Of all the Midnight Sons, none hold more power than these three tortured men. Noble Kale (aka the Ghost Rider), Johnny Blaze, and Michael Badilino (aka Vengeance) have suffered horribly as a result of the machinations of the occult powers of the Marvel Universe. Each has lost family and faced grievous wounds and certain death. Never once did any of them shirk their duty. They are truly heroes of the first order. As long as they stand against the shadows, darkness will never envelop the innocent.


Ghost Rider

Strength 14C
Agility 6D
Intellect 4D
Willpower 9D

Skills: Brawling, Whips (Chain); Driving (Motorcycle); Occult; Intimidation

Powers:

Body Armor +3
Detection [Magic] 8
Penance Stare (Psychic Blast) 12
  Limit: Eye Contact required
  Unique Trait: +6 Intensity if victim has a
  villainous calling
Regeneration 10
Resistance +5 to Fire, Poison, and Radiation

Equipment:

Chain +5
  Ensnarement 8, Firing Weapon +3
Motorcycle
  Material Strength 16, Basic Movement,
  Homing Beacon, Lightning Speed 4
  (Run Up Walls, Walk on Water)



Dan Ketch: Strength 4, Agility 5 , Intellect 4, Willpower 6

Calling: Vengeance/Protector (the innocent)
Hindrances: Amnesia, Monstrous, Transformative
Personality: Relentless, calm. Will sacrifice anything to protect the innocent.

History: See History of the Midnight Sons

Using Ghost Rider in Your Campaign: This is a tough one. Ghost Rider aka Noble Kale was last seen in Mephisto's realm, where he defeated and deposed the dark lord. In doing so, Ghost Rider became the new lord of that realm. It is possible that he chose to remain there and rule, but it is also possible that he chose to return to earth to continue his mission. And, of course, it's always possible that Mephisto showed back up and kicked him out. I find that last one pretty likely, myself.

For comparion, check out my good buddy Steve Kunec's version of Ghost Rider at his fantastic
Martyrs and Madmen website!



Johnny Blaze

Strength 6C
Agility 8C
Intellect 4D
Willpower 8X

Skills: Brawling, Knife;, Driving (Motorcycle), Marksmanship; Occult

Powers:

Fire Control ("Hellfire") 12
  Limits: Blast only, Requires focus (shotgun, knife, etc.)

Equipment:

Motorcycle
  Material Strength 12, Lightning Speed 3
  (Run Up Walls)

Calling: Peace of Mind, Protector (his family)
Hindrances: Formerly Monstrous, none currently
Personality: Very gruff and abrasive. Reluctant to become involved in occult affairs, but always rises to the occasion.

History: See History of the Midnight Sons

Using Johnny Blaze in Your Campaign: Blaze is the most accessible of the three Spirits of Vengeance. Right now he is presumably travelling the country with the rebuilt Quentin Carnival while searching for his children Craig and Emma. They disappeared following a confrontation with the now-deceased crimelord Anton Hellate. That same battle claimed the life of Roxanne, Blaze's wife.


Vengeance

Strength 14D
Agility 6D
Intellect 4X
Willpower 8C

Skills: Brawling; Driving (Motorcycle), Marksmanship; Intimidation, Law Enforcement

Powers:

Body Armor +3
Energy Blast ("Hellfire") 12
Regeneration 10
Resistance +5 to Fire, Poison, and Radiation
Spikes +3 (may be thrown at +2)

Equipment:

Motorcycle
  Material Strength 12, Lightning Speed 3
  (Run Up Walls)


Michael Badilino: Strength 4, Agility 5 , Intellect 4, Willpower 6

Calling: Vengeance, Protector (later Demolisher)
Hindrances: Monstrous, Transformative
Personality: Agressive and violent. Believes that might makes right. Had no compunctions about killing the guilty.

History: See History of the Midnight Sons

Using Vengeance in Your Campaign: Vengeance was last seen in the realm of Mephisto, where he was defeated by the dark lord. However, he bought Ghost Rider enought time to realize his true origins and access enough power to defeat and slay Mephisto. It's possible that Vengeance remains there in service to Ghost Rider (the realm's new lord) or he may have escaped back into the world of the living during the confusion. You're the Narrator, you decide.


Thanks to Steve Kunec and Jesse Davis for inspiration and feedback on these characters!
All characters and likenesses thereof are © and ™ of Marvel Entertainment and are used here for non-profit purposes. Don't sue me.
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