Dr. Finitevus (Burpy's Dream)

Dr. Finitevus is a character appearing in The Legend of Fox the Brave as a major antagonist. Once a peaceful Albion scientist, he was changed irreparably as a result of an explosion caused by Chaos Energy. A twisted madman through and through, Finitevus sees the Worlds as "corrupt", and seeks to "remake" them as he sees fit. In this, he has gained a twisted obsession with Austin Smith, whose knowledge he believes will help him
He also appears in the Fallen Worlds and Godfall timelines, where his roles are largely the same. He also appears in Shadow of the Lost World, as one of Enerjak's top cronies, and the only person truly aware of the demigod's goals 
==Appearance==
Finitevus retains his appearance from the Sonic the Hedgehog Archie Comics that were released in the US.
==Personality==
Cold in demeanor, formal to a degree, and manipulative, Finitevus is among one of the more audacious villains. He gains his "allies" by supposedly lifting them from dark situations, or otherwise saving them from the schemes of his possible enemies. He only interferes in the plans of others if his own are threatened
Put simply, Finitevus is a cruel, twisted madman. He has no regard for the lives of others, and simply sees other people as pawns in his plans. Cruel and sadistic, he takes great pleasure in tormenting and taunting his enemies, particularly if he knows they're bothered by his remarks(for example, he is aware Thrash hates his people, and knows Austin is afraid of him)
In particular, he has taken an interest in Knuckles and the young warrior Austin, and appears to take a special enjoyment out of taunting them both. He additionally had a further interest in both of them, seeking to "save" them from what he saw as irrevocably corrupt Worlds; he saw Knuckles useful as the "starting ember", and Austin as someone who could help with what the doctor saw as his "vast knowledge" of the Worlds
At the end of the day, both warriors also proved to frustrate him, as they refused to accept his deals. He had a particular interest in Austin because of his "mysterious" origins and "vast knowledge" of the Worlds. He was fully aware Austin was afraid of him, and took advantage of it
==History==
=== Standalone stories ===
Dr. Finitevus was originally a peaceful, friendly scientist in the city of Albion. Despite the extremely strained relationship between the Dark Legion and the Red Fox Pack(who hated all Echidnas because of their conflict), Finitevus befriended a young fox named Firestorm. The pair began frequently meeting with each other, and hanging out. But things changed when Chaos Knuckles went on a rampage
Dr. Finitevus volunteered to stop him with a Chaos Siphon suit. Due to unseen intervention, an explosion erupted, affecting Finitevus, Firestorm, and a young Red Fox warrior named Hemlock-who was also caught in the blast. Firestorm was badly scarred, Hemlock killed, and Finitevus irreparably changed. The doctor had become a "photonegative" of Knuckles, and his demeanor had completely changed. This greatly put off Firestorm, who began to grow distant. The doctor gave the fox one of his first Warp Rings, which Firestorm would keep on a string around his neck
Later, Finitevus would escape Albion and sabotage its defenses, leading Eggman to the city to destroy it. He only revealed this to a grief-stricken Firestorm after the warrior found his deceased father. He attempted to win over Firestorm with promises of vengeance, but the red fox angrily refused, furious that his former "friend" had done this
=== Dawn of the Alliance ===
==== Austin's Adventures ====
After Austin is taken prisoner by the Dark Legion, Finitevus appears in an attempt to "rescue" him from the situation. He argues that Austin might be more "talkative" without Lien-Da looming over him. Though reluctant, she lets them leave. Not long after this, the pair encounter Firestorm, now leader of the Red Fox Pack. The red fox demands Finitevus let Austin go, but the doctor initially refuses, claiming the situation is none of his business. Firestorm successfully gets Austin to his side, but Finitevus warns them that this is not the last they'd seen of him. He then returns to the Dark Legion
When Austin is ambushed by dingoes, Finitevus appears to "save" him, despite Firestorm arriving. The doctor gets the dog through a Warp Ring, which he closes before Firestorm can reach them. Austin furiously argues that Firestorm could have saved him, but the doctor replies bluntly that he had "business" to attend to with Austin, that he didn't want interrupted. Despite Austin's insistence that the foxes were good to him, Finitevus argues against it, subtly hinting that he knows something about the young dog. Afterward, Finitevus returns to the Legion with the young dog
Some time later, Finitevus makes himself known when Austin meets the young Fox. He remarks on Fox meeting their "new visitor". After the awkward encounter, Finitevus moved away to talk to Sonic and his friends, explaining matters to them. When Fox and Austin ran off, Austin looked back to see Finitevus watching after them. Shortly thereafter, Finitevus arrives in the Chaos Chamber, startling the two boys. He explains the purpose of the Master Emerald to them, before Austin runs out in fright 
Later on, Finitevus is mentioned to be in the Chaos Chamber, but is gone by the time Austin arrives to help stop Hunter. He is not seen again for the rest of the story 
==== The Legend Begins ====
(Most of Finitevus' appearances in this story largely overlap with those in Austin's Adventures, so his appearances in this story will be the noes that are different)
