Ethan Scarr (Universe-1)

## Dark Scorpio

**Dark Scorpio***(pronounced dark skor-*pee-*ow)*is a fictional character appearing in comic books published by Interminable Comics. The character was created by writer Hampus Javermark, and first appeard in *Dark Scorpio #0* in 2023. He is a human male vigilante and one of the four Acolytes of the Arthrogiants who fights crime Haventopia.

## History

### Origin

Ethan Scarr was born and raised in a poor neighborhood in Haventopia, with his father being a drunk who frequently abused both him and his mother. At the age of eight, his father took things too far and murdered his mother in his drunken state, resulting in Ethan being sent to foster care. Unfortunately, the family he ended up with was just as abusive and neglectful.

Upon turning 18, Ethan left foster care and tried to make a life for himself. However, it wasn't long until he was wrongfully accused of a bank robbery and murder he didn't commit. The Skull Marauders, a criminal gang working for mob boss Vincente Cartelle, had set him up. Despite having no evidence, the police arrested him, and his past aggressive behavior in foster care led to him being found guilty and sentenced to life in Haventopia Penitentiary.

While in prison, he met a monk inmate named Bahar Jun, who told him that he had been waiting for him for many years. Ethan thought he was another crazy prison inmate, which led him to ignore Jun. After some time, Jun started making false accusations on Ethan to other inmates which led them to beat him up regularly. This was due to the fact that he wanted to see how well his fighting skills were, which was non-existent. Ethan became fed up with how he was treated and started a fight with Jun in the outside area of the prison. Jun took Ethan down with ease and told him that he would train him. Ethan didn't understand what Jun's obsession was with him, but he agreed.

### A New Destiny

Later he was told by Jun that he had been chosen to become an Acolyte of the Arthrogiants and that Jun was one of their disciples. Jun explained that the Arthrogiants were four giant arthropods who ruled and protected the Earth long before humans existed, even a few hundred million years before the first dinosaurs appeared. There was Papilius, the Giant Butterfly, Centirus, the Giant Centipede, Aranius, the Giant Spider, and their leader Scorpius, the Giant Scorpion. Each of them had protected the Earth and their kind for millions of years before they mysteriously became extinct.

Jun continued to explain to Ethan that when the first humans started to appear, the remaining life essence of the Arthrogiants had been stored inside four different ancient scripts that four chosen acolytes across the globe would have to find, study and do a ritual to gain a fraction of their power. This would grant the acolyte superhuman abilities. Each acolyte would have to finish tests and trials before being crowned a true acolyte of their assigned Arthrogiant to serve and carry out their bidding. This process had been done ever since for thousands of years as each time one of the disciples dies, a new one is chosen. Jun told Ethan that he had now been chosen by the leader of the Arthrogiants, Scorpius.

### Dead Behind Bars

As time passed in Haventopia Penitentiary, Ethan started to accept his destiny to become what the script called the Dark Scorpio. During the next five years in the prison, Ethan would work out intensely and be trained in kung fu and other martial art forms that Jun would teach him. Bahar Jun became a father figure for Ethan and he thanked him for being there for him when no one else was. As Ethan would hug Jun, he felt a sharp object cutting through his skin in his stomach region. Jun had stabbed him with a knife. He left him there to bleed out and die with no witnesses around.

### Resurrection

Ethan's corpse was transferred to a prison cemetery where he was buried. One night, Jun sneaked into the cemetery to retrieve Ethan's corpse and successfully did so. He travelled to the Himalayas, where the Scorpio Script was hidden inside an ancient temple. As Jun prepared for the ritual that would bond the Dark Scorpio with Ethan, he would explain to Ethan, who was in spirit form, why he did what he did. Jun had planned this ever since they first met in prison. He even faked a crime to be able to meet Ethan in the same prison. He also knew that he was getting released the same day that he killed Ethan, which made it possible for him to retrieve the body without anyone thinking it was a break out. Ethan was dead and Jun was released, no suspicion would be raised, which was his plan all along. Jun had opened the scorpion script, which was located inside the mouth of a giant scorpion statue. He used a big scorpion stinger that was found inside the script, to stab Ethan's corpse as he spoke the words written in the script. The stinger combined with the spoken words from the script, bonded Ethan with the Dark Scorpio and his spirit returned to his body.

