I've really been wanting to find an apocalypse rp so I'll be keeping my eye on this. So far any concerns or ideas I may have had have already been brought up by others, but if I think of something else I'll be sure to post it.
Being a cross between a Martian and a Bgztlian, H'ron inherited abilities that both species had. Gaining the ability to become intangible and phase through objects like both species the combination of his genes gives him greater control of the ability able to perform partial phases as well as phase multiple people through contact. Due to his Martian ancestry he is able to shape-shift by controlling his body on a molecular level and manipulate his form into nearly any construct he desires, even forming clothing and weapons with non-functioning parts. He can also use this ability to become rather malleable and even stretch himself to certain limits.
However, due to the cross he lost several abilities that Martians were able to perform and many other abilities were weakened. Unlike his Martian ancestors H'ron cannot become invisible, he does not have the amazing regenerative capabilities (although he can go into a meditative state to perform some minor regenerative capabilities, but he is unable to act otherwise while in this state), nor can he fly. The limits of his strength, stamina and durability were significantly diminished as well, as his predecessors were on Superman level capabilities, H'ron's abilities are no where near those levels though he is stronger than most normal humans. He has learned, however, that he can increase those levels through training but can still not reach those Superman levels.
The Martian's enhanced senses are another thing that H'ron seems to be lacking, as his vision and hearing are on par with humans with perfect vision and hearing. He is also unable to perform the extrasensory input that many Martians were able to that gave them what other perceived as precognitive abilities. He has found that shifting into certain animals and beasts can counter this downfall but he must remain in that form to gain the effects of those innate abilities belonging to them.
Perhaps the biggest loss of the crossbreeding was the loss of any and all mental abilities. H'ron is unable to perform many of the feats Martians were able to such as telekinesis, telepathy(including telepathic relay and telepathic assault), creating illusions, mind control, and thought sensing.
Weaknesses - H'ron has the innate fear of fire that all Martians have. He can do better than most with small flames such as a candle or match, but anything larger and his 'Fight or Flight' reflexes kick into overdrive forcing him to get as far away from the flame as possible. If the flame is large enough and spreads quick enough before he can react the fear of the flames can render him useless even putting him into a catatonic state.
It also seems that due to his lack of mental abilities he is more susceptible to mental attacks, such as mind control, possession, and telepathic assault. He has yet to be the target of any of them, but he tries to constantly be on guard for any such attacks.
Appearance -
Brief Bio - H'ron grew up like any other Bgztlian, until at a young age his Martian abilities began to develop. Unable to keep it hidden from his parents for very long it was H'ron's Father that taught him everything he would need to know about his shape-shifting abilities, and any other powers that manifested. He never asked his father why they were the only ones that could do the thing they were able to, but he trusted his father enough not to tell anyone about it when asked. This went on for most of H'ron's life as abilities manifested, or rather a lack of abilities that his Father expected never manifested, until he was 20. Afterwards he dedicated his time to training and joining the Science Police, until he learned of what had happened to the Legion at the hand of Brainiac 5. Since he learned of that he has made his way to Earth to join the Legion.
Notes - The only outward proof of his mixed ancestry are his bright red eyes.
---STATS---
Go ahead and begin with Level 1 stats, we'll up stats later for those using inspired or cannon characters.
IQ - 3 Strength - 4 Speed - 4 Attack - 2 Defense - 3 Health - 13
Being a cross between a Martian and a Bgztlian, H'ron inherited abilities that both species had. Gaining the ability to become intangible and phase through objects like both species the combination of his genes gives him greater control of the ability able to perform partial phases as well as phase multiple people through contact. Due to his Martian ancestry he is able to shape-shift by controlling his body on a molecular level and manipulate his form into nearly any construct he desires, even forming clothing and weapons with non-functioning parts. He can also use this ability to become rather malleable and even stretch himself to certain limits.
However, due to the cross he lost several abilities that Martians were able to perform and many other abilities were weakened. Unlike his Martian ancestors H'ron cannot become invisible, he does not have the amazing regenerative capabilities (although he can go into a meditative state to perform some minor regenerative capabilities, but he is unable to act otherwise while in this state), nor can he fly. The limits of his strength, stamina and durability were significantly diminished as well, as his predecessors were on Superman level capabilities, H'ron's abilities are no where near those levels though he is stronger than most normal humans. He has learned, however, that he can increase those levels through training but can still not reach those Superman levels.
