KATH-421

**KATH-421** is a Legionnaire from the NEW/G revived owing to Ezreal's interference of the current timeline with his time hopping abilities. As a result, she is brought back to life through cybernetic enhancements coupled with the help of Nextech, courtesy of her old friend.

At long last, she has returned for a new era, an era worth living, and fighting for.

## Biography

### Database

   Resurrected from the corpse Katherine Amaranth in the new era, with her consciousness digitally restored, **KATH-421** is now a cybernetic warrior who joined the Legion to honour her deceased partner, VI-516. She has undergone extensive upgrades, reaching the pinnacle of cybernetic perfection. Her arsenal includes the deadly AMOUR-13 railgun rifle, a weapon of unparalleled precision and power. KATH-421 not only possesses remarkable shooting skills but also excels as a sharpshooter and tracker. Her impeccable marksmanship and tracking abilities make her an invaluable asset to the Legion, serving as a scout and a decisive sharpshooter, capable of altering the course of battle with the simple *squeeze* of a trigger.

### True Ultimatum

She almost prevented Ezreal Francis  from committing any of evil misdeeds that will soon blow out of proportion. Without her, he could've disappeared from the surface without a trace. Whilst that objective appeared to bored her, Katherine is now faced upon a harsh realisation: In spite of a new era, a malevolent force has risen to destroy the entire planet, unleashing his legions to cause death and destruction wherever they wander.

## Personality

KATH-421, a character whose essence radiates from her unique blend of humanity and advanced cybernetics, embodies a personality that's both resolute and compassionate. Her primary allegiance to the Legion is unwavering, driven by a deep-seated commitment to "finish what she started." This dedication to the Legion stems from her desire to protect and aid the Nevian people, and to thwart their enemies by any means necessary.

Her calm and quiet demeanor is a defining aspect, a trait that maintains her character. Yet, beneath this stoic exterior, she harbors a remarkable sensitivity and a profound caring for innocent lives. This compassion occasionally diverts her attention from her mission, showcasing a conflict within her as she balances her duty and her innate empathy.

Katherine's confidence in her skills as a sniper is unwavering. She knows she's a force to be reckoned with, and she becomes indignant if she suspects that someone is underestimating her due to her privileged status. This pride in her abilities, coupled with her intense determination, makes her a formidable scout and sharpshooter for the Legionnaires, a true force to be reckoned with on the battlefield.

Her curiosity is another defining trait, sparked by the fact that she met her demise during the war, known as the *PROJECT-G/NEX War*, before it concluded. In this new era of her existence, Katherine channels her inquisitiveness to unearth the truth about the war and its enigmatic conclusion. She believes that this knowledge could pave the way for a peaceful existence amid the turbulent new era.

Furthermore, her curiosity extends to a desire to learn more about the renowned warrior daughter of Ashe. In her quest for answers, Katherine seeks to connect with this formidable figure and perhaps forge a friendship. She longs to inquire about the ethereal connection between her late wife, Violet (VI-516), and this warrior in the Astral Plane, hoping to gain a deeper understanding of her own past and the mysteries that surround her.

## Abilities

    KATH-421's abilities are a testament to her exceptional skills as a scout and sniper for the Legionnaires, perfectly tailored for reconnaissance, high-value target elimination, and long-range combat. Her cybernetic enhancements, combined with her devastating AMOUR-13 long-ranged railgun, make her an indispensable asset in the Legion's arsenal.

### Moveset

* **HEXA-HEAD**: Every sixth shot fired from her rifle is a precisely calibrated headshot, or a pinpoint strike to a machine's or an object's vital part. These shots deal significantly more damage than her already formidable supercharged rounds, making her a formidable force on the battlefield.

* **WINGCUTTER**: The AMOUR-13 unleashes the WINGCUTTER, a round designed to wreak havoc on anything in its path. Upon exiting the rifle's barrel, the round's wings expand, allowing it to slice through obstacles and foes after leaving a distance of 100 meters. It punches through its targets with ease, making it an effective tool for both offense and defense.

* **TRAPDOOR**: KATH-421 deploys a Nextech energy-based entrapment device that resembles a trapdoor. Stepping into it ensnares the enemy's feet, rendering them immobile until the device's energy expires. TRAPDOOR is a strategic tool that can be used to immobilize and neutralize adversaries, providing KATH-421 and her team with a tactical advantage.

* **NET-ROUND**: In a defensive maneuver, KATH-421 swiftly dashes backward while launching a NET-ROUND. This specialized round not only slows down the target upon impact but also dramatically extends her rifle's range by 200%. This range extension is a game-changer, enabling her to engage distant foes effectively. NET-ROUND also grants her the opportunity to utilize HEXA-HEAD on netted enemies, amplifying her lethality.

* **ACE IN THE HOLE**: KATH-421's ultimate ability, ACE IN THE HOLE, showcases her precision and calculation skills. With this move, she meticulously calculates the ballistics and tracks her target for an ultimate shot. The result is a 100% guarantee of target elimination through a devastating headshot. ACE IN THE HOLE serves as the ultimate tool in her arsenal, capable of taking down even the most formidable of adversaries with unwavering accuracy.

