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- "The only people who react dramatically when they are called on their crap, are the ones who benefit from the cowardice of others."
- ―Baby Strength's well-developed ideology[src]
Baby Strength is a leading member of the S.M.S.B., born as Daniel Stewart to Irene and Benjamin Stewart. However, during a family reunion in April of 2029, their house was struck by lightning, and Force Baby helped him escape. Now on their own, Daniel and Robin continued to go by their alias as they set out on the run in order to find their destiny. Eventually, Baby Strength and Force Baby met the S.M.S.B., and leaped at the chance to help them. Both were major players in the following battle. Afterwards, Baby Intelligence invited them to join the S.M.S.B. Both of them applied, and eagerly participated in several battles, including both attacks on the Fourth Dominion and the fights for Sebiscuits Cardarphen and Rocken Role. He helped the others out of several sticky situations.
After attending Superhero School for several years and changing his name to Captain Strength, Captain Strength continued to train under the S.M.S.B. for many years. He joined the S.M.S.B. in battling the Elite NoHeads, fighting valiantly in the Battle of Bast Castle. Baby Strength also defended Master Intelligence from Centauri, leading to the tragic death of his cousin. Master Intelligence and Baby Strength both felt terrible for their friend’s death, which Baby Strength charged to his Master. At some point after the third attack on the MBH, Baby Strength died of old age.
Biography[]
Early life[]
Baby Strength was born as Daniel Stewart in March 2019 to Irene and Benjamin Stewart. However, during a family reunion in April, their house was struck by lightning, and Force Baby helped him escape. Now on their own, Daniel and Robin continued to go by their alias as they set out to find their destiny. They were always on the run, stealing groceries and sleeping in public buildings just to survive.
Second NoHead War[]
Joining the S.M.S.B.[]
Eventually, Baby Strength and Force Baby met the S.M.S.B., and leaped at the chance to help them. Both were major players in the following battle, providing cover during the confrontation between the S.M.S.B. and the invading robot forces alongside Baby Intelligence and Paige. It was the orphans who saved the other two from a tank and followed the charge against the enemy. Afterwards, Baby Intelligence invited them to join the S.M.S.B. Although Force Baby seemed eager to apply, Baby Strength initially hesitated. However, Baby Intelligence finally persuaded him to apply.
Baby Strength practiced the ten stils of swordplay for a month and a half before settling on Chimiki.[1]
Operation: Purge[]
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Baby Strength participated in the S.M.S.B.'s assault on the Fourth NoHead Base. When Baby Intelligence sensed Operation: Purge was being carried out, Baby Strength urged them to hurry and deal with the threat.
Attack on the Fourth Dominion[]
- "Baby Strength! Get in!"
"Kay!" - ―Force Baby to Baby Strength[src]
For the next two weeks after Operation: Purge, the S.M.S.B. members remained in the MBH where they could relax and train. Then Baby Intelligence decided they had to strike back against the growing threat of the NoHeads and called them for a meeting. After meeting in Baby Intelligence’s office, the S.M.S.B. members boarded their fighters and flew to the base. For a period of time Paige wanted to go for revenge, but Baby Intelligence’s protests finally got to her.
Upon entering the base, dozens of fighters emerged to protect their base. The ships were engaged by large numbers of robotic skyfighters, and began the fight together. Baby Intelligence ordered the pilots to disengage, and eventually ordered his friends to fire all their concussion missiles across the left of the base. He flew past the fence as the missiles started arriving; the missiles hit the swarm of fighters pursuing him, destroying a large number of them. Trailed by missiles, Intelligence flew across the edge of the fence and directed them into the fence, destroying it. Only a few NoHead fighters remained, but a mysterious ship appeared, piloted by Mr. Stupid NoHead himself. As Baby Intelligence engaged the fighter, Baby Strength landed at the now unshielded base with Paige Nelson and Force Baby. When they headed inside, they were immediately separated and Hell Burnbottom began to torture them.
When Burnbottom saw Baby Intelligence, he let go of Paige. With that, Mr. Stupid NoHead launched a signal. Baby Strength was shocked when their future army of Rockets burst in from a gate and opened fire. However, he managed to shake off his surprise and summon the Rear Guard, and put up a defense. Force Baby seized control of a speeder bike from the Rocket pilot and wielded its weaponry against the Rockets. He called to Baby Strength to climb aboard, and together they took out several Rockets. Later, Force Baby and Baby Strength climbed out of the speeder and were quick to regroup. The newest Ugbot type emerged to face them, and although Baby Strength failed to hold them off with his sword, Force Baby triggered missiles that annihilated them. After Mr. Stupid NoHead murdered Rotta Hecks, he himself was killed by an infuriated Baby Intelligence. Baby Intelligence seized a microphone and announced this, eliciting celebration from Baby Strength and Force Baby.
Rotta’s corpse was recovered by Baby Intelligence and burned in a private cremation, for which Baby Strength and Force Baby attended. The same night as the battle Rotta’s ghost visited Baby Intelligence, though she left just as Baby Strength walked in.
Mission to Planet 10[]
Shortly after this, Hell Burnbottom, along with his brothers’ help, brought Mr. Stupid NoHead back to life in the base’s lab.
Search for the Chosen One[]
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The search begins[]
Baby Intelligence was now after three entities that would allow him to unearth the prophecy of the Chosen One and destroy Mr. Stupid NoHead once and for all. Baby Strength and Force Baby accompanied him during his search, and they traveled to Arizona.
In Arizona, the trio was attacked by Falgamas, but a mysterious man obliterated the birds. The blast left Baby Strength lying on the floor slightly dazed. When their savior revealed himself, Baby Strength assured Baby Intelligence that the stranger could be considered trustworthy. After bunking at Hotel Valley, where Baby Strength sparred with his master, they flew to Sydney, a city in Australia. Once they had all gotten settled, however, Baby Strength became disturbed by Baby Intelligence's vision of Hell Burnbottom and Annabeth Black.[2]
Ambush in Australia[]
While in Sydney, Baby Strength and company rescued an old man from a net that was holding him bound, and he revealed himself to be the second apprentice of Merlin himself. In return, he gave Baby Intelligence a Platinum pencil which would require the wizard grant two wishes to the baby. Baby Strength began pacing while the wizard told Baby Intelligence about a recent sighting in Tsala.
On their way back to the motel, Baby Intelligence, Baby Strength, and Force Baby were led by a stuffed bunny into a pool. Once they dived inside, the trio was attacked by Annabeth Black and Arcanus Walters, whom Baby Strength punched at, only for the agile girl to dodge him. Baby Strength pulled Baby Intelligence to shore, but then Walters grabbed Baby Strength in a headlock, effectively cutting off his ability to breathe and forcing Baby Intelligence to linger long enough to fall unconscious. Enraged, Force Baby broke free and he and Baby Strength fled, carting off their master to safety and thwarting the two NoHead women.[2]
The cave[]
Baby Strength and his cousin accompanied Baby Intelligence to a cave, which they entered through a hole presumably created by a mine. The trio walked uphill, before taking a turn down a slope. Suddenly, Force Baby realized that they were heading straight for a flood. In response, Baby Intelligence shouted at everyone to turn back and flee. But then Force Baby shouted to Baby Intelligence that he had found a cave-in.
At that very moment, Baby Strength noticed an oncoming gigantic torrent of water and pulled Force Baby into a small alcove to protect him. Baby Intelligence, on the other hand, was engulfed by the water, but Baby Strength caught him. He found two bullets and deduced that they dated back to the mid-fifteenth century, a reasonable estimate that Baby Strength questioned. Baby Intelligence threw him off by joking cryptically.
