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:TRACER
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: BIOGRAPHICAL DATA
/ / Real Name	John Upshaw
/ / Known Aliases	The Master of Momentum, The Ace of Spades, ਕਧਰ ਦੇ ਬੂਸਟਰ, Liam Bardolph, Леонид Демикхов, Сергей Михайлов
/ / Gender	Male
/ / Species	Metahuman
/ / Ethnicity	Italian-English
/ / Place of Birth	San Diego, CA
/ / Current Location	Millennium City, MI
/ / Relatives	Living: Jane Upshaw (mother) Deceased: Nathaniel Upshaw† (father)

: DESCRIPTION
/ / Age	38
/ / Height	6 ft. 2 in./1.87 m
/ / Weight	220 lbs./99.7 kg.
/ / Eyes	Blue
/ / Hair	Brown
/ / Complexion	Fair
/ / Build	Mesometric
/ / Notable Features	Sleeve tattoos on both arms; tattoo on back of left calf; moderate scarring across back; small scar on lower lip; GSW scar in right shoulder

: LEGAL STATUS
/ / Identity	Public
/ / Citizenship	American
/ / Married	Married
/ / Occupation	ASPRA-Registered Hero
/ / Education	High School Diploma (SDHS)
/ / Years of Activity	2013 - Present
/ / Married	Married
/ / Notoriety	Global

: POWERS & ABILITIES

Vector Manipulation - Physical Fitness - Military Training - Crafty

: GEAR & EQUIPMENT

KRISIS - CALLOUS - Central Data Processor Unit - Flying Vs (x2)

: PHYSICAL ABILITIES
	Strength			Agility
	Endurance			Speed
	Durability			Reflexes
: MENTAL ABILITIES
	Intelligence			Psionics
	Willpower			Magic
	Charisma			Intuition
: COMBAT RATINGS
	Resistance			Combat
	Regeneration			Weapons
	Energy			Accuracy

: BIOGRAPHY

John was born in San Diego, California to Nathaniel and Jane Upshaw. His father was a mid-level narcotics distributor and, as such, was in and out of prison often, making it difficult for his mother to do little more than stay home and look after her son. At age six, John's parents divorced, though his mother kept his father’s surname up until his death when he was eleven, returning to her maiden surname of Lawrence. John was, naturally, torn up by this series of rather unfortunate events - as well as strongly turned off to narcotics - and went into a mild, bottled-up depression for a few years until high school when his hormones started to level out and he became more sociable.

On August 27th, 1996 (John's seventeenth birthday) he enlisted in the Marine Corps MOS of 0231 Intel Specialist. Three years through his contract with 1st Marine Division, 1st Intel, Counterintelligence/Human Intelligence Company (where he quickly excelled in his job), he picked up the rank of Corporal. He later on went through a screening in order to become a Marine Corps Raider based on high marks from a Chief Warrant Officer Hauberk. He excelled in the two years of training and later on became a top operator with 1st MSOB running multiple missions around the world that still remain highly classified to this day. He went on to be enlisted for a total of thirteen years when he decided to retire as a Gunnery Sergeant and took up work with the Defense Intelligence Agency.

In 2013, after four years worth of operations in the DIA, John led the security convoy for the American ambassador to China. Upon heading back to the embassy, his convoy was ambushed by a group of mercenaries. There were no casualties; however, upon further inspection, the head of their security detail was missing in-action. The mercenary in question had kidnapped John and returned him to their base of operations - a remote cell operating in Tibet. It was broadcast that terrorists had an American operative in captivity and planned to execute him on live television. He was there for four months, held for ransom and interrogated - to no avail. When they grew tired of a futile ransom attempt, they finally attempted to execute him. When the cameras went on and the gun pointed to his head, latent metahuman abilities came forth, allowing John to eliminate his captors. Fashioning a makeshift rescue beacon using their broadcasting technology, he was eventually rescued by SFF (Special Frontier Force) commandos, eventually transferred back into American hands.

Officially overqualified, John traded his career with the DIA for unemployment, immediately heading for the pinnacle of superhuman activity -- Millenium City, Michigan. He spent roughly a year here before receiving an opportunity to work with a team of DOD-sanctioned prior-military heroes known as Alpha Group. Alpha was on call for the next World War and would be one of the several American superteams to be deployed first. As such, John spent his tenure with Alpha Group training, attending ceremonies, and shows of force. He worked with them for three years until early 2017, he hit his twenty years of service to the nation and opted to retire to return to Millenium City.

