Post by Jolith on May 22, 2009 13:38:31 GMT -5
[glow=black,6,300]Background[/size][/b][/glow]
Born to a wealthy family in Freedom City, he was educated in the best boarding schools. Deciding not to follow in his father’s footsteps as a corporate lawyer, Richard went into politics. He knew at an early age that he wanted to make a difference in Freedom City, to help fight the good fight and clean up the city.
In his late 20’s it seemed that he didn’t have to wait long for his dream of a clean city to come true. Superheroes began emerging to fight crime. In his own way he wanted to contribute, so at the age of 35 he ran for the Parkside district City Council. It was narrow margin but he beat out the incumbent for the position. Ever since then he has worked hard with Councilwoman Joanna Tolbert-Holmes to pass strong laws and to strengthen the Freedom City Police department.
Being one used to the finer sides of life, Richard’s hobby has been to collect expensive artifacts from famous eras. He has no specific era that he collects, but merely grabs what he can when he can. An ancient Chinese sword, rumored to be the Emperor’s, was his prize piece.
One day, and through the following weeks, Richard swore he heard whispering coming from his artifact collection room. He didn’t think much of it, but then he began to have these dreams involving Freedom City becoming overrun with underground criminals. He saw super heroes struggling to fight against tyranny and losing. Always though, at the end of the dream he would see a traditional Greek mask that he had down in his collections. It whispered to him in his dreams for him to put it on and stand up against those who would spoil the night, who would use it for their own nefarious deeds.
One night, while sitting awake staring at the mask, it spoke to him once more. Whispers promising power to do more than just sit back and pass laws, but to stand up and fight. Succumbing to the desire to fight, he placed the mask upon his face. From then on, he fought against crime at night, as the masked vigilante Nyx.
[glow=black,6,300]Appearance[/size][/b][/glow]
During the day Richard Embry is usually seen wearing the finest of business suits, always appearing as the perfect gentleman. His great looks and his charming personality, not to mention his family, are some of the reasons for his success at an early age. He has short brown hair that is parted on his right. He sports the clean cut look, and pulls it off very well, even making the top #50 best looking men in Freedom City.
During the night, Richard dons the Nyx Mask becoming a masked avenger, and fighting crime. The mask itself appears to be no more than a typical Greek Tragedy mask, but when worn shadows swirl over it covering it with ever moving shadows.
To go with the mask, Nyx wears a long brown trench coat almost always found tied tight against himself, as homage to old detective movies. Underneath he wears a simple black t-shirt, and black jeans.
[glow=black,6,300]Personality[/size][/b][/glow]
Richard Emery is a gentle man with a quick smile. He’s seen as a true gentlemen and a face of the community. He has fought hard to win the respect and admiration of the people of Freedom City. He has publicly addressed issues of super heroes, saying that while he is happy they are there, he wishes for the day they will not be needed anymore.
As Nyx, he is a completely different kind of man. He uses fear and intimidation to get what he needs. He tries not to kill any bad guys, but he has been known to take extremes and use torture as a means to an end. This alternate persona of Richard Emery is wearing at times, but overall he deems it necessary to ensure the survival and growth of his city.
[glow=black,6,300]Complications[/size][/b][/glow]
Secret: Richard tries very hard to keep his secret identity safe. He knows that his career as a public figure would be over if anyone ever found out the truth under the mask of Nyx.