Peering deeper in, they found another canister wedged under the remains of a statue. Baby Intelligence realized that it was the first scroll. In response to a faint, ominous whisper daring them to touch the canister, Baby Strength said he hoped it would not be difficult. The small creature who had been guarding it chose to surrender it to Baby Strength and tossed him the canister holding the scroll. and rolled against his foot. Despite being puzzled as to how this happened, he later deduced that a creature had felt his mutated vibes and surrendered it on his behalf. Another gust of water enveloped the scene and Baby Strength fled into an opening, where he eventually met up with the others, at which point Baby Strength attempted to break open the canister. Baby Strength impatiently offered to break it apart in his stead. They decided to sleep in the cave, but Baby Intelligence realized at this point that there were three scrolls to find, not one.[2]
Looking for answers[]
After that venture, Baby Intelligence took the Pinewood Derby to be repaired at a shop. While inside, Force Baby realized that a storm was brewing. They stepped outside, where the storm ravaged the trio and threatened to reach a life-threatening peak. Fortunately, they found a girl beckoning them from inside a tent. Baby Intelligence hesitated entering until Baby Strength pointed out that it was either trust a stranger or die in a storm, of which his master chose the former. Baby Strength was introduced to the woman who had offered them shelter, Carol Wilcox, and her dog, Gobbles, of whom he took an immediate disliking to, considering his licking disgusting. Baby Strength joined the conversation between Wilcox and Baby Intelligence concerning what their archenemy, the NoHead Grandmaster Mr. Stupid NoHead, had been up to according to the news.
It revealed that Baby Intelligence and the others had been invited to a party. Thinking they could use some cheer, Baby Strength and the others went, where he amused himself by arm-wrestling several partygoers and winning every time. Meanwhile, Baby Intelligence learned from a guest that the second scroll was probably in the fabled Dancing Dorm. When the party was over, they headed outside. While they waited, Baby Strength proposed making cushioned seating out of the leather, which Baby Intelligence agreed to do.[2]
The Dancing Dorm[]
The S.M.S.B. arrived at the Dancing Dorm, but the guards, one of whom was Patrick, refused to admit them. However, Wilcox, who had just earned a formidable reputation within the dorms, arrived in the nick of time and, much to Baby Strength's bewilderment, brought them in with her as friends. Once inside, Baby Strength reluctantly allowed the Varlarien to probe his mind, as was customary for newcomers to the chambers. The three proceeded to dance fluently, earning them a boulder that contained the second scroll inside. They also earned a room for the night, where they met Bash and his family. Leaving the Dorm, Baby Strength was immensely disturbed to learn that Mr. Stupid NoHead had discovered their presence when Baby Intelligence was probed. Unfortunately, they were assaulted by a monster. Baby Intelligence climbed on top of a rock to gain high ground, but then Baby Strength shouted at it, prompting it to go away, stunning Baby Intelligence. They arranged to make camp, but before anything could be set up, they learned that the Burans had placed wards on the great rock to prevent the scroll from being accessed, especially by any "meddling superhero trout". When the Burans realized they were being overheard, they confronted Baby Intelligence and escaped, but not before throwing a dagger squarely into Force Baby's ankle.
On the road again, Baby Strength and Baby Intelligence got into a physical fight whilst debating what to do with the boulder with Baby Intelligence wanting to hurry and Baby Strength insisting that with his cousin's leg wound they could not go anywhere. Their brawl ended, thankfully, with Force Baby breaking it up by pinning them under tree branches before it could get fatal, who proceeded to force them to apologize. When Annabeth Black arrived with the Arcanus, Baby Strength helped Baby Intelligence, who knew they could not fight all nine Arcanus, dig a hole to hide in until Black left. The two ultimately decided to make camp for the night, during which time they continued contemplating how to get the second scroll out of the boulder.
Baby Intelligence suddenly received a call from Force Baby, who reported that Bash had been beheaded. He returned forlornly to his master, but with the second scroll in his hands. The trio pored over it together, but could make no sense of it.
In the mix, Baby Strength also met Carol Wilcox a third time, who told him about her life and generally what it was like to be a Fobble. He told her about his powers. In the mix, Baby Intelligence also gleaned from her that the trio needed to climb Mount Everest in Nepal to obtain the last scroll.[2]
Ambush at the McCallin House[]
Their next stop confirmed, the three superheroes traveled to Lucy McCallin's home to question Lucy about the prophecy. Lucy remembered the prophecy bequeathed to her by Sir Edgar Caravan, and asked for the three scrolls. When Baby Intelligence pulled them out, McCallin explained that the subject’s involvement was already imminent, for a prophecy stated that a mysterious and highly gifted child was destined to defeat the Dark Lord. Baby Intelligence immediately expressed that he was born on the tenth of June, and that ironically, it may be him. Baby Strength was skeptical about this. Lucy stepped into the kitchen and Baby Strength then spotted the newest issue of the Perpetual Seer, which had a picture of Mr. Stupid NoHead on the cover with the title “Unspeakable Number One” and a reward amount for his capture, which President Aaron Clinton put up the reward from $15,000 to $1,500,000 because all finding of him was coming up a fail as he always escaped. Lucy revealed that it was punishable by death to harbor Baby Intelligence and that she planned to betray them to save herself from the law.
The four NoHeads that arrived blasted apart pieces of the house hunting for Baby Strength's master, giving him time to hide downstairs. However, Hell Burnbottom, the eldest son of Mr. Stupid NoHead, found him there. Baby Intelligence saved him by throwing a bomb downstairs, allowing Baby Strength to distract Burnbottom long enough to board the Pinewood Derby. After locating Force Baby, Baby Strength pulled the triggers inside the Derby and it fired at Mean King, blasting him against the ceiling as Force Baby spectacularly leapt onto the overturned couch and onto the hood of the car, climbing inside just as the Derby flew off, bound for New Hampshire.[2]
Imprisonment[]
Incarcerated in Tsala[]
Baby Strength, Baby Intelligence, and Force Baby briefly took refuge at a homeless shelter. Finally, they climbed onto a rooftop and began conversing there when Annabeth Black and Kenzie Walters Teleported onto the roof and advanced on Baby Strength, who backed away and reached for his sword. One of the girls disarmed him and casually threw his weapon off the building and they restrained him before Deteleporting back to Tsala with their captive in tow. It is revealed three chapters later that Baby Strength was subsequently imprisoned in the Pillar of Eden's Cleft and forced to watch as Hell Burnbottom and Black mobilized hundreds of war robots into formation, completely war ready.[3]
During the Battle of Tsala that ensued hours after Baby Strength's capture, Baby Intelligence, Force Baby, and numerous soldiers from Rome, Italy attempted to rescue Baby Strength, but every one of their attempts failed. However, their two-week search for the Chosen One, which turned out to be Lindsay Kellerman, came to fruit without him when Baby Intelligence and Kellerman killed Mr. Stupid NoHead<re name="POTSB"/>, leading to Burnbottom becoming the new NoHead Grandmaster.[3]
Transfer to the Yuckious Clan[]
As Burnbottom was not interested in the S.M.S.B. challenging him until he was ready for them, he had Baby Strength transferred to the holdout of the Yuckious Clan, whom he forced to hold the S.M.S.B. member.
Escape[]
Fleeing to the MBH[]
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Eventually, a rescue mission was staged by the S.M.S.B., who fought off the Yuckious Clan and fled with him. Baby Strength was taken back to the MBH receive medical attention for both the physical and mental wounds that were inflicted on him. Baby Intelligence noted that he looked ill, bruised, and covered in scabs.
Mission to Yellowstone[]
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Fighting the dark forces[]
Battle of Yellowstone[]
Baby Strength joined the S.M.S.B. in their trip to the Yellowstone base. On the way, they stopped at the police station. There Baby Strength discovered that the station had been evacuated due to a major battle. He knew of a smaller station from 1990, however, and took the group there. Upon meeting Bladepoint, Baby Intelligence attempted to convince the police to unify in a bid to oust the NoHeads. Bladepoint agreed, and the two uneasy groups put an end to their dispute to concentrate on the common foe. Bladepoint presented his formulated plan to the group, which would consist of him leading a strike team into the Yellowstone base and defeat the NoHeads, flanked by Baby Strength. At the same time the police army would lead a ground assault to distract the Rocket army. Upon arriving, Baby Strength wished Force Baby luck, then they were ambushed by a NoHead tank. Fortunately, Baby Strength made short work of the tank, disabling forty-two Rockets in the process.
