I think Fate is just so no one goes "I win every time always because I'm awesome" while RPing. If you know how to have a character struggle and fail, or respect it if the GM says "That doesn't work" then it isn't needed. I can understand if the GM wants to use Fate for that assurance that no one decides to be an unstoppable mary sue, because at least that way they can't claim the GM is specifically being mean to them if there's a system in play that has objective rules.
Powers: A degree of super strength (max carry weight 100~ tons), superhuman durability (can shrug off most things short of anti-tank ordnance), superhuman speed (top speed 85/mph at a full sprint), extensive knowledge and training in CQC and firearms, night-vision and thermal-vision.
Weaknesses: Metallic skeleton (Conductive, has a melting point of around 870 degrees Fahrenheit, can be affected by strong enough magnets), his tendency to help others without thinking can land him in trouble.
Background Hero: Dove
Former Team Affiliation: Justice League of America (JLA)
Appearance: Male, Caucasian, 6'4", 368 lbs. (see; metallic skeleton), athletic build, dark brown hair, soft features, bright green eyes. He typically wears military fatigues with the JL's insignia replacing where a nation's flag traditionally is. His 'skin' looks normal enough, however has an almost rubbery texture. His palms, elbows, knees, chest, and knuckles all have exposed metal plates that are grafted to his skin. His eyes faintly glow in dark environments. When deployed, he wears a simple expressionless facemask (think a hockey mask, except made out of metal), a ballistic helmet (coloration depends on the environment), and a plate carrier.
Potential Storylines: In his current state, he isn't sure if he can be called human anymore, and learning to deal with that existential crisis. He struggles with how he's killed multiple people, and despite his ability to commit extreme violence, the chemicals he's been pumped full of to theoretically reduce his empathy, and knowledge that in some cases drastic action is necessary, he still struggles to sleep at night. He's open to friendly debate, and any character who'd engage with him could lead to a friendship, rivalry, or depending on the character, conflict.
BRIEF Bio: A US Marine who got roped into a super soldier project, but when funding was cut he was left as someone who couldn't exactly return to a civilian life covertly. So, when he overhead that the plug was being pulled he figured that unless he did something, he was about to quietly disappear. So he figured his best shot was to get out a fast as he could, no matter who he had to go through. Two hours, the corpses of a couple dozen soldiers, and an incident involving a gunship later, Hawk and Dove met him just before his rampage got close to the civilian center he had unknowingly been making his way towards. After a brief fight, a long discussion, and a threat to get the JLA's higher-ups involved, a deal was struck. Gabriel Cassidy was officially dead, and he got to disappear, so long as he kept quiet about the classified projects. However, his sense of duty got him involved helping the police against a group of heavily armed robbers in Louisiana. A few more similar incidents later, he was approached by Dove, this time with an offer to join the JLA. He took up the name "Dreadnaught", as he appears to be a seemingly unstoppable wall of cybernetics and fury when he was in a fight.
Notes: As much as he will avoid outright killing people, if someone he cares about is mortally threatened or someone is blatantly, irredeemably evil, all of that "the ends don't justify the means" and "due process" goes out the window for him unless someone's there to stop him.
Hey, you still doing this? Because it seems interesting. My only question is... why is meant by Background Hero? Is that supposed to be a hero who's influenced the character in the past? A mentor? The person who vouched for you?
Edit: NVM, I'm just an idiot who can't read apparently. Character sheet will be up soon.
The man turned, meeting Vincent's gaze. "... I'm just gonna assume you heard the conversation I just had with my friend there." The man said, clearly too tired for this. "They're callin' it felony vandalism. They're askin' me to fork over ten grand for them to drop the charges, otherwise my boy gets sent to prison. Which could be fifty grand in fines, and up to three years in prison. Not to mention the fact that he'd be a felon. All over some paint that he put on an empty billboard." He then pauses for a moment, as if realizing that he's talking to a complete stranger. "I'm sorry but... who are ya'? And more importantly, why do ya' ask?" He said, while he walked behind the counter, and passed a page from his notepad back through a window that led into the kitchen.
Meanwhile, the older man simply raised an eyebrow as he listened, turning his head so he could see this stranger. He seemed to be sizing up Vincent while he quietly sipped his coffee.
The working man quietly picked up another of the laminated menus and walked over to the table that his new customer had seated herself at. He walked out from behind the counter in a slower fashion, like someone who's making an active effort to stay upright. Regardless of his exhaustion, he simply walked out to meet this new guest in his establishment.
He simply slid it across the table to her. His voice carried his exhaustion as he spoke, though he still had that customer service smile. "How can I help you, ma'am?" He asked, as he pulled out his notepad and pencil. He then took a moment as he noticed her outfit, as the style seemed to remind him of something. He quickly shook it off, however, and quickly redirected his gaze from the woman, back to his notepad as he tried his best not to accidentally stare.
When I drop a potential mission in front of you, it's entirely optional. It's just my way of pointing out what I have immediately ready for this area. I am beyond willing to roll with almost any idea you all can come up with, and help to steer this in any direction.
Just note that if you help people in need, they'll generally find a way to help you in turn, even if that help doesn't come immediately.
Your actions have consequences. For better and for worse.
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