Superhero Draft - team write-ups and post-draft rankings to be done
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Löwenherz
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Dark Claw is from a mid-nineties collabrotive effort by Marvel and DC in which they combined popular characters from each of their "universes" to form new characters which smashed together the powers and backstories of the old ones. They were published under the fictitous comic company Amaglam Comics.
In this case, Dark Claw is "Logan Wayne" a billionaire playboy who also has mutant super-healing powers and watched his parents get murdered in front of him as a child. After he was orphaned he was sent to live with his uncle in Canada (who was then also killed) before joining the Royal Candian Army, taking part in the "Weapons X" program in which adamantum metal was infused to his body. He then decided to avenge his parents death by fighting crime in "New Gotham City" after traveling the world honing his martial arts and criminology skills. Mr. Logan Wayne now lives up the life of an irresponsible, superficial playboy by day, while fighting crime under the secret identity Dark Claw by night.
NME
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Looks like it was one of the many "Amalgam" DC/Marvel crossovers where they made up combinations of a character from each company. If Amalgams are fair game, I want to change one of my picks!
Mad D
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If my pick is no good I always have a backup. I'll just leave the post for historical and forum post continuation purposes.
The Amalgam comics were all one shot issues, but were all written and published as if they existed for years (sort of confused me when I was little). It would be like be like drafted a character from a movie with no sequels or one time cartoon special.
NME you still have picks left, you can always pick up Dr. Strangefate or Dr Doomsday
I could always draft a better known and less ambiguous character. I wouldn't mind. I picked him out of all the Amalgam characters because he was the least tacky looking.
Just look at Spider-Boy:
Sun glasses, leather jacked, wavy hair and a gun. All he is missing is nun-chucks, skate board and a word bubble with "Totally Dude" in it.
The Amalgam comics were all one shot issues, but were all written and published as if they existed for years (sort of confused me when I was little). It would be like be like drafted a character from a movie with no sequels or one time cartoon special.
NME you still have picks left, you can always pick up Dr. Strangefate or Dr Doomsday
I could always draft a better known and less ambiguous character. I wouldn't mind. I picked him out of all the Amalgam characters because he was the least tacky looking.
Just look at Spider-Boy:
Sun glasses, leather jacked, wavy hair and a gun. All he is missing is nun-chucks, skate board and a word bubble with "Totally Dude" in it.
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Egad...
kingsnation
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So can I pick now, or do I wait for Mad D?
Jespher
Starter
I'll give Mad D some time to make up his pick. If it isn't in by tomorrow morning, then maybe we can move this thing along
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Mad D
Starter
Scarlet Witch
Daughter of Magneto and sister of Quicksilver.
Power
Her power is reality warping, the most famous instance is when she whispered "no more mutants" and made everything go away. The end result was 90% of the mutant character de-powered, including at one point Professor X.
Here is the list of de-powered characters and re-powered.
Thanks to her reality warping fit, some significant events remained like Wolverine's remembering of his lost memories and characters like Hawkeye and Ms Marvel were brought back to life. Here is the link to House of M, for any other background on things that she messed up in the Marvel universe.
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kingsnation
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Cool. Picks upcoming.
kingsnation
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With their 5th selection, kingsnation selects...
Aquaman
Was stuck with a couple others but decided to go Aquaman for a couple reasons. This Superhero team will own ALL areas of Earth & Galaxy, including Ocean.
Aquaman has a number of superhuman powers, most of which derive from the fact that he is adapted to live in the depths of the ocean. Primary among his powers is the ability to extract oxygen from water, allowing him to 'breathe' while submerged. He is unaffected by the immense pressure and the cold temperature of the ocean depths; further, he possesses superhuman durability high enough to shrug off machine gun fire from multiple helicopters and survive the detonation of a torpedo. He also possesses superhuman strength high enough to hold up a building, pick up a tank, throw a car with enough force to knock Ultraman out of flight, and trade blows with an OMAC unit. He is likewise able to swim at very high speeds, capable of reaching speeds of 10,000 feet per second with no ill effects, and can swim Niagara Falls upstream. He can see in near total darkness and has enhanced hearing granting limited sonar. Although he can remain underwater indefinitely without suffering any ill effects.
