DANIEL "DANNY" RAND // THE IMMORTAL IRON FIST

In CIVILIAN attire, at first glance, this young blond comes off as california surfer. A presumption that he back up with a laid back and placid nature. However his history is one of a far colder nature. The look suits him well though, and staying away from all things 'flashy' help to keep from people REALIZING right of the bat that he could be wearing brand name everything and not have batted an eye at the price tag. Instead, this well off teen keeps things simple in both price and color. Pastel and earthy tones are his first choices when picking clothing, and while he is not afraid to show off his physique with some tight fitting shirts, in most cases he chooses comfort over thread count.  

The blond teen is a polite young man, and is very much a peace with himself and the world around him. Danny makes a great friend, as his understanding of his surroundings and those in it permits him to be sensitive to the emotions of others. He is the definition of an OPTIMIST, and while he can evaluate situations based on subtle body language or the balance of a room's chi, he sees fit to keep things light and comfortable as best as possible. It takes a lot to push this boy's buttons, but if you do he is no push over. behind a peaceful smile and monk like manner this proverb spouting individual is a lightening fast fighter that puts most to shame. His body is toned and kept in peak condition while meditation keeps his mind in equal shape. Trained by the monks of K'un-Lun Danny can hold his own against the greats. Even so, he remains humble about his strength and is ever willing to pass on what he knows to any willing to learn. after all "Showing off is the fool's idea of glory".


When it comes down to dawning his suit Danny takes on a new nature entirely. From relaxed and care free, comes the strict rigidity of a master. Daniel understands that there is time to be a fool and enjoy life, but when his and others lives are at stake he pulls from a wealth of training to become a focused weapon. His posture is straight and ever move is CALCULATED and efficient. Tight to form green spandex covers his torso from the neck down, the close to skin fit allowing him a broadest rang of motion possible. On his chest, in black ink, is the mark of his title and heritage; the dragon shou-lao. This mark mirroring the scar on his chest from where he burned the dragons mark unto himself DURING their battle. A yellow bandanna covers the upper half of his face and the top portion of his head keeping his identity safe and matching the hem of his pants. Together this PATTERN and mark not only make him the Iron Fist of today, but connect him to all those of his past, and his chosen home. He wears his uniform with pride, and treats all actions take in this suit seriously. Shaming those who raised him is not something this trained kung fu hero ever wants to do.

As part of his uniform, his hands are left uncovered, and while his uniform offers little armor, this show of skin is more a warning than a weakness. While most choose gloves or other covers to protect fragile DIGITS from the elements Daniel's key weapon is his own hands. Though it takes away from his chi to use it, when its called for he can channel his inner energy into his fists causing them to glow a molten gold, the true mark of his battle with Shou-lao and the key to his name "Iron Fist". This brilliant glow makes his skin like iron and with enough focus bestows him with the force to take on OPPONENTS many times tougher then just a human being. The force behind his fists has even been seen to break steel. All the while causing no damage to the soft flesh and brittle bone bellow. 

All together, Danny is a well rounded and EMOTIONALLY sound 18 year old. He is supportive of his friends and has proven time and again to be a loyal companion. WHile trust has to be earned, he is a firm believer in giving anyone a chance, and never passing judgement until given reason to. Danny is always seeking new combat styles, and as part of his agreement while away from K'un-Lun, he takes every chance to learn or EXPERIENCE everything the world has to offer.
Though he will some day have to abandon it all, Danny is not discouraged, he wants to enjoy everything while he can and has no time for bitterness or sorrow. Having to return to fill his tittle as king though does mean that those connections he does have are often left as just friends and companions. There will have to be a good-bye and though he can deal with the sadness of leaving friends, he tries to avoid regrets or even heart break.