Using the secret entrance, Baby Strength and the others engaged the few Rockets guarding the doors. It was Baby Strength’s idea to commence the diversion by firing on an armored tank carrying 83 Rockets. As Baby Strength, Lindsay, Baby Intelligence, and the police set out to find the NoHeads, they were met by Hell Burnbottom, who had been tracking their progress. Bladepoint’s group was forced to go the long way around while the babies stalled the villain. Baby Strength chose to join the police.
The divided team faced heavy resistance as they battled through the following room. Eventually, Baby Strength found the passkeys to unlock blocked portions of the base. Progress was frustratingly slow battling through the halls, but Lewis, one of the police squad, came up with an idea. The group clambered out onto a window sill, and used their ascension guns to bypass a level of the base. The group made their way through the following corridor. Unfortunately, they were swiftly captured by Ugbots and escorted to the other two NoHeads.
However, Bladepoint grabbed a sword and tossed weapons to the others. As he engaged Brute Gunray, Baby Strength helped the others eliminate the Rockets in the room. Mean King was forced to retreat. Though the plan eventually worked, it did not come about without loss, with 143 police being killed. His actions throughout the fight earned him a medal.[4]
Defeating Brute Gunray[]
Along with Telekinibabe and Lindsay, Baby Strength arrived at the Yellowstone base and, with his sword drawn, followed Lindsay as they searched for the NoHeads. They were confronted by Rockets several times, but managed to decapitate them. In time, Baby Strength’s path was diverted to the chamber where Brute Gunray awaited him. Lindsay and Telekinibabe were shut off by a sword-resistant door.
Baby Strength engaged the Dark Lord in a fierce duel. Brute Gunray proved his superiority in his customized Kchendo swordplay, however, Baby Strength kept up with his mastery of Mimssan. Their duel carried them onto a gauntlet, where Baby Strength was able to drive Gunray off. After killing the NoHead, Baby Strength reported to Baby Intelligence, who congratulated him.[4]
Battle of the Eastern Field[]
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During the funeral of Sheriff Bladepoint, Baby Strength sat next to Force Baby and spent a long time comforting him.[4]
The next challenge[]
After getting the article, the S.M.S.B. immediately went to stop the Lunch Money Bandit. When they finally found him in Golgolod, they were forced to bypass several exhausting barriers and they were picked off one-by-one, leaving only Baby Intelligence and Force Baby to locate him while Baby Strength helplessly waited, having no idea what his cousin was doing or if he was safe. Ultimately, the Lunch Money Bandit fled and faked his own death. Satisfied, Baby Intelligence called the group away. Thinking the group had won, Baby Strength left with the others.[5]
The fight for Sebiscuits Cardarphen[]
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Eventually, Baby Strength would join the S.M.S.B. in fighting Sebiscuits Cardarphen, but did not last long against the stronger infant. However, he survived and helped them continue the chase.
Along with the others, Baby Strength traveled three hours into the past, watching themselves go through the week's previous events. As they rushed into the City Volcano, they completed their journey.
After the war[]
Beginnings at Superhero School[]
After the American Purge, Baby Strength continued to train under the S.M.S.B. In 2025, Titanium Girl joined the S.M.S.B. She and Baby Strength got along almost instantly, according to Lindsay Kellerman. When he was six years old, Baby Strength told Baby Intelligence, who was now called Master Intelligence, that "[he] would like to go to Superhero School". Taken aback, but proud, Master Intelligence ensured he was registered to attend.
Pulled out of school[]
During his fourth year, Captain Strength was pulled out of school in 2041, after Master Intelligence was ambushed by Whammo Fireball and the Lunch Money Bandit. He quickly found himself to be somewhat disdainful of Red X, but eventually accepted her for what she was. When the S.M.S.B. stopped by Central Park East High School, Baby Strength met several students there, including Tori Newell and Fagin Ford. Baby Strength eventually developed strong feelings for Newell.
Along with the other S.M.S.B. members, Captain Strength began bonding with Newell during the war. She went with them to the park after Baby Strength and Master Intelligence met Jena Ort at the library when she arrived with her daughter. Master Intelligence had an ulterior motive, however, as he suspected Baby Strength's feelings for her, and wanted to know if he could trust her.[6]
Outbreak of war[]
Captain Strength also joined the S.M.S.B. in battling the newly restored NoHead elitists, and helped Master Intelligence keep a patrol for NoHead-related threats. He also did not take well to Lindsay’s news of Hell Burnbottom’s return. The same year, he made it to the Second Fencing Tournament, and during the event he was defeated by Red X. Recognizing her as the less predictable duelist, he found he respected her after all.
Eventually, Captain Strength contacted Jena Ort and learned from her that Tori Newell had been placed in Canyon Secure Center to help her become mentally stable. Shortly afterwards, Baby Strength and Master Intelligence caught Nurse Rose Johannson lurking suspiciously near the MBH. Johannson handed Master Intelligence's backpack and the Grandmaster headed for the mansion. Suspecting something, Captain Strength stayed behind and questioned Rose, learning from her that she had betrayed Tori Newell and that was why she was being tortured at Canyon Secure Center. Baby Strength was both angry and depressed for days with nightmares over this fact and that the people who knew the truth did not bother to tell him, prompting him to angrily swear to Master Intelligence that he would destroy Rose Johannson.
Over the next few weeks, Captain Strength began bonding with Lincoln Strafford, who visited the MBH frequently. However, he still found his antics irritating.
Patrolling the MBH[]
Receiving news[]
In mid-September, he was informed by Master Intelligence that Tori Newell unexpectedly had an early discharge and defied her mother and fled, leading them both suspect that she was with Stanley. He also recommended that Master Intelligence ask Lincoln if he wanted to join the S.M.S.B., or at least test him. Unbeknownst to either of them, Troy and Stanley were spying on their conversation before disappearing into the night. Shortly afterwards, Crystal was kicked out of the MBH.
Much later, Baby Strength made a Facebook account, mostly in order to stay in touch with Titanium Girl. He also friended Stanley in order to help Master Intelligence, who was keeping tabs on him.
Throughout the month of October, Baby Strength was frequently placed on patrol duty. Because he was out of school, Master Intelligence gave him more shifts than any other S.M.S.B. member.
Preparing for Halloween[]
On October 30, 2041, Telekinibabe taught Captain Strength how to make turkey hamburgers as per Master Intelligence's suggestion. During dinner, he suggested that Master Intelligence have a cooking class so that all the members of the S.M.S.B. could learn how to feed themselves too. After dinner, Crystal came over to the MBH and Baby Strength and Master Intelligence helped her pick out a costume from their old collection. Unfortunately, Titanium Girl contracted a mild case of darilitis and could not participate. Crystal also ended up wearing Force Baby's vinyl puppy ears.[6]
Contacting Troy and Stanley[]
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- "Earlier today, Stanley posted a meme on Facebook, and I posted a comment on it. He didn’t know I was being sarcastic and started yelling at me like...like it triggered him. He called me a bunch of garbage."
"Yeah, I could talk to him, I’m on my way to his house right now, so…" - ―Baby Strength and Tori Newell[src]
On the day of Halloween, Captain Strength prepared to trick-or-treat with Crystal and Force Baby. In the morning, he went with Master Intelligence to extract the Enforcer and thank Jena Ort for concealing it. Now in the vehicle, they flew it to a doctor to test Captain Strength's Intelligence Quotient and give him a full medical checkup.
On the way home, Captain Strength made a sarcastic joke about a perverted meme that had been posted online by Stanley. Grossly offended, Stanley began insulting him with homophobic slurs and calling him ugly. When Captain Strength tauntingly asked him if he was feeling anger in his heart, Stanley halfheartedly admitted he was. In response, Captain Strength sympathetically invited him to discuss it, but the thug spitefully declined.
