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Caterpower

Backstory/bio:
Caterpower, known affectionately as Cer-Pow to her allies, arrived in the area surrounding Omaha Nebraska sometime in the fall of '08. However, sightings of her have been known to pop up in all locales, from Florida to Texas, Ohio to the nations capitol. Her first known sighing was in New Mexico, helping students at a local elementary school rush into buildings when a gun threat was issued, and then for a short stint as a sidekick to the famous vigilante Eagle Knight, though it was less mentor-to-student and more babysitting on the older man's part. Normally one for community service (and a known ally to Girl Scouts of America), Cer-Pow seems to have moved onto bigger projects as well. Bullies, con-men and others who preyed upon the odd and naive were systematically captured with surveillance, the evidence finding it's way to local detectives, and the ne'erdowells left with black eyes and tarnished reputations. Now that small-fry crime is on the fall, Cer-Pow has her be-lensed eyes on even bigger criminals.

A rather friendly girl, she lacks all social graces. Cer-Pow is far more intent on her mission than misconceptions and polite carriage. Unerringly honest, even in situations where it's better to lie, she's gotten in trouble for her need to always state things 'as they are.' She can be crass and over-literal, has been known to get frustrated easily, and dislikes sarcasm and witty dialogue. These often get Caterpower in trouble with other vigilantes; it's not that she thinks she's better, it's that she accidentally finds the big red button and presses it for almost everyone she meets.

Technology/weaponry:
Cer-Pow avoids lethal force if she can, and in fact, is decidedly defensive in most of her weaponry. She depends mainly on her own intellect and strength to carry her though encounters. Caterpower generally prefers close combat and her own brand of rough-shod martial arts, and while no expert, she is effective nonetheless.

Offensive—
Carles': Named after the author of her favorite childhood book, carles are her spiked wrist bands. As Caterpower's punches are usually enough, these may seem redundant; however, they help her to aim in the dark, their strange neon material making a glow in Cer-Pow's goggles. They also can be removed from the glove and used in close combat, though this is generally avoided.

Firewater: One of the deadliest things in the strange girl's arsenal. On her hip, in a safety container at can attach to the inside of her shield, lie various vials of nasty liquids. Many contain vicious acids; others, flammable fluid and incendiaries, all in labeled cartridges. Though she'd like to only have to use them when opening walls, she knows there will come a day where she will be forced to use one against another human being.

Defensive—
Big-Eyes: Caterpower's specially manufactured goggles. She acquired them from her mentor and father, a military strategist of the highest caliber. They can track various light emissions, monitor chemical levels in the air, and adjust to light-darkness so Cer-Pow can always see. They also allow her to mask her identity, but that's always just a bonus.

Hard Head: Her helmet, the second part to Big-Eyes, though used less frequently. The goggles snap into the visor, and their power is increased tenfold; we're talking environmental readouts, connection to HQ, floodlights, the works. With all the application possibilities as an iphone, it can be anything she needs it to be, if previously programmed. However, during mission encounters, Cer-Pow is stuck with whatever she chose, and can't edit functions in the thick of battle. Some aspects are permanent; searchlight above the goggles, partial gasmask (which she'd rather not be forced to test), optional soundproofing and shutters for explosions.

The Cocoon: Three yards of experimental fabric. Although not fully tested, so far it had withstood a flame thrower, kept the wearer alive in subzero temperatures, and weights close to what an equal amount of silk would. It is stronger than steel, and though not entirely bulletproof, can be used in a pinch if her Chrysalis is out of commission or forgotten.

Chrysalis: Her main weapon, a giant shield. It was at one time riot-control special op's issue, but has undergone a makeover. Spiked along the sides, the little cones are not meant for attack; instead, they emit a very low amount of ultra-red light that can be identified with her Big-Eyes. It, like Cocoon, is very made of light polymer, buoyant and strong. It still weighs a lot, like a computer monitor from the early nineties. It hangs to her back with backpack like straps, however these are detachable and often one-use only. It can withstand bullets, swords, arrows, FLAMING arrows, and everything the cocoon can. Though it's unwieldy and ugly, it has saved Cer-Pow any number of times.

Stats:
Strength:********
Charm:**
Speed:*
Intelligence:*********

Other:
Cer-Pow does not have a Drivers License, and often relies on rides from friends when going out and about in the big city. Instead, she usually runs or bikes to the emergencies. She's also a-- well, a bigger girl. Six feet of not entirely muscle and a nerd to boot. With military inspired gear from her father, she's had to work very hard in order to keep her activities from reflecting badly on the boys in blue.

Not exactly an iconic beauty, Cer-Pow likes to hide behind her goggles and shield, leading many to believe she has a 'secret identity' that she dreads being discovered. Cer-Pow doesn't care if you know her boring-self, though, and only wears the get up because she'd get laughed at by her friends if she wore her street clothes while lugging a gigantic shield around. Somehow, a costume is less mortifying.



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