: APPEARANCE

TO BE PUT IN LATER.

: PERSONALITY

On the surface, John is a charismatic man with simple tastes. An air of chivalry resides about him, materializing through simple acts. One can easily perceive him as a textbook gentleman. One might also learn soon enough that John is a master in the art of deceit, easily being able to pull lies from thin air and roll with them on the spot, as if they were rehearsed.

John is a reserved leader, as charismatic as he may be. He finds he can handle most situations solo, and doesn't necessarily need another person tagging along. He can be very happy alone, enjoying his own thoughts and ideas. As such, this classifies him as an introvert. In his experience, other people aren't always completely dependable, so he generally relies on himself and a few close others. Despite this sense of independence, though, he isn't a close-minded person who makes hasty judgements about others. He knows it isn't easy to walk in other people's shoes.

John's vision of the world is complex - his values aren't set in stone. Instead, he's able to change his beliefs based on new information. At times other people's feelings are puzzling to him, and he wishes that people were more rational. He finds it difficult to understand why some people get so emotional and tell everyone else their problems. His solid grounding in the practicalities of life, along with his self-assuredness and willingness to appreciate new things makes him a leader. He's in touch with what is going on around him and adept at remaining down-to-earth and logical.

Although he's detail-oriented, this doesn't mean that he loses the big picture. He tends to find beauty in form and efficiency, as opposed to finding it in broad-based, abstract concepts. Never one to pass on an adventure, he's consistently seeking and finding new things, even in his immediate surroundings. Because of this eagerness to pursue new experiences, he's learned a lot; his attention to detail means that he gains a great deal from his adventures.

The intellectual curiosity that drives him leads him to seek out causes of and reasons behind things. John's confidence gives him the potential to take his general awareness and channel it into leadership. He's not set on one way of doing things, and he often has the skills and persistence to find innovative ways of facing challenges. He is well-attuned to his talents, and can deal with most problems that he faces. He's not afraid to let his emotions guide him, and he's generally considerate of others' feelings as well.

: POWERS & ABILITIES

/ / Vector Manipulation John's abilities are a combination of kinetic and spatial manipulation, the potential of which limited by his understanding of the concept he's trying to manipulate. This essentially allows him to tweak the kinetic energy of an object in motion, allowing him to redirect it so long as the object itself already has some kinetic energy behind it. Likewise, if the object is at rest, he must impart some kinetic energy from his own body into the object to get it moving.

John's abilities work on both a micro and macro scale, allowing him to operate more surgically (i.e. curve a bullet, give himself tactile telekinesis, force choke, etc.) or a little larger (i.e. lift a bus, redirect wind currents, etc.)

This ability is limited by his understanding of a concept and his own energy reserves. If he's not given ample time to react or utilizes the aforementioned abilities for too long, he'll fail, risking hurting himself, or blacking out.

/ / Physical Fitness Despite having been honorably discharged from military service years ago, old habits die hard. John is the epitome of health and, arguably, in better shape than he was in the Marines twenty years ago.

/ / Military Training John is a twenty year veteran of the military, both with the United States Marine Corps' MARSOC/Raiders program as well as the Defense Intelligence Agency. As such, he has extended experience with weapons manipulation, as well as hand-to-hand combat. His mindset paired with new-found metahuman abilities also make him an expert with improvising weaponry.

/ / Crafty On top of his military training, John received advanced training in both tradecraft and fieldcraft, as well as some fairly advanced training in linguistics. John is fluent with English, Spanish, and French, conversational with Albanian, Serbian, Korean, and Mandarin, and recall remnants of Italian and Russian. One 'language' he also has a knack for is body language or 'the art of reading people'. Experience negotiating and interrogating has made him relatively efficient in detecting lies, though he would hardly call himself an expert.

