Katana

Katana is a very unique individual in the realm of heroes. He holds the powers of the Metal Elemental, yet has the form of a human being. He is quite intelligent, but has the heart of a child. With no family, save for monks who raised him, and a natural social awkwardness, he doesn't have very many people to rely on but himself. However, his optimism may just make him a true hero, if the Hand of Ash don't get him first...



Physical Description
This man is of medium height, with a light frame, although not necessarily scrawny. He has a rather tight, muscular build, while not looking heavy. Spiky silver hair sits atop his head, while striking golden eyes seem to illuminate the rest of him.

Incarnation
As time passed, and humanity developed and progressed, the ways of old passed into myth. With the natural metal of the world being taken, and crafted to man's needs, the elemental powers of the world began to shift. To restore balance to the earth, the cosmos sent an incarnation of the element of metal to the earth. Born as a human, the elemental would be trusted by those who would throw off the natural elemental balance of Earth. As such, he might be able to make a difference. Born with the Elemental Powers of Yang Metal, the being known as Katana set out to not only stop humanity from destroying the world, but itself as well.

Personality
Being of the affinity to Yang, Katana is optimistic, compassionate, and kind. Feels heavy pain at the injury or death of others.

Life History
After his incarnation, Katana set out through his birthplace of China, learning of his powers and origin through his childhood. When he realized he caused more harm then good, he decided that he must undertake a journey to learn control and discipline. Crossing the seas, he came to Japan, and practiced Aikido, a way to re-direct others' aggression away, while not harming them directly. In mastering this art, he took the final step of his journey: now that he has mastered his mind and body, he must master the element within himself. To do so, he traveled to America, a land full of obstacles to test himself with...

Powers
Metal Creation/Manipulation. Produces said metal from pores on skin. Extreme agility, speed and dexterity due to rigorous training. Can become liquid metal by harmonizing with his inner elemental.

Skills
Chinese/Japanese languages, due to growing up in Asia. Computer programming, as a hobby. Martial arts, inherent strength and skill, as well as expert training. Feats of agility due to intense training. Comedy due to inherent optimism, and knowledge of alchemy, due to searching for a means to his power.

Complications
Due to having metal in his body, extreme weakness to electricity. Also, having a natural Yang affinity (positive energy), he does not kill, or else becomes temporarily traumatized. Finally, being an elemental, he is sought after by the Hand of Ash.