Makoto, forged as a HYDRA test subject within the Emerald Rain Project, underwent genetic engineering to perceive the Avengers as villains. His wind manipulation abilities, codenamed Aerial Acts, enable flight (Type 8), tornado generation (Type 11), projectile deflection, and sensory enhancement. After escaping HYDRA’s control with allies Adi and Chloe, he sought sanctuary with the Avengers, joining their Future Avengers initiative for training. The Emerald Rain Project, tied to Kang the Conqueror’s pursuit of Vibranium-infused Emerald Crystals, placed Makoto at the center of interdimensional conflicts. Genetic modifications granted him Emerald Power, allowing energy absorption, temporary power mimicry, and sealing abilities via the Ebony Blade. Stark’s VISCO technology augmented his combat prowess with adaptive suits and AI support. Impulsive yet fiercely loyal, Makoto’s dedication to justice often sparked clashes with allies over strategy, particularly with Tony Stark, though mutual respect anchored their dynamic. His bond with Bruno, a fellow HYDRA survivor manipulated into the Masters of Evil, drove efforts to redeem him. Their alliance culminated in a joint "Emerald Explosion" to defeat Morgan Le Fay. During the Terrigen Mist crisis, Makoto mediated tensions between humans and Inhumans, pacifying affected individuals and negotiating with Attilan’s royals despite Maximus’s interference. His abilities evolved to include hypersonic speed and refined wind-based restraints, though overuse risked power depletion and physical strain. Key arcs traced his transformation from manipulated asset to strategic hero, outmaneuvering foes like Deadpool and Loki. Wielding the Ebony Blade—reserved for the worthy—underscored his innate heroism, solidifying his role in thwarting Kang and the Masters of Evil’s multiversal schemes.