Over View:

Danny's often underplays the true power behind his abilities. With his young team he keeps up and fights hard but behind the everyday bad guy thumping, he is holding back. Unlike some hero's Danny does not seek fame or fortune, nor is he out to make a name for himself as a hero or avenger. His sole purpose for even being with s.h.i.e.l.d and his team is to learn and experience the 'outside' world before his time was up and he would have to return to his adopted home of K'UN-LUN. Because of this very few that he knows understand the true depth of his power. Even at this young age danny is fully trained in many combat forms, and has already unlocked the ability to summon his chi into both fists. His is COMPLETELY at one with himself and can manipulate his chi with near perfect PRECISION. Not using his powers to full potential, and quickly take a secondary role was important to the young teen as it reduced the amount of attention brought to him, and kept the list of those left behind upon his departure short. It might also even keep s.h.i.e.l.d from seeking him out, all important things when you are about to take on a RESPONSIBILITY such as king. When not being modest, his skill level is par with that of his dimensional counter parts, the only true variation being his age and experience. Much of his abilities that are AVAILABLE to him, have yet to require usage, and many skills taught through trial are still yet untested. he is a capable fighter and a FORMIDABLE opponent to many of his fellow hero's as well as the villains of the world, but he has yet to discover this un tapped potential. 

Peek Human Condition:

Strength - Danny is as close to super human as is possible while still maintaining a COMPLETELY human body. Chi or no chi, he treats his body like a temple and it reflects in his muscle tone, flexibility, and endurance.

Speed & Agility - Danny might not be as quick as silver, but he is once again at the top of his class. Running at APPROXIMATELY 35 miles an hour he could break olympic records if he saw fit to enter. Complimenting this pace, is his agile coordination. Whether sprinting deep in combat he MAINTAINS perfect BALANCE and his flexibility would put any gymnast to shame.   

Stamina & Durability - Danny has spent his life conditioning his mind, but there was no lacking in the physical training as well. HIs muscles are toned and when in use release less toxins preventing early fatigue. When you are using your body like a weapon, endurance is key and danny can go for extended periods of time without need for rest or relaxation. Following these same lines the tissues of his body are harder and less susceptible to damage and disease. While he is not bullet proof, his body is is far more RESILIENT than the average joe, and even some of the above average.

Reflexes - LIke a coiled snake, Danny has a reaction time beyond what many humans could even dream of. Blinking when in the heat of battle with this man, could be the WORST mistake of your life. Its no 'spidey sense' but Danny is often able to interpret and respond to danger within MILLISECONDS of recognition. His body often able to keep up to his thoughts within only a fraction of a second making hand to hand, and other fast paced activities, far simpler and more efficient.

Chi Augmentation and Manipulation:

Through training and the powers bestowed by Shou-lao the Undying, Danny can harness and control his Chi to both augment his current physical attributes, but also to manipulate it in various manners such as the fabled Iron Fist. Other such uses of this power range from physical damage to healing. Much however, is unknown about the limits of this power though, and young daniel has only yet to scratch the surface of this deep recess of power. He also is still taxed by his abilities and using his chi can cost him endurance and create earlier fatigue. In some extreme cases he can feint after over use of his chi powers. 

Iron Fist - Danny pulls and concentrates his inner chi, drawing it to his fists to bestow it with superhuman STRENGTH. This glowing gold aura of energy not only permits his human hands to strike out damage at levels strong enough to tear steel, shatter stone, hit with extreme CONCUSSIVE force, but does so without causing any damage to the TENDER skin and bone below. The true force of this strike relates to the amount of chi that he pulls on, and in dire situations can be used as a SOURCE of PROPULSION when falling into water, or as a cushion before hitting solid ground - though it often leaves a rather large dent in the ground. This signature TECHNIQUE can be costly though, as running it requires great focus and will drain away at his reserves as long as he has to maintain it. Danny is a capable fighter without his special TECHNIQUE, and because of the cost in chi, he only uses it when it is required.

Energy Absorption & Manipulation - Danny, while not often displaying this ability, can steal from energy directed at him and use it to AUGMENT his own strengths. This comes only from strict training, and can be trick dependant on the energy source he is pulling from. He can also tap into less directed fields, manipulating and using energy from sources such as electro magnetic fields.

Heightened AWARENESS - His chi permits him a certain alert to danger, or at least the intent. Through others chi he can identify malicious intent if it is demonstrated strongly enough in ANOTHER's Aura. This can give him FOREWARNING in the event of surprise attacks.