Captain Strength was amused by the argument, but then another feeling swept through him. It disturbed him that a so-called genius like Tori Newell was taken by someone with allegedly such minimal amounts of intelligence and kindness. A few hours later, he contacted Tori Newell and ask her about it, as well as questioning Stanley's lie that he was single. She requested that he call, which he was more than happy to do. Newell explained that if Stanley's statutory rape of her as discovered, he could be legally deported from the United States of America, hence why he would not change anything on Facebook until Newell became of age in eleven month's time.
Citing that Stanley had been on Facebook recently since he awkwardly claimed she had said otherwise, he proceeded to explain he had asked because of the previous incident where he had been cyber-bullied by the gangster. He finished his explanation to Newell, who promised to ask Stanley why he was mean to Baby Strength. She explained that he was frequently angry because it was simply in his nature, as was a desire to commit suicide. Although Baby Strength emphasized with her displeasure regarding Stanley's suicide, he couldn’t help but wonder how anyone could be Newell’s boyfriend and not think life was worth living.
Captain Strength told Tori Newell of his plans with Crystal and Force Baby, and told her he would have gone with her family. She explained that her family had a huge issue, and Captain Strength explained that his "family", which was the S.M.S.B., was having a huge issue too. Newell cited that with Hell Burnbottom at large and it being flu season, everyone was currently going through something. Baby Strength asked Newell if she wanted to discuss it, but she wasn't ready to open up to him yet. However, she told him to by all means vent his own problems to her. Captain Strength did, citing that she would be surprised at how boring the duties of a superhero could be. He was about to explain that the S.M.S.B. was onto Rose Johannson, who he was still waiting for a chance to destroy, but he thought better of it. He did cryptically say that he knew he shouldn't want revenge, but he still did.[6]
Halloween[]
- "Halloween with the Orts was one of the best ever!"
- ―Captain Strength[src]
Shortly afterwards, Captain Strength learned from Master Intelligence that Crystal had "flaked out", much to his irritation. Irritated, he contacted Crystal and confronted her, learning she had an issue with her family. He proceeded to contact Jena Ort, who was ready for trick-or-treating.
Arriving at their house, he met Tori Newell's brothers, Brad and Chris Ort, as well as Dustin Ort, whom he had communicated with via texting but had never met in person. Prior to this, he had created a playlist on a music website so they could listen to Halloween music. When the family approached a particularly decorated house with a boom box in the shadows making scary noises, he held the hand of Lily Ort to comfort the nervous toddler. About halfway through trick-or-treating, Master Intelligence departed for a conference meeting, promising to return.
Upon returning home, Baby Strength's food allergies compelled everyone to trade candy they did not like for candy they did like, during which time Baby Strength played the aforementioned playlist. It was his idea to set up rulers to separate candy piles so Jena's fears that the kids would fight over possession of certain treats never happened. All of the children kept what they didn't want to trade with in their buckets. He was unsure if Lily understood the point of the trade, because she kept throwing candy at them randomly. He remembered Brad for being logical, Chris for being generous, and Mary for being one of the most affectionate people in the solar system. Baby Strength, who later recapped the pleasant memory on Facebook, considered his Halloween with the Orts as one of the best in his life.
Two weeks later, he contacted Jena again, wanting to wish her a happy birthday and check on her and her family. Subsequently, Captain Strength, Titanium Girl, Telekinibabe, and Master Intelligence helped a family locate their cat. They realized the Orts lived in the same area, so Telekinibabe volunteered to take the cat to its owners and head home via public transportation. The three members that had chosen to stay behind stopped by the Orts' residence in order to give them some old clothes that had been in the car. However, one of Tori Newell's siblings, Cassie Ort, was very wary of them, having had no idea who they are. As a result, she hesitated to bring the gifts inside or even answer the door at all. She also had to chase down the dogs when they escaped through the open doorway, something Captain Strength presumably helped her accomplish.[6]
Reunion with Tori Newell[]
On 7 December, Baby Strength, Titanium Girl, and Master Intelligence stopped by Crystal's house so they could give her make-up kits for her birthday. She informed them that Rose Johannson stood trial before the Mutamon, and while many people vouched for her, Tori Newell did not, though she had come looking for her, only to realize Johannson had already returned home. According to Crystal, Jena Ort realized that Tori would just run away again if she put her in another secure center, which made Baby Strength wonder where she could possibly be.
They realized the Orts lived in the same area, so while Baby Strength messaged the Orts, Master Intelligence drew his sword and used a rock to sharpen it. Jena Ort responded that they were just putting up Christmas decorations and that they were welcome to drop by and help out.
Upon arriving, Captain Strength was alarmed to see Tori Newell again, as he had assumed she was with her father and they had not seen each other at all since Independence Day. She passionately embraced him, stunning him into silence for a while. He told her the grim truth about his family history and how his father didn't approve of his mutantry and had never wanted to see Force Baby solely because he was a Kraton, adding that she was lucky not to have an indifferent father. Newell felt bad for him and told him his father was missing out on a huge opportunity. They also took a picture together and shared a playful exchange over phone numbers. He proceeded to help put up Christmas decorations and help Lily Ort with the footstool. After the S.M.S.B. members left, a boy came over and went to hang out with her. Like the S.M.S.B. members, he had not seen Tori in months, which made her emphasize with how much all of them missed her.
The end of one year, the beginning of another[]
Captain Strength assembled Christmas gifts for Tori Newell and her family, which he informed her of. Both of them looked forward to him coming to meet her father. On Christmas, he visited her parents and siblings. Afterwards, Master Intelligence informed him that the Enforcer was low on fuel and they could not visit her father as planned. He suggested that Lindsay Kellerman Teleport them there, but Kellerman grumpily refused to do him any favors, adding that she had no idea where Ted lived. Shortly after informing Tori of this development, he realized that Tori left the Orts' residence right before he arrived, much to his disappointment.
Despite feeling more confident than before, Captain Strength seemed anxious about meeting Ted Newell, as he messaged her on New Years' Eve. Two days later, Captain Strength and Master Intelligence were finally able to pay Tori and Ted a visit and give her her present. She received a toy with two candy canes, and a young adults' novel. After she introduced Baby Strength and his master to her father's pets, Baby Strength immediately got along with them and took a moment to pet them. He spent a while speaking with Tori, while Master Intelligence got to know Ted. He learned that the reason she never responded despite evidence to the contrary, was because Tori had left her phone with Stanley and requested he keep her up to date on anything important, and that she had actually been quite idle over the last four days. Master Intelligence interjected and asked if Tori was going back to school, to which she explained that she and her father were looking into getting her a GED and getting her a new Social Security Card. After discussing heavy metal with Ted, he introduced Baby Strength to his collection of Game of Thrones memorabilia until Master Intelligence asked Newell to go fetch Baby Strength so they could leave and pick up Lindsay Kellerman and Titanium Girl.[6]
Birthday and his cousin's decline[]
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Rose accompanied them; it was the last time they would get along.
Much later, he witnessed Red X accidentally hitting Force Baby with a ball, prompting Captain Strength to rush over, leaving Lindsay Kellerman and Telekinibabe to worry about the team. He confronted Red X for the deed while comforting Force Baby, who he finally led away.
Captain Strength discovered that Tori Newell had been tortured into insanity by means of electroshock therapy administered by Rose Johannson and a friend of hers. Understanding Force Baby's realization that he can heal her otherwise irreversible condition but at the cost of damaging himself significantly, Captain Strength pleaded with him not to risk his life and that there had to be another way, but Force Baby told him he would be something he did not want to if he was not willing to open the door to him getting to have them both. He proceeded to initiate the long, intricate, and mostly improvised process of healing her, reversing much of the damage Rose had done. Realizing Tori was saved and the rejuvenation had left Force Baby emotionally scarred and with minimal control of his alien powers, Captain Strength was devastated, proceeding to cradle and weep over his dwindling cousin and his revived beloved.[6]
Fighting the Apostles[]
Fall of the Tower of Reincarnation[]
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- "Please be careful, Stan. None of us have seen anything like the Tower of Reincarnation before..."