Basic Traits
Name: Richard Embry / Nyx
Concept: Masked Detective - Vigilante
Origin: Magic [Magically Empowered - Gods]
Allegiances: None
Age: 37
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 160 lbs
Hair: Short and Brown
Skin: Caucasian
Ability Scores [12 points]
Str 10
Dex 12
Con 10
Int 14
Wis 10
Cha 16
Combat [10 points]
Attack Bonus: +2
Defense: 13 / 13 Flatfooted (3 Base)
Initiative: +5
Base Saves [18 points]
Fortitude: +6 (6 Base + 0 Con)
Reflex: +6 (5 Base + 1 Dex)
Will: +7 (7 Base + 0 Wis)
Toughness: +7 (3 Defensive Roll + 2 Tactical Vest + 2 Protection)
Feats [20 points]
Attack Focus [Ranged] x4
Attractive
Connected
Contacts
Defensive Roll x3
Equipment x7
Fearless
Improved Initiative
Benefit [Security Clearance]
Skill Ranks [20 points]
Powers [29 points]
[glow=black,6,300]Nyx's Mask[/size][/b][/glow]
This Greek tragedy mask seems nothing more than a normal actor’s prop, but in fact it is empowered by the Greek Goddess Nyx, the goddess of night. The Goddess Nyx, having stored some of her unearthly power and essence into the mask, left it upon earth for her followers. Though with her believers almost none existent, she willing bestows her powers upon Richard Emery, for him to use in an effort to clean up the night, which she believes has been perverted into a time of crime, and of selfish behavior. She uses Richard Emery as a vessel to bring honor to the night once more.
Mechanics: Device [Hard to Lose], 8 ranks [Gives 40 PP] (Power Drawbacks: Normal Identity [-3]) [29 PP]
The mask itself appears to be nothing more than a normal Greek Tragedy mask that actors from that period would use. Though, when donned, it is transformed. Shadows appear over the mask, swirling over it creating the illusion of a swirling mass of darkness.
Mechanics: Morph [Single Other Appearance], 1 ranks (Extras: Duration – Continuous [+1]; Flaws: Permanent [-1]) [1 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Open Book[/size][/b][/glow]
The Goddess Nyx, being the mother of Love and Chaos, is no stranger to the desires and emotions of humans. Seeing what has become of her domain, the mask grants powers to use the perverted emotions of night to the mask’s advantage. Fear and despair, what are now associated with night, are used against the criminals as they use it against others.
Mechanics: Array [Emotion Control], 12 ranks (Flaws: Sense-Dependent – Visual [-1]; Power Feats: Alternate Powers x5) [17 PP]
Instilling despair on anyone who glances upon the power of Nyx, this power makes mortal men cower at the mere sight of him, turning a potential enemy into a whimpering coward.
Mechanics: Emotion Control [Despair], 4 ranks (Extras: Action – Reaction [+3], Selective [+1]; Flaws: Limited – Despair Only [-1]) [20 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Fear is the Beginning[/size][/b][/glow]
To use fear against someone, they must first know what that person is terrified of. This power allows the user to read deep into the minds of enemies to learn what their greatest fears are.
Mechanics: Mind Reading, 7 ranks (Extras: Duration – Continuous [+2]; Flaws: Limited – Thoughts Associated with Fear [-1]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Break Them[/size][/b][/glow]
Destroying the weak minded is easy enough, especially when you know of their fear. After using Fear is the Beginning, Nyx can then use this power to make the target see and feel their greatest fear. This is mainly used to scare the target into submission.
Mechanics: Illusion [All Senses], 7 ranks (Extras: Duration – Continuous [+1]; Flaws: Limited – One Subject [-1], Limited – Their Fear [-1], Range – Ranged [-1]; Power Feats: Progression) [22 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Fear Incarnate[/size][/b][/glow]
Using the awe inspiring power of Nyx, this freezes the enemies in place. Too scared to move, they merely stand and stare at the power of a God.
Mechanics: Paralyze, 5 ranks (Extras: Range – Ranged [+1], Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Selective Attack [+1]; Power Drawback: Reduced Range [-1]) [24 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Mass Insanity[/size][/b][/glow]
Too much fear can be bad for the mind, and this power proves it. Instilling untold amount of fear cracks the minds of mortals into acting randomly without thought or care.
Mechanics: Confuse, 7 ranks (Extras: Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Selective [+1]) [21 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]The Power of Fear[/size][/b][/glow]
Being afraid isn’t always a bad thing. Fear can be a valuable tool, especially when harnessed. Throwing small amounts of fear into his target, he makes their adrenal gland work overtime, pumping strength and stamina into their bodies.
