History: "My story is pretty simple really. My entire childhood was spent on one Air Force base or another. We moved around a lot. Mom died of cancer when I was six and dad took it pretty hard. He submerged himself in his work and I was left to kinda fend for myself. We were in Japan at the time and I spent a lot of time watching martial arts films. I became very intrigued by what I saw. I talked my dad into letting me sign up at a local dojo. Being the only white student was difficult enough but I began to progress far faster than anyone else in the class. Sensei Shibuki taught me Karate, Jujutsu and began to teach me Taijutsu. After 6 years my schooling was cut short when my father was reassigned to China. In China I studied Kung Fu with Master Edo. It was only a couple years before we were again moved, this time to Korea. There I learned Tae Kwon Do under the tutelage of Mr. Min. During all these years I still longed for Japan and the expertise of Sensei Shibuki. Finally my prayers were heard and we were off to Japan again. I continued my schooling and soon became nearly a master in my own right. One day when I was on my way home from the dojo six men clad in deep red Ninja garb ambushed me. I gave them a good fight and if not for a lucky sweep by one of there number I would have won. As it turned out one stood poised above me ready to end my life I began wishing I was someplace…anyplace else. Suddenly I was, I found myself back at the dojo lying at Sensei's feet. He took me aside and told me that like himself I was born with power and I must use it wisely and responsibly. My private lessons began, he taught me to use my gifts and about honor. Not long after my dad was reassigned again and we were off to Hawaii. In Hawaii I discovered music and began to play the guitar. Without Sensei or my father looking after me I rebelled and began running with a pretty dangerous crowd. Then I received sensei's letter. He said that I must return to Japan at once, so off I went. I arrived just in time to see Sensei on his death bed. Just before he died he told me that I must rediscover my honor. He also told me who was responsible for his death…The Scarlet Ninja. I began seeking them out but needn't have they were looking for me. In the battle that followed I was severely wounded, my throat slashed. Many of them would never speak or breathe again. After the battle I moved to California with my friend Jay. We are starting a band and it seems to be going well. I have taken Sensei Shibuki's dying words to heart and I now use my powers for the good of mankind as Switch."

Appearance: Switch is a handsome muscular man who wears a red Gi top and black pants and boots. His long brown hair is loose and Black goggles cover his eyes.

Personality: Switch combines many conflicting traits, he is honorable and lives by a strict code yet reckless and swashbuckling. He is a gloryhound and loves to prove he is better than other Martial Artists. Switch often goes out of his way to do things the most difficult way so he can feel the adrenaline rush which he loves.

Quote: "Combat is the true test of skill and ability, are you sure you can handle me?"

Tactics: Switch is a good battle tactician and will gauge a situation carefully for others sake. He on the other hand loves to leap into the fray and relish in the excitement of fighting on the edge.

Switch

Value

Characteristic

Pts

Disadvantages 150+

Pts

25

Strength

15

Enraged when attacked dishonorably 11/11-

10

29

Dexterity

57

DNPC: Father 11- (comp normal)

10

25

Constitution

30

DNPC: Friend Jay 11- (as powerful)

5

14

Body

8

DNPC: Friend Kerry 8- (normal)

10

10

Intelligence

0

Distinct Features: Mutant

5

14

Ego

8

Distinct Features: Raspy Voice

5

20

Presence

10

Style Disadvantage

10

16

Comeliness

3

Hunted by Genocide 8-

20

15

Physical Def

10

Hunted by Minutemen 8-

15

15

Energy Def

5

Hunted by The Scarlet Ninja 11-

10

7

Speed

31

Hunted by Viper 8-

20

10

Recovery

0

Hunted by Green Dragon 11-

15

50

Endurance

0

Psych Lim: Protects Innocents (com/total)

20

40

Stun

0

Psych Lim: Code of Honor (com/total)

20

Characteristic cost

182

Psych Lim: Reckless (com/mod)

10

Psych Lim: Showoff (com/mod)

10

OCV

10

Psych Lim: Loves excitement (com/str)

15

DCV

10

Reputation 11- (Grandstanding Hero)

10

ECV

5

Rivalry with other Martial Artists

10

Strength Roll

14-

Secret Identity: Kyle McKay

15

Dexterity Roll

15-

Quirk: Quotes Heavy Metal lyrics

1

Constitution Roll

14-

Quirk: Cracks his knuckles

1

Intelligence Roll

11-

Quirk: Relaxes by working out

1

Ego Roll

12-

Quirk: Likes to play video games

1

Perception Roll

14-

Quirk: Loves being on TV

1

Disadvantage Total

250

Experience

138

Pts.

