FIREBRAND 
 
Author/Player: Ed Han 
 
Conditions for Use: 
Firebrand is sort of like Booster Gold (early on) as played by 
Will Smith (circa Independence Day) but with some of the same 
powers as the Human Torch. He gets distracted easily, 
especially by a pretty face, but is slowly coming to realize 
that there's more to being a hero than merchandising deals and 
hanging out in clubs. 
 
*Dialogue*: 
 
"I'm jiggy with it!" 
 
"That's the difference between me and you. I make this look 
*good*." 
 
"O, man, I gotta get me one of these!" 
 
 
*Tips for Portrayal*: 
 
Generally, he loves to be the center of attention, so long as 
it's positive attention. Will gloryhound/showboat anytime 
there's cameras and has a knack for finding them. 
 
Like several other prominent African-Americans (Shaquille 
O'Neal, Queen Latifah), Dennis Carter grew up in inner city 
Newark (with all that implies). He was trying to use basketball 
as a way out until his powers manifested during a college game. 
He was then suspended from sports and his scholarship revoked, 
without which he was forced to drop out of school. 
 
He has a short fuse and also does not possess complete control 
of his powers. If hit with flame while in his non-superpowered 
persona, he will also erupt into his flame form. 
 
 
*Abilities*: 
 
 - Flame powers. Firebrand can take on a flame-sheathed form 
which allows him to fly at 96 mph (by projecting out from his 
feet) or shoot jets of flame (in varying sizes). 
 - Flame field. Firebrand can also shroud himself in a nimbus 
of flame which extends 5 feet from his body. It is powerful 
enough to protect him from most common types of attack. 
 - Absorption. Firebrand is able to absorb flame, which 
invigorates him. Also, when he absorbs beyond a certain amount, 
he becomes faster. 
 - Adaptation. Firebrand's powers stem from a dimensional rift 
to what may be considered to be like the Elemental Plane of 
Fire (AD&D…dead and unfortunately, not forgotten). As a result, 
bizarre fluctuations in his immediate environment do not 
directly cause him distress.  
 
Firebrand is also quite wealthy, owing to his several 
merchandising deals and his cut of the sales of his comic book. 
 
 
*Limitations*: 
 
Powers are fickle. While in use, if Firebrand is distracted, 
there is a chance that his powers will cut out. 
 
 
*Supporting Cast*: 
 
Matilda Carter, mother.  Sample dialogue: "God has a special 
plan for my boy, yes he does." 
 
Drew Osterhaus, agent.  Sample dialogue: "Look, Firebrand is 
crazy about working with Marvel, but if Homage Studios is 
willing to pay more, well, what can I say?  Help me help you!"


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From: "Han, Ed" <ed.han@bowker.com>
Subject: Brief Profile: firebrand
Date: Wed, 10 Jun 1998 10:12:14 -0400

description:
6', approximately 180 lbs. in good physical condition (used to play
basketball on a scholarship).  sort of resembles will smith but no
facial hair. smiles a lot, good looking in a "nice guy" sort of way,
which he banks on heavily in the merchandising deals.

costume:
currently using a crimson bodystocking with gauntlets and large boots
and a matching domino mask.  usually counts on the heat from the flames
he generates to prevent ready identification (yes, he thinks he can pull
off a secret identity).

notes:
is having a club built in an abandoned warehouse on the docks in LA to
be called "the hot spot."  if you're interested in seeing a menu, let me
know.

in the real world, firebrand is currently being played in an actual V&V
campaign.  use him for description, dialogue, simple actions, but try
not to do anything too dramatic; would prefer to incorporate stuff from
the game here and there's a few surprises that are coming to a head.

if in a fight, he generally will try to provide air cover and stuff
unless there's someone cute on the other side...

ed