Name: Unknown. The American media have dubbed him "The Philosopher" due to his seemingly epic stoicism, his few cryptic comments, and mostly for his eyes that seem to convey a man deep in thought.

Origin: Unknown. Sightings began in early January, and there was a leak of a sighting on the evening of January 1st at a military base, but it has been denied by the government.

Motivation: Unknown. The Philosopher has traveled a haphazard trail across the country for the past 2 weeks. He has done good here and there, seemingly annoyed at being sidetracked each time. When asked about his purpose, he always claims to be looking for someone. He usually adds as a final piece of advice: "Trust what you know to be real, not reality."

Location: Last sighting was January 11, 2000, at a foiled convenience store robbery in Baltimore, MD.

Powers:
1)The apparent ability to make others to percieve his position as it was about 1 second in the past, making it easier for him to hit adversaries and more difficult for them to hit him.
2)Flight
3)The ability to make his skin metallic, enough to deflect blades and low-caliber bullets. The Philosopher's skin acquires a gray-blue tint when the power is used.

Skills: Unknown.

Personality: The Philosopher always seems brisk but unhurried, steadily moving toward his goal. He only speaks when spoken to, and even then rarely. Questions about his origin and purpose go unanswered, except as given above.

Physical Descriptions: 6' 5", lean, but not skinny build. Remarkably normal-looking face that appears always elsewhere, deep in thought. The Philosopher doesn't wear a costume, as he doesn't appear to have another identity to conceal. He is usually seen wearing a white Oxford shirt, tan slacks, and loafers. The only thing that makes him stand out is the tattered appearance of his clothes, (They seem to be replaced every so often, but one can still usually find a burn or bullet hole somewhere) and, of course, his skin when he is using power #3.

People they know: Unknown, except that he is searching for someone.

Bal "Unknown" anthalus