Mechanics: Adrenal Surge, 7 ranks (Extras: Range – Ranged [+2], Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Selective [+1]; Flaws: Action – Standard [-2]) [21 PP]
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[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]The Night is Alive[/size][/b][/glow]
Nothing is more alive at night then shadows. Lights flickering cast long shadows over the world at night. Nyx harnesses the power of those shadows and uses them to inflict grievous wounds and to teleport long distances. However, amongst the day these powers are rendered useless. It becomes quiet apparent whenever Nyx uses these powers, as the mask’s shadows extend down onto his body, swirling around his torso, arms, and legs.
Mechanics: Array [Obscure], 7 ranks (Flaws: Limited – Only at Night; Power Feats: Alternate Powers x5; Power Drawbacks: Noticeable) [11 PP]
Although the world is covered with shadows at night, it’s always useful to be able to blanket the area with more. Stretching and moving the existing shadows, Nyx covers and area blocking out any light and creating an area of complete darkness.
Mechanics: Obscure [Visual], 7 ranks (Extras: Independent [+0]; Flaws: Limited – Normal Vision [-1]; Power Feats: Slow Fade x2, Reversible) [10 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Bind[/size][/b][/glow]
Twisting and shaping the shadow into long tentacles, Nyx can command them to wrap around his target. Not only does this impede them, but also blocks out the light and engulfing them in darkness.
Mechanics: Snare, 6 ranks (Power Feats: Tether, Obscure Sense [Visual]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Tentacle [/size][/b][/glow]
Instead of wrapping around them, this tentacle lashes out striking at the target. This dark mass of shadow stretches and binds at Nyx’s will, allowing him to strike out at far distances.
Mechanics: Damage, 7 ranks (Extras: Range – Ranged [+1]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Spikes[/size][/b][/glow]
Taking enormous amounts of concentration, Nyx turns an area into a bloody mess. Causing the shadows around him to slither across the ground and shoot up in all directions, he creates a field of shadowy spikes that jut out in thousands of directions, piercing anyone in their way.
Mechanics: Damage, 7 ranks (Extras: Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Range – Ranged [+1], Autofire [+1]; Flaws: Action – Full [-1], Distracting [-1]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Walk[/size][/b][/glow]
Engulfing himself in shadow, Nyx can become one and transport himself instantly to any other shadow. This allows him to easily maneuver the city at night, and giving him a huge advantage against his enemies.
Mechanics: Transmit, 6 ranks (Extras: Accurate [+1]; Flaws: Medium – Shadows [-1]; Power Feats: Change Velocity, Easy) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Mind[/size][/b][/glow]
Moving around in the shadows is not the only useful benefit he gets from the shadows of the world. In order to keep tabs on Freedom city, he can use Shadows as a camera, allowing him to see what’s happening next to any shadow within range. Of course, to keep himself protected, he is still capable to normal sight as he peers into the depths of the shadows.
Mechanics: ESP [Sight], 7 ranks (Extras: Simultaneous [+1]; Flaws: Medium – Shadows [-1]) [14 PP]
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[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Pierce the Veil[/size][/b][/glow]
For one who lives in shadow, one must also be able to see in it.
Mechanics: Super Senses [Counters Obscure - Darkness], 2 ranks [2 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Fear the Unseen[/size][/b][/glow]
Nyx has unusual powers over the night, but the mask itself grants terrifying advantages. The swirling strands of shadows create a terrifying visage, and while it may not be actively trying to scare you, it still casts a terrible image, that’s when the shadows aren’t covering him from view completely.
Mechanics: Enhance Skills, 3 ranks [Intimidate +8, Stealth +4] [3 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Disappear[/size][/b][/glow]
Stretching the shadows over his own body, Nyx can disappear in any shadow. Only by standing practically next to him, would they be able to penetrate the darkness that Nyx’s shadows create.
