Andrea Beaumont

## **Overview**

**Andrea Beaumont**, assumes the identity of The Phantasm, a skilled assassin. She was among the four hired killers enlisted by Carmine Falcone to eliminate The Batman. However, shortly after their encounter, The Phantasm met an apparent demise.

## **History**

### **Early Life: 1981 - 1991**

* On December 25th, 1981, in Metropolis, Andrea Beaumont was born to Carl and Victoria Beaumont.
* At an event hosted by The Waynes, fate brought Andrea and Bruce Wayne together, and they quickly formed a close bond. Later, when Andrea's family relocated to Gotham due to her father's work, it brought immense joy to both Andrea and Bruce.
* In the midst of their growing friendship, tragedy struck when Thomas and Martha Wayne met their untimely demise. Andrea, aware of Bruce's profound grief, attended the funeral and offered solace in an attempt to comfort him.
* However, the loss of his parents caused Bruce to withdraw emotionally, causing a rift between him and Andrea. Over time, their connection began to wane, and eventually, they severed ties completely when Bruce abruptly departed from Gotham, leaving Andrea behind.

### **Andrea Beaumont: 1992 - 1994**

* One fateful day, Andrea found herself as a witness to a disturbing scene within the confines of her own home. She observed her father engaging in a meeting with the notorious crime boss Carmine Falcone, overhearing Falcone issuing menacing threats.
* In an effort to shield Andrea from the dangerous truth, her father, Carl, disclosed that he worked for Falcone as an accountant. Carl had invested a substantial sum of money in a venture that ultimately failed, leaving him fearful for the safety of their family. Consequently, Carl devised a plan to escape America and relocate to Europe, seeking a fresh start far away from Falcone's reach.
* Successfully executing their plan, Andrea and her family managed to leave America behind, venturing into Europe. However, their lives became marked by constant vigilance, as they moved from place to place, diligently covering their tracks to evade any potential pursuers. During this time, Andrea received homeschooling to ensure their safety and maintain a low profile.
* Tragically, their respite was abruptly shattered when an unknown hooded assailant infiltrated the Beaumonts' residence one fateful night. Without warning, the intruder ruthlessly assassinated Carl and Victoria, Andrea's parents. Awakening to a harrowing sight the next morning, Andrea found herself confronted with the lifeless bodies of her beloved parents lying on the kitchen floor, forever altering the course of her life.

### **Training: 1995 - 2000**

* Convinced that her parents' murder was orchestrated by Carmine Falcone, Andrea harbored an unwavering desire for vengeance. For the next five years, she dedicated herself to rigorous training across Europe. Immersing herself in intensive martial arts, honing her skills with weaponry, and acquiring other valuable abilities, Andrea became a formidable force in preparation for her mission.

* Embracing her new identity as The Phantasm, Andrea utilised the financial legacy left by her parents to amass crucial resources. With careful planning and calculated moves, she ascended through the ranks of international mercenaries, steadily gaining recognition in the criminal underworld.
* Patiently biding her time, Andrea awaited the moment when her reputation would capture the attention of the Falcone Crime Family. Her ultimate goal was to infiltrate their organisation, gaining access to its inner workings and, above all, to confront the elusive don himself, Carmine Falcone.

### **The Phantasm: 2001 - 2002**

* Andrea received a contract from the Falcone mob, tasking her with eliminating the vigilant figure known as Batman in the dark alleys of Gotham City. This opportunity presented the moment she had long awaited—merely dispatching a man dressed as a bat would grant her unrestricted access to Falcone.
* The Phantasm, using a hijacked TV signal, reached out to The Batman, luring him to the Mendo Soap Factory where she intended to eliminate him. A fierce confrontation ensued, culminating in an explosive blast triggered by The Phantasm within the factory premises, leaving Batman incapacitated and injured. However, as she poised herself to deliver the fatal strike, she recognised the face beneath the torn and battered cowl—her old friend Bruce Wayne.
* Andrea took the injured Bruce to her hidden base, where she tended to his injuries. She watched over him as he regained consciousness, and revelled in his astonishment to her true identity. She explained her true reasons for being in Gotham and Bruce said that he would help her in her mission, but not to kill Falcone.
* Together, Batman and Phantasm devised a plan to bring down Falcone. Bruce donned an older suit, as his most recent version had been destroyed in the previous explosion. The duo made their way to Falcone's penthouse, but their arrival was met with a sudden threat as Deathstroke emerged, brandishing his sword and kicking The Phantasm off the roof. A skirmish ensued, and Deathstroke quickly gained the upper hand, overpowering Batman. Just as Deathstroke prepared to strike the final blow, a shot rang out, incapacitating the assassin. Deadshot had entered the fray, seizing the opportunity to assert his presence. However, The Phantasm swiftly incapacitated Deadshot from behind, thwarting his interference.
* Undeterred, Batman and Phantasm pressed forward, storming Falcone's penthouse. They swiftly subdued Falcone's guards and confronted the crime lord himself. As Falcone spun around, he unleashed a flurry of shots at the two heroes. In a moment of intense confrontation, The Phantasm lunged at Falcone, tearing off her helmet to reveal her true identity. Consumed by rage and vengeance, Andrea grabbed Falcone, relentlessly pummelling him. But unbeknownst to Andrea, Falcone had retrieved a hidden pistol and callously fired a single shot into her abdomen, killing her.
* Andrea's untimely death served as a harsh reminder of the darkness that consumed Gotham and the personal toll it exacted on those who sought justice.

## **Threat Assessment**

### **Skills:**

* Escapology
* Hand-to-Hand Combat (advanced)
* Intelligence
	+ Chemistry
	+ Gadgetry
	+ Physics
	+ Tactical Analysis
* Lock Picking
* Peak Human Condition
	+ Peak Human Agility
	+ Peak Human Endurance
	+ Peak Human Reflexes
	+ Peak Human Strength
	+ Athletics
* Stealth
	+ Disguise
* Weaponry
	+ Firearms
	+ Marksmanship
	+ Swordsmanship
	+ Throwing

### **Equipment:**

* Phantasm Suit
	+ Enhanced Vision
		- Infrared Vision
	+ Scythe

## **Notes/Trivia**

* Andrea's origin is a blend of her original DCAU origin and the character of Rachel Dawes from the Dark Knight Trilogy.
* Her date of birth is a nod to the release date of Batman: Mask of the Phantasm.