After Red escapes the dingoes, and is later rejected by Redpelt's patrol, Finitevus encounters the lonely young man. Interested in him, Finitevus begins speaking to him, promising to "lift him up from his squalor", and promises him revenge, in exchange for the fox helping him. Though reluctant, Red accepts his deal
During Hunter's attack on the village, Dr. Finitevus is in the Chaos Chamber, with Lara-Le and Remington, defending the Master Emerald when Red(now Fox) enters. For unknown reasons, Dr. Fintievus remains still when Hunter throws a dart at him, and vanishes in the attack, being presumed dead
Finitevus is mentioned occasionally in Fox's thoughts, but makes no other appearances until the Epilogue, which is set from his perspective. He observes the sleeping warriors, and uses his powers, causing Fox's tail to start bristling, and him to snarl in his sleep. The doctor silently remarks that the time is almost upon them
==== Rise of a Leader ====
Aside from a few mentions, Dr. Finitevus makes only a couple appearances
In the Prologue, Firestorm sees him atop a mushroom, talking with Locke. Locke leaves, and Finitevus grins at Firestorm before disappearing through a Warp Ring. Firestorm is extremely put off by this, and leaves
Fox encounters Dr. Finitevus in the forest just west of the Mystic Ruins. After Austin leaves Fox to return to their makeshift camp, Finitevus startles Fox. He presses the red fox, requesting his help in his "quest". When Fox refuses, Finitevus begins to press him even further. Fox begins to stress about Austin possibly learning about their deal, and Finitevus laughs at him, asking what would happen if Austin learned. Too frightened to continue, Fox runs off
Finitevus later speaks with Fox after he is captured by Neo Metal Sonic. He once again tries to press Fox into accepting his help, but Fox refuses. He snarls at the doctor, who leaves, leaving the young warrior alone with his thoughts
Finally, in the epilogue, Finitevus finishes setting things up for his plans. He remarks silently about everything that happens, and lurks in the forest in time to hear Fox and Austin as they're traveling through the forest on Angel Island. With everything in place, he sets his plans into motion
==== Grip of Evil ====
Dr. Finitevus is mentioned in the Prologue by Locke, who is talking with the Spirit of Redstone. He does not appear in this chapter
Finitevus is mentioned early on when Dimitri admits to the Council of Acorn, and the visiting Fox and Austin, that Finitevus is behind the return of Enerjak. Austin confirms this to Fox, hammering home the true threat they were dealing with
When Fox and Austin reunite with the Red Fox Pack, Fox explains to them that Finitevus was behind the threat of Enerjak. The Pack is frightened, and Firestorm especially is upset. He admits to Fox and Austin that he used to be friends with Finitevus, before he changed in the Chaos Knuckles incident. Austin comments that Finitevus was a horribly twisted and cruel man, who twisted others' feelings to his advantage
As revealed in a flashback chapter, Finitevus recruited the Frost and Flame Legions to help him, and had them capture both Knuckles and Austin to bring them to the Chaos Chamber. He had intended to have Fox there too, but the warrior eluded capture. Despite Austin's protests, Finitevus tricks Knuckles into drawing power from the Master Emerald, and becoming Enerjak; Finitevus had even twisted Austin's arguments to his advantage
Later, when Fox goes to confront Finitevus, the doctor stops Fox, revealing that he placed a hex on Fox himself, a "prototype" of what he did to the Master Emerald. While he doesn't have true control over Fox, he has enough to keep the warrior at bay. After Fox passes out, Finitevus corners Austin, revealing the truth about their agreement, and viciously tormenting the young warrior
After Fox wakes up, Finitevus is confronted by Julie-Su and Archimedes. Julie-Su demands that he remove the hex, but he mockingly replies that he couldn't, even if he wanted to. He reveals as well that in order to break the hex, someone must sacrifice their own life. In response to Julie-Su, Archimedes, and Locke all choosing to do it themselves, Finitevus attacks them. Fox races for the Master Emerald, and Finitevus tries to stop him. When Fox becomes Fire Fox, Finitevus grins up at him, assuming that he is under the control of the hex as well, but he isn't
Unseen during Fox's battle with Enerjak, Finitevus was sent away by Archimedes, but later returned after Knuckles was restored. Furious at Locke breaking his hex, Finitevus rants, but is knocked off the Emerald altar by Knuckles. The Guardian demands Finitevus get back up, but the doctor escapes through a Warp Ring, living to fight another day
In the epilogue, Finitevus observes Fox leave the Base. While angry that his plans had failed, he notes that he still had more. He also notes that this was not the last that either Fox or Austin had seen the last of him
==Powers==
Regarded as a "photonegative" of Knuckles, Finitevus wields similar Chaos powers to him, but "inverted". Dr. Finitevus has corrupted, dark Chaos Powers with which he can go toe-to-toe with someone of Knuckles' caliber. He has also used these powers to create a hex on both Fox and later the Master Emerald
With his powers, he has also made the Warp Rings he used, one of which he handed to Firestorm(which is now in possession of the warriors)
== Trivia ==
In the Fallen Worlds timeline, Dr. Finitevus is the reason for Dr. Starline's interest in Austin, ironically mirroring the Echidna's own obsession in the main timeline
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