### Rise of the Dark Scorpio

As Ethan regained consciousness after being brought back to life, he found himself facing a terrifying foe. A giant scorpion statue in the temple of Scorpius had come to life and was attacking him with relentless fury. Bahar Jun, who was responsible for bringing both Ethan and the statue back to life, watched from the sidelines, waiting to see if Ethan was truly worthy of his new powers. Despite being pummeled by the statue's massive claws and stinger, Ethan refused to give up. His training with Jun had given him the tools he needed to overcome this seemingly impossible challenge. He drew upon his newfound strength, speed, agility, durability, stamina, and senses, using them to evade the statue's attacks and deliver powerful blows. It wasn't until the statue's stinger struck Ethan, piercing his skin and injecting venom into his bloodstream, that he realized the full extent of his powers. The venom coursed through his veins, causing him intense pain, but at the same time, he felt his body responding in ways he never thought possible. He felt his senses sharpen, his strength increase, and his reflexes quicken. With newfound clarity, Ethan used the statue's own stinger against it, driving it deep into its body and shattering it from within. The statue let out a deafening roar before crumbling to pieces. As Jun watched the battle unfold, he saw the potential that Ethan possessed. He finally gave Ethan the embrace that he had been denied in prison, acknowledging him as a true warrior.

When Ethan had completed his training and understood his powers, he knew that he had a greater purpose. He would need to use his abilities to help the citizens of his city who had been victimized, just as he had been. He had to become the protector that Haventopia needed, and he would stop at nothing to ensure that justice prevailed. And first on his agenda, figure out who framed him and why.

### Returning Home

After a prolonged incarceration in Haventopia Penitentiary and a period of intensive training with Bahar Jun in the mountains of the Himalayas, Ethan Scarr was presumed dead by the outside world. In truth, Ethan had adopted the pseudonym of "John" and began a new life in the seedy underworld of South Haventopia.

Utilizing his newly acquired superhuman abilities, Ethan began fighting in the underground fighting club known as Brawl N' Brews to make a living. Despite his immense power, he deliberately allowed his opponents to land hits to avoid arousing suspicion. Following several victories, he earned enough money to move into a small apartment. Ethan's fortunes changed when he defeated the undefeated and brutal fighter Clay Monty in a resounding victory, breaking Monty's arm in the process. This triumph cemented Ethan's reputation as the new favorite of the club, resulting in a significant increase in his earnings.

Following his victory, Ethan retired to the bar to celebrate with a drink served by Bobby the Bartender. It was then that he encountered Lara Leese, a reporter for the Haventopia Report, who had been investigating Ethan's wrongful conviction years earlier. Although the story was ultimately dropped due to lack of evidence, Lara believed Ethan to be innocent and continued to visit him in prison. Over time, their professional relationship developed into a more personal one, culminating in an intimate encounter during visiting hours.

Despite the news of Ethan's presumed death in prison, Lara's determination as an investigative journalist refused to let the case go cold. Months had passed when she received a tip that a man resembling Ethan Scarr had been spotted frequenting a bar in South Haventopia. Skeptical but driven, she tracked him down and confronted him at the bar, and to her surprise, it was indeed Ethan. Their conversation was brief as Ethan had to remain incognito and talking with a reporter in public could potentially compromise his safety. After leaving the bar, they retreated to Lara's apartment where their mutual longing for each other culminated in an intimate encounter.

### Seeking Answers

In a sudden move, Ethan abruptly departs from Lara's apartment after receiving a notification on his phone. He hastily puts on his Dark Scorpio suit and heads to Haventopia Docks upon hearing that Skull Marauders would be present there at night. Upon arriving, he eavesdrops on their conversation and discovers that they're involved in a money laundering operation, which is uncharacteristic of them. He confronts the Skull Marauders, hoping to extract more information about the crime he was wrongfully accused of - robbery and mass murder.

While interrogating one of the conscious members, he gets interrupted by an arrow shot in his direction. With his superhuman reflexes, he catches it and spots a shadowy, female figure on a rooftop who might have fired the arrow. He follows her across the rooftops of Haventopia in an attempt to unravel the mystery. Eventually, the woman comes to a halt at the edge of a rooftop and reveals herself to be wearing a purple, motorcycle-style leather suit and carrying a bow with a quiver on her back.

As she turns around, she fires another arrow, which explodes and sends Ethan flying backward. Through the smoke, the woman says something that sounds familiar to Ethan, making him wonder if it's Lara. When the smoke clears, the woman has vanished, leaving Dark Scorpio with even more unanswered questions.