Mechanics: Concealment, 2 ranks (Flaws: Limited – Shadows [-1], Power Feats: Close Range) [3 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Night Life[/size][/b][/glow]
Having to stay awake all night fighting crime can be taxing on someone day life, but not for Nyx. The mask grants him the ability to skip sleep but still be refreshed in the morning, allowing him to remain awake at night without fear of falling asleep on the job.
Mechanics: Immunity [Need for Sleep], 1 ranks
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Strength of the Gods[/size][/b][/glow]
The shadows that swirl over his body grant him extra protection from damage. While not much, it still offers Nyx some reprieve from the punishment he takes.
Mechanics: Protection, 2 ranks
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Drawbacks: Moderate Vulnerability to [Light] Descriptor [-3 PP], Minor Uncommon Involuntary Transformation [Goddess Nyx Personality] [-1 PP]
Equipment: Undercover Shirt (+2 Toughness – EP 3), Shotgun (EP – 11), Porsche (Sports Car – EP 8), North Bay Mansion (+10 Toughness, Mansion, Features – Communications, Computer, Fire Prevention System, Garage, Gym, Library, Living Space, Pool, Security System - EP 13)
Summary of Points Spent
Abilities: 12
Combat: 10
Saves: 18
Feats: 20
Skills: 19
Powers: 29
Drawbacks: -4
Total: 105
Born to a wealthy family in Freedom City, he was educated in the best boarding schools. Deciding not to follow in his father’s footsteps as a corporate lawyer, Richard went into politics. He knew at an early age that he wanted to make a difference in Freedom City, to help fight the good fight and clean up the city.
In his late 20’s it seemed that he didn’t have to wait long for his dream of a clean city to come true. Superheroes began emerging to fight crime. In his own way he wanted to contribute, so at the age of 35 he ran for the Parkside district City Council. It was narrow margin but he beat out the incumbent for the position. Ever since then he has worked hard with Councilwoman Joanna Tolbert-Holmes to pass strong laws and to strengthen the Freedom City Police department.
Being one used to the finer sides of life, Richard’s hobby has been to collect expensive artifacts from famous eras. He has no specific era that he collects, but merely grabs what he can when he can. An ancient Chinese sword, rumored to be the Emperor’s, was his prize piece.
One day, and through the following weeks, Richard swore he heard whispering coming from his artifact collection room. He didn’t think much of it, but then he began to have these dreams involving Freedom City becoming overrun with underground criminals. He saw super heroes struggling to fight against tyranny and losing. Always though, at the end of the dream he would see a traditional Greek mask that he had down in his collections. It whispered to him in his dreams for him to put it on and stand up against those who would spoil the night, who would use it for their own nefarious deeds.
One night, while sitting awake staring at the mask, it spoke to him once more. Whispers promising power to do more than just sit back and pass laws, but to stand up and fight. Succumbing to the desire to fight, he placed the mask upon his face. From then on, he fought against crime at night, as the masked vigilante Nyx.
[glow=black,6,300]Appearance[/size][/b][/glow]
During the day Richard Embry is usually seen wearing the finest of business suits, always appearing as the perfect gentleman. His great looks and his charming personality, not to mention his family, are some of the reasons for his success at an early age. He has short brown hair that is parted on his right. He sports the clean cut look, and pulls it off very well, even making the top #50 best looking men in Freedom City.
During the night, Richard dons the Nyx Mask becoming a masked avenger, and fighting crime. The mask itself appears to be no more than a typical Greek Tragedy mask, but when worn shadows swirl over it covering it with ever moving shadows.
To go with the mask, Nyx wears a long brown trench coat almost always found tied tight against himself, as homage to old detective movies. Underneath he wears a simple black t-shirt, and black jeans.
[glow=black,6,300]Personality[/size][/b][/glow]
Richard Emery is a gentle man with a quick smile. He’s seen as a true gentlemen and a face of the community. He has fought hard to win the respect and admiration of the people of Freedom City. He has publicly addressed issues of super heroes, saying that while he is happy they are there, he wishes for the day they will not be needed anymore.
