Savior

**Benjamin Smith**, better known as "**Savior**" is the main protagonist of the Nexus Universe. He is the leader of the superhero team The Legion.

## Origin

In the year 2000, an eighteen-year-old named Benjamin Smith embarked on a journey that would shape the course of his life in remarkable ways. Driven by a lifelong dream of becoming a superhero, Ben eagerly embraced an opportunity to participate in a covert Russian experiment designed to create individuals with extraordinary abilities. Coordinated with the assistance of the CIA, Ben's path led him to a nondescript, isolated facility in Russia.

Upon his arrival, Ben found himself in the company of nineteen other candidates, all sharing his aspirations. Their collective pursuit of superhero status unfolded within the confines of an enigmatic and seemingly remote facility. The candidates were summoned to an assembly, presided over by a man who introduced himself as Dr. Petrov, a figure marked by a distinctive Russian accent. Dr. Petrov proclaimed the candidates' purpose for being there—to evolve into superheroes.

The candidates followed Dr. Petrov through the facility, where they encountered an array of chambers dedicated to different aspects of their transformation. One chamber, outfitted with small beds, signaled rest; another, equipped with state-of-the-art training apparatus, promised physical enhancement. Dr. Petrov explained that these chambers would serve as the crucible in which they would refine their newfound abilities.

Experiments commenced the following morning, as each candidate received injections of a mysterious substance known as Fusion H, reputed to confer superhuman capabilities. Dr. Petrov elucidated that these injections were intended to unlock their latent powers, which would be genetically determined. He reassured them that only a small chance of fatality, 1 in 30, was associated with the procedure. Tragically, their newfound reality was swiftly underscored when one of the candidates succumbed to the procedure.

The subsequent phase of their journey involved a battery of tests to gauge their physical prowess. These trials encompassed assessments of strength, speed, agility, and durability. While many exhibited enhanced attributes, Ben's capabilities proved notably superior, effortlessly lifting substantial weights and achieving staggering speeds, sufficient to surpass the sound barrier.

As the experiments continued, Ben, along with those whose powers were commensurate with his, were relegated to a separate chamber unbeknownst to the fate that befell candidates with less potent abilities on the upper floors. Their group consisted of ten individuals, with Ben emerging as the preeminent force among them.

Dr. Petrov praised the abilities of Ben's group, designating them as the most exceptional among the candidates. Simultaneously, they commenced testing other abilities such as aerial prowess and long-range capabilities, which included flight and energy projection. Yet, Ben was beset by uncertainty regarding his latent abilities, particularly his long-held aspiration to achieve the power of flight.

His determination to unlock this latent power fueled rigorous training exercises. Eventually, Ben experienced a breakthrough as he levitated off the ground. This newfound ability propelled him into the elite ranks of candidates who could achieve flight, and during their tests, he displayed astonishing speed, outpacing most fighter jets and only gaining momentum.

In subsequent rounds of testing, candidates underwent assessments to gauge the enhancement of their senses. While most displayed one or two augmented senses, Ben emerged as the unequivocal victor, boasting extraordinary enhancements across the entire sensory spectrum.

As the trials persisted, the candidates dwindled in number. Each day, one member remained on the current floor, with the rest descending to the level below. The sole individual was subsequently eliminated, ensuring that only the most formidable candidates endured.

The final stage of their transformation unfolded within an expansive chamber, devoid of adornments save for towering obstacles and precipitous heights. Dr. Petrov and his colleagues observed from behind a glass partition. In a somber declaration, Dr. Petrov apprised the remaining four candidates that they represented the zenith of their group. Emphasizing that all others had perished, he issued an ominous ultimatum: either one of them would emerge as the sole survivor, or all of them would face the same fate as their fallen comrades.

In the crucible of tension and desperation, the three other candidates turned on one another. Ben, unwilling to harm innocent individuals, refrained from engaging in the conflict, choosing an honorable stance over self-preservation. As a result, his peers became embroiled in a battle that culminated in the demise of one.

