- ALPHA SYMMETRICAL GUARD
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Name Alpha Symmetrical Guard Dimensional Twin None (He is a UNIQUE) World Inter-dimensional Group Affiliation The Symmetrical Guard Role Agent for Mr. Fowler Powers and Abilities
- Strength
- Skilled fighter
Overview
Polaris Neri was a Prince of the Atlantean city-state of Maru. In 1945, a B-29 bomber crashed into the ocean and sank near Atlantis. Polaris’ older brother Lathe led the team investigating the wreckage and was exposed to deadly radiation emanating from a damaged A-bomb.
- ANGELICA DANIELSON
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Name Angelica Danielson Race Human Group Affiliation United States of America Role Investigative Reporter Powers and Abilities
- Strength
- Skilled fighter
Overview
Polaris Neri was a Prince of the Atlantean city-state of Maru. In 1945, a B-29 bomber crashed into the ocean and sank near Atlantis. Polaris’ older brother Lathe led the team investigating the wreckage and was exposed to deadly radiation emanating from a damaged A-bomb.
- ANTON
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Name Anton Dimensional Twin Unknown World Penumbra Group Affiliation The Resistance Role Scientist Powers and Abilities
- Strength
- Skilled fighter
Overview
Polaris Neri was a Prince of the Atlantean city-state of Maru. In 1945, a B-29 bomber crashed into the ocean and sank near Atlantis. Polaris’ older brother Lathe led the team investigating the wreckage and was exposed to deadly radiation emanating from a damaged A-bomb.
- Badrock
Real Name Thomas John McCall Current Alias Badrock Height 8′ 0″ Weight 1800 lbs. Identity Public Group Affiliation Youngblood (Home Team) First Appearance Youngblood (1992) Vol 1, Issue 0 Overview
Badrock is one of the most iconic and recognizable members of Youngblood, the United States government’s premiere sanctioned superhero team. A typical teenager named Thomas McCall, he underwent a radical physical transformation that turned his body into a massive, granite-like substance. Unlike many “monster” archetypes who view their powers as a curse, Badrock fully embraces his celebrity status and the thrill of superheroics, serving as the youthful, high-energy anchor of the Youngblood Home Team.
Origin
Thomas McCall is a typical sixteen-year-old —until his life changes forever in his father’s top-secret government laboratory. Thomas’s father was a leading scientist working on mutagenic catalysts. While in the lab, Thomas accidentally ingested a vial of a highly unstable, experimental mutagenic substance.
The chemical reaction was instantaneous and violent, triggering a massive evolutionary leap. His skin hardened into an indestructible organic rock, and his physical stature exploded to a height of eight feet. Despite the frightening nature of the transformation, Thomas retained his personality and intellect. Seeing the potential in his new form, the government immediately recruited him into the Youngblood program under the codename Badrock.
Creation
Badrock was created by artist and writer Rob Liefeld, first appearing in Youngblood #1 (1992). He was designed to be the “powerhouse” of the original Image Comics era, characterized by a massive, blocky silhouette that prioritized volume and physical presence. Over the years, he became a breakout star, appearing in numerous crossovers and even starring in his own solo limited series and one-shots.
Character Evolution
Throughout his history, Badrock has evolved from a simple “strongman” into a nuanced leader and a mentor to other young heroes. Despite his intimidating appearance, he is often the moral center of the team, balancing his adolescent enthusiasm with a growing sense of responsibility. His relationships with his teammates—specifically his camaraderie with Shaft and his protective nature toward Vogue—have humanized him beyond his rocky exterior.
Powers and Abilities
- Telepathy: Link can read surface thoughts, project his voice into the minds of others, and establish a psychic network for the team.
- Telekinesis: He possesses the ability to move objects with his mind, allowing him to create defensive barriers, manipulate mechanical switches from a distance, or launch concussive mental “pushes” against attackers.
- Mental Shielding: He is a master at masking the psychic signatures of his teammates, making the Home Team difficult for enemy sensors or telepaths to track during stealth operations.
- Intelligence Background: As a former career government agent, he is an expert in forensic data analysis and interrogation techniques.
- Swordsmanship: After leaving Youngblood Link teamed with Colonel Bravo in “Order of the Knights.” His long absence made him a proficient swordsman.
Issues
- BOOTLEG
Real Name Jamie Forester Current Alias Bootleg Group Affiliation NewMen First Appearance NewMen #9 Category Mutant Primary Ability Energy siphon, Mimicry Overview
Jamie Forester was the only daughter of a very wealthy family, living in a beautiful area of the northeast. She, however, was always upset about her lack of friends and her cliched lifestyle. She was constantly bored, and had recently been having rushes of energy her parents attributed to adrenaline. Her family later learned that this was, in fact, a sign that her Nu-Gene had manifested.
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Jamie found out about the government sponsored superhero team, the New Men. When one of her friends, a guy named Paul, mentioned in passing that he was good friends with New Man Exit, Jamie pressed him into helping her locate the New Men so she could join up. She did find the New Men, but they were already in a vicious battle with Reign, an old enemy and sometime ally to the team. Before she even explained who she was, she jumped into the fray and “borrowed” the powers of New Man, Dash. However, the gem on Reign’s forehead allowed him to manipulate minds and possess people, and he used it to turn Khyber into a mindless, rampaging monster. Even with this setback, the team, along with Jamie’s help, defeated and imprisoned Reign. Proctor recognized her as a Nu-Gene positive, and she was allowed to join the team.
Alternate look
Powers and Abilities
- Mimic powers
- On rare occasion, mimic the appearance of other people
First appearance • NewMen #9 
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