Static
CharacterVirgil Ovid Hawkins
Description
Virgil Ovid Hawkins is a teenager who gains electromagnetic powers after exposure to a mutagenic gas in his city of Dakota. Using his ability to manipulate electricity and magnetism, he adopts the superhero identity Static to protect his community. Known for his quick wit and inventive use of his powers, Static balances his life as a high school student with his role as a hero. He is a key figure within the Dakotaverse and has collaborated with various other heroes in crossover events.
Character Details
Real Name
Virgil Ovid Hawkins
Hero Name
Static
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Powers
Agility, Flight, Energy absorption, Intellect, Force Field, Healing, Magnetism, Gadgets, Electricity Control, Electronic interaction, Energy-Enhanced Strike, Technopathy, Electronic Disruption, Levitation, Energy Shield, Marksmanship, Energy Manipulation, Leadership
Gender
Male
Race
Mutant
Aliases
Virgil Hawkins, Virgil, Virg, V-Man, V, Hero, Sparky, High-Voltage-Hero, HVH, Stat-man, Static Shock
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