Aquaman's most famous (or infamous) power is the telepathic ability to communicate with/command oceanic life. The range of this power is unclear; certainly he can summon sea life from vast distances. Although this power is most often and most easily used on marine life, Aquaman has on multiple occasions demonstrated the capacity to affect any being that lives upon the sea (e.g. sea eagles), or even any being evolved from marine life (e.g., humans).
He has also demonstrated classic telepathic abilities such as reading minds, and has even given one of the Hyperclan a seizure.
After the loss of his left hand, Aquaman initially replaced it with a cybernetic harpoon that responded to his thoughts (shaping into a metal hand) and could be fired while staying attached via a retractable line. Later, the harpoon was replaced by a magical hand made out of water given to him by the Lady of the Lake, which grants Aquaman numerous abilities, including but not limited to: the ability to dehydrate anyone he touches with it, killing them instantly; to make the hand extremely dense, thus taking Aquaman to the ocean floor quickly; the ability to shape the hand into a weapon; the ability to shoot jets of scalding water; healing abilities; the ability to create portals into mystical dimensions; the ability to communicate with the Lady of the Lake through the waterbearer hand; and the ability to nullify magic.
Was stuck with a couple others but decided to go Aquaman for a couple reasons. This Superhero team will own ALL areas of Earth & Galaxy, including Ocean.
Aquaman has a number of superhuman powers, most of which derive from the fact that he is adapted to live in the depths of the ocean. Primary among his powers is the ability to extract oxygen from water, allowing him to 'breathe' while submerged. He is unaffected by the immense pressure and the cold temperature of the ocean depths; further, he possesses superhuman durability high enough to shrug off machine gun fire from multiple helicopters and survive the detonation of a torpedo. He also possesses superhuman strength high enough to hold up a building, pick up a tank, throw a car with enough force to knock Ultraman out of flight, and trade blows with an OMAC unit. He is likewise able to swim at very high speeds, capable of reaching speeds of 10,000 feet per second with no ill effects, and can swim Niagara Falls upstream. He can see in near total darkness and has enhanced hearing granting limited sonar. Although he can remain underwater indefinitely without suffering any ill effects.
Aquaman's most famous (or infamous) power is the telepathic ability to communicate with/command oceanic life. The range of this power is unclear; certainly he can summon sea life from vast distances. Although this power is most often and most easily used on marine life, Aquaman has on multiple occasions demonstrated the capacity to affect any being that lives upon the sea (e.g. sea eagles), or even any being evolved from marine life (e.g., humans).
He has also demonstrated classic telepathic abilities such as reading minds, and has even given one of the Hyperclan a seizure.
After the loss of his left hand, Aquaman initially replaced it with a cybernetic harpoon that responded to his thoughts (shaping into a metal hand) and could be fired while staying attached via a retractable line. Later, the harpoon was replaced by a magical hand made out of water given to him by the Lady of the Lake, which grants Aquaman numerous abilities, including but not limited to: the ability to dehydrate anyone he touches with it, killing them instantly; to make the hand extremely dense, thus taking Aquaman to the ocean floor quickly; the ability to shape the hand into a weapon; the ability to shoot jets of scalding water; healing abilities; the ability to create portals into mystical dimensions; the ability to communicate with the Lady of the Lake through the waterbearer hand; and the ability to nullify magic.
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kingsnation
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My last pick and the first pick of Round 6 is upcoming..
Time to round out the teams!
Time to round out the teams!
kingsnation
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With their 6th and final selection, kingsnation selects...