As Nyx, he is a completely different kind of man. He uses fear and intimidation to get what he needs. He tries not to kill any bad guys, but he has been known to take extremes and use torture as a means to an end. This alternate persona of Richard Emery is wearing at times, but overall he deems it necessary to ensure the survival and growth of his city.
[glow=black,6,300]Complications[/size][/b][/glow]
Secret: Richard tries very hard to keep his secret identity safe. He knows that his career as a public figure would be over if anyone ever found out the truth under the mask of Nyx.
Basic Traits
Name: Richard Embry / Nyx
Concept: Masked Detective - Vigilante
Origin: Magic [Magically Empowered - Gods]
Allegiances: None
Age: 37
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 160 lbs
Hair: Short and Brown
Skin: Caucasian
Ability Scores [12 points]
Str 10
Dex 12
Con 10
Int 14
Wis 10
Cha 16
Combat [10 points]
Attack Bonus: +2
Defense: 13 / 13 Flatfooted (3 Base)
Initiative: +5
Base Saves [18 points]
Fortitude: +6 (6 Base + 0 Con)
Reflex: +6 (5 Base + 1 Dex)
Will: +7 (7 Base + 0 Wis)
Toughness: +7 (3 Defensive Roll + 2 Tactical Vest + 2 Protection)
Feats [20 points]
Attack Focus [Ranged] x4
Attractive
Connected
Contacts
Defensive Roll x3
Equipment x7
Fearless
Improved Initiative
Benefit [Security Clearance]
Skill Ranks [20 points]
- Bluff +9 / +13 (6 ranks + 3 Cha + 4 Attractive)
- Diplomacy +9 / +13 (6 ranks + 3 Cha + 4 Attractive)
- Disguise +3 / +8 (0 ranks + 3 Cha + 5 Mask)
- Drive +4 (3 ranks + 1 Dex)
- Gather Information +11 (8 ranks + 3 Cha)
- Intimidate +6 / +14 (3 ranks + 3 Cha + 8 Mask)
- Investigate +12 (10 ranks + 2 Int)
- Knowledge (Business) +4 (2 ranks + 2 Int)
- Knowledge (Current Events) +4 (2 ranks + 2 Int)
- Knowledge (Streetwise) +4 (2 ranks + 2 Int)
- Knowledge (Life Sciences) +4 (2 ranks + 2 Int)
- Knowledge (Civics) +7 (5 ranks + 2 Int)
- Knowledge (Behavioral Sciences) +4 (2 ranks + 2 Int)
- Languages - Greek (1 rank)
- Notice +8 (8 ranks)
- Search +10 (8 ranks + 2 Int)
- Sense Motive +8 (8 ranks)
- Stealth +5 / +9 (4 ranks + 1 Dex + 4 Mask)
Powers [29 points]
[glow=black,6,300]Nyx's Mask[/size][/b][/glow]
This Greek tragedy mask seems nothing more than a normal actor’s prop, but in fact it is empowered by the Greek Goddess Nyx, the goddess of night. The Goddess Nyx, having stored some of her unearthly power and essence into the mask, left it upon earth for her followers. Though with her believers almost none existent, she willing bestows her powers upon Richard Emery, for him to use in an effort to clean up the night, which she believes has been perverted into a time of crime, and of selfish behavior. She uses Richard Emery as a vessel to bring honor to the night once more.
Mechanics: Device [Hard to Lose], 8 ranks [Gives 40 PP] (Power Drawbacks: Normal Identity [-3]) [29 PP]
- [glow=black,6,300]The Face of Night
The mask itself appears to be nothing more than a normal Greek Tragedy mask that actors from that period would use. Though, when donned, it is transformed. Shadows appear over the mask, swirling over it creating the illusion of a swirling mass of darkness.