Enhanced Senses - His connection with self amplifies all of his natural sense, most notably sight, smell, and sound. While he is no blood hound, Danny has the ability to not subtle changes in his surroundings. His hearing is not NECESSARILY 'better' but his focus permits him to filter sounds more efficiently then others and catch finer details. His eyes are keen, and once again with concentration can often pick up on minute or distant movement. He can also register motion faster then many humans, which coupled with a quick reaction time adds greatly to his agility, defence, and offensive tactics.

Empathy - His ability to be aware of auras around him is key when it comes to identifying the the mental state or emotional intent in those around him. Without words he can feel the current or change in emotions of those he focuses. 

Enhanced physical attributes - All of his physical traits are amplified by his focus and chi. What is already above human from training and EXCESSIVE is only made that much more dangerous and efficient with the help of his chi flow and he energy it provides his body.

Enhanced Healing - Danny is normally more impervious to illness than most because of his health, but along with his chi he is very tolerable of disease. If sick or injured, he also has the ability to focus his chi and use it to focus healing to specific areas, or use up greater levels of energy and PREFORM a full body heal. He has even show the ability to fight off and remove toxins from his blood and body in the event of poisoning. While this is not instant it is far faster then a natural or medically assisted process. The greater the injury the longer the required healing period and the energy required to treat it. 

Environmental Adaptation - Daniel can switch from relaxed to combat ready in an instant, easily able to alter his mental state and adapt to the SITUATION presented without confusion or complication. He is also able to orient his bodies physical and mental state to the current ENVIRONMENT WITHOUT the REQUIREMENT of extended exposure to the ELEMENTS.

ABILITIES:

Martial Arts Mastery - At 18, Daniel is already a master of his homelands martial arts TECHNIQUE, and is very capable in an ASSORTMENT of earth styles as well. Some of the major areas of study have been but are not restricted to: Sholiquan, judo, aikido, ninjustsu, karate, boxing, street fighting, and krav maga. Danny also has a base set of techniques specific to his chi powers and uses them along with his Iron fist to evade certain detection, and combat in darkness or altered states. Danny can hold his own against many of the worlds leaders in combat, and can defeat enemies CLASSIFIED as superhuman or mutant. Even without his signature Iron fist, daniel rand is a strong contender for top martial artist. His humble RESPONSIBILITY driven state however keep him modest and often make him WITHHELD and conservative with those who get to see his true abilities.

Weapon EXPERTISE - Danny does not often call upon the use of a weapon to assist him, but in this field he is a jack of all trades and a master of none. His understanding of weapon use is vast, but as his body is a weapon itself he usually does not see the merit in DIGGING deeper than a firm understanding. Many of his fighting styles were taught using their respective tool, but otherwise he uses them only when NECESSARY.

Pain tolerance - being able to focus his mind permits Danny the rare skill to withstand great pain. He can control the nervous/pain CENTRE of his own mind and dull injuries enough to push his body further than most. In the heat of battle though the force of this concentration can be to much and he often must choose to be weakened by pain, or weakened by concentration. Often, the CONCENTRATION being more VALUABLE. Even so he has the ability to put up with much more then most average human beings. This control of his nervous CENTRE also makes danny a very capable liar when it comes to electronic tests or other nerve related examinations. This also helps greatly when it comes to keeping his mountain home and friends identity a secret from those who may wish it/them harm.

MULTILINGUALISM - Danny is fluent in chinese with a moderate understanding of japanese. He first language is English (american) and is his most fluent and commonly used dialect. 

daniel was born to Wendell Rand-K'ai (father, deceased)and Heather Duncan Rand(mother, deceased)in new york. His father had been a previous inhabitant of the mystic hidden city of K'un-Lun. Wendell was taken in by the previous iron fist orson randall where he learned of the city and the title of iron fist. Unable to achieve the title however, wendell returned to earth and headed the company rand industries. A multi billion dollar BUSINESS that nearly rivals the osborn industry.

when daniel turned nine his father planned an EXPEDITION to trek the DANGEROUS rout back to K'un-Lun with his son, wife, and business partner harold meachum. Along the trip daniel slipped pulling both his parents over a cliff. He and his mother landed safely on a ledge but his father wound up DANGLING DANGEROUSLY off the ledge. In an attempt to steal the company away from Rand, Meachum loosened wendell's grip and sent him PLUMMETING to his death before danny and his mother. Offering to help the mother and child, meachum was DENIED by the two traumatised rand's who later managed to get back to the path and attempted to find camp alone. Instead the two found a grand suspension bridge leading over a deep CREVASSE. Upon reaching it the two were attacked by a pack of ravenous wolves. Heather urged young daniel across the bridge and once across told him to continue on while she gave her life in attempts to delay the wolves and protect her son.

