Cipher's powers in Gen V are not fully revealed yet, but there are several clues and theories. He appears to have superhuman durability or pain resistance, as shown when he stabs himself without reacting in pain. There are theories his powers might include the ability to "decipher" or predict situations with extreme accuracy, effectively giving him precognition or the ability to figure out outcomes before they happen. Another theory suggests he can replicate or copy other supes' powers. His powers remain mostly mysterious and tied to his secretive nature and connections to Project Odessa and other characters like Marie Moreau. Cipher also teaches a "hero enhancement seminar" focusing on honing strong powers, indicating confidence in his own ability set beyond ordinary powers. Summary of possibilities about Cipher's powers:
- Superhuman pain resistance or invulnerability
- Ability to predict or foresee situations accurately (precognition)
- Possibly copying or replicating other superpowers
- Connection to a secret vault and Project Odessa, hinting hidden abilities
Cipher's powers are thus shrouded in mystery, with a strong emphasis on pain tolerance and potential precognitive abilities teased in the show's current season 2 of Gen V.
If interested, I can also list the powers of other new supes introduced in Gen V season 2.
