Desired Traits: Brilliant but socially inept scientist, obsessive, megalomaniacal, prone to manic episodes, deeply resentful of perceived academic injustice, possesses a theatrical flair for the dramatic.
Superpowers: None in the traditional sense. Algie's power stems from his mastery of fringe science and his unwavering belief in his own flawed theories. He possesses exceptional intellect and engineering skills, allowing him to create dangerous and unpredictable devices based on his pseudoscientific principles. His SRMD infection enhances his already obsessive nature, fueling his relentless pursuit of proving his theories, regardless of the cost.
Backstory Elements: Dr. Algernon Finch was a promising young physicist whose groundbreaking (but ultimately flawed) theories on quantum entanglement were rejected by the scientific community. Humiliated and ostracized, he fell prey to the SRMD meme complex after encountering a particularly inflammatory online rant echoing his own discredited ideas. This triggered a complete mental breakdown, transforming him into the Equationist. He now operates from a hidden laboratory beneath Gotham's sewers, fueled by stolen radioactive materials and a burning desire to prove his peers wrong. His experiments are reckless and unpredictable, often resulting in bizarre and dangerous consequences. He views his creations – oozing zombies included – as proof of his genius.
Additional Details:
The Equationist is not just a mad scientist; he's a tragic figure driven to madness by rejection and fueled by a delusional belief in his own genius. His chaotic experiments and unpredictable behavior make him a formidable and unpredictable threat to Gotham City.