: EQUIPMENT

/ / Kendrium-carbide Regor-graphene Integrated Skin-layer Isolation System Tracer's base suit; a set of Graphene and Regor Plastic-Composite Polymer full body tights with internal Kendrium and Carbide Alloy Mesh plates. The suit itself is rated for Level IIIA ballistics (.357, .44 Magnum) while the joints downgrade to Level II ballistics (9x19mm, .357) for increased mobility. The internal plates are rated at Level IV ballistics (.30-06 Armor-Piercing). The KRISIS suit also has internal atmosphere-regulation - allowing it to be worn in multiple environments without discomfort - regulated by an external Central Data Processor Unit on his chest.

/ / Computer Activated Low-Light Optics User System An upgrade to John's base model (which he typically leaves at home unless he's planning on facing larger threats), comprising of a full-body suit. These components are rated at Level IV+ ballistics (.50 BMG) and grant the following upgrades:

• Heads-Up Display
• Optical Enhancement Overlay
• Peripheral Radar System
• Vital Sensory System
• Tactile Sensory System
• Magnetic Locking System

/ / Central Data Processor Unit The external CPU located on his chest that processes atmosphere-regulation in KRISIS, as well as any and all CALLOUS upgrades.

/ / Flying vs (x2) Located on either side of his Central Data Processor Unit, these luminescent boomerangs detach from the unit, allowing them to be used as an extra projectile.

: LOCATIONS

/ / Tactical Operations Center To be added.

/ / The Upshaw Residence To be added.

: WEAKNESSES

/ / Only Human Aside from his exceptional fitness and determination, Carter Williams is ultimately a mortal man, and will succumb to the same trauma and ills that any other normal human would.

/ / Nerve Damage The ATHENA restores Carter’s full range of motor control, but his injuries’ other symptoms still manifest on occasion. These include numbness, tingling, tremors, sporadic pain, headache, and acute hearing loss in the right ear.

/ / Damage Threshold The plates of the ATHENA will eventually deform and deteriorate after taking heavy damage. Failing to replace damaged plates can result in weak spots in the armor, a limited range of motion, and a loss of balance due to uneven weight distribution.

/ / Heavyweight Because of his armor’s incredible weight, Captain Adamant must employ caution near deep water, unsound structures, and treacherous terrain. Such areas can immobilize or trap the Unbreakable Man, especially if his IRPs are non-functioning. He must also be diligent in controlling the armor’s momentum; Captain Adamant is dangerous to both enemies and allies while moving at high speed.

/ / Delicate Matters Operating delicate or intricate devices poses a challenge for Captain Adamant. Most computers’ keyboards would be pulverized without a level of focus on Carter’s part, and a sloppy handshake could become a journey to the emergency room. The hero considers it a small victory when he can enjoy coffee on-duty.

/ / Lightning Rod When subjected to a powerful enough current, Captain Adamant can become a hazard to those around him, as he becomes a carrier for that dangerous electricity. The armor reacts in a similar fashion to magnetic fields. A strong enough magnet could be used to immobilize or manipulate the Captain’s armor. Sufficient electromagnetic interaction can also damage the armor at the molecular level.

/ / Assembly Time Though the ATHENA assembly process has been refined since its prototype phase, the armor still requires precious minutes of automated service and diagnostics before Captain Adamant can be considered combat ready. Carter is vulnerable and immobilized during the procedure and any attempt to rush or tamper with the ATHENA’s assembly can affect Adamant's range of motion, balance, and armor integrity.

/ / Unbreakable Methods Carter can have difficulty adapting to the unpredictable and bizarre battlefield of metahumans because of his military background, and isn’t easily swayed from mission objectives. These qualities sometimes drive a wedge between Captain Adamant and his teammates. They also serve as weak points, about which cunning enemies can out-maneuver or manipulate Carter.

/ / Workaholic Carter’s dedication and need to preserve order can lead to long hours, both in and out of his armor. Despite great mental and physical endurance, when fatigue sets in, it threatens his focus on the battlefield and even aggravates his injuries.

: ALLIES

 : SUPERHEROES

/ / Lani Upshaw He was a boy, she was a girl. Can I make it any more obvious? John and Lani met at Sherrera's during John's first week here, and they've been together since. They married in February of 2016, and at the time of this entry, she is pregnant with their firstborn child - a boy. Lani works as a linguist for UNTIL, and their shared interest of culture and language helped spark their romance.

/ / Theodore Atlas AKA Peace Bringer A fellow Marine turned UNTIL posterboy, Theo and John's friendship is somewhat of a new one. While they differ on some aspects of the job, the two have grown very close in the past few months. John is even an honorary member of Theo's group 'The Order of Justice', probably thanks in-part to their friendship.