When Ben's superhuman resilience defied their attempts to harm him, the would-be allies formed a truce, realizing that their survival rested on unity. Dr. Petrov, determined to declare a single victor, initiated a catastrophic explosion within their chamber, engulfing it in fire and smoke. Yet, Ben emerged from the conflagration, having survived with only his clothing scorched and torn.

Witnessing Ben's resilience and fortitude, Dr. Petrov acknowledged his exceptional prowess and extended praise for his unparalleled abilities. However, the subsequent course of events took a dramatic turn. Seething with resentment, Ben avenged the fallen candidates and confronted Dr. Petrov, gripping him by the throat with an unmistakable resolve. The ensuing confrontation bore witness to the manifestation of his powers, as his eyes emitted a menacing crimson glow.

Ben's vision, now augmented to encompass infrared spectrums, discerned Dr. Petrov's escalating trepidation through the fluctuation of his body temperature. Overcome with fear, Dr. Petrov stood paralyzed as a torrent of laser-like heat beams emanated from Ben's eyes, penetrating Dr. Petrov's head with unforgiving force.

With Dr. Petrov's demise, Ben cast a stern gaze upon the remaining personnel, affirming his unwavering intent to avenge any future transgressions. He subsequently ascended through the facility's ceiling, returning to New York after years of keeping his abilities concealed. Inspired by a newfound sense of purpose and guided by his moral compass, he adopted the name "Savior" and later assumed leadership of a heroic ensemble known as the "Legion."

## Appearance

Despite being 41 years old, Savior presents a physical demeanor akin to someone in their 30s, exuding a commanding presence and boasting a robust and powerful physique distinguished by a broad body structure. His brown hair complements a matching mustache and beard, while his piercing blue eyes and resolutely masculine countenance further define his striking appearance. Clad in a full bodysuit, the upper part is adorned in red with blue arms, and the lower section features a vibrant blue hue. Notably, he sports red boots with a prominent white star at their apex. His gloves follow a red color scheme, accentuated by three evenly spaced white stripes on top. Completing his ensemble is a scarlet cape with a prominent elongated white highlight running down its center, breaking into two additional stripes that extend over and down to his sides.

