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Rennek
Background: Rene has lived in San Diego her whole life as the only child of the wealthy Dr. Aquila Anderson and his wife Dana. Dr Anderson is an accomplished lab scientist of a prominent successful research laboratory (Quantonium Labs) used by many major corporations in the United States. The lab runs experiments and research into materials, technologies, chemicals, artificial and biological manufacturing, and other fields all on the cutting edge of science. Because of Rene's father's insights and discoveries, he has become a household name nationwide. His is one of America’s most prized millionaires, owns many patents, and has authored a number of definitive scientific works. He is a very understanding and kind father, while being a quiet man of few words.
Dana, Rene's mother, is very active in their local politics and community. She is constantly found taking up causes, meeting with public officials and using her husband's public image to increase her influence. While she climbs up the political latter, she still finds time to attend her many clubs and groups and make public appearances when called upon. The press believes that she will run for some sort of public office in the near future.
The fame and success of her parents is a double edged sword for Rene. On one hand, she is given all the material things she could want. On the other hand, she has a very distant relationship with both parents, and rarely sees them. This gives her much time to herself. Her interest in science thrills her father, but her socially awkward tendencies are often scolded by her mother.
Although she lives in a mansion, Rene has spent most of her time in her room, researching and studying. Rene was sent to public school and has been a model student. She had few friends, but has already won many academic awards.
When bombarded by metaphysical phenomena, Rene found herself soaring skyward and falling through the floor many times. Her new state was unstable, and there was no end in sight. It was only after her contact with agents from the mysterious American League of Heroes (ALOH) that she was given training on how to harness and control her new abilities. When her mother realized her daughter’s potential to become an instrument of social change, she encouraged her to join the ALOH. Rene enjoyed being sent on missions by the League and living the life of a super hero in secret. The ALOH offered the Anderson family a large compensation to move to Compass City which has the highest crime rate in the nation. There, Rene attends high school by day and fulfills ALOH assignments and missions by night.
Once Alloy had been apprehended by the ALOH, he was assigned to Rennek who volunteered to help train him and teach him what it takes to be an American hero. They formed the Renegades. It was on a mission from the ALOH that the Renegades encountered the runaway orphan Zach McClain (Sketch) in the aftermath of a meteor shower. Rene felt responsible for Zach and begged her parents to adopt him. They eventually consented, and Rene wasted no time in training Zach to use his powers as the ALOH had trained her. The Renegades still carry out missions and save the streets of Compass City to this day.
Appearance: Rene is a beautiful girl who is well kept and well dressed. Although she prefers unflattering street clothes when she is alone, she is rarely seen in public without being dressed in a way which pleases her socially conscious mother. New fashions and trending styles dominate her wardrobe, hand-picked by Mrs. Anderson. Rene resents this a little, and often feels like she lives under the thumb of demanding parents.
Rene's eyes are sky blue, and her long hair is light brown. Her skin is a peach color. She is slim with an average feminine shape. She is average height for her age of 16. She could be considered a "late bloomer" and still has young teen features. Rene wears contacts when out, but wears her glasses while she is inside.
Super Hero Uniform: Rennek's uniform has the black base of a full body leotard which is lightly (but not overly) elastic. Running through this suit is sky-blue bracket-shaped stripes. Her upper back, shoulders and chest is protected by an armor-like breast plate which ends at a point near her sternum. She has a wide purple belt. Her billowy loose sleeves are white. She also wears white boots with matching blue and purple striped cuffs. Her eye-mask is black, and does not restrict her long hair, which reaches her mid-back.
Most Distinguishing Characteristics: Rene’s long hair and vivid eyes are very noticeable, and her kind demeanor are all among the first things someone would notice about her. She also may come off as something of a "know-it-all."
Team Interaction: Rennek balances out the extreme stoic and militaristic nature of Alloy and the care-free and rebellious Sketch. She is arguably the most “normal” of all the team members, and has a lot of respect for her teammates. She tries to live up to their expectations as their leader. Above all else, Rennek enjoys their company and finds a great deal of fulfillment from having such close friends who she can rely on, and who rely on her. She takes it upon herself to make sure everyone is working well together, and reaching their full potential.
Personality: Rennek is cool-headed and practical, while having a unique sense of humor one could expect from a Scientist’s daughter. She likes to stick to business and facts like her Father, and has a contagious optimism.
Habits, Mannerisms, Favorites and Hobbies: Rene is driven by a pursuit of knowledge for the betterment of mankind. She feels her studies will one day help the world just as much as her super hero activities. When she is not doing homework, she is often studying to be a first-rate Scientist like her Father. She is very much a “Daddy’s girl.” Besides reading and being online, she also enjoys traveling. Her mother insisted that she join her school’s dance company, which she has learned to enjoy as well. She is a very good dancer and performer.
She is sometimes found not presentable (with messy hair, plain clothes, etc.) in public when she has become immersed in her work. She also daydreams often and can seem absent minded.
Style of Speech: Rene has an elegant speech pattern, impressive vocabulary, and a professional tone like her parents.
Ruled by Emotion or Logic: Rennek is a highly logical individual, but does not downplay the influence of her instincts. Although she usually takes the most realistic or practical approach, Rennek still has a healthy sense of humor and sense of fun. She is a very well rounded teenager.
What They Care About / Don't Care About: Fairness and truth are the major subjects of Rennek’s attention. The betterment of mankind is paramount, and is achieved (in her mind) through bringing justice to the criminal and expanding scientific horizons. She is bothered by how much High School matters get in her way, and does not care so much for relationships, parties, dances, and the usual things which occupy a teenager’s thoughts. Rennek is very ideological, which sometimes leads her to become an outcast.
Powers, Skills, Strengths / Weaknesses: Because of the random space-time tsunami which she experienced, Rene can act outside the laws of normal physics. She can defy gravity, giving her the ability to fly as long, as high, or as fast as she wants. She can also phase through objects, walk through walls, fall through floors, reach inside objects, and so forth. With her hands, Rene can project anti-energy which stuns opponents, drains heat, electricity, light and other forms of energy. She can also emit anti-matter which causes targeted objects to vanish into nothingness.
Rene is very intelligent and kind. She has strong ideals and a powerful commitment to bring about social change for the better. Her thirst for knowledge, her charity and maturity all contribute to her impressive leadership of the Renegades. She is also a good student and dancer with her school’s dance company.
Her weaknesses include the sloppy and social awkward habits of a scientist, and also a general naivety to the outside world. Thankfully, the latter is overcome by the street-smarts and experience of her team mates Sketch and Alloy.
Greatest Fear: Rennek’s worst fear is to waste her life, having made no difference in the world. The thought of going through life not making any discoveries in science or creating any kind of social reform is one she avoids at all costs.
How they act when they are feeling good: When in a good mood, Rene can be a little bossy, and focused on the project at hand. She is powerfully optimistic and can be very influential to people around her. When feeling good, her leadership skills and problem solving skills are at their best. She is talkative, passionate about her projects and makes jokes.
How they act when they are feeling bad: Rene becomes quiet and isolated when stressed or upset. She doesn’t easily turn her back on her work, obligations or missions, but she will do her duty quietly and quickly. She finds it difficult to communicate clearly when she is upset, so she doesn’t communicate much at all.
Additional ideas: Rene may find a crush which occupies her thoughts and turns her scientific world on edge. She also may lose her temper with the others and work solo for a while. She can be a great fighter, having been a dancer for most of her school life.
For more information about Rennek, please visit her basic profile on our page, “The Comic Book.”
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