Xatomin

Xatomin is a fictional element appearing in the comic book series The Tick. It is a highly unstable and radioactive substance that possesses unusual properties. The primary characteristic of Xatomin is its ability to cause rapid and uncontrolled growth in organic matter, often leading to monstrous transformations. This effect is usually depicted as a green, glowing ooze or vapor that emanates from Xatomin.

In the narrative of The Tick, Xatomin is frequently the cause of supervillain schemes. Characters like The Brain have attempted to weaponize Xatomin, using its growth-inducing properties for destructive purposes. The Tick himself has often encountered Xatomin-related threats, frequently battling villains who have been mutated or empowered by the substance. The element is portrayed as extremely dangerous, with exposure often resulting in unpredictable and chaotic outcomes. Its fictional origin and properties are designed to serve the comedic and absurd nature of The Tick universe, providing a convenient plot device for fantastical scenarios. The exact scientific underpinnings of Xatomin are not explained, as the comic operates on a level of exaggerated science fiction.