Pen Gwinn

### Debut

Axel: Spiritual Climax (Episode 1 - The Permafused Menace)Jakob: Spiritual Climax (Episode 49 - Not Repeating Mistakes)

## Appearance

Pen is a tall, muscular man who, although being in his 40s by Jakob: Spiritual Climax, makes an effort to maintain a pretty-boy look with his unkempt long hair. His dark blue hair and eyes contrast with the pale blue color of his skin.

He often dons a dark blue shirt that matches his shoes, black slacks, and a black leather jacket during Axel: Spiritual Climax. After Pen's hair had grown out from having to wear a helmet-mask, with that, this entire biker style was finished since he liked the way it looked.

He changes to a short black crop jacket with a grey shirt underneath, black gloves, black slacks with grey straps on the knees, and matching grey shoes in Jakob: Spiritual Climax, which takes place 20 years later. Unlike the Axel Era, Pen actually changed into a different set of attire anytime he entered combat, this time he wore shorts instead of pants and a white shirt with a pencil to signify his association with Basic Battles.

## Personality

* Axel Era
* Jakob Era

Pen comes off as an often immature and impulsive character, and although he tries his best, he often finds himself struggling to keep up with many of the other characters. His emotions often get the better of him, and he's very straightforward when talking to other people. He's a character often used for comedic relief, and he doesn't seem to be very strong either, as he often finds himself in situations where he needs saving.

Going most of the series without winning a single fight, or otherwise having his wins stolen from him, Pen quickly develops an inferiority complex. His long winded losing streak leads him to feel as if he deserves his position on the supply team, and being in the front lines would only hold everyone back. His losing streak ends shortly after his complex is addressed, though his side story is cut short and it's assumed he learns to grow emotionally.

Although Pen might not be the smartest character, his gut instincts led him to figuring out the mystery behind Rendaru Guy being mind controlled, and how Shadowsword survived being blown up by Axel Hamashievo. He's not above cheering others on either, as he cheers on Fie Guy to keep fighting Spirit Hunter, and Shadowsword to help Axel.

Pen has had time to evolve and flourish in many ways throughout the twenty years between the first and second series. Pen has become significantly stronger to support his arrogant and juvenile behavior, even going so far as to tease Jakob and his pals. In addition to improving much at regulating his power, he also improved greatly at controlling his emotions.
Compared to the last series, Pen is much better at controlling his wrath, and while it still occasionally comes out, it never entirely dominates him. For instance, he is obviously upset when he fights Rule, but this anger only occasionally comes through in his speech. He doesn't let his emotions distract him from the battle and keeps his attention on it. Although he is rarely taken seriously, he is surprisingly clever and has an eye for detail. Despite his inability to always see the big picture, he has the ability to pay attention to the little details that others might overlook, and even though he frequently lacks the understanding of how big strategies work or the tactics of his enemies, his intuition and gut instinct always point him in the right direction.

Pen is chatty and crude, not afraid to insult and deliberately enrage his opponents. He frequently exhibits a carefree disposition and an inventive fighting style, maintaining a high level of energy and confidence in practically every element of his life, which frequently prompts him to jump from buildings like an adrenaline junkie. He doesn't let work get in the way of his sense of fun, and his cheery and brash nature extends to how he interacts with others at work. He joked about doing all the work and carrying the kids through the mission by renaming team A for the Corrupted Sky Scraper arc to Team AC/DC. He also has a thing for spotlight and looking cool, though it doesn't extend too strongly into caring about the thoughts of civilians.
## Abilities, Attributes and Powers (Jakob Era)

**Very Good Human Strength and Durability:** Despite having superpowers and being a notably strong character, Pen's physical abilities aren't anywhere close to that of the Spirit Wielders like Axel or Axon. His physical strength, speed, and reflexes are similar to the average human of his build. He makes up for it using the rest of his powers, but being entirely human he can't match up to most characters without them. A good example of this would be in episode 18 where he attempts to punch Rendaru, he's clearly unable to match his speed or strength. His durability can be shown in his fight against Rule, where taking a strong hit to the head dizzied him and made it much harder for him to fight, since it was the first attack that he couldn't fully block or avoid.

**Intense Handling Of Weapons and Combat Knowledge:** Pen mostly uses a katana in combat, though he's good at boxing as well. He usually fights as an out-boxer using his longer arms, though he has no problem rushing in as an in-fighter, given he finds it more fun anyway. Occasionally he'll use a large axe or a knife, but he prefers to stick to the weapons he knows in tricky manners.