## Powers and Abilities

### Powers

* **Superhuman Strength**: One of Savior’s primary abilities is his tremendous superhuman strength, being the strongest man in the world. He possesses the greatest level of strength ever seen, allowing him to effortlessly overpower any opponent.
* **Nigh-Invulnerability**: Savior seems to be immune to all forms of physical harm and is thereby the most resilient of the Legion, and possibly of all supes. As such, he is completely bulletproof. However this does not mean he cannot be injured. Sufficient amounts of force and or power are capable of harming Savior.
* **Temperature Resistance**: Savior can survive and adapt to any temperature and does not get hot or cold.
* **Accelerated Healing**: Savior heals at a much faster rate than other beings. He may very well heal from an explosion in minutes. He is also immune to all Earthly diseases and ailments. He can’t get any type of skin condition or damage like sunburn either.
* **Superhuman Speed**: While Savior can fly at extremely fast speeds, enough to keep up with a plane with ease. Savior can also move on the ground at supersonic speeds. As a young adult, Savior could already break the sound barrier. Savior is fast enough to dodge bullets and unarm multiple gunmen before they could even react.
* **Superhuman Stamina**: Savior possesses stamina that is enhanced to inhuman levels. As a result, his muscles produce practically no fatigue toxins during physical activity. They are able to withstand the stresses of moving at superhuman speeds or performing other superhuman feats for extended periods of time, without tiring or becoming weak.
* **Superhuman Hearing**: Savior possesses tremendous auditory awareness, allowing him to detect sounds from miles away. He can also use this power to detect a person's heartbeat and blood pressure, and can tell when they are excited or anxious. His hearing also allows him to tell when someone is lying. He can block out ambient sounds to focus on a specific source or frequency, but he can not block out specific frequencies.
* **Superhuman Smell**: Savior possesses an amazing olfactory sense, well beyond that of a human. He is able to tell when someone is afraid or nervous by smelling that their adrenaline had increased. He can also use it to locate explosives.
* **Enhanced Metal Capacity**: Similar to how Savior’s body is super enhanced, his mind is too. This gives Savior a perfect photographic memory and allows it to function faster and more efficiently than a human's. His brain can perceive and understand information at super speed.
* **Accelerated Thought Process**: Savior can process information at incredible speeds and perceive everything at a faster time frame. This power allows Savior is able to come up with full plans in mere seconds. This also allows him to perform multiple separate tasks at once, as his brains can process multiple independent trains of thought/function at the same time and his body is able to perform them without interfering/overlapping with the other actions, meaning he can use multiple powers at once if he needs to.
* **Superhuman Senses**: All of Savior's senses are enhanced to superhuman levels, allowing him to perceive the world in far greater detail than the average human.
	+ **Superhuman Hearing**: Savior possesses tremendous auditory awareness, allowing him to detect sounds from miles away. He can also use this power to detect a person's heartbeat and blood pressure, and can tell when they are excited or anxious. His hearing also allows him to tell when someone is lying. He can block out ambient sounds to focus on a specific source or frequency, but he can not block out specific frequencies.
	+ **Superhuman Smell**: Savior possesses an amazing olfactory sense, well beyond that of a human. He is able to tell when someone is afraid or nervous by smelling that their adrenaline had increased. He can also use it to locate explosives.
	+ **Omni-Vision**: Savior's vision processes the entire electromagnetic spectrum as well as allowing vast control over selective perception and focus. This umbrella ability includes the following:
		- **X-Ray Vision**: Savior can see through any solid object or surface, with the exception of objects and surfaces that are lined with copper, implying that he only has low energy photon x-ray vision.
		- **Telescopic Vision**: Savior can zoom in on things, allowing him to see distant objects, people and surroundings.
		- **Infrared Vision**: Savior can see with better acuity in darkness, and to a degree in total darkness. He can see heat signatures.

* **Flight**: Savior can fly along with being able to do so at tremendous speeds allowing him to travel anywhere in the world quickly with trans continental flight taking him mere minutes if not seconds. He can move his body freely through physical space so he doesn’t need to pivot on his feet and push off the ground. He can create his own leverage and push off of anything. It is shown that he can travel interstellar distances on his own without aid. His flight speed can reach up to 1,666,000 m/s(3,726,735.863 mils per hour).
* **Heat Vision**: Savior is able to generate powerful heat energy from within his eyes and can project them outwards as high powered energy beams. These blasts of energy are so powerful that they appear to be able to cut through anything. He also used his heat vision to melt a thief's gun. Savior can even vary the heat and area affected.
* **Superhuman Leap**: His superhuman strength allows him to leap great distances and height with a single jump.
* **Enhanced Lung Capacity**: Savior has an enhanced lung-capacity and through it, he can hold his breath for long periods of time and survive in space.
* **Longevity**: Savior can live longer than regular humans. He ages slower the older he gets, starting from his prime.

### Abilities

* **Leadership**: Savior is the successful leader of the Legion.
* **Multilingualism**: Savior can speak and understand some Spanish.
* **Charisma**: Savior is very charismatic, being able to get public support by giving them impressive speeches. He can easily attract people with his charm and confidence and give them the image of an ideal patriotic hero.
* **Master Combatant**: Savior's fighting style relies on a mixture of his superhuman strength and heat vision. He is a trained fighter which makes him a highly skilled and formidable hand-to-hand combatant.

## Weaknesses

* **Blunt Force**: Savior can be harmed from extreme measures of force and power.
* **Copper**: Savior cannot see through copper with his X-ray vision.
* **High Frequencies**: His super-hearing makes him vulnerable to intense, high frequency sonics. Savior is able to barely function despite the pain it causes him.