Powers

End

30

Multipower - 45 point reserve (Act 14-)

3u

Teleport 20" x2 mass

1/5"

3u

Teleport 5" x2 mass x512 distance (x2 End)

12

2u

Missile Deflection vs. all missiles +10OCV (costs End)

4

10

Fixed Locations: 5 Floating Locations: 1

Element Control - Chi

34

A-Damage Reduction 50% Physical and Energy Resistant (Must be aware/Stun only)

8

B-Danger Sense 12- Anytime

8

C-Armor 8 PD and ED (Costs End)

2

4

D-Enhanced Perception with all senses +3

4

E-Combat Sense 14-

4

F-Regeneration 1 Body/Minute

2

G-Mental Defense +5 (8 pts. Total)

6

Running +3"

1/5"

3

Superleap +5" (Requires Acrobatics roll)

+1

42

Gadget Pool - 35 Point Reserve (OAF/Change in arsenal)

3

Flash Defense 5 points (OIF-Goggles)

10

Defense Maneuver - Full

3

Lightsleep

3

Ambidexterity

4

Tunneling 1" may fill in (1" Max/OAF/Soft only)

2

Gliding 6" (Only for not leaving tracks)

3

Multipower 3 Point Reserve

1u

Lightning Reflexes +2 "Cat Stance"

1u

OCV +1 with block "Crane Stance"

1u

OCV +1 with strikes "Crab Stance"

1u

Knockback Resistance -2" "Horse Stance"

Martial Arts - *Jujutsu, $Karate, %Kung Fu, #Ninjutsu, @Tae Kwon Do

4

Atemi Strike*$%# -1OCV, +1DCV, 2d6 NND (1)

4

Block*$%#@ +2OCV, +2DCV, Block, Abort

4

Choke Hold*# -2OCV, Grab one limb, 2d6 NND (2)

4

Disarm*$%@ -1OCV, +1DCV, Disarm +10 Str.

4

Dodge$%# +5DCV, Dodge, Abort, Effects all attacks

4

Escape*% +15 Str vs. Grabs

3

Joint Lock*% -1DCV, Grab one limb, +10 Str Hold

5

Joint Break* -1OCV, -2DCV, Grab one limb, 1/2d6 HKA, Disable

5

Kick$%#@ -2OCV, +1DCV, Strike+4d6

4

Punch*$%#@ +2DCV, Strike+2d6

3

Throw%# +1DCV, Str+V/5, Target Falls

3

Legsweep*$% +2OCV, -1DCV, Strike+1d6, Target Falls

4

Killing Strike$%#@ -2OCV, Strike1/2d6HKA

5

Breaking Throw*# -2OCV, -2DCV, Grab one limb, 1/2d6 HKA, Target falls, Disable

16

Damage Classes +4

5

Art useable with Clubs, Swords, Karate Weapons and Staves

9

Weapon Familiarity: Common Melee, Common Missile, Common Martial Arts Melee, Thrown Sword, Three Section Staff, Offhand

3

Acrobatics 15-

3

Breakfall 15-

3

Climbing 15-

3

Shadowing 11-

3

Sleight of Hand 15-

3

Stealth 15-

3

Tactics 11-

3

Scholar

3

Linguist

5

Languages: Japanese 14-, Mandarin Chinese 11-, Korean 11-, Ninja Codes & Symbols

3

KS: Analyze Style 13-

8

KS: Jujutsu 11-, Kung Fu 11-, Tae Kwon Do 11-, Karate 11-, Ninjutsu 11-, Martial World 11-, Music 11-, Philosophy 11-

6

PS: Guitarist 16- (Dex), Instructor 11-

7

Levels with Hand to Hand Combat [2] (Requires Analyze Style roll)

16

Levels with Combat [2]

353

Powers Cost +

182

Characteristic Cost =

535

Total Cost

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