Acelander

## Biography

### Origins

Matthew McEvoy, also known as Acelander was not like the other kids growing up. He gradually understood and further developed his extremely rare ability that allows him to tap into the potential energy contained within an object he's holding and transform it into kinetic energy, thus when he charges an object with kinetic energy and throws it at a target, it releases an incredible amount of energy on impact. In order to have a decent amount of "ammo", he spent some time trying to find the most suitable objects, that could be dangerous and be light, to be able to carry many of them. He went several variations of knives, blades, metallic objects and so on and none seem to fully satisfy him. Once, he stumbled on a deck of old playing cards and immediately knew that was it. He also uses glass shards in his arsenal, although they're used much less than the cards he's grow fond of.
Acelander is also known for pursuing a career as a poker player, after he didn't find much success with his acting career. With his poker wins, he got the attention and eventually backing of many dangerous people - sharks and mafia, which protect him mostly in their own best interest.
Although he lands aces on the poker table, he doesn't land them on the annual check ups, as he definitely leads a very unhealthy lifestyle, eating a lot of junk food and drinking similar trash. He lives in a beautiful, expensive condo that has every chef's dream kitchen, yet he only uses the microwave. His hobby is to collect vintage cards and tags from his favorite brands.
He is the leader of the Aces Crew, a band of rejects that are always willing to help him, because he was the one to save them from poverty and/or tough lives.

### Armageddon

> "*Well, drinks on me guys, let's make it a last toast. It was fun knowing you!*"
> ― Acelander and the Heroes make their last stand[source]
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> "*And here I was, just beginning to like you.*"
> "*Just like? Oh, come on! We both know you're crazy about me.*"
> "*Yes... until you open your mouth!*"
> ― Prism teasing Acelander[source]
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**To be continued...**

## Equipment

Don't let **Acelander'**s suit fool you. Despite its harmless appearance and seemingly cumbersome design, it is actually incredibly lightweight and full of hidden surprises that his enemies would never suspect. Equipped with a high-tech communications bracelet, Acelander is always aware of incoming dangers and can easily communicate with his team via radio. He even has a stash of explosives tucked away, just in case. And his underbody suit, made from carbon-fiber links, is specifically designed to reduce friction and protect him from high-speed collisions. But perhaps most impressive are his decks of playing cards, which he can imbue with kinetic energy and launch at a single target with deadly accuracy.

## Powers & Abilities

**Ultimate:**  Choose a single target enemy Hero. After 2 seconds, the target is heavily damaged three times over 1 second.

## Gallery

Acelander Release ArtPartners in Crime - Prism & AcelanderEarly Lineart

## Appearances

* Not yet known

## Trivia

* Had a lot of fun designing and thinking about Acelander. I only hope you can imagine the Ace of Spades and AK47 animations upon activation the way I do.
* His nickname is "The Ace", which is also Quicktrigger's nickname and the two often engage in friendly banter as to who the real Ace is.
* Because he lands aces! Get it? Get it? Okay, I'll stop.
* Conceptualized 09.07.2017. First Release 15.01.2018

## Related

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