Daniel made it to the fabled city, but upon entering he was a orphan and an outsider. Fortunately, like his father before him, he was ADOPTED not only into the city but also the watch of his adopted grand father Lord Tuan. During his stay he was trained in the various martial art forms such as Kunlunquan and many others. Like his father he excelled at these studies and quickly he showed promise for the title of the next leader of K'un Lun. The final trial was a life or death battle with the great undying dragon shou lao. When faced with the mighty red serpent of legend danny stood without fear where his father had once abandoned the city. With confidence he battled the grand beast and won not only the mark of the iron fist over his chest, but also the respect of the citizens of k'un lun, and the right to place his fist into the heart of the great dragon. From this molten organ his chi was fused with that of the powerful creature and unlocked to a new level of potential UNRIVALLED by any other in his midst. From that day on he was PERMITTED the title of iron fist, and soon would see the throne of k'un lun. One of the youngest to face shou lao and win, danny was not immediately ready to take on such a role. he BARGAINED with his grand father for the chance to return to earth for a year. 

His request was accepted, and for a year daniel was PERMITTED to close out any relations on the earthly plain and to take what he needed from the teachings that earth could provide him. In this year however he instead became a part of s.h.i.e.l.d and formed a team along with tigress (Ava ayala), nova (Samuel alexander), deadpool (wade wilson) and best friend powerman (luke cage). With the team he used the powers bestowed on him to help those of new york city and the world. Part of the way through his year though, a change OCCURRED that would lead to many a grand adventure for the remainder of his 'free' time. Upon the departure of a not so stable deadpool, a new team leader was brought into this groups midsts. Spider man (peter parker) was a hero he had heard of, but until then had not met. As part of the team his group was stationed at Peter parkers high school. In both everyday life, and that of a hero, he formed close bonds with his team mates, and pulled all he could from learning with and from them. 

Danny made quick friends both in the hero BUSINESS, but also at the high school he and his team mates ATTENDED. Every step he took though was calculated, knowing his year would be up and he would have to leave everything behind for good. The weight of this title was never shown in his attitude though, and for the most part he was just another VEGETARIAN fun loving teen.

DURING his one year stay though, never did daniel return to rand corp. The legacy of his father's company was not to be carried by him any longer, and even though he was a BILLIONAIRE, he found no need for money. Value for daniel was in his friendships and THE OPPORTUNITY to learn. wealth had killed his father and he did not want to venture down that road. Even after the helicarier was lost and he temporary home DESTROYED, danny opted to stay with his friends in parker's aunts house. content to sleep on the floor in peter's room instead of tap into the fortune entitled to him SOLELY by name and birth. 

When his year was up, he found the thoughts of leaving harder then he ever anticipated, and during what would be a final training session with leader and friend spider man, a rival from his passed lashed out. after combating against the attack, Danny is picked up by his previous mentors and taken back to a waiting jet that would return him to his home in k'un lun forever. Peter does not ACCEPT the simple good bye and tags along undetected UNTIL hat same rival attempts a fight with the 'outsider' which has to be broken up by danny. Daniel has to explain to peter where he is from and the history behind the iron fist. He takes this time to explain that his stay was only temporary on earth and that it is now time for him to prove his WORTHINESS and become ruler of K'un lun. Daniel is poisoned shortly after and while BLINDED chooses spider man as a champion ot ACCOMPLISH the final tests in his place. Using the teachings that danny imparted on him, peter passes the test with flying colors, BEATING out danny's rival and properly earning the young man his title as king. Even though he had recovered his sight far earlier then was preluded to. 

