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{{Infobox NPC | |||
| box_color = #FF0000 | |||
| name = Protean | |||
| image = [[File:ProteanCloningFacility.jpg|250 px]] | |||
| caption = Protean as he appears in game | |||
| sd = Anton Jaeger | |||
| gender = Male | |||
| archetype = Unknown | |||
| affiliation= [[5th Column]] | |||
| age = Unknown | |||
| romantic = Unknown | |||
| family = Unknown | |||
| pp = [[Energy Melee]] | |||
| sp = [[Energy Aura]] | |||
| loc = | |||
}} | |||
[[File:Protean.jpg|thumb|252px|Protean as drawn by [[David Nakayama]]]] | |||
== Overview == | == Overview == | ||
Anton Jaeger, also known as '''Protean''' is an archvillain. He is a shape shifter with the ability to mimic voices as well. | Anton Jaeger, also known as '''Protean''', is an archvillain. He is a shape shifter with the ability to mimic voices as well. | ||
Heroes face him: | Heroes face him: | ||
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Villains face him: | Villains face him: | ||
* [[Leonard | * [[Leonard#Retake your Cloning Facility!|Retake your Cloning Facility!]] from [[Leonard]] | ||
== History == | == History == | ||
Protean is [[Manticore|Manticore's]] nemesis. He killed Manticore's father | Protean is [[Manticore|Manticore's]] nemesis. He killed Manticore's father (the original Manticore) as well as his mother. Protean also killed the hero [[Dauntless]], [[Galaxy Girl|Galaxy Girl's]] sidekick in an attempt to kill everyone that Galaxy Girl had helped. | ||
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More recently, Protean put Justin Sinclair (Manticore) in the hospital in an attempt to lure out the [[Back Alley Brawler]]. When Back Alley Brawler came looking for the villain responsible, Protean shot him the back nearly killing him. Back Alley Brawler was saved by the arrival of [[Sister Psyche]], [[Numina]] and [[Manticore]]. Manticore apparently killed the shape shifter with an disruptor arrow designed to break down his DNA structure. | More recently, Protean put Justin Sinclair (Manticore) in the hospital in an attempt to lure out the [[Back Alley Brawler]]. When Back Alley Brawler came looking for the villain responsible, Protean shot him the back nearly killing him. Back Alley Brawler was saved by the arrival of [[Sister Psyche]], [[Numina]] and [[Manticore]]. Manticore apparently killed the shape shifter with an disruptor arrow designed to break down his DNA structure. | ||
'''Dark Mirror''' | |||
Protean appears to be behind the rash of [[doppelgangers]] that crop up with the new story arcs from [[Special Agent Jenni Adair]] and [[Leonard]]. There is a connection between Protean and [[Praetoria]], but what it is is unknown. In the hero side story arc, he is recruited by the [[Letter Writer]] to fight against the [[Coming Storm]]. | |||
{{endspoiler}} | |||
== Description == | |||
Protean is a notorious shapeshifter, known for his murders of high profile heroes and their families. His earliest victims were the parents of [[Manticore]]. He also is responsible for the death of [[Dauntless]], [[Galaxy Girl]]'s [[sidekick]]. It was rumored that Manticore killed Protean in a fight some time ago but somehow Protean survived. He is now out to continue his reign of terror upon the people of [[Paragon City|Paragon]] and the [[Rogue Isles|Isles]], while aiding the forces of [[Praetoria]]! | |||
{{red|note: this is from the villain side arc. If his description is different in the hero side arc, please add it}} | |||
== Powers == | |||
=== In Lore === | |||
{{orange|Shapeshifting, etc.}} | |||
=== In Game === | |||
{{Orange|powersets, that darned power siphon}} | |||
== Related Badges == | |||
{{BadgeBox|Explosive Finale}} | |||
{{BadgeBox|Singular Vision}} | |||
== Notes == | == Notes == | ||
Latest revision as of 01:30, 3 July 2013
This article is about the archvillain. For the Hydra minion or Gladiator Badge, see Hydra Protean Badge.
This article is about the archvillain. For the developer, see Protean (Developer).
| Protean | |
|---|---|
 Protean as he appears in game | |
| Details | |
| Real Name | Anton Jaeger |
| Gender | Male |
| Archetype | Unknown |
| Affiliation | 5th Column |
| Age | Unknown |
| Romantic Associations | Unknown |
| Known Family | Unknown |
| Primary Powers | Energy Melee |
| Secondary Powers | Energy Aura |
Overview
Anton Jaeger, also known as Protean, is an archvillain. He is a shape shifter with the ability to mimic voices as well.
Heroes face him:
Villains face him:
History
Protean is Manticore's nemesis. He killed Manticore's father (the original Manticore) as well as his mother. Protean also killed the hero Dauntless, Galaxy Girl's sidekick in an attempt to kill everyone that Galaxy Girl had helped.
The Freedom Phalanx Book
We learn that Protean can only transform himself to look like people that he has had physical contact with. He has forgotten his own identity and sense of who he is. He is also unable to shape shift into his real form.
Top Cow City of Heroes Comic #7-9
More recently, Protean put Justin Sinclair (Manticore) in the hospital in an attempt to lure out the Back Alley Brawler. When Back Alley Brawler came looking for the villain responsible, Protean shot him the back nearly killing him. Back Alley Brawler was saved by the arrival of Sister Psyche, Numina and Manticore. Manticore apparently killed the shape shifter with an disruptor arrow designed to break down his DNA structure.
Dark Mirror
Protean appears to be behind the rash of doppelgangers that crop up with the new story arcs from Special Agent Jenni Adair and Leonard. There is a connection between Protean and Praetoria, but what it is is unknown. In the hero side story arc, he is recruited by the Letter Writer to fight against the Coming Storm.
Description
Protean is a notorious shapeshifter, known for his murders of high profile heroes and their families. His earliest victims were the parents of Manticore. He also is responsible for the death of Dauntless, Galaxy Girl's sidekick. It was rumored that Manticore killed Protean in a fight some time ago but somehow Protean survived. He is now out to continue his reign of terror upon the people of Paragon and the Isles, while aiding the forces of Praetoria!
note: this is from the villain side arc. If his description is different in the hero side arc, please add it
Powers
In Lore
Shapeshifting, etc.
In Game
powersets, that darned power siphon
Related Badges
Protean thought he could put an end to you by blowing you up - you proved him wrong.
You've prevented Protean from carrying out his plot for a Praetorian invasion, but not without a heavy cost - the death of your alternate self.
Notes
- Protean was featured in Top Cow's City of Heroes Comic #7-9 written by Dan Jurgens
- Protean was featured in the book, The Freedom Phalanx by Robin Laws