## Powers & Abilities

### Powers

* **Acolyte of the Arthrogiants Physiology**: Ethan's journey as a Acolyte of the Arthrogiants, specifically as an Acolyte of Scorpius, has resulted in a radical physical transformation, elevating his body to an extraordinary level of power and capability. This transformation has gifted him with a diverse set of superhuman abilities, which he wields in his mission to eradicate crime and injustice from society. The enhancement of his body has endowed Ethan with unparalleled strength, agility, and stamina, enabling him to perform feats that would be impossible for an average human. His muscles and reflexes have been amplified to the point where he can leap incredible distances, run at astonishing speeds, and fight with unparalleled force and finesse. Moreover, Ethan's heightened senses, enhanced vision, and superior cognitive processing have given him an unparalleled ability to assess situations and anticipate his opponents' actions. This allows him to react with lightning-fast reflexes, dodge even the most rapid attacks, and strike with deadly precision. Overall, Ethan's transformation into a superhuman has made him a force to be reckoned with, capable of taking down even the most formidable adversaries with ease.
	+ **Vibration Detection**: As an Acolyte of Scorpius, Ethan's senses have become heightened, particularly his sense of vibrations. Similar to a scorpion, Ethan can sense the vibrations of his surroundings, allowing him to detect even the slightest movements around him. With this ability, Ethan can sense the ripples that his target gives off while moving. He can feel the vibrations created in the air and ground, even from a distance, giving him a distinct advantage in combat by allowing him to anticipate his opponent's moves before they make them. Ethan's newfound sensitivity to vibrations also enables him to detect the presence of hidden objects or people. By focusing his attention and tapping into his enhanced senses, he can pick up even the faintest vibrations being emitted, revealing the location of his target. However, this power also has its drawbacks. Ethan's heightened senses make him more susceptible to sensory overload, as even the slightest movement or sound can overwhelm him. He has to learn to control his abilities and filter out unnecessary stimuli to prevent himself from becoming overwhelmed. Despite the challenges, Ethan's new powers allow him to become an even more formidable fighter and protector.
	+ **Enhanced Strength**: Ethan's physical strength has been enhanced beyond peak human levels, granting him superhuman strength. He is capable of lifting and carrying heavy objects with ease, such as large boulders or small vehicles, and could even move larger objects like bulldozers several feet with relative ease. His strength is so immense that he could even leave dents in steel if he punched hard enough. This incredible physical power allows Ethan to overpower even the strongest opponents. In his first encounter with Mastro, arguably the strongest superhero on Earth, Ethan took a brutal beating but still emerged relatively unscathed. Ethan's strength also allows him to perform incredible feats of athleticism, such as jumping great distances or scaling tall buildings with the help of climbing.
	+ **Enhanced Speed**: Along with his enhanced strength, Ethan possesses superhuman speed, allowing him to move much faster than the average human without experiencing significant fatigue. He chases down vehicles and outruns his foes with ease, capable of running at incredible speeds. He was able to reach up to 150 mph (241 km/h), which was shown when he pursued a car filled with Skull Marauders. Ethan's superhuman speed proves to be a critical asset in his fight against crime and injustice, enabling him to catch criminals who thought they could escape the law and providing him with a decisive edge in combat.
	+ **Enhanced Agility**: Ethan's agility has been amplified to beyond human potential. He can move smoothly on rooftops while jumping through obstacles easily, run and jump from tree branch to tree branch without falling to the ground and get up on any high ground with the help of the environment within just a few seconds.
	+ **Enhanced Stamina**: Ethan's body is highly resistant to the build-up of lactic acid in his muscles, allowing him to be physically active for considerably longer periods than the average human.
	+ **Enhanced Durability**: Ethan was able to survive a fall from a 6 story building with only a minor injury and has taken a beating from arguably the strongest superhero on Earth, Mastro, and still emerged relatively unscathed.
	+ **Enhanced Senses**: Ethan's heightened senses allow him to perceive the world with extraordinary accuracy, far beyond that of an average human. His senses of sight, hearing, smell, taste, and touch are all enhanced, granting him incredible abilities.
		- **Enhanced Vision**: Ethan's enhanced vision grants him extraordinary clarity and detail, allowing him to see through obstructions like smoke or dust. He can view distances that are beyond the range of normal human vision, making him an exceptional sniper or lookout. In addition, his eyes are highly sensitive to light, allowing him to see in near-total darkness.
		- **Enhanced Hearing**: Ethan's enhanced hearing enables him to pick up sounds that normal humans cannot. If he concentrates, he can even hear across rooms and through walls, allowing him to eavesdrop on conversations or detect threats from a distance.
		- **Enhanced Smell**: His acute sense of smell allows him to detect specific scents and identify their origin, including the smells of lies or illness from others. This ability is especially useful in situations where visual cues may be obscured or unreliable.
		- **Enhanced Taste**: Ethan's highly developed sense of taste enables him to detect subtle flavors and identify any poisons or other problems in food or drink.
		- **Enhanced Touch**:Ethan's enhanced touch is equally remarkable. He can decipher texts on paper or any material that isn't seen by the human eye when touching and feeling it with his hands. This allows him to read Braille or other tactile systems, even if he cannot see the text with his eyes.

### Abilities

* **Slow Metabolism**: Much like a scorpion, Ethan has adapted the ability to slow his metabolism incredibly which makes him able to survive on a few calories each year without any side effects.
* **Martial Arts**: Being trained by a master martial artist monk, Bahar Jun, Ethan learned and mastered eight specific martial arts: Karate, Judo, Kung fu, Krav maga, Aikido, Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai and Wrestling.

