Monday, December 27, 2010

Justice League ripoff

The title is self-explanatory. Being a fan of superheroes, I want to invent some of my own:

The universe is full of life. Planets, solar systems, even whole galaxies hold civilizations of all kinds, species of all kinds. Compared to all that, Earth is small and fragile, almost endearing. For some reason, Earth is is very attractive to all kinds of lifeforms, whether the wandering explorer or the conquering empire. Perhaps because of its infantile nature, it calls out to be protected and nurtured. So, the Constables just fell into existence.

Density- The De-facto leader of the Constables, he has been living on Earth for a very long time. Because of his biological density, he is physically infallible: unstoppable, immovable and immortal. No mass can withstand his force and no force can overcome his mass. He is invulnerable, whether by natural or unnatural means. Gerontologically speaking, he's unchangeable by time. His personality suits him: stubborn and uncompromising. His moral code is unquestionable. Even when he is occasionally wrong, he's impossible to argue with. If you want to get to Earth, you have to get through him!

Will- A being of almost pure energy, there is nothing he can't do. He emits an energy that can do anything he has the will to do. With his natural willpower, he can fly, create force fields, telekinesis, and pretty much anything he can imagine. A naturally free spirit, he's an unusual fit in the Constables. However, like most well-meaning, good-natured species, he has a soft spot for Earth, and would rather use his abilities to help than to harm.

Transmitter- Every lifeform has a spark; an electromagnetic signature that not only indicates life, but allows organisms to think and feel. He can tap into that spark. Being telepathic and empathic to almost all lifeforms, he has a sensitive, gentle disposition and a deep respect for all life. He loves nothing more than peace and communication. Perhaps because of the nature of his abilities, he is a confirmed pacifist. However, he has a dark side. Though he loathes this about himself, what can be pulled can also be pushed. While he can dream-walk, he feels uncomfortable invading people's subconscious. When severely provoked, he can manipulate that very spark he treasures in all life, causing mind control, illusions, and even pain or terror. He would rather never use his power to harm or control anyone, and the other Constables would never ask him to.

Tempus- A being that exists outside of time, he can control the flow of time around him. Originally thought to be a simple speedster, it turns out that from his perspective, time can be slowed, sped up or even reversed. It's implied that time does not take a toll on his biology either. While seemingly playful and childish, he takes his power very seriously and understands the consequences of his actions. He only changes the past or takes a peek at the future in extreme circumstances.

Vision- Whether its with her mind or her actual eyes, there is nothing she can't see. Telescopic, microscopic, macroscopic, infrared, x-ray, remote vision and overall clairvoyance. She can see energies and forces that are otherwise invisible to human eyes. She can even see through chain of events: postcognition and precognition. Seeing the past is simple enough for her, considering there is only one path of research, but depending how far from the present and what she's looking for, the future is much sketchier. These powers can take a toll on her sense of reality, but she is a valued asset to the team.

Mainframe- The man with the perfect mind, there is nothing he can't learn, comprehend or remember. Extremely useful from the background, he is often called upon for information of all kinds and a variety of mental skills (computer hacking, logical problem solving, strategy, etc). He has also produced a variety of inventions to aide the Constables. However, he occasionally tires of his passive role in the team and takes advantage of his inventions to join the fight directly. Using a variety or suits, armor and weapons, he is just as capable as any in combat. He's even proven to be an exceptional martial artist. His only flaw to speak of is his habit to over-think. He leaves little room for imagination. He almost never relies on his instincts or emotions and puts all his efforts behind his brain. Depending on the situation, this can be a hindrance or a benefit.

TAGUC- Adenine. Thymine. Guanine. Cytosine. Uracil. These are the five nucleobases found in all life, and all five are swimming free in her system. A biokinetic metamorph, she can become whatever she wants by sheer will. She can easily mimic any existing lifeform, but where's the fun in that? She is very imaginative when it comes to her form. Though technically genderless, she identifies herself as female. Because of the nature of her biology, she may very well be immortal. She can produce a variety of microbes and pathogens and use them to both heal and harm. Like Transmitter, she has a deep respect for life, but isn't nearly as passive. Just the same, she is far from cruel. Eccentric would be a mild word to describe her.

Ghost- She possesses invisibility, intangibility and limited levitation. As a petty criminal, she used her powers to steal and spy, but when given the opportunity to assassinate, she decided she did not like the path she was on. From then on, she committed her life to justice, even if her methodologies are not strictly ethical. She does not always fit in with the Constables, but sometimes contributes to stealthier missions.

Void- He is, above all else, mysterious, if not terrifying. You'll know he's in the area, because you'll go partially blind, deaf, numb, immobile and dumb. At first, he was mistaken as a villain by the Constables; a presence that was terrorizing everyone in its path.. If it weren't for Transmitter, he couldn't communicate with anyone. Above anything else, he values peace. He tries to help when he can, but mostly remains a recluse. It's implied his original home was a black hole, but that is just a rumor. No one knows if he even looks like anything, but he insists he is male. Although it is his nature, he is trying to inhibit his ability to nullify all energies and forces around him, and as of late, he is perceived to be taking a (rather appealing) form.

The Circle- A rival group to the Constables, they are not nearly as powerful, but their almost symbiotic teamwork is impressive. Seok is terrakinetic; able to manipulate a variety of minerals. He is the most defensive of the four, taking the foreground in combat. He and Density are just too much alike; always butting heads. Shui is hydrokinetic, able to manipulate the water molecule in all its forms and phases. Very loyal and forgiving, she is the glue that holds the group together. She immediately forms a connection with Transmitter. Esen is aerokinetic, usually using her power to fly. She would rather escape conflict than confront, and only gets directly involved in fights to save her friends. She makes quick friends with both Tempus and Will, who soon compete for her affection. Agni has the most potential to be a villain. A pyrokinetic, he controls heat energy is a variety of ways. He lusts for action and violence. The only thing he values more than power is freedom, and there's nothing he hates more than villains that try to control or enslave. He stays within the Circle out of a sense of honor and a deep sense of loyalty and respect to Shui.