The Vortex Blaster

The Vortex Blaster is a science fiction novella by American author E. E. 'Doc' Smith. It was first published in 1930. The novella is part of E.E. 'Doc' Smith's classic Lensman series.

Uncontrolled, terribly violent Atomic Vortices are slowly destroying civilization on every human planet throughout the galaxy.

Nothing can contain or stop them despite the lensmen's best efforts until one destroys the home and family of 'Storm' Cloud, the brilliant atomic physicist.

The tragedy triggers actions on his part that pit him one-on-one against the horrible vortices. Introducing 'Storm' Cloud as The Vortex Blaster.