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Toxic

Personnel File // SDN Torrance Division
SadisticObservantCrudeTactical

Abilities

Acid ManipulationTransformationFlightRegeneration
Audio Transcript Log
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“It turns out right after Shroud shot him in the chest, your dad pissed his pants. Betcha didn't know that, huh?”

--Toxic

Backstory

Origins

Not much is known about Toxic's past or how he originally gained his powers. His possession of dog tags implies a military background, which may explain his tactical prowess.

Joining the Red Ring

After Shroud escaped prison, Toxic was recruited into the [[Red Ring]] and granted cybernetic augmentations that greatly enhanced his existing powers. The Red Ring symbol can be seen on his neck, indicating his augmented status.

The Steel Mill Trap

When Mecha Man began hunting for Shroud, Toxic posed as a low-ranking Red Ring member to lure him into a trap. After being "captured" and dangled over a ledge by Mecha Man, Toxic revealed the location of [[Llewelyn Steel Works]]—exactly as planned. At the steel mill, Toxic revealed his true colors and fought Mecha Man alongside the Red Ring, ultimately helping destroy the hero's suit.

Appearance

Toxic has two distinct forms: - Normal: Wears a short-sleeved, unbuttoned yellow shirt over a white low-collared shirt. Has a buzz cut, many tattoos across his upper body, and dog tags around his neck (implying military history). - Powered: Transforms into a naked, green humanoid form with corrosive properties.

Personality

Toxic is a highly sadistic criminal who takes pleasure in tormenting his opponents, suggesting sociopathic or psychopathic tendencies. Key personality traits: - Sadistic: Gets off on psychological torment—mocked Robert Robertson about his father's death during their first encounter - Surprisingly Observant: Recognized Robert's complicated feelings toward his father immediately and offered unexpectedly thoughtful perspective - Crude: Has no filter and deliberately says the most hurtful things possible - Tactical: Masterminded the trap that destroyed Mecha Man's suit Despite his cruelty, Robert admits Toxic was "surprisingly easy to talk to when he wasn't being a dick."

Powers and Abilities

Transformation

Toxic can transform into a corrosive green form, granting enhanced abilities: - Acid Manipulation: Controls acids at will - Acid Ball Projection: Creates and launches spheres of acid capable of penetrating Mecha Man armor - Acid Beam Emission: Projects concentrated streams of acid - Superhuman Strength: Can go toe-to-toe against Mecha Man - Enhanced Durability: Survived a water tank landing on him - Regenerative Healing Factor: Rapidly heals from dislocations and broken bones - Flight: Capable of sustained flight in transformed state

Base Abilities

- Superhuman Durability: Even untransformed, can withstand full-force punts and stomps from Mecha Man - Expert Tactician: Presumably designed the perfect trap to ensure Mecha Man armor's destruction

Weaknesses

- Cybernetic Dependency: His augmentations can be remotely controlled by Shroud - Overconfidence: His sadistic nature leads him to toy with opponents rather than finish them quickly

Relationships

Red Ring

Fellow members. Coordinates attacks and ambushes with other gang members.

Trivia

  • Wears dog tags, implying military service. This might explain why his ambush tactics worked so well—and why subduing Robert was so successful.
  • His "advice" about Robert's complicated father issues was apparently helpful. Even psychopaths can occasionally stumble into therapy.
  • Gets defeated in the final battle by Punch Up punching him repeatedly in the genitals. Sometimes karma aims low.
  • His voice actor Jared Goldstein brings the perfect blend of smug and sadistic to the role.
  • Transforms into a naked green man when powered up. Really commits to the "Toxic" branding.
  • Is apparently the only Red Ring member observant enough to notice Robert's daddy issues. Low bar, but he cleared it.
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