Alani Ryan

Alani Ryan, also known as Loa, is a mutant and a student at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters.

Origin
Born in Maui, Hawaii, of mixed Native Hawaiian and Caucasian ancestry, Alani Ryan quickly developed a talent for surfing. One day whilst surfing, she and her father wound up in the middle of an ambush by the villain Great White and a pack of trained sharks as he laid claim to the area. Alani's mutant ability activated and killed some of the sharks. In the nick of time, Namor arrived and saved the day by defeating Great White.

Following these events, Alani was sent to the Xavier Institute to train in the use of her powers.

Powers
Loa's body is covered in several red tattoo markings that appeared when she first used her mutant powers. Their function is unknown.

Molecular Distortion: Loa possesses the ability to move through solid matter by disabling binding forces. This causes the matter that she passes through to crumble or break down as she passes through it.

Abilities

 * Skilled Surfer

Equipment
Atlantean Amulet: Loa possesses an ancient amulet that was blessed by the Kings of Atlantis. The amulet was originally given to Betty Dean by Prince Namor, but after they broke up, Dean gave the amulet to her best friend, Alice Terrel, who gave the amulet to her granddaughter, Loa. The amulet grants Loa various powers, including:
 * Amphibious Physiology: The amulet appears to change Loa's body to be developed for underwater conditions, such as compensating for pressure and temperature changes. Additionally, Loa's vision seems to enhance, enabling her to penetrate the ocean's depths and see through murky waters.
 * Aquatic Respiration: Loa can breathe indefinitely underwater while wearing the amulet.