Concussion
Context
Concussion was seen but twice, in 1986 and 1992. He’s mostly there since there was a need for “seed” Russian characters. That is, obscure characters who could be developed and fleshed out for the means of tabletop RPG campaigns.
So his genericness was useful in this regard.
Background
- Real Name: Mikhail (last name unrevealed).
- Marital Status: Unrevealed.
- Known Relatives: None.
- Group Affiliation: Garnoff Underground.
- Base Of Operations: Russia.
- Height: 5’8” Weight: 150 lbs.
- Eyes: Brown Hair: Black
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Powers and Abilities
Concussion can project large concussive blasts from his hands. These are usually a translucent violet energy. The beam can be very wide if needed, blowing up a large area.
History
Concussion was first seen as part of the group of mutant dissidents working in USSR with Father Garnoff (aka Blind Faith). That was likely after having being rescued from governmental efforts at mutant elimination, containment and study.
One of his documented missions involved attacking a concentration camp for mutants run by unethical doctor Heinreich. Garnoff’s men used the diversion triggered by the American covert mutant of X-Factor to free experimental mutant subjects.
Like nearly all members of the Garnoff Underground, he was later murdered in a brutal assault by the dreaded mutant hunter Firefox.
Description
Concussion dresses like an everyday 1980s Russian man – no flashy costume.
Personality
Concussion seemed to be a bit of a wiseass, somewhat frank and sarcastic. He enjoyed chain-smoking ghastly hand-rolled cigarettes.
Game Stats — DC Heroes RPG
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Concussion
| Dex: 03 | Str: 02 | Bod: 04 | Motivation: Uphold Father Garnoff |
| Int: 03 | Wil: 02 | Min: 03 | Occupation: Mutant dissident |
| Inf: 03 | Aur: 02 | Spi: 03 | Resources {or Wealth}: 003 |
| Init: 011 | HP: 015 |
Powers:
Energy blast: 09
Bonuses and Limitations:
Energy Blast has adjustable Area of Effect (up to two APs).
Skills:
Accuracy (Energy Blast): 05, Evasion (Ranged only): 04
Advantages:
Language (Russian), Lightning Reflexes.
Connections:
Garnoff Underground (High).
Drawbacks:
MIA toward Nicotine, Mistrust (Mutant).
Game Stats — DC Adventures RPG
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Concussion — Averaged PL 5.2
| STR | STA | AGL | DEX | FGT | INT | AWE | PRE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00 | 02 | 00 | 01 | 01 | 01 | 00 | 01 |
Powers
Concussive Force • 025 points • Descriptor: Mutant, concussion
Array:
- Concussion Blast — Ranged Damage 8, Multiattack.
- Wide Angle Blast — Damage 8, Cone.
Combat Advantages
Defensive Roll 2, Evasion, Improved Initiative.
Other Advantages
Languages 1 (English, Russian is native).
Skills
Athletics 2 (+2), Close Combat: Unarmed 2 (+3), Expertise: Current Affairs 2 (+3), Insight 1 (+1), Perception 2 (+3), Ranged Combat: Concussive force 6 (+7)
Offense
| Initiative +4 |
| Unarmed +3, Close, Damage 0 |
| Concussive Blast +7, Ranged, Damage 8 |
| Wide Angle Blast DC 18, Area (Cone), Damage 8 |
Defence
| Dodge | 05 | Fortitude | 06 |
| Parry | 03 | Toughness | 04/2* |
| Will | 002 |
* Without Defensive Roll.
Complications
- Loyalty Mikhail is loyal to the mutant dissident cause.
- Mutant dissident Mikhail was targeted for capture or termination by the authorities.
Powers Levels
- Trade-off areas. Attack/Effect PL 8, Dodge/Toughness PL 5, Parry/Toughness PL 4, Fort/Will PL 4.
- Points total 063 Abilities 12, Defences 13, Skills 08, Powers 25, Devices 00, Advantages 05. Equiv. PL 5.
Source of Character: Marvel Universe.
Helper(s): Pawsplay (M&M stats).