The Martian's enhanced senses are another thing that H'ron seems to be lacking, as his vision and hearing are on par with humans with perfect vision and hearing. He is also unable to perform the extrasensory input that many Martians were able to that gave them what other perceived as precognitive abilities. He has found that shifting into certain animals and beasts can counter this downfall but he must remain in that form to gain the effects of those innate abilities belonging to them.
Perhaps the biggest loss of the crossbreeding was the loss of any and all mental abilities. H'ron is unable to perform many of the feats Martians were able to such as telekinesis, telepathy(including telepathic relay and telepathic assault), creating illusions, mind control, and thought sensing.
Weaknesses - H'ron has the innate fear of fire that all Martians have. He can do better than most with small flames such as a candle or match, but anything larger and his 'Fight or Flight' reflexes kick into overdrive forcing him to get as far away from the flame as possible. If the flame is large enough and spreads quick enough before he can react the fear of the flames can render him useless even putting him into a catatonic state.
It also seems that due to his lack of mental abilities he is more susceptible to mental attacks, such as mind control, possession, and telepathic assault. He has yet to be the target of any of them, but he tries to constantly be on guard for any such attacks.
Appearance -
Brief Bio -
Notes - The only outward proof of his mixed ancestry are his bright red eyes.
---STATS---
Go ahead and begin with Level 1 stats, we'll up stats later for those using inspired or cannon characters.
IQ - 3 Strength - 4 Speed - 4 Attack - 2 Defense - 3 Health - 13
From what I can gather here you're wanting to make a character that is both Raven and Trigon all rolled up into one. Although with the current line up of heroes, even with a team, Surd is just completely overpowering in my mind.
In his avatar form of an old man he has fire breath, smoke breath, the ability to regenerate by channeling energy from open flames, can sense open flames, can temporarily summon Surd's powers through chants and rituals and can transform into Surd by channeling the sun's energy. Not to bad as power sets go. And then there's Surd. Fire breath, smoke breath, super-strength, the ability to set things aflame by touch, ability to regenerate by channeling sunlight, he has a large flaming sword, skin as hard as obsidian and as durable as thick leather, a super-heated body that can evaporate liquids and melt solids upon contact (going back to that setting things aflame power), and can grant free thought to open flames. Oh, also he's 20 feet tall.
His weaknesses as Surd are shade(?) and only Gods and Demi-God can stand toe-to-toe with Surd. And I'm assuming that as the avatar he has normal human weaknesses that can be healed by channeling the energy from open flames.
Right now we have no real heavy hitters anymore that could stand up against Surd, even as part of a team. I would suggest limiting the powers some. In the avatar form I would limit his powers to smoke breath, the ability to regenerate by channeling energy from open flames at the cost of extinguishing the flame, the ability to sense open flames and the ability to temporarily summon Surd's powers or transform into Surd through chants and rituals. The chants would grant him the powers of Surd for a short period of time, maybe only a few minutes at a time, while the rituals would take time to prepare and perform so they would give the avatar Surd's powers for longer times. Each power would also have a different chant or ritual to perform.
As for Surd, I would let you keep fire breath and smoke breath. Super-strength you can keep, maybe expand on it some and give him some limits to how much he can lift, and his durability he can keep, maybe compare what level of durability your wanting to an already established comic character just for easier reference. The ability to set things aflame by touch is the biggest thing I have problems with, because if I could do that and I got into a fight I would do nothing else so no one could touch me, as a compromise I would suggest limiting this power to the sword only. The granting free thought to open flames is something else I could see becoming a problem if every flame in the city suddenly is given life, maybe just limit how many flames he could give free thought to or how large a radius around him that he can control the flames.
Another thing I would do is limit his height depending on how Surd took form. If he takes from through the power of a ritual performed by the avatar then limit his height to something between 10 and 15 feet, he would have his powers but be confined to a smaller body for the duration of the ritual. If he takes a more permanent form from like an amulet of some kind he becomes his true self, between 20 and 25 feet tall, with all his powers until the amulet is removed and he returns to his avatar form.
This way you can add more to your weaknesses while still keeping him as one of the stronger characters in the RP, this way will also cut down on some of the more op power sets while still letting your character retain them in some form. You could also add in some storylines where the avatar is searching for an amulet or some kind of powerful object to manifest Surd in his full power. By then we may have some more heavy hitters to make it more of a fair fight as well.
I was planning on making my character a member of Blackwatch, but I have an idea in mind I'd like to run by you. I'll pm it to you in a bit when I have more time.