/ / Carter Williams AKA Captain Adamant Another fellow veteran hero, Carter hooked John up with a position on the prestiguous Protectors of the World, where his allegiance primarily lies. Carter is one of John's closest friends on the team, and John considers him the closest thing to a leader John's had in a while.

 : OPINIONS

LAY THEM ON ME.

 : ORGANIZATIONS

/ / Protectors of the World

/ / Defense Intelligence Agency

/ / United States Marine Corps

 : OPINIONS

 : OTHER

 : OPINIONS

: ENEMIES

ARGENT

/ / NAME Advanced Research Group Enterprises

/ / ABILITIES Genetics Science, Cybernetics, Mercenary Forces

/ / THREAT LEVEL DELTA

ARGENT is notorious for its crimes, including illegal scientific research, sponsoring goverment coups, and corporate espionage. It is perhaps more nefarious for its ability to dodge culpability in these crimes, using the letter of the law and media manipulation to stay solvent and profitable.

Captain Adamant has run afoul of ARGENT in their attempts to acquire illegal weapons technology, and varied attempts to steal the secrets of the ATHENA armor itself. He considers them a despicable organization who abuses their liberty to feed their hunger for power and wealth. Hopefully, one day, they will make a mistake that they can't lie their way out of.

SUSPECT

FROST INTERNATIONAL

/ / ABILITIES Cryonics Technology, Mercenary Forces

/ / THREAT LEVEL EPSILON

On its face, Frost International and its holdings seem innocuous, even benevolent. Its technology, based entirely on a proprietary freezing agent, has many applications. While it started as a "Life Extension" foundation, which aimed to preserve terminally ill or injured people until they could be revived and cured, one of its current endeavors involves weapons.

Naturally any new defense contractor on the market bears investigating, especially when their weapons are as potent as Frost Dynamics (a holding of Frost Int'l). Their weapons have already appeared on the black market, and in the hands of at least two terrorist organizations, and one assassin-for-hire.

SUSPECT

ICEASSIN

/ / NAME UNKNOWN

/ / ABILITIES Cryonic Weapons, Stealth, Martial Arts

/ / THREAT LEVEL DELTA

An assassin with a curious arsenal of freezing weapons, the so-called "Iceassin" is a new menace in the market of hired killers. He appears well-trained in military tactics and martial arts, and complements these skills with ice projectile weapons, and two gauntlets that can generate cold at a touch.

Captain Adamant fought and captured the Iceassin during one of his more public assassination attempts, though the killer nearly defeated him. The Iceassin is currently under investigation and in PRIMUS custody, but so far, he remains a very dangerous mystery.

CAPTURED

INSIGHTER

/ / NAME UNKNOWN

/ / ABILITIES Super Vision, Hologram Manipulation, Spycraft

/ / THREAT LEVEL GAMMA

When Captain Adamant met the Insighter, he didn't even know who he was talking to. Thanks to the super-spy's advanced hologram tech, Insighter has practically any disguise at his fingertips, as well as the ability to project other holograms for the purposes of distraction.

A relative mystery, even in the villain community, the Insighter is a known information broker, and uses his powers of deception and many vision abilities to acquire valuable secrets, which he only trades for other pieces of information. If knowledge is power, Insighter may be very powerful indeed.

WANTED

NEGATON

/ / NAME Kapian Vepkianidze

/ / ABILITIES Super Strength, Super Durability, Flight, Power-Drain

/ / THREAT LEVEL BETA

In the early days of the Soviet Union, where the end of the world was a phone call away, there were many in the party who looked beyond impending doom towards the future. Negaton was a part of that future. When the world had been consumed in nuclear fire, this new hero of the people would lead the way to a glorious rebirth of the communist world state, using his powers to absorb the radiation produced by the inevitable fallout.

But the cataclysm never came, and Negaton remained in stasis, even after the Soviet Union fell. Freed by unknowing Red Army rebels, starved for freedom and radiation both, Negaton rages across the planet, seeking an end to his hunger, and the life he was denied.

