Post by Tobias on Sept 13, 2008 0:25:12 GMT -6
Name: Tobias
Age: 24 (Looks 40)
Race: Tyradian
Physical Description: Tyradians look exactly the same as humans. The only thing that sets them apart is the ability to absorb characteristics of another race by contact. However, this ability only works once, and does not change physical appearance.
His buzzed, black hair is starting to speckle with random strands of grey, giving it a silvery appearance. He is clean shaven, and has green eyes. His usual attire consists of urban camo cargo pants, pockets filled with clips, and a sleeveless flak jacket. He also wears simple, black shoes, black, leather gloves, and a necklace with a cross shaped pendant. The only other distinguishing marks on his body are four dates tattooed along his right shoulder and bicep in black ink.
Bio: Tobais grew up on the once proud planet of Tyraid, in the country of Krasik, and had, for the most part, a normal life. He was close with his family, especially his father and grandfather, who were both in the military. His father was a high ranking officer in the Krasik Marines, and his grandfather an Admiral for the Navy. As a child, he'd always had illusions of grandeur, most involving himself as a soldier.
When he was finally of age, he joined the military, satisfied to be mere infantry. As fate would have it, Tobias joined up just in time for war. The enemy was not another country. They weren't even from the same universe, some would say. It was a convincing argument, as the invading beasts had powers beyond imagination. The either destroyed, or devoured everything they touched, and had unmatchable speed. It would even seem that they would have been able to turn invisible from time to time. The war became known as Tyraid's Last Stand, as the whole planet got involved, trying to defend itself. The other source of the name, was the fact that Tyraid lost, badly. The war lasted no longer than a month, and in the end, there was literally nothing left of the world.
During a fierce battle, Tobias had been cornered by a small unit of the invaders, who'd become known as Impossibilities. As one of them pinned him against a wall, readying the coup de gras, he chose to take on the characteristics of his soon to be killers. The ability, exclusive to Tyradians, could only be used once, and was permanent. That being the case, it was up to the individual to choose wisely. The ability that Tobias received was apparently one that allowed him to freeze time, which he used to escape from the Impossibilities.
His escape didn't last long, as the invaders had this ability as well, and eventually caught on, giving pursuit. It was only by some amazing luck that another strange visitor was able to eliminate his pursuers. The new visitor pulled him through some sort of blue portal, and explained that he could never return to Tyraid, as the dimension was being collapsed, and effectively destroying the invaders along with it. He was told that he was saved because he was the only remnant of the Tyradians, now a once proud race. This sole survivor would prove to be the only record left of his world. The man who'd saved Tobias was named Xavier Peace, and brought the Tyradian to the world of Haven.
Tobias now works for the IDPD, having told Haven's Interdimensional historians all he knew of his home world. He owes his life to Xavier, but acts as more of a exclusive mercenary than an actual officer. Since the collapse of Tyraid, he has all but mastered his stolen ability.
Mindset: Tobias is very quiet, speaking only when it's important. He is usually found in high, hard to get to places. His main directive is to complete the missions he is given, but on rare occasions, he allows his personal feelings to cloud his judgment. Tobias prefers to work alone.
Weapons and Abilities: Tobias carries a custom designed rifle, with two barrels, vertically stacked, and a separate clip for each, as well as individual triggers. Essentially, it is two rifles placed in the same frame, and has a holster on his back.
He has the ability known as Personal Timeframe Alteration. This ability allows him to accelerate himself to the point where he becomes invisible to those not accelerated. To him, however, it merely seems as if time is frozen for everyone and everything else.
It is now without it's drawbacks, though. One of the largest, is the fact that he can not breathe while accelerated, as his diaphragm is moving faster than the air can travel into his lungs. Another drawback, is that he can't affect objects that aren't in the accelerated space. This means that he can't open doors, move people, or even attack. A close range attack would be just like striking a mountain, and, though he can pull the trigger of a gun, the bullet will not leave the chamber until he exits the accelerated state. The only drawback visible to others, is that, while accelerated, he still ages. Thus, though he is still quite young, he looks much older.
