William Hellberg (Universe-42)

**William Hellberg**, more commonly known as **Billy The Ghost Hunter**, is the main protagonist in the Billy The Ghost Hunter series and is a ghost hunter that works under Alyssa Hill in the S.P.C.A. in Team Delta.

When killed by Chitlins, he later became a Half-Ghost when he fused with the Ghost Anima. After the fusion he became a powerful Half-Ghost.

## Appearance

**Billy**, a tall and charismatic guy standing at 6 feet, has wild brown hair that gives him a distinctive charm. His eyes, once strikingly blue, now glow in captivating shades of purple due to a fusion with Anima.

**Billy's** Ghost form is a radiant spectacle, with his brown hair turning luminous white and his eyes permanently glowing in enchanting shades of purple. Beyond the visual transformation, his shapeshifting abilities occasionally manifest in altered bodily forms, complete with sharp teeth.

**Billy's** style adds to his mysterious vibe, often wearing a dark jacket over a stylish grey t-shirt and navy blue pants. He's always ready for supernatural challenges with a meticulously designed holster carrying ghost hunting equipment and weapons.

## Personality

**Billy** is an individual driven by a pursuit of happiness and a desire to live life to the fullest, fueled by a commitment to make his older sister proud. Despite presenting an initially immature demeanor in various scenarios, he showcases a contrasting ability to adopt a calm and serious demeanor when circumstances demand it. Engaged in the work of seeking and eliminating ghosts, this pursuit is primarily driven by professional obligations and personal gain.

Upon affiliating with the S.P.C.A., **Billy** finds himself at a crossroads, uncertain about his life's trajectory beyond his role as a dedicated ghost hunter. Notably, his fundamental desires often gravitate towards unfulfilled sexual experiences, stemming from an adolescent past. This inclination leads him to willingly place himself in perilous situations if promised sexual gratification. However, as the narrative unfolds, **Billy** undergoes a shift in this desire, redirecting his romantic focus towards a meaningful relationship with Rachel.

Throughout his journey, **Billy** grapples with the fear of losing his empathy and humanity, particularly following his metamorphosis into a half-ghost being. This internal struggle adds a layer of complexity to his character, emphasizing the challenges inherent in his supernatural existence.

**Billy** exhibits a significant degree of sadism in his ghost-slaying endeavors, actively seeking to inflict maximum suffering upon ghosts who pose a threat to him, portraying a darker facet of his character within the series.

**Billy** has an ardent passion for music, evident through his extensive vinyl collection that spans various genres and eras. An avid aficionado, he finds solace in the analog richness of records, immersing himself in the intricacies of the art form. Known for his encyclopedic knowledge, **Billy** is quick to correct others on music trivia, not as a display of superiority but as a genuine expression of his commitment to accuracy and a desire to share his profound love for music.

## History

### Early Life

**Billy**, born in 1980 to Audrey and Magnus in Manhattan, New York, USA, spent his entire childhood in the vibrant neighborhood of Hell's Kitchen alongside his older sister Judy. Despite the disapproval of his parents, who sought to steer him away from books and movies featuring malevolent supernatural themes, **Billy** was captivated by ghosts and the supernatural from an early age. In the face of attempts to redirect his interests towards a more religious path, his fascination with the otherworldly persisted.

His older sister Judy, recognizing his passion, playfully suggested that becoming a ghost hunter who courageously faced and confronted ghosts head-on would make him a "cool brother." This simple yet impact statement resonated with **Billy**, shaping his aspirations and igniting his determination to pursue a path in the supernatural realm. From that moment forward, he set his sights on becoming a Ghost Hunter, driven by a childhood dream that would eventually define his life's trajectory.

### Getting a TV Show

In the quest to materialize his dream of a reality ghost-hunting TV show, **Billy** navigated the challenging landscape of television studios, facing rejection from numerous entities. However, his persistence led him to Picmyth Studios, where he secured a meeting with the company's CEO after multiple attempts. In this pivotal encounter, **Billy** presented his innovative concept to the CEO, who, though fascinated, harbored skepticism about its potential success in terms of ratings.