### Skills

* **Indomitable Marksman**: KATH-421 has perfectly retained her formidable marksmanship skills from her original body of Katherine Amaranth. However, her cybernetic enhancements amplify to the point where she has superhuman knowledge of firearms and their ammuniton, and how the environment affects the shot. As a result, KATH-421 is precognitive in terms of making sure when her shot will hit the target, the way she intended.

* **Expert Combatant**: The resulting upgrades of her extensive cybernetics has resulted in a surge of combat data flowing through her consciousness, allowing her skillset to be polished as a capable fighter in the battlefield whilst continuously learning and adapting to the ever changing nature of warfare.

* **Expert Tracker**: KATH-421 possessed a remarkable level of tracking skills that she earned from her early incarnation as a regular nevian that trained to become a police and a detective that tracks down evildoers. With the technology, she can now intercept her targets greater than ever before.

## Quotes

### Spoken

* *"Precision is my ally. Chaos, my adversary."*
* *"Every shot tells a story, and I'm the storyteller."*
* *"Distance is just a number; my aim is constant."*
* *"In the crosshairs of fate, only one emerges unscathed."*
* *"A sniper's patience is as deadly as her shot."*

### Reflecting on the Past

* *"Memories lost in the echoes of time, yet the questions linger."*
* *"The past is a foggy reflection. I'm here for the clarity."*
* *"That War has ended, a mystery unsolved. My journey is a quest for truth."*
* *"Revived, but not reborn. The past is a puzzle I intend to solve."*
* *"Fragments of a life, whispers of a war. I seek answers in the silence."*

### Curiosity and Wonder

* *"The new era is a canvas; I paint it with questions."*
* *"In a world reborn, every detail intrigues me."*
* *"Knowledge is the currency of progress. I seek to be rich."*
* *"Curiosity may have killed the cat, but it fuels my existence."*
* *"To question is to evolve. In this era, I am both."*

### Cybernetic Existence

* *"Blue eyes, a reflection of my rebirth—more machine than Nevian."*
* *"Metal and flesh entwined; I am the future personified."*
* *"Nextech pulses through me; I am a symphony of cybernetic might."*
* *"In circuits and steel, I find strength unyielding."*
* *"The machine within me is silent, but its power speaks volumes."*

### Facing Adversity

* *"Adversity is the crucible of strength. I emerge forged."*
* *"In the face of darkness, my aim pierces through."*
* *"Not just a survivor—a conqueror of trials."*
* *"Challenges are the bullets; resilience is my armor."*
* *"I welcome the storm, for it sharpens the blade of my resolve."*

### Ultimate Shot

* *"ACE IN THE HOLE: Fate, meet my precision."*
* *"In the silence before the shot, destiny holds its breath."*
* *"With calculated grace, I dance with the bullet."*
* *"The ultimate shot: where precision meets inevitability."*
* *"One shot, one destiny. ACE IN THE HOLE, executed."*

## Trivia

### General

* KATH-421's body is extensively enhanced with Nextech cybernetics, courtesy of Aldrin Jayce, the NEXTECH Man.
* Her remarkable transformation into a cybernetic warrior was made possible through Nextech cybernetics, courtesy of her old friend, Aldrin Jayce, the NEXTECH Man. These cybernetic enhancements have not only resurrected her but also elevated her into a formidable force, making her one of the most advanced and resilient beings on Nexonia Prime.
* Despite her revival, KATH-421 possesses only a fragment of her past life's memories. She has minimal recollection of the events leading up to her death, understanding only that the war began in 2999 and ended in 3025. The rest of her personal history remains shrouded in mystery. This partial amnesia fuels her curiosity about the past and her relentless pursuit of answers in the new era.
* A few speculate that she learned about Madeleine's ways of preserving her mother in the afterlife, and Katherine seeks to meet her to talk with her deceased wife through that manner.
* One of the most striking visual changes resulting from KATH-421's cybernetic transformation is her vibrant blue cybernetic eyes. These eyes, a result of her Nextech enhancements, symbolize her transition from a Nevian to a more machine-like being. They serve as a constant reminder of her new existence and the immense power hidden within her.
* KATH-421's choice of headgear is an unconventional yet iconic cowboy hat. Instead of a standard helmet, she opts for this distinctive accessory. This cowboy hat, with its rugged and unique appearance, stands as a symbol of her individuality and adds an element of character and charm to her cybernetic form. It serves as a testament to her ability to blend elements of her past with her futuristic identity.
* She was present during *Brightblasting Adventure* but it was never revealed to the public.
* She is 64.5% cybernetically enhanced.

### Developmental Notes

* KATH-421 is now considered a canon character for *Dawn of Era: An Uprising*.
* In spite of her technological advancements in her body, her choice of headwear is a cowboy hat that materialises at her discretion.
* Her sniper rifle can be compacted into the size of a military toughbook. This allows it to function as a laptop for her convenience.
* She significantly improved her skills in hand-to-hand combat.
* Her digital consciousness and physical template served as the basis for her successful revival. The skin is notably prosthetic.
* Kath was speculating that VI-516 was resurrected in some way or another, but was not surprised to hear that there has been no attempts.