HardTack

General

Hero name: HardTack
Real name: Ethan Baker
Birthday: 22 February X020 (Pisces)
Orientation: Straight

Age: 25
Height: 5 ft 7 / 170 cm
Weight: 165 lb / 75 kg
P. Size: 7′ / 18 cm

Body Build: Lean and Fit
Hair Color: Ginger
Eye Color: Blue

Race:
Super-powered Human (Innate)

Stats

Class: Protector, Assassin
Tier: B-Tier
Occupation:
Apprentice Hero
Cindra Alliance
Base of Operation:
Cindra Metropolitan,
Republic of Cindra

Abilities (Level)

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Flour Manipulation

HardTack can summon and manipulate a variety of flour-based products instantly. He can create sharp wafer daggers, thick waffle shields, and even sticky dough traps.

Sugar Rush Empowerment

HardTack can absorb energy from sugary treats to temporarily boost his powers, strength, and speed.

Weaknesses

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Water / Moisture

Exposure to water, whether it be rain or targeted attacks, weakens his flour creations, making them soft and feeble.
The moisture also makes it difficult for him to manifest pastries with the same level of precision and potency as in dry conditions.

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Appearance

Standing at a height of around 5’7, Ethan maintains a balanced and agile stature. He is lean and athletic, a result of regular training and physical activity. Although not overly muscular, his body showcases a well-defined and toned physique, hinting at the strength and agility he possesses.

Ethan’s vibrant ginger hair frames his face with a lively warmth, accentuating the expressiveness of his bright blue eyes, which sparkle with determination and compassion.

In his civilian guise, Ethan likes wearing jeans and comfortable sneakers paired with a variety of colorful T-shirts or hoodies. His fashion choices reflect his vibrant personality.

As HardTack, he wears a vibrant yellow hoodie. The hoodie is designed with a distinct H symbol emblazoned on his chest. A set of goggles perched on his forehead or worn over his eyes adds a practical touch to his superhero costume. These goggles serve as a functional accessory, giving him vision when his flour-manipulating powers start to obstacle his sight.

Personality

HardTack is a person full of energy and enthusiasm. He has a positive attitude that inspires those around him. Whether he is dealing with a crisis or interacting with civilians, his optimistic personality shines through.

Although he has a cheerful demeanor, HardTack is a determined hero who never gives up easily. He faces challenges head-on and persists until he achieves his goal of making the world a better place. His unwavering commitment to his mission drives him to overcome obstacles with resilience.

HardTack is guided by a sense of altruism, always putting the needs of others before his own. He is always ready to lend a helping hand, not only physically but also emotionally, providing support and encouragement to those in need.

Origins

In the serene and quaint town of the Republic of Kant, nestled near the Samara Peaks, a cataclysmic event reshaped the lives of its inhabitants forever. It was within this picturesque setting that HardTack’s origin story began, amidst the aftermath of a nuclear meltdown that threatened to engulf the very essence of the community.

Prior to his birth, Ethan Baker’s parents, Jonathan and Sarah Baker, were caught in the tumultuous aftermath of the nuclear disaster. The once-peaceful town was engulfed in chaos and despair. Amidst the devastation, Jonathan and Sarah fought valiantly to survive.

Years later, amidst the remnants of a town scarred by tragedy, Ethan was born into a world forever changed by the specter of nuclear disaster. His parents’ resilience and fortitude became the foundation upon which his own journey would unfold, shaping him into the hero he was destined to become.

One fateful day, the 16 year-old boy decided to visit the site of his destroyed hometown and stumbled upon an abandoned bakery. There, he felt a surge of energy coursed through him, and to his astonishment, a warm, freshly baked pastry materialized in his hand.

Astonished and intrigued, he experimented with his newfound powers, discovering that he could manipulate the size, flavor, and even the intricacies of the pastries he summoned.

Guided by an innate sense of responsibility and fueled by the desire to bring joy to his struggling community, Ethan embraced his powers as a force for good.

With each pastry he summoned, he became not only a symbol of resilience for his town but a beacon of hope for those who had endured the trials of their shared past.