Undeterred, **Billy**, employing a touch of deception, asserted that his ghost-hunting abilities were unparalleled, despite never having experienced a ghost encounter himself. The charismatic pitch, coupled with the CEO's intrigue, resulted in a transformative opportunity. Picmyth Studios' CEO, recognizing the unique potential of **Billy's** proposal, not only decided to greenlight the show but also assembled a small, capable team for him. This team included individuals such as Ryan Grogen, Efrim Morton, and Dave Moore.

Filled with a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction, **Billy** returned home, buoyed by the prospect of making his elder sister Judy proud through this new venture. The stage was set for **Billy's** journey into battling against the supernatural, with Picmyth Studios providing the platform for his unique and untested ghost-hunting exploits.

## Abilities and Powers

### Physical Prowess

* + **Peak Human Strength**: A standout feature is **Billy's** extraordinary strength, honed through a rigorous regimen designed by Stanz Kershaw. This heightened strength becomes apparent during intense challenges and encounters with supernatural entities, providing a crucial advantage in his ghost hunting.
	+ **Peak Human Endurance**: **Billy's** exceptional resilience results from intensive training under mentor Stanz Kershaw and active involvement in demanding ghost hunting missions with the S.P.C.A. His peak endurance, forged through physical conditioning and mental fortitude, shines in the face of extended stakeouts, hazardous terrains, and supernatural encounters, making him a steadfast presence in the challenging world of ghost hunting.

### Half-Ghost Form

* + **Supernatural Strength**:
	+ **Supernatural Stamina**:
	+ **Supernatural Durability**:
	+ **Ectoplasm Manipulation**:
	+ **Nigh-Immortality**:
	+ **Flight**:
		- **Levitation**:
	+ **Inaudibility**:
	+ **Intangibility**:
	+ **Conditional Visibility**:
	+ **Physical Force Immunity**:
	+ **Ectoplasm Consumption**:
		- **Regenerative Healing Factor**:
	+ **Shapeshifting**:
		- **Ectokinetic Shapeshifting**:

### Miscellaneous Abilities

* **Expert Musician**:
	+ **Piano Mastery**:
	+ **Guitar Mastery**:

## Equipment

### Weapons

#### Melee

* Axe: **Billy** when not in ghost form mainly uses an axe to fight against ghosts. It is a special Anti-Ghost Weapon created using little traces of ectoplasm to be able to actually damage ghosts.

## Major Battles

This is a list of every fight and battle that **Billy** has ever been in, in release date order.

## Trivia

* **Billy** was created by Ben Woodhall and Ryan Liu, and first appeared in Billy The Ghost Hunter Issue 1 (I Am Billy The Ghost Hunter).
* **Billy** was created in a videos series of the same name where Ben Woodhall plays **Billy** hunting down strange ghosts.
	+ Ryan Liu has also appeared in these videos.
	+ Characters from the videos that made in into the comics were **Billy**, Jav, Internet Meme Star & Cameraman Dave.
	+ Despite the comics and the videos being very different from each other, Ben Woodhall likes too see the videos as what **Billy** was doing before the main series of events before he became a Half-Ghost.
* The biggest inspirations for **Billy** looks and characteristics are based on the characters Denji from Chainsaw Man, George Cubbins from Lockwood & Co. and the general look of people on ghost hunting tv shows.
* **Billy** is a huge music aficionado who has a full record collection.
	+ **Billy** has been seen or heard owning records such as Swans' Soundtracks For The Blind, Marvin Gaye's What's Going On, and Radiohead's The Bends.
	+ This is due to the fact that **Billy's** creator, Ben Woodhall, is a huge music aficionado with a sizable record collection. Ben Woodhall frequently incorporates aspects of himself into his protagonists.
* **Billy** is left handed.
	+ **Billy** always rips off one of the fingers in his right hand to transform just in case he loses that finger.