Jon Amory: Helicon City's most eligible bachelor and third richest man; philanthropist; investor, importer, exporter... and superhero.

An orphan, he was found abandoned on the steps of a Coptic Christian church and was raised by the priests. They instilled in him a sense of reverence for the ancient world, and a strong streak of self-reliance. While he respected their discipline and faith, he never took to their religion, and remained agnostic and more concerned with the material world. Amory went to college to study business, and was headhunted by a major corporation as soon as he graduated. He rose quickly up the ladder, and at the unprecedented age of 30 became the CEO when his mentor retired.

One night, he was inspecting a company warehouse in his customarily hands-on way when a group of thieves attacked the group. They hadn't been expecting the boss himself to be there, but they seized on the opportunity to rob him personally. Amory fought back when they tried to take his watch and wallet, knocking over a stack of crates. In one of them was a relic, the Sunstone Ankh of Ra... which flared blindingly as Amory touched it, fusing into his skin. With a sudden surge of strength he fought off the robbers, then collapsed. Later, he discovered the full extent of his powers. Though a sense of noble obligation to his employees and fellow citizens, he resolved to become a superhero and defend order throughout Helicon City.

He is known as a strict, almost harsh man, but he has a compassionate side and an intolerance for those who prey on the weak. He operates several charities, including housing for the poor and a stray cat shelter. A gifted orator, even without words his presence is powerful, naturally charismatic and intense. Amory is often featured in the gossip columns, and has dated a wide selection of models and actresses, though nothing serious has ever eventuated

Amory stands 6'4” tall, with a phenomenal physique: wide shoulders are roped with muscle, which strains in thick slabs across his chest and stretches down his back, every inch toned and developed. His body perfectly combines athlete, dancer, male model and bodybuilder, and though 35 could easily pass for ten years younger. The only imperfection is an ankh-shaped burn in the centre of his torso. He is dark skinned, his chiselled, hawkish features a blend of Spanish, Middle-Eastern and Central Asian. Eyes so dark a brown as to be black glitter with flecks of gold, and his dark hair brushes his collar.