* **Acrobatics**: Ethan is a master of acrobatics, able to perform incredible feats of agility and flexibility. He can leap great distances, perform flips and spins in midair, and navigate even the most treacherous terrain with ease. His mastery of acrobatics makes him an incredibly agile fighter, able to dodge attacks and evade enemies with grace and precision. In addition, he can use his acrobatic skills to access hard-to-reach locations or evade pursuit by climbing, jumping, or swinging from one surface to another.
* **Disguise**: He is also a master of disguise, able to transform his appearance into that of another person or creature with remarkable accuracy. He can alter his physical features, voice, and mannerisms to fool even the most observant of individuals. This ability makes him a valuable asset in undercover operations, as he can infiltrate organizations or events without being detected. It also allows him to assume false identities and operate undetected in hostile territory.
* **Interrogation**: Ethan is highly skilled in the art of interrogation, able to extract information from even the most stubborn or resistant subjects. He uses a combination of psychological tactics, deception, and physical pressure to break down his targets and extract the information he needs. His mastery of interrogation makes him an invaluable asset in intelligence-gathering operations, as he can extract vital information from even the most secretive of enemies.
* **Intimidation**: Ethan's imposing physical presence and fearsome reputation make him a master of intimidation. He can use his imposing stature, intense gaze, and booming voice to strike fear into the hearts of his enemies, causing them to submit to his will or flee in terror. His mastery of intimidation allows him to control situations through fear and force, making him a formidable opponent in any confrontation.
* **Stealth**: He is also a master of stealth, able to move silently and undetected through any environment. He can blend into shadows, remain hidden in plain sight, and move without leaving any trace or sound behind. His mastery of stealth allows him to infiltrate enemy strongholds, gather intelligence undetected, and strike from the shadows with deadly precision.
* **Thievery**: Ethan is highly skilled in the art of thievery, able to pick locks, disarm traps, and bypass security systems with ease. He can steal valuable objects or information without leaving any trace or arousing suspicion. His mastery of thievery makes him a valuable asset in covert operations or when acquiring vital resources or information.
* **Throwing**: Ethan is a master of throwing, able to accurately hurl a wide variety of objects with remarkable precision and force. He can throw knives, shurikens, or other projectiles with deadly accuracy, or use thrown objects to distract or disarm his enemies. His mastery of throwing allows him to strike from a distance, take out enemies from cover, and make use of his surroundings as weapons.

## Paraphernalia

### Equipment

* **Scorpion Suit**: Ethan's suit covers his identity and has a few features that aids him during his time as a vigilante. The suit is structured into two parts, the first part being the suit and the second part being the mask, hood and cape which is in one set. The first part has two layers, the first layer being made of carbon fiber and second layer being made of thin kevlar, which makes him more agile in fights, while running etc. It's semi-bulletproof and can withstand a few gunshots to any part of the suit without any damage to the body itself. The second part of the suit which is the mask, hood and cape are also semi-bulletproof and can withstand a few bullets without damaging the respective parts.The hood and cape are in the same set and isn't removable from each other, whilst the mask that is covering the whole head, can be removed separately.
	+ **Mask**: Ethan's mask includes a visual GPS that he only can see from inside the mask as well as a voice changer that makes his voice darker.
	+ **Stinger Belt**: Ethan's suit includes a belt most known for its ability to function as an EMP device. When the button on the front middle is pressed, it emits an electromagnetic pulse that disables all electronics within its blast radius for a short period of time.
	+ **Claw Hook**: Ethan uses a grappling hook device in the shape of a scorpion claw which is connected to the forearms on his suit. He uses it to quickly ascent buildings or places he can't reach on foot and to pull people or objects that are further away. When using it to pull people, the claw clamps onto the target and depending on the pressure he chooses, it can be so painful that it creates bruises or even blood wounds. When the target has been hit with the claw, he can choose to start pulling the target towards him via a pulley system that is built into the device.

### Transportation

* **Claw Cruiser**: Dark Scorpio customized a muscle motorcycle, resembling a V-Rod cruiser, with a sleek matte black finish and bulletproof exterior and interior design, which he uses from time to time to get around quicker.

### Weapons

* **Stingers**: Stingers are handheld blades that resemble scorpion stingers and are used similarly to throwing knives. They come in various forms, with different functionalities to serve a range of purposes. Some are used solely as weapons during combat, while others serve as GPS trackers, EMPs, explosives, USB drives, magnets, tasers, and more. To ensure accessibility, Ethan stores these stingers at the back of his Stinger Belt, allowing him to retrieve them quickly when needed.