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The Chiaroscurist
Shadows Revealed
Concept: The Chiaroscurist wields light and darkness to uncover hidden patterns, driven by a childhood fascination with artistic contrasts and inspired by masterpieces like Caravaggio's 'The Calling of St. Matthew'.
Origin: The Chiaroscurist, a Human hero, manipulates light and darkness to create breathtaking displays of chiaroscuro, unraveling hidden patterns of the universe.
Race: Human • Rank: Legendary
Attributes
Agility d12, Smarts d12+10, Spirit d12, Strength d10, Vigor d4Skills
Athletics d10, Common Knowledge d12, Notice d10, Persuasion d12, Stealth d12, Fighting d8, Focus d12, Shooting d10, Hacking d8Pace: 12; Parry: 6; Toughness: 18 (8); Power Points: 75
Hindrances
- Vow (Major): Sketched every face saved to remember why they hold back when rage rises, a promise made to a dying friend in a Parisian alley.
- Code of Honor (Major): Refuses to strike a downed opponent, a vow taken at a brother's grave in a small Italian town.
Edges
Super Powers,Mentalist,Marksman,Strong Willed,Alertness,Combat Reflexes,Brave
Powers
- Super Attribute (Smarts)Level 10(20 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent+10 die steps.Trappings: Neural implants
- Force FieldLevel 4(4 PP)Range: Self•Duration: SustainedIncoming damage reduced by 4.Trappings: Auroral shield
- ToughnessLevel 6(6 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent+6 Toughness.Trappings: Bioluminescent skin
- AwarenessLevel 9(9 PP)Range: Self•Duration: PermanentIgnore 9 points of attack penalties.Trappings: Echoes of memories
- Heightened SensesLevel 6(6 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent6 sense bonuses chosen.Trappings: Intuitive insight
- Flight(8 PP)Range: Self•Duration: PermanentFly at Pace 6 (4 MPH) base; cost 2–18 PP scales up to Near Light Speed (SPC pg.2407)Trappings: Gravitational pull
- ArmorLevel 4(4 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent+8 Armor.Trappings: Energy shield
- Dodge(4 PP)Range: Self•Duration: Permanent−4 to be hit by ranged attacks.Trappings: Quick reflexes
- Energy Control(5 PP)Range: 12"/24 yd•Duration: SustainedManipulate chosen energy type within 12"/24 yds for various effectsTrappings: Essence of light
- Speed(9 PP)Range: Self•Duration: PermanentTier table: 3 PP Pace 12 → 5 Pace 45 → 7 Pace 90 → 9 Pace 180 → 11 Pace 360 → 13 Sonic → 17 max (SPC table)Trappings: Rapid movement
Gear
No gear
Advances
- Skill: Shooting d8 → d10 & Common Knowledge d4 → d6
- Skill: Persuasion d4 → d6 & Stealth d4 → d6
- Skill: Athletics d6 → d8 & Common Knowledge d6 → d8
- Skill: Persuasion d6 → d8 & Stealth d6 → d8
- Skill: Notice d8 → d10 & Athletics d8 → d10
- Skill: Common Knowledge d8 → d10 & Persuasion d8 → d10
- Skill: Stealth d8 → d10 & Focus d10 → d12
- Skill: Common Knowledge d10 → d12 & Persuasion d10 → d12
- Skill: Stealth d10 → d12 & Hacking d4
- Skill: Hacking d4 → d6 & Hacking d6 → d8
- Skill: Focus d10 → d12 & Fighting d6 → d8
- New Edge: Combat Reflexes
- New Edge: Brave
- New Edge: Alertness
- Attribute: Spirit d10 → d12
- Attribute: Agility d10 → d12
- Attribute: Smarts → d12
- Attribute: Strength → d10
Backstory
A solar eclipse sparked The Chiaroscurist's journey, revealing hidden patterns. Encountering Caravaggio's works ignited a passion for chiaroscuro. A transformative experience near a black hole unlocked new possibilities, merging art and power.
Appearance
The Chiaroscurist has short, dark hair and piercing green eyes. An ethereal glow surrounds them. A dark, tailored coat is their signature attire.