Skrye

Skrye is a fictional element appearing in DC Comics, most notably associated with the character Metamorpho. First introduced in The Brave and the Bold #75 in 1967, Skrye is depicted as a rare and unstable radioactive isotope. Its discovery is often attributed to the adventurer Rex Mason, who would later become Metamorpho. The element is characterized by its highly volatile nature and its ability to induce extreme, unpredictable molecular transformations in organic matter.

Exposure to Skrye is the direct cause of Metamorpho's unique abilities. When Rex Mason was exposed to a radioactive meteorite containing Skrye, his body was permanently altered, granting him the power to shapeshift into any element or compound. This transformation, however, is not without its drawbacks, as Metamorpho constantly struggles with his altered form and the instability of the Skrye within him.

The exact scientific properties of Skrye are largely undefined within the comic book continuity, serving primarily as a plot device to explain Metamorpho's powers and origin. It is often portrayed as a dangerous substance that requires careful handling, and its presence has led to various conflicts and adventures for Metamorpho and his allies. While the element itself is fictional, its narrative function is crucial to understanding the character of Metamorpho and his place within the DC Universe.