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| Show FAQ | What was the source of Birdman's power?
Ultimately, the sun. On at least one occasion he was able to draw power from a comet, and on another from special solar energy batteries. Once, he thanked "the Great Spirit Ra" for his powers, strongly implying that they were conferred upon him by an external entity. Ra is the name given by the ancient Egyptians to the god they believed had power over the sun, or embodied the sun's essence.
| What powers did Birdman have?
The short answer seems to be: whatever powers the writers needed him to have. This was a common trope for powerful comic type characters of this era. The powers he used the most were flight (every episode), a solar blast (every episode) and a solar shield that blocked attacks (many episodes). He also occasionally generated heat beams and dazzling flashes, and once used his solar blast as a rocket to propel himself skyward through a metal dome and a considerable depth of ocean water. He also had a large, purple eagle named Avenger that served as a sidekick, could understand simple instructions, and on more than one occasion helped a de-powered Birdman out of a tight spot.
| What powers did the Galaxy Trio have?
Meteor Man could expand any part of his body to any size he wanted. He was also very tough and very strong. Gravity Girl could fly, and could direct beams of energy that altered the effect of gravity on solids, usually making them much lighter. Finally, Vapor Man could transform himself into Vapor and could project any vapor or gas from his body, including some with corrosive, fire, or freezing properties. In "The Cavemen of Primevia" viewers learned that all those from Vapor Man's home world of Vaporus had these abilities, although some (like Vapor Man) were far more capable than others.
| How is "Harvey Birdman, Attorney at Law" related to this show?
The best way to answer this question is to view that show's summary and details (see Similar Shows), but the short answer is: years after hanging up his cape, Birdman (whose name is revealed as Harvey Birdman) has passed the bar and now defends other toons in legal proceedings. Other characters from the show, such as Mentok and Reducto, occasionally appear as opposing counsel. Harvey Birdman is most appropriately described as a loving spoof the cartoon shows of the 60s.
| Where else do I know those voices from?
Of course, clicking on the actor's link is the best way to get his full credits. But Vapor Man may sound familiar because he was voiced by Don Messick, who lent his voice to *a lot* of characters, the best known probably being Jonny Quest (1964)'s father Benton. Vic Perrin, who had a long career in voice work and in front of the camera, lent his voice to several villains. Henry Corden, who took over as Fred Flintstone following Alan Reed's 1977 passing, also provided some villains with their signature sound. And gravel-voiced Meteor Man? That's Ted Cassidy, perhaps best known as The Addams Family (1964)'s long suffering butler Lurch. Star Trek fans know him as the voice of the alien captain Balok, and as the android Ruk.
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