Tarzan
Again, couple ways to go with this pick. But went this way for a few reasons:
a. He can control nearly every land animal. Therefore, between him and Aquaman - our team will have nearly the entire animal kingdom as a part of our army.
b. He is immune to mind reading.
c. He is immortal.
Tarzan's jungle upbringing gave him abilities above and beyond those of ordinary humans. These abilities include climbing, clinging, and leaping as well as any great ape, as well as walking on all fours exceptionally well, despite his human frame. His senses are enhanced; he is able to smell food or poachers at least two thirds of a mile away, and hear approaching stampedes from two. He can read body language exceptionally well. He is an excellent judge of character.
His strength, speed, agility, reflexes, balance, flexibility, reaction time, and swimming abilities are much better than normal. He has wrestled full grown bull apes and gorillas, rhinos, crocodiles, anacondas, sharks, big cats and even dinosaurs.
He has bent iron bars in his bare hands and easily lifted large treasure chests one-handed that four burly sailors had trouble with. His aim never fails.
He is capable of communicating with nearly every species of animal in the jungle.
He can recover from wounds that would kill normal men, such as gunshot wounds to the head. He was trained as a soldier in World War I and possesses advanced learning skills which enabled him to teach himself how to read with nothing but a few books. He is attacked by a sorcerer who is using a magic rock for mind control, only to discover Tarzan is immune to mental probing. Eventually, Tarzan becomes immortal due to a witch doctor's potion.
Tarzan
Again, couple ways to go with this pick. But went this way for a few reasons:
a. He can control nearly every land animal. Therefore, between him and Aquaman - our team will have nearly the entire animal kingdom as a part of our army.
b. He is immune to mind reading.
c. He is immortal.
Tarzan's jungle upbringing gave him abilities above and beyond those of ordinary humans. These abilities include climbing, clinging, and leaping as well as any great ape, as well as walking on all fours exceptionally well, despite his human frame. His senses are enhanced; he is able to smell food or poachers at least two thirds of a mile away, and hear approaching stampedes from two. He can read body language exceptionally well. He is an excellent judge of character.
His strength, speed, agility, reflexes, balance, flexibility, reaction time, and swimming abilities are much better than normal. He has wrestled full grown bull apes and gorillas, rhinos, crocodiles, anacondas, sharks, big cats and even dinosaurs.
He has bent iron bars in his bare hands and easily lifted large treasure chests one-handed that four burly sailors had trouble with. His aim never fails.
He is capable of communicating with nearly every species of animal in the jungle.
He can recover from wounds that would kill normal men, such as gunshot wounds to the head. He was trained as a soldier in World War I and possesses advanced learning skills which enabled him to teach himself how to read with nothing but a few books. He is attacked by a sorcerer who is using a magic rock for mind control, only to discover Tarzan is immune to mental probing. Eventually, Tarzan becomes immortal due to a witch doctor's potion.
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Löwenherz
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Bricklayer
Don't Make Me Use The Bat
He is immortal?
Wait, what sort of sad sick comic book power up joke is this?
Wait, what sort of sad sick comic book power up joke is this?
Mad D
Starter
She is heroic enough for me...She's married to a hero too, but became a bit crazy once Mephisto messed with her kids. I'll allow this pick. Kingsnation is on the clock
Oh good, I did chose a bad example of her use of power though
My backup for unlimited power type was going to be one of the other Green Lanterns or one of these ladies: 
Which ever one is the strongest, right?
My last pick is coming up next. I'm also on clock for villains too, give me a minute.
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kingsnation
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GoGoGadget
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from the 70's.
Sounds about right.
NME
Starter
Got me there, too. I thought his powers were vine swinging, a loud yell, and a spotty command of grammar.
Mad D
Starter
I never read the comics but I did watch the TV show of my next pick. Here is the very 90's intro:
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My pick from this very similar to the X-Men team is:
Zealot (Lady Zannah) from Wildstorm comic's WildC.A.T.s
Powers
Standard super human set of powers, 1000 years of combat experience (looks good for her age), best friend is an exotic dancer and magic.