WANTED

COLONEL SPEKTOR

/ / NAME Frank Spektor

/ / ABILITIES Sleep Manipulation, Dream Manipulation, Psychological Warfare, Military Strategy

/ / THREAT LEVEL GAMMA

Frank Spektor was once a United States Army Colonel, specializing in psychological operations. He acted as a mentor of sorts during Carter's time at West Point, and the became friends. But all that changed when an operation in Iraq went awry, and Spektor and his soldiers were left for dead as they faced down a terrible magical force.

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WANTED

SHOCK & AWE

/ / NAME FILL

/ / ABILITIES Electricity Manipulation, Sound Manipulation

/ / THREAT LEVEL ZETA

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WANTED

VIPER

/ / ABILITIES Genetics Science, Terrorism, Private Forces, Mystic Arts

/ / THREAT LEVEL ALPHA

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WANTED

THE WARLORD

/ / NAME UNKNOWN

/ / ABILITIES Powered Armor, Alien Technology, Military Strategist, Private Army

/ / THREAT LEVEL BETA

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WANTED

: TIMELINE

: SOUNDTRACK

 : SCORE

Two Steps From Hell

 

Invincible

Two Steps From Hell

 

Stronger Faster Braver

Two Steps From Hell

 

Atlas

Two Steps From Hell

 

Release Me

Two Steps From Hell

 

Outpost

Two Steps From Hell

 

Battleborn - Instrumental

Two Steps From Hell

 

Men of Honor

Two Steps From Hell

 

Sons of War

 : PLAYLIST

Led Zeppelin

 

When The Levee Breaks

The Clash

 

Rock the Casbah

Bobby Bare

 

500 Miles Away from Home

Five Finger Death Punch

 

Bad Company

Metallica

 

The Day That Never Comes

Johnny Cash

 

I Walk the Line

Patsy Cline

 

Sweet Dreams (Of You)

Alison Krauss

 

Down To The River To Pray

X Ambassadors

 

Jungle

Aerosmith

 

Dream On

The Highwaymen

 

American Remains

: TROPES

 : APPEARANCE

/ / Every Scar Has a Story Most of Carter's extensive blast scars are kept out of sight, beneath his clothing. He doesn't go out of his way to hide them, but is generally unwilling to linger on them as a topic of conversation. If the context is appropriate, however, Carter will tell the story if asked about it.

/ / Hunk Carter's heritage and monumental exercise regimen have molded him into an ideal male specimen. Tall, muscled, and square-jawed, the Unbreakable Man looks the part, inside and out of the armor.

/ / Perma Shave A holdover from his military days, Carter always keeps himself clean shaven, with a neat, high-and-tight haircut to match.

 : PERSONALITY

/ / Being Personal Isn't Professional While in field, Captain Adamant is focused on one of two things: the mission, or the team. Even without command responsibility, Carter still holds himself to a rigid standard of avoiding banter, small talk, or personal issues while on duty. While off-duty and free of the armor, Carter can be quite pleasant and sociable, though he is ready to snap back to a professional tone at a moment's notice.

/ / Creature of Habit From his days on the family ranch, to his tutelage at West Point, and into his Army service, routine has consistently defined and accompanied his success. No plan is perfect, but in the words of Benjamin Franklin: "If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail."

/ / Nerves of Steel Under pressure, Carter only gets more robust. Since he was young, he was rarely one to buckle. Some think him cold blooded for possessing this attribute, but those that know him understand that, in this case, Williams simply has the right stuff. There's more than one reason he's earned the name "Unbreakable".

 : MORALITY AND PHILOSOPHY

/ / The American Dream Carter believes that perseverance, sacrifice, and responsibility are the keys to unlocking this lofty concept for each American, and the country as a whole. It was this belief that originally galvanized Carter to join the military.

/ / I'm Not a Hero, I'm... No matter how many medals on his uniform, no matter how many lives he saves, Captain Adamant does not see himself as a hero, and is quick to remind those who label him thus. He's only doing his job.

/ / My Country, Right or Wrong Captain Adamant considers himself loyal to the United States as an institution first, and a government second. However, this line can be a blurry one. Williams navigates this troublesome divide by remaining loyal above all, and questioning or protesting second.

 : COMBAT

/ / Fights Like a Normal Captain Adamant isn't fond of abusing his strength. Rather, he uses it to augment his considerable hand-to-hand combat training. Though slower in the ATHENA, close-quarters combat for Adamant is a disciplined, effective means of neutralizing enemies, even those who may be stronger than him.

