What were Poseidon's powers?

Answer 1

Poseidon has the power over all water, he can move it at will. He can create storms and have control over ocean currents. Also with his Trident he can create energy blasts. He controls all storms except tornado's those are performed by the storm godhttp://wiki.answers.com/wiki/Aeolus, but since Poseidon is the god of water and water is in the clouds he controls that.

Poseidon was god of the sea and earthquakes, when he struck sea, huge waves rose. When he struck the ground with his trident, the earth trembled and split open. He could also cause earthquakes.

He was the god of the sea and of earthquakes in Greek mythology. He used a trident, and invented horses. He was the son of Cronus and one of the three most powerful gods next to Zeus and Hades, for specific powers.What he could do with his trident because it was his was his implement of power and he could cause anything to do with the sea: tsunamis, storms, and he could also shake the earth as a result of him being the god of earthquakes too. Also it would always return to him.

When he struck the ground with his trident, the earth trembled and split open. When he struck the sea, waves rose mountain high and the winds howled, wrecking ships and drowning those who lived on shore. When he was in a calm mood, he would stretch out his hand and still the sea and raise new lands out of the water.

Answer 2

Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, had powers that included the ability to control and manipulate the seas, create storms, earthquakes, and floods, as well as communicate with and command sea creatures. He was also known for his capability to grant safe passage to sailors and protect those who worshipped him.