[volume & issue needed] When Namor spent much time on the surface world allied with Doctor Doom, Krang once more seized control of Atlantis.

[volume & issue needed] Stealing the Trumpet Horn of Namor, he summoned the great beast Gargantus, to defeat the returning Namor, but it was soundly defeated by the Prince, while his ally, Dr. Doom, beat Krang within an inch of his life with a neuro-shock blade.

[volume & issue needed] Somewhat after altering his physiology through the technological means of Wundagore Mountain,[10] Krang has been recruited as a member of the Defenders.

[12] As an Atlantean, Krang possesses various adaptations that enable him to survive underwater, including gills, enhanced vision, and resistance to cold and pressure.

[13] Additionally, Krang is a skilled combatant and strategist, and wields various Atlantean technology, including an electric sword and gauntlets.

[15] This version is a member of Doctor Doom's Masters of Evil and a cousin of Byrrah who took part in Attuma's coup against Namor.

If the player fails to create medicine for Namor, Krang will take over Atlantis and lead them in stealing nuclear weapons to wage war against the surface.