Mechanics: Morph [Single Other Appearance], 1 ranks (Extras: Duration – Continuous [+1]; Flaws: Permanent [-1]) [1 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Open Book[/size][/b][/glow]
The Goddess Nyx, being the mother of Love and Chaos, is no stranger to the desires and emotions of humans. Seeing what has become of her domain, the mask grants powers to use the perverted emotions of night to the mask’s advantage. Fear and despair, what are now associated with night, are used against the criminals as they use it against others.
Mechanics: Array [Emotion Control], 12 ranks (Flaws: Sense-Dependent – Visual [-1]; Power Feats: Alternate Powers x5) [17 PP]
- [glow=black,6,300]Strike the Heart
Instilling despair on anyone who glances upon the power of Nyx, this power makes mortal men cower at the mere sight of him, turning a potential enemy into a whimpering coward.
Mechanics: Emotion Control [Despair], 4 ranks (Extras: Action – Reaction [+3], Selective [+1]; Flaws: Limited – Despair Only [-1]) [20 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Fear is the Beginning[/size][/b][/glow]
To use fear against someone, they must first know what that person is terrified of. This power allows the user to read deep into the minds of enemies to learn what their greatest fears are.
Mechanics: Mind Reading, 7 ranks (Extras: Duration – Continuous [+2]; Flaws: Limited – Thoughts Associated with Fear [-1]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Break Them[/size][/b][/glow]
Destroying the weak minded is easy enough, especially when you know of their fear. After using Fear is the Beginning, Nyx can then use this power to make the target see and feel their greatest fear. This is mainly used to scare the target into submission.
Mechanics: Illusion [All Senses], 7 ranks (Extras: Duration – Continuous [+1]; Flaws: Limited – One Subject [-1], Limited – Their Fear [-1], Range – Ranged [-1]; Power Feats: Progression) [22 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Fear Incarnate[/size][/b][/glow]
Using the awe inspiring power of Nyx, this freezes the enemies in place. Too scared to move, they merely stand and stare at the power of a God.
Mechanics: Paralyze, 5 ranks (Extras: Range – Ranged [+1], Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Selective Attack [+1]; Power Drawback: Reduced Range [-1]) [24 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Mass Insanity[/size][/b][/glow]
Too much fear can be bad for the mind, and this power proves it. Instilling untold amount of fear cracks the minds of mortals into acting randomly without thought or care.
Mechanics: Confuse, 7 ranks (Extras: Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Selective [+1]) [21 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]The Power of Fear[/size][/b][/glow]
Being afraid isn’t always a bad thing. Fear can be a valuable tool, especially when harnessed. Throwing small amounts of fear into his target, he makes their adrenal gland work overtime, pumping strength and stamina into their bodies.
Mechanics: Adrenal Surge, 7 ranks (Extras: Range – Ranged [+2], Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Selective [+1]; Flaws: Action – Standard [-2]) [21 PP]
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[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]The Night is Alive[/size][/b][/glow]
Nothing is more alive at night then shadows. Lights flickering cast long shadows over the world at night. Nyx harnesses the power of those shadows and uses them to inflict grievous wounds and to teleport long distances. However, amongst the day these powers are rendered useless. It becomes quiet apparent whenever Nyx uses these powers, as the mask’s shadows extend down onto his body, swirling around his torso, arms, and legs.
Mechanics: Array [Obscure], 7 ranks (Flaws: Limited – Only at Night; Power Feats: Alternate Powers x5; Power Drawbacks: Noticeable) [11 PP]
- [glow=black,6,300]Darkness Follows
Although the world is covered with shadows at night, it’s always useful to be able to blanket the area with more. Stretching and moving the existing shadows, Nyx covers and area blocking out any light and creating an area of complete darkness.
Mechanics: Obscure [Visual], 7 ranks (Extras: Independent [+0]; Flaws: Limited – Normal Vision [-1]; Power Feats: Slow Fade x2, Reversible) [10 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Bind[/size][/b][/glow]
Twisting and shaping the shadow into long tentacles, Nyx can command them to wrap around his target. Not only does this impede them, but also blocks out the light and engulfing them in darkness.