/ / Super Strength Captain Adamant's strength is the stuff of legend, though in reality, there are plenty of superheroes (and villains) who sport a higher lift threshold. His application of his impressive strength is what sets him apart.

/ / Super Toughness Allies and enemies both have witnessed the Unbreakable Man shrug off explosives, armor-piercing bullets, and high-voltage electricity. The ATHENA was designed with durability in mind, and Dr. Helm's invention delivers.

 : QUIRKS

/ / Catch Phrase Carter is known for letting slip the occasional piece of military slang. He holds rigorously to NATO voice procedure and the NATO phonetic alphabet when speaking over the radio, or even in person. Notable examples:

• "boots on the ground" - Describes those who are active and present during a situation.

• "go"/"go ahead" - Carter often answers his phone or radio this way.

• "sandbagging" - Slang for intentionally inefficient or lazy performance.

• "smoked" - Punishment of minor offenses with excessive physical training.

• "snake eater" - Slang for Special Forces. Carter sometimes applies it to certain teams or task forces of superheroes.

• "stay frosty" - Means "stay calm and alert".

• "take a knee" - Euphemism for "pause" or "rest".

/ / Does Not Know His Own Strength One drawback to the ATHENA’s strength and thick armor is a lack of fine motor control, and a powerful, metal grip with very little margin for error. Though other tasks are higher on the list, Carter makes a point to try and refine his ability to type on a keyboard, write, or drink from a glass while wearing the armor.

 : BACKGROUND

/ / Career-ending Injury Carter Williams' days as a soldier ended when a rocket-propelled grenade detonated only a few meters from him. His injuries plague his right half with sporadic pain, stiff joints, tremors, numbness, and ringing in the ear. His body wasn't the only thing damaged that day; Carter was certain he had found his calling. Now he tries to use his afflictions as fuel for improvement, working daily to overcome his new limitations.

/ / Rancher Carter grew up in Livingston, Montana, on his family's cattle ranch. His young life was marked by hard work and responsibility. He once intended, as his father had, to take over the business when his father retired, but the September 11th attacks spurred Carter onto another path. The ranch has since been sold, albeit reluctantly. The Williams Ranch was one of the last in the area to do so.

/ / Upbringing Makes the Hero - Carter's father and mother instilled in him the virtues of hard work and responsibility. His attendance of the United States Military Academy at West Point broadened his horizons. Serving in the Army taught Carter the real nature of sacrifice. These formative experiences prepared Williams for an impressive, and even influential career as a superhero.

 : MOTIVATIONS

/ / A Father To His Men Despite his no-nonsense approach, Carter cares deeply for those under his command, taking personal responsibility for their well-being and morale. He would die for his comrades.

/ / Captain Patriotic Carter's love of the United States is a love that stretches back to his childhood. His youth in Montana was somewhat idyllic: snow-capped mountains, verdant green valleys, and rolling pastures surrounded the young boy at all times. Carter had always been fascinated by his nation's history, learning much of it from his grandfather. Independence Day was always Carter's favorite holiday, and still is. Beneath the serious exterior, there's an exuberant patriot, who will do anything to ensure others can enjoy the prosperity he did.

/ / Challenge Seeker Carter possesses an almost compulsive need to test himself and take on challenges, whether they be mental or physical. He is avid in his pursuit of fitness, especially given that his injuries make rigorous exercise difficult. He enjoys strategic and tactical drills, and pursues research with unfettered attention. Working long hours has been a fact of life since Carter was a child. It's getting the Unbreakable Man to relax that's difficult.

 : POSSESSIONS

/ / Home Base - Dr. Helm's laboratory and forge, dubbed the Anvil, is a modest, but remarkable place. Much of the work and testing that goes into the ATHENA takes place here, as does the actual forging and assembly of its Adamant armor plating. The Anvil is also the command center for Captain Adamant's missions, though an expansion or relocation may be necessary.

/ / Powered Armor The Advanced Threat Encounter Apparatus, or ATHENA, is Dr. Helm's single greatest achievement. Its design is unique among powered armors, in that it eschews advanced software and weaponry for sheer durability and reliability. The armor is what enables Captain Adamant to exist.

