Thaedus

> Viltrumite against Viltrumite? That has not happened since the "great purge".
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> Thaedus' response to learning of Omni-Man and Invincible's battle on Earth in This Missive, This Machination!

**Thaedus** is the founder and leader of the Coalition of Planets. Secretly a Viltrumite, but unlike Omni-Man, is not a secret agent for his people.

## History

Little is known of Thaedus, except that he founded the Coalition of Planets, to bring unity to the galaxy, and an end to the Viltrumite expansion. He is also a Viltrumite, but currently it is entirely unknown on how he went from being on Viltrum to forming and leading the Coalition of Planets. He also found great shock when hearing from "another" that two Viltrumites battled and remarking the last time such a thing happened was during the "Great Purge".

When Thaedus, learned a planet, that recently joined the coalition, was raided by the Viltrumites, he employed Allen to keep an eye out on the coalition as he believes a mole has infiltrated the organization. Much later, Allen was grievously wounded, he discovered from Telia that Allen was still alive, he tried to offer remorse of Allen's condition being that of pure luck thanks to the Unopian will, Telia was relieved of her duties to watch over Allen and instead Thaedus watched over him, then he strangely lowers the power on Allen's life support before apologizing to the comatose Unopan.

## Physical Appearance

Thaedus's appearance is older than that of Nolan, but almost similar to Conquest, he wears a light yellow and golden royal outfit with large sleeves and a linear bowl like skirt.

## Personality

Thaedus is stern leader, called wise Thadeus for a reason, he respects those that bring hope and purity much like Allen, he can also respectable in a way, upon the manner on which provided sympathy towards Telia.

## Powers and Abilities

* **Viltrumite Physiology**: As a Viltrumite, Thaedus has a wide array of abilities common among his race. Viltrumite genes are extremely adaptive and powerful. As a Viltrumite, Thaedus' genetics are so potent, he can reproduce with almost any other race and his genetics will almost completely overshadow the inherit genetics of the mate, making said offspring almost purely Viltrumite themselves. Likewise, the more naturally compatible the genetics are to the mate's race, the sooner and more likely the offspring will inherit all the standard Viltrumite abilities.
	+ **Superhuman Strength**: Thaedus exhibits the ability to lift and press several tons, showcasing immense physical strength that allows him to confront powerful adversaries.
	+ **Superhuman Speed**: Thaedus can move at tremendous speeds, able to travel anywhere in the world in mere minutes if not seconds.
	+ **Superhuman Stamina**: Thaedus can sustain physical exertion for prolonged periods of time without showing any signs of exhaustion. He can likewise endure some of the most grievous of injuries that would instantly kill a human.
	+ **Enhanced Lung Capacity**: Thaedus possesses the remarkable physiological ability to sustain his breath for extended periods of time, spanning several weeks.
	+ **Nigh-Invulnerability**: Thaedus' body is incredibly resilient, allowing him to withstand a wide range of attacks without sustaining any significant harm. He can walk away unscathed from explosions, bullets, and even powerful energy-based assaults.
	+ **Flight**: Thaedus can levitate himself in the air and propel himself in any direction he desires, able to alter his trajectory mid-flight, letting him maneuver seamlessly through various environments. He is also able to fly through space.
	+ **Superhuman Senses**: Thaedus possesses an exceptional auditory perception surpassing human capabilities, allowing him to discern sounds emanating from considerable distances and selectively drown out specific noises.
	+ **Reactive Adaptation**: Thaedus exhibits remarkable resilience and adaptability, displaying a propensity for continual growth and improvement throughout his lifespan. His physical strength, speed, and durability progressively augment in correlation with the level of adversity he faces or the severity of injuries he recovers from. Moreover, his combat experience fosters an innate ability to assimilate knowledge and insights from past encounters, enabling him to refine his tactics and enhance his efficiency in subsequent engagements.
	+ **Regenerative Healing Factor**: Thaedus' regenerative abilities are highly advanced, enabling him to recover from injuries at an accelerated rate. This, combined with his exceptional durability, makes him a nearly unstoppable force in battle.
	+ **Decelerated Aging**: Thaedus possesses an extraordinarily lifespan. This stems from his body gradually aging slower the longer he lives. From this, it allows him to retain his health, vitality, conditioning, performance, and youthful appearance that much longer. Despite being several millennia old, he remains a robust individual.
	+ **Superhuman Senses**: Thaedus possesses an exceptional auditory perception far surpassing human capabilities, allowing him to discern sounds emanating from considerable distances and selectively drown out specific noises. His vision is equally advanced, able to discern distant objects with the same clarity as though they were in close proximity. Likewise, this grants him an equally powerful equilibrium and balance, able to maintain his stability and poise even in challenging situations.
	+ **Reactive Adaptation**: Thaedus exhibits remarkable resilience and adaptability, displaying a propensity for continual growth and improvement throughout his lifespan. His physical strength, speed, and durability progressively augment in correlation with the level of adversity he faces or the severity of injuries he recovers from. Moreover, his combat experience fosters an innate ability to assimilate knowledge and insights from past encounters, enabling him to refine his tactics and enhance his efficiency in subsequent engagements.

## Abilities

* **Leadership**: Since he is the founder and supreme leader of the Coalition, Thaedus has led the Coalition throughout stressful times against the Viltrum Empire and the planets taken by them.

## Weaknesses

* **High-Frequency Sounds**: The effects of high-frequency noise through Thaedus' ears can be detrimental. It throws off his equilibrium, inhibiting his ability to fly, causing extreme pain, and may even possibly kill him. Depending on how strong the frequency determines that pain of attack.

## Trivia

* Thaedus is the first Viltrumite to betray the Viltrum Empire.
* Thaedus is voiced by well known voice actor, Peter Cullen, who previously voiced Optimus Prime in a number of transformers media.
* Elements of Thaedus could based on Highfather and Jor-El from the DC Comics.