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Name:
Ivan Barrett
Alias:
Vanguard
Age:
33
Alignment:
Hero
Powers/Abilities:
Diamond Body
Ivan can transform and cover any part of himself and anything he touches to take on the properties of a seemingly unbreakable crystalline material. The unique crystalline structure renders it near-immutable by any known forces, both chemical and physical. His body is still flexible like normal while crystalline, allowing for his full range of movement. Even other living creatures can be transmuted into crystal statues, rendering them incapable of movement.
Increased physical capabilities
Increased strength and durability. Even a faster regeneration speed (not a true healing factor, but he'll be up and back in action quicker than most people.)
Combat training
Ivan has learned a few martial arts, particularly in hand-to-hand combat, as well as firearms training.
Weaknesses:
-Outside of his crystalline form, he is not nearly as strong or durable, though is still strong enough to handle any normal human.
-While in crystalline form, his sense of touch dulls, though he can still feel pain if dealt a significant enough blow.
-Attempting to transform and maintain the crystalline property on things other than himself drains him of his stamina. And the larger the target, the faster the drain. This is especially taxing on his body when using it on other living creatures, especially if they resist it. Furthermore, on living creatures, this ability requires continuous direct touch, making even a small amount of distance render it unusable.
-While he is far stronger than any normal human, his specialty is his durability. He can still be outclassed in pure strength, which he uses martial arts in an attempt to make up for.
-Should he tire himself out, he will be unable to maintain his transformation.
Personality:
Ivan is very much a "no-nonsense" kind of person. He is very down to earth in his approach to any situation, and doesn't tolerate breaking the rules for any reason. That being said, he is not above bending said rules if it means helping others during a time of need. If anything, he is usually first to volunteer his aid, and is always in in the lead when a confrontation arises. He also won't hesitate to throw himself in front of another in an effort to protect them.
Background:
Ivan grew up in a normal middle-class household. He developed his strong sense of justice from his parents who taught him to not look away from trouble and take the necessary steps to solve it. At first, he only tried to report these incidents to the proper authorities, but they often led to nothing being resolved. This made Ivan take matters into his own hands, often getting himself into trouble whenever he engaged in fights and whatnot. In one incident, there was a superpowered child bullying another normal person with his abilities, and Ivan was there to defend the victim. This was also when Ivan's own abilities emerged, and his newfound powers allowed him to triumph over the other. Still, they both got in trouble for disrupting the peace and creating chaos that even the teachers couldn't handle. Fortunately, his parents trusted him and took his side, though they did also emphasize the importance of having the wisdom to know how and when to wield such power. This made him resolve to become a cop, intent on enforcing the law.
His excellent physical abilities and unique ability made him a shoo-in to enter the force, and he was eager to enforce justice. As time passed, though, he was often called to handle superpowered cases, which meant he saw sights and fought individuals that were not for the faint of heart. His heart hardened at the thought of people using their abilities for such atrocities, and he did his best in every confrontation he found himself in. As time passed, he was eventually promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. He continues serving in the force to this day.
Affiliations:
Nova City Police Department (N.C.P.D)
Motivations:
-Protecting others.
Relationships:
-N/A
Base of Operations:
Nova City Police Department (N.A.P.D)
Home in Nova City
Signature Gear:
-Custom-made plated suit worn underneath normal clothing, designed to be extra durable.
-Riot shield (has a slit near the top to allow for vision). Carried solely to protect those behind him.
Public Perception:
At first impression, Ivan is rather curt and serious. He answers with short replies, and most only see the glare on his face. However, he is a well-loved and respected officer in the force due to his tendency to aid the other employees in the police department.
Combat Style:
Ivan will often be the first to take the initiative, aiming to subdue whoever is causing trouble by rushing in, relying on his durability to shrug off anything thrown at him, and beating them down in close quarters. He is also aware of his weaknesses as a close-range fighter and will do whatever he can to mitigate them (e.g. relying on his firearms, throwing whatever is on hand, etc.)