/ / Real Award, Fictional Character Carter possesses several medals for his service. He has been awarded a Purple Heart, and a Distinguished Service Cross, an accolade second only to the Congressional Medal of Honor.

 : PROFESSION

/ / Military Superhero Captain Adamant does not see his path as that of an adventure, nor is it some lofty moral exercise. It is simply his duty, which he enacts on every day to the letter, without complaint. The job is difficult, but it is just that: a job, and a very important one.

/ / Workaholic When long hours or grueling labor are in store, Carter isn't one to shirk his duties. He embraces his work, perhaps to a fault. His constant need to test himself and fulfill his duties leads to taking on one task after another, with little regard for creature comforts.

 : RELATIONSHIPS

/ / Battle Couple Carter's relationship with Angel Anderson a.k.a. Imp is new territory. But thus far, they have been able to keep their personal relationship tender and supportive, while ensuring their professional relationship as superheroes is unaffected. In fact, one could argue their connection improves their performance on the battlefield.

/ / Broken Pedestal Frank Spektor was once a source of guidance and friendship in Carter's younger days. The former Army Colonel's recent turn to villainy has left scars that run deeper than any explosion could. Carter wants to reach out and help Spektor, but realizes the improbability of redemption. He is preparing for the day he will have to take Colonel Spektor down - or die trying.

/ / Loyal Animal Companion Ajax and Carter are kindred spirits: well disciplined and unfettered in the pursuit of their duties. The dog follows and protects Carter (and his allies) wherever he goes. A more faithful and effective sidekick could not be asked for.

: ROLEPLAYING HOOKS

/ / Career Military Carter’s tutelage at the United States Military Academy and his service in the US Army has allowed him to cross paths with an extensive and diverse category of people. He simply cannot recall them all.

/ / United We Stand Captain Adamant is a staunch enemy of the villainous organizations ARGENT, VIPER, and the Warlord. He is more than willing to combine forces against them, provided the intel is good.

/ / A Tank's Best Friend In privacy, Carter will often speak unfiltered and at length with his dog, Ajax. If eavesdropped or recorded, one could learn all manner of things about the Unbreakable Man.

/ / Army Strong Every weekday morning, usually just before dawn, Carter may be seen running or rucking somewhere in Millennium City.

: TRIVIA

• Captain Adamant was department head of Eternals Incorporated Internal Security and Operational Logistics, and was responsible for the safety and security of Eternals Tower while he was a member.

• During his time with Eternals Incorporated, Captain Adamant was slated to appear in a television recruiting ad for the United States Army. It never aired.

• Carter played football at West Point, and was something of a star halfback during his career. Every December, he makes time for the traditional game between the Army Black Knights and the Navy Midshipmen.

• Carter likes his coffee black, and his rye served neat.

• Carter is a great fan of Texas Hold ‘Em poker and pinochle.

• During his recovery, Carter decided to remain right-handed, even though his nerve damage frequently impedes his penmanship.

• Stamped into a plate of Captain Adamant’s armor on the left pectoral region is:

• Carter is an excellent boxer.

• Though he still engages in the exercise, swimming is difficult for Carter. Not only do his injuries make it troublesome, but his Body Mass Index and bone density cause him to sink in water, rather than float.

• Carter has a weakness for Coca-Cola, especially from a glass bottle.

• Carter’s exercise regimen is inspired by the Army Special Forces workout, though it isn’t limited to such. Daily, he does one-hundred pull-ups, push-ups, and sit-ups, and a five mile run. Two or three times a week, he swims one-thousand meters.

• Carter sports a single tattoo, on his left upper arm, depicting a red bison on a black shield. Above this shield are the words Operation Enduring Freedom 2008-2013. Beneath it are Veritas et Virtus and 17th Regiment, 2nd Battalion.

• Tai Chi is part of Carter’s morning routine. It does wonders for his injuries.

• Carter's favorite presidents are Theodore Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln, and Dwight D. Eisenhower, in that order.

• In a feature film, Daniel Cudmore would portray the Unbreakable Man. Michael T. Weiss would voice the animated version of the character.

• Captain Adamant has his own Heroclix Figure! OK, not really, but I'm in the process of filling out cards and dials for the Protectors and the Progeny!

: IMAGES

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  Tracer on the cover of Heroes Guide by CharlesLoganArt