I also just read that the man who created this series (Jim Lee) was the man who created the 90's X-Men look. Explains my interest when I was younger. Since Psylocke gone I took the alternate.
White pupils and leather suits
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My pick from this very similar to the X-Men team is:
Zealot (Lady Zannah) from Wildstorm comic's WildC.A.T.s
Powers
Standard super human set of powers, 1000 years of combat experience (looks good for her age), best friend is an exotic dancer and magic.
I also just read that the man who created this series (Jim Lee) was the man who created the 90's X-Men look. Explains my interest when I was younger. Since Psylocke gone I took the alternate.
White pupils and leather suits
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Whoever at Marvel gave the green light to House of M should be dragged into the street and shot on the six o'clock news.
NoBonus
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As it has been predetermined... I now bring forth the master planner of my superhero/save the world team... this person saw the many futures and selected this course of action to defeat any and all supervillain plans... with the sixth pick, as it has been predetermined I select Paul Atreides from Dune.
Why did I select Paul Atreides?
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Oh, that's right, he is the flipping Kwisatz Haderach! His name is a killing word! He brings death eternal!
What is there to say about Paul? He was brought up as a leader and warrior.... He sees the future like stands of hair and can select the one he chooses by manipulating himself.... and is the kind of guy that would marry a woman he does not even know and allow himself to be killed simply for the good of the team (if needed). Basically, Paul can pick out the future he likes best and is man enough to do the things needed to get there. So when Prof X wants to build a giant glass prison for a captured foe like Magneto, Paul would not be objected to pulling out his knife and cutting off Magneto's head if that would lead to the best future. Let's face it, no comic superhero has enough nerve and strength to see past feelings and really make decisions for the greater good. For example, if Paul Atreides fought Lex Luthor, Paul would just speak a word and Luthor would be dead for good. You see... you do not screw with Paul... Also, with Paul given the use of Voltron, Reed Richard's mind, Jeannie's abilities, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter, and being able to select the future he wishes, your super villain squad will be blinked into the center of a distant star before your first evil planning meeting is over.
Here are some of the many many powers Paul has:
Also, as an added bonus, Paul killed Sting!
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GoGoGadget
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While I want to make sure my last pick is more badass than magic, I also knew that my team needed at least one more hero with a genuine interest in honor and truth and helping people... junk like that. Also, doesn't hurt that she looks cute in a form fitting, stylized, gator skin suit.
Niobe - The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, Enter the Matrix (2003) -- Regardless your opinion of the franchise once it expanded beyond the first film, Niobe is a pretty awesome character. Easily my favorite beyond Neo himself. From Wikipedia:
Niobe - The Matrix Reloaded, The Matrix Revolutions, Enter the Matrix (2003) -- Regardless your opinion of the franchise once it expanded beyond the first film, Niobe is a pretty awesome character. Easily my favorite beyond Neo himself. From Wikipedia:
Man, great choice. I think some of these matchups are going to be tough!
Bricklayer
Don't Make Me Use The Bat
Duke Nukem
I had a bunch of choices I liked for this final spot, but I decided it was high time to add some (bad) attitude to my team of do gooders. Violent, misogynistic, indominatable badass attitude. An amalgram of every over the top action hero in Hollywood history, Duke is the most macho "hero" of all time (and also a legendary quipster once I missed out on Buffy). He's what Chuck Norris wishes he could be if he ever grows some hair on chest. He's the sort of antihero who would take one look at some tights wearing comic book supervillain and give him an atomic wedgie before kicking his *** right off the planet (and returning to the strip club for a cold one). You throw some invincible fire breathing monster in his way and he'd shoot it in the privates and make it beg for mommy before showing it what bad breath is really about. You don't mess with Duke, his women, or his ride. And you don't mess with my team now that he is on it. Its time to kick *** and chew bubblegum...and Duke's all out of gum.
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