**Ice Manipulation (Cold Domain)(Mastered):** Pen is capable of manipulating and controlling the water inside of his body and turning it into ice structures, and he's capable of determining almost every minute detail about them. He can control their shape, sharpness, strength, size and even feel when someone is touching it. He's also able to touch sources of water and freeze it, taking control of it like he can his own fluids. As of the Jakob era, Pen is capable of pulling in water from sources he *isn't* touching, which can include puddles and even fog. He demonstrates this in episode 65 when he freezes the child's tear. Pen likes to use his ice in tricky ways, making constructs to block his opponent or making sure they get hit no matter what by locking them into unorthodox situations. He also often uses his ice to shield himself from attacks, since it's safer than taking them outright.

**Invulnerabilities:** Pen's powers, being from the Empyrium serums of Hanson's design, grant him several immunities. Although he can *feel* when things are cold, it doesn't feel uncomfortable or have the same stinging sensation that most people would get. Extremely cold temperatures also have no effect on him, rendering him immune to hypothermia and other issues caused by cold temperatures.

## Relationships

#### Katherine Calida-Gwinn:

Pen and Katherine were close friends in school, and coincidentally both got wrapped up in Hanson's scheme. They both worked together to fight off Hanson, and when it was all over and done with, the two of them dated and later married. After the events of their main story, the two of them had a duo band for several years that was slightly controversial thanks to their "superhero" status.

#### Ashley Gwinn:

Katherine and Pen's daughter, Ashley Gwinn, has a good relationship with both of her parents and her power blossomed in her teenage years. She took in more of Pen's jovial and fun based personality, and more of Katherine's appearance. Although her fighting style is typically very honest in hand to hand, when she uses her weapons and power she gets incredibly tricky, a trait she picked up from her father.

#### Dr. Henry Hanson:

Pen has a distinct powerful hatred for Hanson. Pen feels that Hanson ruined his life after getting him wrapped up in his scheme, having his parents killed, and giving him a power that flipped his life upside down. He wants nothing more than to stop Hanson and ruin his plans, partially because it's the right thing to do, but mostly because this is his version of revenge.

#### Azrail Grimm:

Grimm believes that Pen is in line to become the next "Reaper" given his emotional instability in the first series. As much as Pen has changed in the sequel, Grimm still believes he can drag that out of him. If Pen were to murder Grimm, there is a good chance he would snap and not return to being the same person, at least in the right circumstances. Grimm wants to either murder Pen, or turn Pen into The Reaper. Pen simply wants to live his life, and *really* hates Grimm.

## Trivia

* Pen originates from a Wattpad story written by the creator's friend, Memachu
* Pen doesn't have a favorite animal, but he thinks reptiles are cool
* Had a long lasting losing streak in Axel: Spiritual Climax, which also happened in his source material
* Likes sweets, especially lollipops
* One of the few characters that gets away with being outwardly vulgar and implying swear words, and the only character to flip someone off
* Pen ranked 4th in the first popularity poll, being tied with Axel Hamashievo
* Favorite type of alcohol is Whiskey, his first drink being bourbon
* Thought about being a professional figure skater
* Has an extra organ between his stomach and liver, thanks to his powers
* Can moonwalk, and is overall a good dancer
* Has a very good imagination, allowing him to put incredible detail into his ice structures
* Is very good at multitasking
* Plays guitar and still makes music every once in a while
* A considerable amount of money made from his band went to charity
* The series' creator (Axel Anims) has confirmed that his casual 2nd series look was meant to make him look like a desk pen

## Quotes

"I'm sick of fighting the wrong people." - Episode 10

"I don't like cliché battles so transform now. Not Later." - Episode 29

"LET'S GET THIS PARTY STARTED" - Episode 48

"Shut up and let me comfort you." - Episode 49

"Heh. Looks like your son stole our wives." - Episode 63

"Our team name is very lame! Therefore I have renamed it! Now! Let's go! Team... AC/DC!" - Episode 63

"Running away... isn't exactly my style." - Episode 64

"EWW! On top of everything else you're ugly!" - Episode 65

"I'm not betraying you! BECAUSE I NEVER FOUGHT FOR YOU IN THE FIRST PLACE! I DON'T WANT TO BE SEEN AS A HERO BUT I'M NOT A VILLAIN EITHER!" - Episode 65

"I'm gonna cut your heart out now... Capiche?" - Episode 65

"At the end of every dark tunnel... There is a cool guy at the end of it." - Episode 68

"It's easier to get answers out of a disabled person that has every bone in their body ripped to shreds instead of a corpse." - Episode 69

"BRING IT AND STAY MAD MOTHERFU-" - Episode 69