Mechanics: Snare, 6 ranks (Power Feats: Tether, Obscure Sense [Visual]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Tentacle [/size][/b][/glow]
Instead of wrapping around them, this tentacle lashes out striking at the target. This dark mass of shadow stretches and binds at Nyx’s will, allowing him to strike out at far distances.
Mechanics: Damage, 7 ranks (Extras: Range – Ranged [+1]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Spikes[/size][/b][/glow]
Taking enormous amounts of concentration, Nyx turns an area into a bloody mess. Causing the shadows around him to slither across the ground and shoot up in all directions, he creates a field of shadowy spikes that jut out in thousands of directions, piercing anyone in their way.
Mechanics: Damage, 7 ranks (Extras: Area – Targeted Burst [+1], Range – Ranged [+1], Autofire [+1]; Flaws: Action – Full [-1], Distracting [-1]) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Walk[/size][/b][/glow]
Engulfing himself in shadow, Nyx can become one and transport himself instantly to any other shadow. This allows him to easily maneuver the city at night, and giving him a huge advantage against his enemies.
Mechanics: Transmit, 6 ranks (Extras: Accurate [+1]; Flaws: Medium – Shadows [-1]; Power Feats: Change Velocity, Easy) [14 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Shadow Mind[/size][/b][/glow]
Moving around in the shadows is not the only useful benefit he gets from the shadows of the world. In order to keep tabs on Freedom city, he can use Shadows as a camera, allowing him to see what’s happening next to any shadow within range. Of course, to keep himself protected, he is still capable to normal sight as he peers into the depths of the shadows.
Mechanics: ESP [Sight], 7 ranks (Extras: Simultaneous [+1]; Flaws: Medium – Shadows [-1]) [14 PP]
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[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Pierce the Veil[/size][/b][/glow]
For one who lives in shadow, one must also be able to see in it.
Mechanics: Super Senses [Counters Obscure - Darkness], 2 ranks [2 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Fear the Unseen[/size][/b][/glow]
Nyx has unusual powers over the night, but the mask itself grants terrifying advantages. The swirling strands of shadows create a terrifying visage, and while it may not be actively trying to scare you, it still casts a terrible image, that’s when the shadows aren’t covering him from view completely.
Mechanics: Enhance Skills, 3 ranks [Intimidate +8, Stealth +4] [3 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Disappear[/size][/b][/glow]
Stretching the shadows over his own body, Nyx can disappear in any shadow. Only by standing practically next to him, would they be able to penetrate the darkness that Nyx’s shadows create.
Mechanics: Concealment, 2 ranks (Flaws: Limited – Shadows [-1], Power Feats: Close Range) [3 PP]
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Night Life[/size][/b][/glow]
Having to stay awake all night fighting crime can be taxing on someone day life, but not for Nyx. The mask grants him the ability to skip sleep but still be refreshed in the morning, allowing him to remain awake at night without fear of falling asleep on the job.
Mechanics: Immunity [Need for Sleep], 1 ranks
[/li][li][glow=black,6,300]Strength of the Gods[/size][/b][/glow]
The shadows that swirl over his body grant him extra protection from damage. While not much, it still offers Nyx some reprieve from the punishment he takes.
Mechanics: Protection, 2 ranks
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Drawbacks: Moderate Vulnerability to [Light] Descriptor [-3 PP], Minor Uncommon Involuntary Transformation [Goddess Nyx Personality] [-1 PP]
Equipment: Undercover Shirt (+2 Toughness – EP 3), Shotgun (EP – 11), Porsche (Sports Car – EP 8), North Bay Mansion (+10 Toughness, Mansion, Features – Communications, Computer, Fire Prevention System, Garage, Gym, Library, Living Space, Pool, Security System - EP 13)
Summary of Points Spent
Abilities: 12
Combat: 10
Saves: 18
Feats: 20
Skills: 19
Powers: 29
Drawbacks: -4
Total: 105