"True, but the Tower of Reincarnation has never seen anything like me before." - ―Captain Strength and Stan[src]
Captain Strength willingly participated in the Battle of the Tower of Reincarnation, but he was enraged when he saw Rose Johannson had come to interfere with the mission. With Titanium Girl and Force Baby watching, he pinned her against a wall. Master Intelligence intervened and disarmed Baby Strength, but he and Titanium Girl insisted on killing Johannson for everything she had done, but Master Intelligence prevented them from doing so, believing that it would be better to force Johannson to face justice at the hands of the Mutamon. That, and he did not want Tori Newell's close friends to become murderers, as he did not think that would be what Newell wanted.
Captain Strength agreed to let her go and rejoined the battle, but he was horrified when Tori Newell arrived with reinforcements. Troy passionately hugged him, stunning him. Baby Strength almost broke her back by returning her passionate embrace. He begged him to be careful, citing that neither of them had been in such a place before, only for him to assert his confidence. They proceeded to attack the stronghold, after pushing through numerous defenses, Stan unleashed the Phial of the Lumiking and tore down its walls and laid bare its pits while Baby Strength watched, dumbstruck.
Battle of Bast Castle[]
He later fought in the Battle of Bast Castle. During the sky battle, he was able to keep the skyfighters dispatched by the Apostles at bay. He fired a missile at a fighter, which blew up its wing and made it spiral to a fiery end. However, he remembered the mission and broke for Bast Castle. However, he was delayed and could not regroup with Master Intelligence for a time. When Red X began to tire, she flew onto the top of his fighter and clung to it as Hell Burnbottom pursued them both. He was forced to break off the chase, allowing Captain Strength to land in the entrance of the castle.[6]
Back to school[]
Captain Strength returned to Superhero School to complete his education. However, he still had to complete his fourth and fifth years at a later age than his peers, causing him to be educated among younger students until he completed his eleventh year at the age of twenty. During his school career, he did a very good job academically and displayed above-average intelligence and ability, and his skills in History even earned him the recognition of Saunders, who approached him and issued an invitation for him into a group called the Saunders Club. Baby Strength was initially confused as to what it was, so Saunders explained that his club consisted of specially-selected students, who, like Baby Strength himself, showed true promise. Upon learning this, Captain Strength agreed to join. He warmly welcomed two of his best friends to the club as well, something not often done. Months after his return to school, Stanley Vasquez contacted him and the two made their peace.[7]
Conflict with Genesis[]
In 2051, Captain Strength was present when a girl named Andromeda joined the S.M.S.B.
In 2052, Captain Strength took part in the Mission to Transylvania Quarters. Once in the Court of Domination, Telekinibabe was drawn to the Orb of Power. Upon his touching it, the group was confronted by Knights of Plague. In the subsequent battle, Captain Strength teamed up with Force Baby. Inside the Death Chamber, Andromeda saw Becca Smith, pursuing her and attempting to talk. However, Captain Strength called to Andromeda and told her to regroup with the others. While the members regrouped, the Pestises swooped down and attacked, capturing everyone and rounding them up before tying them. In his attempts to escape, Captain Strength was blasted with stun beams.
After recovering, Captain Strength quickly used his Super strength to free himself, stealing the keys of his captor, horrified at what the Grand Nuke would do. Seeing this, Red X asked Captain Strength to free her. Captain Strength nodded and did this. Seeing this, the Gladiator immediately launched the bomb, but Red X sacrificed herself, leaping in front of the bomb, destroying it as well as herself. As Lindsay rushed to Red X's side, Captain Strength freed the others and they all reclaimed their weapons. As the battle resumed, Captain Strength realized that his body could withstand being shot, and also dent the bullet in the process.[7]
An era of innovation[]
Meeting the Meyers[]
When Thomas Meyer came to New York, he joined the S.M.S.B. and became Centauri. He and Master Intelligence wanted to find the Arts and use their powers to protect all life and strengthen the governments.
A new friend of the S.M.S.B., Ramona Meyer, invited Captain Strength and Force Baby to Transylvania Quarters, which she claimed was her new home. so she could meet them individually, and she served them carrot sticks over the course of their conversation.[8]
Mission to the t and i Factory[]
In 2064, the S.M.S.B. learned that the Pit of Holograms was being hidden in the t and i Factory and sought to protect it from being stolen by George, who had been working for the Gladiator and the Knights of Plague. It turned out that Ramona Meyer was actually behind the crime. After the S.M.S.B. entered the t and i factory, they proceeded upstairs in a passage leading directly into the procession lines. After walking the halls for some time, the group chose to ride a boxcar to the hologram pit. However, Captain Strength agreed to catch up, since the boxcar could only fit five people. After the boxcar began down the tracks, Captain Strength somehow got down the tracks and into the Underground Chambers, where he passed a series of Dark vines, which Sebiscuits Cardarphen had just fragmented. Captain Strength's primary superpower, Super strength, became a life-saving asset when the S.M.S.B. came to the third section of the Underground Chambers.
Most of them found themselves unable to bypass the Vapisk guarding the chambers by any means. It required the use of incredible strength, prompting Captain Strength to step up. Left with no choice, he viciously brawled with the creature, using his Super strength to a pivotal advantage. Although he defeated the Vapisk into a death-like trance, he collapsed from exhaustion and his wounds. The unconscious Captain Strength was picked off from the group, but his actions allowed all the members but Sebiscuits to move on. Ultimately, the S.M.S.B. succeeded in defeating Ramona and protecting the hologram pit.
While Master Intelligence and Centauri were getting ready for their quest, his counterpart Lindsay Kellerman said that he couldn’t leave the other S.M.S.B. members.[8]
Tragedy in the MBH[]
Captain Strength played with Force Baby in the Fun Room. To his surprise, Centauri began to question the truth about the S.M.S.B., and confronted Master Intelligence about his conflicted thoughts; as they spoke, Master Intelligence guided him to the Fun Room. When they arrived, Centauri said he would not change the plan for the other S.M.S.B. members. Intelligence pointed out they were like his family before heading inside. Intelligence declared he no longer desired the Sword, and as this led to an argument, Captain Strength said he was disturbed by what Centauri was saying, though he was reprimanded. As Centauri declared his ambition to rule over the universe, Captain Strength guided Force Baby away. After doing this, he intervened in Centauri’s and Master Intelligence’s argument, pointing out that Centauri did not want to help the townspeople, but rule them, and that he knew nothing of love. Intelligence told him to stop, but Centauri insisted Captain Strength was right and he knew nothing of love. Master Intelligence denied this, but he did understand Centauri was turning to the dark side, refusing to help him any longer. Captain Strength whispered his suggestion to kill Centauri on the spot, and Intelligence told him off. With that, Centauri lost control and drew his sword and electrocuted Captain Strength. Master Intelligence, though hesitant to fight at first, telekinetically hurled him away, breaking the contact. Captain Strength was ordered to grab Force Baby and leave, but Captain Strength insisted on staying with Master Intelligence.
Centauri speed-glitched back to his opponents, but Master Intelligence retaliated and hurled a series of ropes at Centauri, binding him before announcing his plans to arrest him, but Captain Strength hurled his sword at him to break the ropes. He then declared Centauri had to die. This intervention turned into a three-way duel between Master Intelligence, Captain Strength, and Centauri. Centauri fired a beam, which Captain Strength blocked. The three of them began dueling with their swords. Centauri parried their attacks and brought Master Intelligence into a lightning lock. Centauri quickly broke the connection and incapacitated Captain Strength with a stun beam. Soon, Captain Strength recovered and attacked with his sword, and the duel resumed. When Centauri wounded Captain Strength across the back, Master Intelligence was left to contend with the former’s might alone. As Captain Strength began to recover, Force Baby stepped out and tried to help his cousin, but a blast of lightning hit Force Baby, killing him. Seeing this, Captain Strength got to his feet and ran over to Force Baby’s corpse and cried in grief.
