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Chimera
Beast Within
Concept: Chimera's powers merge animal genetic material, blurring human and beast lines. With each transformation, their sense of identity shifts, fueling their mission to protect the innocent from genetic exploitation.
Origin: Chimera, a seasoned, mutant hero, can merge the genetic material of various animals to access an array of biological powers, including enhanced senses, regenerative capabilities, and more.
Race: Mutant • Rank: Seasoned
Attributes
Agility d6, Smarts d8, Spirit d8, Strength d4, Vigor d8Skills
Focus d8, Notice d8, Persuasion d6, Common Knowledge d6, Survival d8, Stealth d6, Athletics d4, Fighting d4Pace: 6; Parry: 4; Toughness: 16; Power Points: 30
Hindrances
- Outsider (Major): Still sends care packages to their old lab, hoping someone will find freedom like they did.
- Big Mouth (Minor): Often argues with their ally, Dr. Zhang, over the ethics of genetic research.
- Thin Skinned (Minor): Has a habit of growling when frustrated, which sometimes startles their friends.
Edges
Super Powers,Connections,Charismatic
Powers
- Shape ChangeLevel 5(10 PP)Range: Self•Duration: SustainedChange into an animal up to Size +3.Trapping: Cellular shift
- Altered Form(2 PP)Range: Self•Duration: PermanentImmune to Called Shots, half Knockback, half impact damageTrapping: Adaptive form
- Chameleon(3 PP)Range: Self•Duration: SustainedAssume appearance of creature within 2 Size levelsTrapping: Skin-pigment mimicry
- ToughnessLevel 8(8 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent+8 Toughness.Trapping: Toughened hide
- AwarenessLevel 3(3 PP)Range: Self•Duration: PermanentIgnore 3 points of attack penalties.Trapping: Heightened senses
- Super Attribute (Vigor)Level 2(4 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent+2 die steps.Trapping: Amped vigor
Gear
- Compact sidearm (Range 12/24/48, 2d6)
Advances
- Attribute: Agility d4 → d6
- Skill: Survival d6 → d8 & Stealth d4 → d6
- Skill: Persuasion d4 → d6 & Notice d6 → d8
- Skill: Focus d6 → d8
Backstory
Chimera's origin stems from a freak lab accident, where they were exposed to a cocktail of animal DNA. This transformative event sparked their powers and drove them to use their gift for justice. A chance encounter with a wise, old owl in the lab's hidden garden defined their mission: to shield the innocent from those who would exploit the genetic code.
Appearance
Chimera's body is a dynamic, ever-changing testament to their connection with nature. Enhanced senses and regenerative capabilities make them a formidable, mutant hero. Their eyes gleam with a mix of human and animal intensity.