Scorpion, the enraged rival, takes one final shot at peter out of rage but is quickly put in his place by danny was bestowed with the ability to now use both of his fists to channel the gift of the iron fit into. Danny, now unchallenged for the thrown bids a final FAIR WELL to peter, but is approached by his grandfather whom offers him one more year to be with his friends. Danny, as much as he understand his RESPONSIBILITY to be king accepts the offer for the chance to take one more year with his friends and returns to his place with the others as part of the crime fighting team, and high school buddies.

Danny settles back in quickly to the RHYTHM of things, but unknown to him, that year he was granted might just be extended again. This time though, its not among the friends he TRULY knows, and POSSESSES far grater risks.

Daniel felt the tension in his shoulders melting away as he headed for his room on the tri-carier. It had only been a few months now since he was given his second year on earth, and for some reason this second chance seemed far more special. He had been given one year before, and even though he had made great friends, it only now seemed to hit him so hard that he had just about lost contact with them forever. Danny knew it was only a post dated event and that he must still keep most CONNECTIONS contained, but it simply held a heavier grasp on his heart this time around. Keeping himself involved with his team was of high importance the last few weeks, and as much as it hurt him, hew had been neglecting his meditation sessions. Tonight was a rare 'night off', and for the first time since his return everyone was taking this chance to catch up on some 'them' time. Peter was out with harry and Mj using the time to get a visit in with his best friend and crush. A 'date' that danny had no intention of trying to get in the way of. 

Usually he could always find something to do with Luke, even if it was as simple as being a quieter PARTICIPANT of watching which ever two foot ball teams were currently on TSN. Tonight however, his robust friend was out with his own two special people. Luke had only just uncovered the SURVIVAL of his parents, and now that he had the chance there was a lot of catching up to be done. The offer had been extended for him to join in on the dinner date, but danny knew that as much as he would try to avoid it, he would be taking away from attention given to their son. Politely he had declined. 

Samuel was not usually one he had much in common with, but they did share a few interests that could eat up some free time. Music being one of them, and when sam got cooking it was really a treat to watch the young chef in action. Tonight though, was one of those rare occasions that the teen was out demonstrating his active side. Even after moving out, the teen seemed to have formed a rather unique bond with peter's aunt may, and the two of them still enjoyed a few EXTRACURRICULAR activities. On this evenings menu was testing out a new INTERMEDIATE rock climbing wall that had been opened in town. While rock climbing was a great form of EXERCISE, danny was not sure he needed to be a part of THEIR COMPETITIVE natures, and it really was not a skill he would go out of his way to hone. He had enough from his mountainous home. 

Ava was staying in for the night and could have been a good friend to catchup with. Especially after almost loosing her to the very source of her power not to long ago. tonight though, she had made it very clear that her goal was to catch up on some reading that was all to often INTERRUPTED by the latest world crisis. Tonight she declared it a 'girls night' and being the only female on the team that meant just her, in her room, and who ever knocked without a damn good cause may loose the ability to knock all TOGETHER. Tonight, Daniel was on his own.

While a strong team player, danny could be just as confident and individual. settling on the pillow in the centre of his small s.h.i.e.l.d issued room on the tri-carrier, he felt almost glad to have guiltless time to meditate. Aside from the crew there was no chance of distraction, and in the sound proof rooms he could find peace of mind. Allowing the rest of the tensions from school and 'work' to drain away he closed his eyes and allowed the scent of his lit incense to lull him. His arms relaxed over his folded legs, wrists resting on his knees as he pulled his breath to an even pace. BEGINNING a soft mantra, he allowed himself for the first time since his return to enter into meditation.

The chance to recharge and reconnect to his inner chi, would be something that haunted him for the FORESEEABLE future. even if he had no control over the following events, here would always be the LINGERING wonder if he could have escaped this fate had he simply chosen to join any of his team mates that evening instead of taking the time to himself. 

