fifty feet without any damage being done to him.

Justice League Unlimited

Atom Smasher makes several appearances in the Justice League cartoon television series as a member of the expanded Justice League.

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