Captain Strength blamed Master Intelligence for Force Baby's death, going as far as to physically assault his Master at their friend's funeral and actually breaking Master Intelligence's nose. Meanwhile, Centauri fled New York City, and continued the search for the Sword of Abomination alone. Now on the side of darkness, Centauri took the alias of the Dark Flame for everyday use.[8]
Asian Revolution[]
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Captain Strength participated in the Asian Revolution. Long after Force Baby's death, Captain Strength kept a photo of him in his pocket.[9] Following the Separation of the Divinities, Sebiscuits Cardarphen returned to the S.M.S.B. while Captain Strength was setting up camp with his allies. They warmly welcomed him, with Captain Strength and the other superheroes happily hugging him.[10]
Shadow Wars[]
Attack in the Acquisition District[]
When the S.M.S.B. returned to America to stop the Dark Flame (who was once Centauri) Captain Strength hid in a wrecked car with the others. Halting the advance of his legions of troops, the Dark Flame took on the entire S.M.S.B. alone, displaying dazzling ability with his sword. Telekinibabe and Retrowoman were killed. When Captain Strength charged the Dark Flame and engaged him single-handedly, he managed to briefly disarm the Dark Flame, having recognized his style from 2070, but left himself open and was quickly struck down by a slash across the waist and a near-fatal overhand strike.[9]
The Dark Flame takes the sword off Captain Strength's "corpse".
Critically wounded and thought dead, he was left behind by the rescue team that recovered Master Intelligence, Cardarphen, Lindsay Kellerman, and Squeazy. In reality, Captain Strength had entered a state of hibernation, allowing himself to heal his wounds while feigning death.
After the departure of the Dark Flame he awoke, and was able to escape the Acquisition District to once more assume the role of General in the S.M.S.B. However, the Dark Flame did steal Captain Strength's sword.[11]
Showdown in the MBH[]
Captain Strength played a minor role in the showdown in the MBH. When the Dark Flame showed up, Captain Strength attempted to warn the others. However, before he could finish, the Dark Flame crept upon him and knocked him unconscious via a punch to the head. Upon waking up, Captain Strength was horrified to learn the truth: Master Intelligence was dead.[11]
Return of Nebelon[]
- "She looks like an angel..."
"Right, a really buff angel with a bunch of Christmas colors, can she not decide if she wants to wear green or red? Honestly, pick a color." - ―Hardy and Captain Strength regarding the Ruby Eidolon[src]
While still protecting the Artifact, Titanium Girl was interceded by Captain Strength, who saved her from falling to her death. Together, they then tried to run away from the upcoming fire but interrupted with a blast, sending them flying across the field and separating them. After noticing incoming fire from above that are shooting down at many people below, Captain Strength took the Artifact and took cover under the tempest of energy blasts from Nebelon, but then Titanium Girl turned up alongside the Ruby Eidolon. She asked her to help transport the Artifact. Once the Ruby Eidolon asked something from Titanium Girl, she looked over to Captain Strength, then to the many armed forces crowding against them. Titanium Girl handed her the Artifact, but Captain Strength told her that he doesn't know how she'll be able to go through all of the Daughters of Nebelon. The Ruby Eidolon took flight, grabbing Sebiscuits Cardarphen so he could protect her, while Captain Strength and Titanium Girl rallied the Artifact to safety.
However, Nebelon managed to take back the Artifact from Titanium Girl and prepared to kill her and Captain Strength. Intent on avenging her friends, the Ruby Eidolon dropped Cardarphen and charged toward the Magnificent Queen of the Moon, subduing her before being knocked unconscious by Helena.[11]
Aftermath and death[]
- "My master sacrificed many things on his journey to find power, including Force Baby. And he was devoted to him. And in return, he gave him everything... save for time. Not only withholding his own, but taking my cousin's away."
- ―Captain Strength[src]
Captain Strength returned somberly from the Battle of the Bridge. After realizing her death was imminent, Lindsay called in Sebiscuits Cardarphen, Telekinibabe, and Captain Strength. Their dying mistress could only leave a few pieces of wisdom to her comrades. Lindsay appointed Cardarphen as leader. The next few months were not a happy time for anyone. Sebiscuits Cardarphen encouraged the others to go on with him, but Teleknibabe died of a broken heart. That same year, Captain Strength died of natural causes.[11]
Alternate Universe[]
During the skirmish in the City Volcano, Baby Intelligence was pushed into a vat of lava by Sebiscuits Cardarphen. He did not survive. Devastated by the loss of their Master, Baby Strength, Kellerman, Telekinibabe, Optica, and Force Baby were forced on the run and branded as criminals. Victorious, Cardarphen, along with Black and Pythoman, established a totalitarian regime under the control of the NoHeads that spanned entire planets. When they recovered a Time Machine, they arranged to fix it so they could alter the timeline and bring about a brighter future that the NoHeads had no control or influence over.
They eventually took refuge with Jena Kamen for a short period of time. Baby Strength awkwardly asked if Kamen wanted to retreat into her bedroom to change clothes, but Kamen was going to wear a wildly designed bikini anyway, defeating the purpose.
Together, they reluctantly proceeded into the tower with Quintan driving the Time Machine, as she thought her driving the machine will be their best bet not to call attention to it, as they all knew Cardarphen would try and destroy it as soon as he got the chance.
A mysterious avatar named Dark Baby Intelligence emerged and killed Baby Strength after a brief duel, much to everyone's horror or delight. As Baby Strength looked towards the heavens and fell still, fighting broke out. Amid the din, Force Baby dragged Baby Strength's corpse into the Time Machine and called to the others to rush inside, an action which ultimately reversed the timeline and brought about Baby Strength's revival.[12]
Physical appearance[]
Baby Strength was very muscular and shockingly tall for an infant (he was nearly four feet tall, as of 2020). He had gerber-like brown hair that was very similar to that of Baby Intelligence and Sebiscuits Cardarphen. His supersuit was plain but colorful, and had a huge scarlet 's' emblazoned across the front. As a teenager, he had grown the least as far as height was concerned.
Personality[]
- "You just need to trust me. I know what I'm doing. So does Tyler."
- ―Baby Strength, after Lindsay Kellerman bosses him[src]
In his youth, Baby Strength was a gifted, peaceful, and friendly superhero-in-training with a tender heart, though he is also reckless, argumentative, and stubborn. At the time of the Second NoHead War, his teamwork and resourceful nature helped stop the NoHead forces from building a new base of operations. Known for his great strength, bravery and loyalty, Baby Strength always stuck with the S.M.S.B. However, he was also known for his stubbornness and occasional dislike of adventure.
Baby Strength possessed a great deal of sympathy and empathy, often providing Baby Intelligence with comfort in the most trying of times and being noted more than once for being very good at comforting people. Sheriff Bladepoint himself told Baby Intelligence that he noted Baby Strength in particular for being extremely empathetic. He frequently defended Force Baby's antics and Tori Newell's bad behavior and enjoyed analyzing how his master's cat, Achilles felt at different times. His empathy even extended to people he disliked, such as Stanley Vasquez initially, although he was someone he later befriended. Even after Stanley insulted both his taste and physical appearance, Baby Strength deduced he was suffering from anger issues and asked if he wished to discuss it, but Stanley predictably declined.
