So, I'm starting a new batch of characters for a team called the "Crimson Crusaders". This team has a long LONG history. Not as a story, but, as a concept created by me.
I created the Crusaders my sophomore year in High School. That puts the team inception right around 1987-1988. They were initially to be like the Squadron Supreme, and as a companion to the Avengers. Initially, they had a reformed Mole Man and Speedball as members.
As times changed, Speedball was taken by the New Warriors, and I became less interested in creating material for a "Marvel Universe", but, obviously wanted to create my own universe. At that time, I had not created "Super Earth" yet, which would come later with Captain Jupiter. Also, the Clandestine character, Crimson Crusader, had not been published yet, so I still had an original team name.
The cast of characters changed over time, and finally settled on the current lineup late in the 90s, or early in 2000.
Livewire
Bombshell
Freezeframe
Stagedive
Alterego
Foresight
Breakthrough
All of these names were conceived in the 90s, BUT, none of the character designs. NONE of them had costumes. I had/have no idea what these characters looked/look like at all. SO, as of RIGHT NOW, I am going to attempt to give life to these names with actual characters to look at. Hopefully this works out, but, as time passes, maybe things will change. MAYBE....
Livewire
This character design is a direct translation of a character created by Ascaron. I have always loved the design, and decided to incorporate this design into my universe. I do not know who Ascaron is, but, I hope he enjoys seeing his design in a new light.
Freezeframe
Originally a re-design of Santi's Iceman, I've changed him to a character with essentially the same powers. He has the ability to freeze opponents with extreme cold so they instantly stop in place. I still don't know how he does this without killing his opponent, because freezing someone would cause their cellular walls to burst when freezing and thawing. The cellular membranes can't handle the stress...
Foresight
This costume design is influenced by the character "Cannonbolt" from Ben10. I simply like the design... He has the ability to see what his opponent will do 4-5 seconds into the future. He can predict and track their actions. This power isn't natural, he gets it from the bulbs on his body, which are linked to his brain. He is trained in martial arts, has incredible stamina and strength, and is extremely intelligent...
SO, there you have 3 members. Four to go. I start a new job on Wednesday, and I am currently suffering from "mouse shoulder" (has anyone else had this ailment?), so I probably won't get this set completely finished until later in the week. Of course, I could be wrong, but, we'll see...
HONESTLY, with my use of previous/others designs, tell me what you think. Do these characters work? What are your thoughts. The blog has a comments section for a reason! ;)
Monday, February 27, 2012
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