Glossary:Metagene
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Metagene
A metagene is a unit of heredity found in living human organisms. It defines whether or not an individual has the potential to develop superhuman powers. Not all superhuman beings possess a metagene however. Many heroes and villains derive their powers through cultural heritage or acts of fate. Those who have developed powers from the gene are known as metahumans. A metagene is the DC equivalent to the Marvel Comics mutagenic x-factor. The metagene was first discovered by the super-scientist Dominators during Invasion! in Invasion! #1 by Keith Giffen.
(See Also: Metahuman)
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