In addition to the great amount of strength Baby Strength possessed, he was exceptionally skilled with crafting, piloting, and thinking. He was also a master of Monopoly. Ever the mechanic, many of the sublight and hyperdrive systems of the Pinewood Derby were of Baby Strength’s own design, as was the leather seating. He also had a great understanding of leadership, and usually kept his anger in check. However, he was not perfect, as he had an unhealthy tendency to keep his negative feelings hidden and to himself until it became too much and he unleashed a blind rage on the wrong person. For instance, he was wondering for a long time if Baby Intelligence had any sort of real plan during their search for Sir Edgar's scrolls, and even went so far as to physically assault him until Force Baby got in his way and forced him to apologize.[2] He also lost his temper when he realized Nurse Rose Johannson had betrayed Tori Newell and, after several days of nightmares and troubled thoughts, he yelled at Master Intelligence that he was going to kill her in vengeance, which he most uncharacteristically attempted to follow through with during the Battle of the Tower of Reincarnation. He let his temper get the better of him a third time when Centauri insulted him, but not to his face, leading to their duel and ultimately the preparations for the outbreak of the Shadow Wars in the mid-2090s.[7]
Baby Strength is also a very logical thinker, yet not as much so as Baby Intelligence, who he has a deep respect for. While his cousin looks up to Baby Intelligence as a father figure, Baby Strength revers him as well, but he addresses him far more casually as they have much more in common and arguably are both around equally mature. However, this is not always beneficial, as Baby Strength has the most trouble following orders out of any S.M.S.B. member, the possible exception being Sebiscuits Cardarphen. This is because he finds it difficult to blur the line between a traveling companion and the concept of having a master. He defied Baby Intelligence's wishes to force Force Baby to run as best he could in his condition, even going so far as to physically assault him in a blind fury. The two often butt heads because Baby Intelligence has "trust issues" and Baby Strength always approaches strangers with an impressively logical approach. For instance, Baby Strength pointed out to his Master that it was better to trust a stranger and try to overpower her if needs be, than face certain death in a storm. He also had the sense to allow himself to be probed by the Varlarien and to give Baby Intelligence the benefit of the doubt when he seemingly turned his back on the S.M.S.B.
As the oldest running member of the S.M.S.B., Baby Strength often assumes something of an older-brother figure to the other members, even his master at times. Baby Strength was quite responsible, though not so much as Lindsay Kellerman. His refusal to break under torture at the hands of those such as the Yuckious Clan also shows his strength of willpower.
Baby Strength is clearly a "cat person", as he is affectionate towards Achilles, yet he treats Gobbles with spite and insensitivity. Nevertheless, he never accepted unfairness and he appeared to have absolutely no tolerance for it. Baby Strength was also known as a man who never lied, a fact firmly confirmed by his cousin Force Baby, his master Baby Intelligence, and his friend Titanium Girl. Another mark of his honor was that Baby Strength also valued confidentiality. When Tori Newell told him she had been a victim of sex trafficking, he never told anyone, not even Master Intelligence, even allowing him to incorrectly deduce that her getting attacked by her mother's ex-boyfriend was what had traumatized her.
Ten years later, Captain Strength maintained much of his honorable and pragmatic personality. However, he was also more self-aware, as he was embarrassed that his name's initials implied something he didn't know about as a baby and only knew of because people kept spamming his name. He also claimed to have a famously dark sense of humor, which didn't seem to be a trait of his when he was younger. He had also become more sarcastic and much better at arguing with others without losing his temper, as shown when he confronted Candy Man and Stanley. A particular trait of his was his long-standing romantic interest in Tori Newell, even though she was romantically involved with Stanley. He was rather persistent when he wanted something and vaguely shows his ambitious side in the fact that no other girl had ever caught his eye before, potentially referencing another part of his identity he, himself had yet to figure out. His mounting fear at her disappearance and hospitalization that increased to his frequent troubled thoughts and nightmares about her torture and undying lust for vengeance towards the culprit shows that his interest in her was apparently more than just a simple schoolboy crush and can be implied that he genuinely loves her.
Captain Strength was also shown to be very fond of children and very good at understanding them so they could interact appropriately. He slowly developed close bonding relationships with all of Tori Newell's younger siblings.
He also enjoyed watching comedies on YouTube and already knew about many of them. He eventually began watching them with Newell, which they both enjoyed.
- "Never too late to free yourself. Confession is a powerful relief, a great weight dislodged from your shoulders. Regret is my travelling companion, Tori. You can't let it become yours."
- ―Baby Strength to Tori Newell[src]
In later life, Captain Strength became even more responsible and analytical, arguably even more so than Master Intelligence. He found the thought of Master Intelligence and Centauri's quest for universal salvation as being absolutely insane, not only because of the danger the other S.M.S.B. members would be under but also because of the overall amount of damage that would be caused by such quest, even going as far as to not hesitate to duel both of them at once, despite knowing fully well they were superior duelists who he would certainly not stand a chance against, with his strength seemingly being amplified by the anger and determination he felt to hold them at bay, a feat made even more impressive by the fact that he previously had been electrocuted by Centauri. In addition, Captain Strength would prove his unbreakable loyalty by remaining at the side of the S.M.S.B. despite it being led by the man who he so disliked for his glory-seeking, and blaming him for the tragic death of their lifelong companion, indicating he was willing to overcome his grudge towards his master to fight for the whole solar system, further showing his morality. Although he never forgave Master Intelligence for years, Captain Strength still considered Master Intelligence his master despite latching onto Titanium Girl, with their relationship being deemed cordial by Colby Doge, and Captain Strength attended Master Intelligence's funeral.
Curiously, Baby Strength was extremely reluctant to join the S.M.S.B., in stark contrast to his cousin. However, when Baby Intelligence told him he could have the experience of being part of a family, he immediately changed his mind and claimed remaining out of the group was out of the question. Through his reaction to Baby Intelligence's offer of membership, his reluctance to leave life on the streets in order to fight the Dark forces can be inferred, but it was unknown what these complicated feelings really meant.
Powers and abilities[]
| Intelligence | 3 / 5 | |
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| Strength | 4 / 5 | |
| Agility | 4 / 5 | |
| Damage | 3 / 5 | |
| Control | 3 / 5 | |
| Courage | 4 / 5 |
For information on Power Box, review the Power Box page. It is also notable that he outlived Master Intelligence.
Powers[]
- "Behind him, Baby Strength balled his right hand and punched the man directly underneath his rib cage in his stomach. The blow lifted the man off his feet and smashed him into the ceiling. Baby Intelligence nodded at his apprentice as Hunk dropped to the floor, lifeless."
- ―Baby Strength easily taking out Hunk, a member of the Yuckious Clan[src]
- Super strength: Baby Strength’s primary superpower is his vast superhuman strength. According to Baby Intelligence, Baby Strength’s exact lifting limit is well in excess of sixty-six tons. He even stopped a helicopter piloted by an enemy from lifting off by pulling on its landing gear.[citation needed] He also had a powerful grip, as he nearly broke the back of Tori Newell when he hugged her. Even in old age, he is also seen bench-pressing locomotives and throwing boulders at tremendous speeds.
- Superhuman durability: Baby Strength's bones and muscles are denser and much harder than Fobbles and even average mutants, which makes him incredibly durable. Baby Strength is able to withstand tremendous amounts of physical trauma and blunt forces, including multistory falls, the direct impact of a skyfighter, and breaking through brick walls. He can be cut, though, with very hard metals and a suitable amount of force. Despite the fact that Baby Strength has a near-superhuman degree of resistance to impacts and pain, things that produce a tremendous blunt force can still hurt him or even pierce his skin. During the skirmish with Genesis in 2052, his body could withstand being shot, and also dent the bullet in the process, something he did not know until then.
