<div class="floatleft">(http://24.media.tumblr.com/149d74e784b73e01eed0501c89628d67/tumblr_mmlrbn3CG21qhsp2jo1_500.jpg)</div><br/><strong>Name:</strong>Edgar "Tech" Crowley<br/><br/><strong>Age:</strong>20<br/><br/><strong>Physical Description:</strong><br/><em>Height:</em>5'8<br/><em>Weight:</em>180 lbs<br/><em>Hair:</em>Brown<br/><em>Eyes:</em>Brown<br/><br/><strong>Occupation:</strong>Tech Support/Living Computer<br/><br/><strong>Powers:</strong>(if applicable)<br/><em>Analyzer:</em>By studying large chunks of data, whatever form it may take (the way traffic intersections interact, the way rain falls, the way a person walks or talks), he is able to deduce relevant information accurately and at an alarmingly fast rate.<br/><br/>Because of the high speed at which he analyzes situations, using advanced mathematical formulas that such fabled institutes of learning such as MIT require super-computer clusters to handle, there are some who believe that his power is actually a form of precognition.<br/><br/>This power, combined with his status as a Mathematical Savant, has been used from anything to predicting the weather more accurately than Doppler Radar (usually by using the information generated from said device), to finding the most efficient method of travel, to even what a person will say, think, or do.  Errors occur very rarely, and even then, rarely have any effect, because he is able to process multiple strings of thought at a single time.<br/><br/>In those rare cases where he realizes he's wrong, he can typically change to an already completed "string" where he is correct without any delay or difficulty in doing so.<br/><br/><em>Mathematical Savant:</em>In the simplest of terms, one could say that "Tech" has a brain that is  a super-computer. There is no branch of mathematics he is unaware of, and, in fact, if he was not busy with his job and supporting the woman who has actually given him a chance to have meaning, he could probably be merrily working on advanced theoretical sciences and mathematics.<br/><br/><strong>Specialties:</strong><br/><em>Pistolero:</em>He has a fondness for revolvers, because they are the statistically most reliable handgun available, though he's handy with other handguns as well. He finds larger weapons distasteful. Additionally, he excels at shooting moving targets because of his Powers.<br/><em>Logistics:</em>Whether it's a small group (like the escapees), or an entire army, his mathematical abilities make him a master of logistics.<br/><em>Tactician:</em>From ancient war manuals, to live battle reports of the modern day, he has absorbed a copious amount of information relevant to warfare. Consequently, he is a brilliant tactician.<br/><em>Eidetic Memory:</em>He never forgets anything he has read, heard, or seen. All his memories and knowledge is perfectly stored within his mind, and easily accessed. This is not always a good thing.<br/><em>Cybernetic Uplink:</em>Tech possesses a neural implant that allows him to directly interface with the Foundry's computer systems. The implant translates his brainwave patterns into commands that can be transmitted to relays throughout the facility.<br/><br/><strong>Weaknesses/Phobias:</strong><br/><em>Obsessive Compulsive:</em>He has to have everything in his vicinity ordered, nice and neat, in the most efficient manner possible (by his standards, at any rate). Disruption of said arrangements can cause him to become hostile, though it takes a significant amount of disruption to actually provoke him into taking a hostile action. This can also disrupt his train of thought; as well, being in a disorganized location does slow his ability down.<br/><br/><em>Average Body: </em>Because of the high degree of mental development he has, and the time spent furthering it, his body has mostly been ignored. He manages to be dead average in terms of speed, strength, and stamina, etc..<br/><br/><em>Drug Addiction:</em>He has a specific regimen of drugs he takes, harmoniously blended by the Foundry, that enables him to operate not only at peak powers, but which has had the effect of easing some of the social issues he faces. While he's not addicted in the sense that he can overdose (or would be allowed to) in an effort to get 'high', the fact is, his body has become entirely dependent on the chemicals; as has his ability.<br/><br/><em>Loud Sounds:</em>He doesn't like loud noises, especially when they are unforeseen. Said noises distract him from his work. Oddly enough, this doesn't seem to apply when he spends time at the firing range; that's because the noises there are expected and foreseen, and he is mentally prepared to deal with them.<br/><br/><strong>Personality/Motivations:</strong>He is motivated primarily by loyalty to the woman who has given him a chance to give his life meaning, and to help him escape from at least some of the metaphorical chains that have previously bound him.<br/><br/>However, a close second motivator is logic; it makes perfect sense for him to continue doing as he has been.<br/><br/><strong>History:</strong>Edgar is not a prototype. He was born in the traditional method that humans are born in, with a happily married father and mother. Unfortunately for them, they were not prepared to deal with a high-functioning autistic child.<br/><br/>Being markedly different not only put a stress on his parents, and led to an unstable home environment, it also saw his formative years leading to him being bullied and generally being miserable.<br/><br/>When he was 16, he was in the habit of spending most of his time online, finding communities of science and math geeks where he felt closer to fitting in; where his work could typically be appreciated, even if it suffered from being poorly expressed, at times.<br/><br/>The Foundry made notice of his posting habits, and saw the raw potential there, and thus made efforts to recruit him. This wasn't all that difficult; at the time, he was not that great at understanding other people and their motives. He just knew that the nice lady respected his work, and wanted his help, and that was good enough for him; such simplicity has since been ironed out of him, thankfully.<br/><br/>Time was spent analyzing him, understanding him; and then, improving him.  Bit by bit, he became not only able to use his latent skills at optimal levels, he was able to learn how to be more social; how to hold an actual conversation, and generally saw an easing of his tendencies.<br/><br/>Furthermore, he was now in an environment where his ability made him respected, rather than ostracized.  He has a high quality of living, he has a purpose and meaning; he has found something close to genuine happiness.<br/><br/>He has spent three years at the Foundry now, and is looking forward to spending many more with them.<br/><br/><strong>RP Thoughts:</strong>A character much more well-suited to background work. Most likely unknown to the escapees.<br/><br/><strong>Resources:</strong><br/><em>Foundry Computers:</em>An excellent way to gather information on the outside world for the data banks in his head; it's also his primary means of interacting with the world outside the facilities of the Foundry.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Equipment:</strong><br/><em>Quieter:</em>A special, custom-built revolver. It has an eight cylinder chamber that fires .44 magnums. It is outfitted with a sort of sound and flash suppression device, making it fairly unique as far as revolvers go, as well as an ergonomic grip that is customized to fit into his hand.<br/><br/><strong>Played by:</strong>TheHangedMan