As he entered a state of relaxed concentration, something began to pull at him. It started as the usual pull to rouse from his meditation. A warning that something was not right, but the young hero could not bring himself to 'wake'. Locked in his state he felt ever muscle strain, his body holding him back from a suction that was coming from every direction. In his minds eye the clarity of a pure white was being contaminated by a strange darkness. He had never felt an energy like this before, and even now it clouded him with doubt. The entity that was raking over his physical and mental form was without touch or definition. What pulled at him was un-DESCRIBABLE in the LITERAL sense. It pulled at him without touch, darkened without any form to cast shadow, and called to him without a voice. every ounce of his chi was being drained just keeping that last string of connection open. his entire frame shook a she resisted the drawing force for as long as he could. This entity was not a living force, nor was it inanimate, it felt mixed with reality and at the same time was IMPOSSIBLE. What was only seconds felt like hours of struggle UNTIL everything went dark and Danny lost CONCIOUSNESS.

When he woke, the first thing he was met by was surprise, he was alive. Opening an eye, he was blinded by light. Every muscle, joint, and tissue of his body ached as his eye closed tightly again to recover from the exposure. As the heat of pain faded, it was replaced with the cold of a breeze. Nothing rushing or strong, just a soft WISP of the cool gust. His mind went into overdrive to find a solution. Had he still been on the carrier, he would only be feeling wind had it been blown up, and that would be a gale force as it PLUMMETed. Even if he was on the deck the wind speeds and temperature were far colder at altitude then what this felt like. Also the sounds that filtered in were not that of a busy landing pad and TURBINES. He could hear foot steps, idle chatter, and the rush of rubber tires over moist asphalt. Street level, some how he had been transported to street level. Was that PERHAPS the sensation he had felt, the pull of teleportation. 

Slowly his blue hues were REVEALED, lids pulling back with caution as they adjusted to the blinding light and identified it to be an alley door light. Security measures for when staff would exit to escort trash to the dumpster. Slowly he sat, rubbing the back of his head though it felt like he had been set here rather softly. Looking down as his body sorted itself out he felt he saw his legs were still crossed. WHat ever had yanked him so VISCOUSLY, had not been physical at all, and yet he was indeed here in full body. Unfolding his legs he, his green suit felt cold as it shifted against his skin -how long have I been out here?-. Rubbing his masked surrounded eyes he forced back the spots burned into them from the light, and slowly made it to his feet. HIs body was working hard to repair the strain and TRAUMA of his transport, but the need to know just WHERE he was won over his minds warnings to stay put. STUMBLING out to the opening of the alley, using the wall to assist him, he gazed out into the busy city and IMMEDIATELY knew where he was based on he stores and proximity to major land marks, but at the same time there was something eating way at him. HIs essence told him he didn't belong and something wasn't right about 'this' new york. With no reason to trust that feeling though, it was brush aside as he pushed away from the wall and stood on his own for a moment looking into the lamp lit lane ways of down town new york. He was born here, and it had been his home for the last year, how could he not belong.

This was the last thought he got out again for a while as his body was rushed with heat and in FAVOUR of giving his chi time to align and heal the rest of his UNNECESSARY systems shut down. For another hour his body lay in the alley, passed over like a bumb until his CONSCIOUSNESS finally came back agian. Recharged enough to function he drew himself out of the filth and brushed off his uniform, glad now that he had no changed prior to meditation. with a weighted breath he reached for his communicator to check on his other team members, starting with ava. She had after all been the only other one still on the tri carrier at the time. As static filled his ear he IMMEDIATELY took it a step higher then all of them and tried to hail coulson and nick furry. Once again there was no answer, and not only that but not even a signal was picked up. He needed to find luke, peter, and sam. Stepping out of the public eye he used a fire escape to get some height and a better judge of the city layout. Once properly ORIENTED he would try the restaurant first where he presumed luke would be with his folks. Sure there would be some guilt for INTERRUPTING such a rare and precious occasion, but what ever happened to him could continue HAPPENING if it hadn't already, and he needed the team. Not just to help solve this, but to make sure they were themselves ALL RIGHT. Unaware that his instincts were right as they ALWAYS were, this was not the new york he belonged in. 

USER NAME: Cardinal, Tri, or immortal weapons works!

YEARS RPING: almost 10 i figure

REFERRED TO BY: I'm in with the boss man!

OTHER: not yet!