Age: 24 (Looks 40)
Race: Tyradian
Physical Description: Tyradians look exactly the same as humans. The only thing that sets them apart is the ability to absorb characteristics of another race by contact. However, this ability only works once, and does not change physical appearance.
His buzzed, black hair is starting to speckle with random strands of grey, giving it a silvery appearance. He is clean shaven, and has green eyes. His usual attire consists of urban camo cargo pants, pockets filled with clips, and a sleeveless flak jacket. He also wears simple, black shoes, black, leather gloves, and a necklace with a cross shaped pendant. The only other distinguishing marks on his body are four dates tattooed along his right shoulder and bicep in black ink.
Bio: Tobais grew up on the once proud planet of Tyraid, in the country of Krasik, and had, for the most part, a normal life. He was close with his family, especially his father and grandfather, who were both in the military. His father was a high ranking officer in the Krasik Marines, and his grandfather an Admiral for the Navy. As a child, he'd always had illusions of grandeur, most involving himself as a soldier.
When he was finally of age, he joined the military, satisfied to be mere infantry. As fate would have it, Tobias joined up just in time for war. The enemy was not another country. They weren't even from the same universe, some would say. It was a convincing argument, as the invading beasts had powers beyond imagination. The either destroyed, or devoured everything they touched, and had unmatchable speed. It would even seem that they would have been able to turn invisible from time to time. The war became known as Tyraid's Last Stand, as the whole planet got involved, trying to defend itself. The other source of the name, was the fact that Tyraid lost, badly. The war lasted no longer than a month, and in the end, there was literally nothing left of the world.
During a fierce battle, Tobias had been cornered by a small unit of the invaders, who'd become known as Impossibilities. As one of them pinned him against a wall, readying the coup de gras, he chose to take on the characteristics of his soon to be killers. The ability, exclusive to Tyradians, could only be used once, and was permanent. That being the case, it was up to the individual to choose wisely. The ability that Tobias received was apparently one that allowed him to freeze time, which he used to escape from the Impossibilities.
His escape didn't last long, as the invaders had this ability as well, and eventually caught on, giving pursuit. It was only by some amazing luck that another strange visitor was able to eliminate his pursuers. The new visitor pulled him through some sort of blue portal, and explained that he could never return to Tyraid, as the dimension was being collapsed, and effectively destroying the invaders along with it. He was told that he was saved because he was the only remnant of the Tyradians, now a once proud race. This sole survivor would prove to be the only record left of his world. The man who'd saved Tobias was named Xavier Peace, and brought the Tyradian to the world of Haven.
Tobias now works for the IDPD, having told Haven's Interdimensional historians all he knew of his home world. He owes his life to Xavier, but acts as more of a exclusive mercenary than an actual officer. Since the collapse of Tyraid, he has all but mastered his stolen ability.
Mindset: Tobias is very quiet, speaking only when it's important. He is usually found in high, hard to get to places. His main directive is to complete the missions he is given, but on rare occasions, he allows his personal feelings to cloud his judgment. Tobias prefers to work alone.
Weapons and Abilities: Tobias carries a custom designed rifle, with two barrels, vertically stacked, and a separate clip for each, as well as individual triggers. Essentially, it is two rifles placed in the same frame, and has a holster on his back.
He has the ability known as Personal Timeframe Alteration. This ability allows him to accelerate himself to the point where he becomes invisible to those not accelerated. To him, however, it merely seems as if time is frozen for everyone and everything else.
It is now without it's drawbacks, though. One of the largest, is the fact that he can not breathe while accelerated, as his diaphragm is moving faster than the air can travel into his lungs. Another drawback, is that he can't affect objects that aren't in the accelerated space. This means that he can't open doors, move people, or even attack. A close range attack would be just like striking a mountain, and, though he can pull the trigger of a gun, the bullet will not leave the chamber until he exits the accelerated state. The only drawback visible to others, is that, while accelerated, he still ages. Thus, though he is still quite young, he looks much older.