- Superhuman agility: Baby Strength's superhumanly strong muscles allow him to move and perform feats of great agility a Fobble could never do without hurting himself or damaging his ligaments. Combined with his jumping ability, Baby Strength is able to perform some astonishing maneuvers not even the finest of athletes could do, something he told Carol Wilcox. After Baby Strength pulled down the seaplane that his enemy was flying in, he superhumanly dodged the extremely fast seaplane blades that were coming towards him.[citation needed]
Abilities[]
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- Master swordsman: Baby Strength was one of the greatest sword duelists of his time. A natural swordsman, Baby Strength’s ability had always been evident even as an orphan. During his training under Baby Intelligence, Baby Strength chose to specialize in Svarna. While he relied on the acrobatics to flank his opponents, and to facilitate his strong penchant for physical attacks, Baby Strength largely eschewed the more impractical elements of Svarna, such as the open flourishes, favoring more simplistic and direct moves. In addition to Svarna, Baby Strength also studied Kchendo, as evidenced by his accurate bullet-deflections and his occasional use for the reversed grip, and Mimssan, to compensate for Svarna’s limits. He was also very fond of chaining hand-to-hand combat strikes into his dueling sequences. However, Baby Strength soon adopted Mimssan as his primary style instead of Kchendo. Nevertheless, Baby Strength had already mastered it. Since the Battle of Palmyra, Baby Strength began studying the defensive Mimssan, intending to create a hybrid between it and Svarna. When he fought Sebiscuits the next day, he proved to be one of the only members able to hold him off for more than 15 seconds. Though Mimssan eventually became his primary fighting form, he implemented elements of Svarna into his swordplay from time to time. Ten years of study into Stil VI resulted in Baby Strength developing an extraordinary amount of proficiency in the stil. His tight defense and energy-efficient moves stood him in good stead against masterful gunslingers such as RC-4, or during the chaotic firefights of the Attack on the Fourth Dominion. However, Baby Strength’s Mimssan proved unable to effectively counter Hell Burnbottom’s skills during their confrontation in 2030. On that occasion, Burnbottom’s elegant combination of Lavieren and Brosartt, his elegant strokes and jabs worked away at Baby Strength’s defenses, ultimately bringing him down. Over the course of the Second NoHead War, Baby Strength continued to develop his technique. His bullet-deflection skills were further honed to the point where Baby Strength could literally walk unscathed through what were described as hornet-swarms of gunfire, single-handedly deflecting blasts from all directions simultaneously. Thousands of hours of sparring and practice sessions considerably advanced his skills as a duelist as well. In addition to Mimssan, Baby Strength would also master and incorporate elements of Grund and Chimiki into his fighting style. He also seemed to have been well versed in the art of dual-blade combat, which served him well on several occasions.
- Niiten: His mastery of Niiten allowed him to hold his own against the Dark Flame for a time, but ultimately was not enough to stop him from entering the MBH and killing Master Intelligence three hours later. Earlier on, he momentarily used dual combat against Brute Gunray and the Gladiator.
- Master martial artist: Even unarmed, Baby Strength was a terrifying opponent, evading enemy attacks and working his way inside their defense to physically assault them with his Super strength, which built up with his age. His degree of skill with this martial art was such that he was able to break the knee of the hulking Gladiator with a well placed kick.
- Expert leader: While Baby Intelligence did the majority of leading among the S.M.S.B., it was usually Baby Strength who kept him on track when he and the others had a task to do, and he sometimes did the same with other members, demonstrating good leadership skills.
- Indomitable willpower: Captain Strength has an unbreakable will.
Relationships[]
Baby Strength's closest relationships are with Force Baby, Master Intelligence, Troy Zonko and her family, and Titanium Girl.
Family[]
Force Baby[]
His cousin and best friend Force Baby
Force Baby was Baby Strength's cousin, and the two held each other in high regard. Not only were they constantly there for each other, but until the Battle of Palmyra, they were all the other had. At this point, the two were inseparable, constantly on the run stealing groceries and hiding in restricted buildings until they found their place in the S.M.S.B.
They demonstrated exceptional teamwork, even escaping from the likes of the extremely powerful Annabeth Black by working as a team. The two also saved each other's lives at least twice, such as when Force Baby guided him into an opening and they hid in an alcove in their attempt to obtain the first scroll. Baby Strength was extremely concerned when Force Baby broke his leg and even went so far as to physically assault his own master for what he irrationally perceived as trying to get his beloved cousin killed. He also comforted him during Sheriff Bladepoint's funeral.
Force Baby had a tendency to tease Baby Strength. He had no problem telling him (or anyone else) off when he believed his behavior was unreasonable, and he had no issues with embarrassing him in public, as when he openly mocked him for his crush on Ramona Meyer and even tripped him in front of her. After Force Baby began to lose his grip, Baby Strength demonstrated his unconditional love for him by caring for him as no one else did, although few wanted to risk being around such a powerful being in a state of insanity.
Still, Baby Strength was the only one who could calm him down when he flew into a rage, something even their master could not always accomplish. The two often fed horses together in their free time.
Eventually, Master Intelligence induced Centauri into the S.M.S.B., and Baby Strength stepped in when they began making plans for a worldwide revolution, pointing out that Force Baby was in no state to be dragged along with them. This resulted in a three-way duel between Force Baby's friends and Centauri. Force Baby tried to interfere, and was inadvertently killed by one of them, which devastated Baby Strength and caused an unending rift between him and Master Intelligence. It is unknown who actually fired the attack which led to his death. At Force Baby's funeral, Baby Strength broke his Master's nose and shouted at him that Force Baby's death was all his fault.
Long after Force Baby's death, Baby Strength kept a photo of him in his pocket.
Friends[]
Among his friends, Baby Strength is somewhat close with Fagin Ford, as both of them began bonding over the fact that both of them were far more worried about Troy than they were willing to admit. While Fagin was already close with her, what people perceived from Baby Strength as a simple schoolboy crush turned out to be genuine fear for her well-being, implying that he truly loved her. He was not uncomfortable when Baby Strength hugged him.
Baby Intelligence[]
Baby Intelligence, his master.
Baby Strength found out about Baby Intelligence after he became a revered superhero, and even in poverty and starvation deemed him his “hero.” He first met the S.M.S.B. Grandmaster when he and Force Baby were hiding in an office building and they together won the Battle of Palmyra. Baby Strength was initially reluctant to swear any oaths to the superhero, but Baby Intelligence promised he would be treated as a member of his family, provoking several memories from Baby Strength that helped him come to trust Baby Intelligence enough to join him. Despite being somewhat annoyed with his master's self-righteous nature on occasion, Baby Strength quickly came to respect Baby Intelligence’s immense power and seemingly infinite wisdom. The two get along well on a day-to-day basis. Although Baby Intelligence was not as close with him as he was with Lindsay Kellerman, he showed great insight into his character very early on. Like Kellerman, Baby Intelligence and Baby Strength are quite similar in their dour, brooding tendencies in times of trouble, and often need Force Baby's humor and levity to counterbalance their intense personalities.
Baby Strength stood steadfastly by his master and comforted him after they lost Paige Nelson to the NoHeads. Consequentially, the two heavily bonded during the Search for the Chosen One. They also had a falling out during this time, when Baby Strength began to question whether Baby Intelligence had a real plan to get the scrolls for Sir Edgar Caravan's prophecy, ultimately culminating in an intense physical fight driven by blind rage after they argued whether they should get a boulder abroad or stay and heal Force Baby. The two of them made up shortly afterwards, Baby Intelligence was sorely devastated beyond measure when he was kidnapped by Mr. Stupid NoHead's followers. By the time he had been rescued, however, he realized he had misjudged his master horribly. More so than Force Baby, Baby Intelligence understands Baby Strength's emotional feelings and is compassionate towards him. Baby Intelligence often comforts Baby Strength and shows him kindness and care when he is upset.
The two remained close into adulthood, working effectively together for several years. Even though Baby Intelligence had become very fond of Sebiscuits Cardarphen at this point, he still did his best to treat Baby Strength equally. While Master Intelligence likely alienated him, along with Force Baby and Telekinibabe, during his obsession with Thomas Meyer (Centauri), when Centauri attacked Baby Strength, Master Intelligence immediately came to his student's aid and fought against his best friend, clearly displaying that even at the height of his worst years, Master Intelligence cared for his students' well-being more than Centauri's and his own pride. After Force Baby's death, Baby Strength and Master Intelligence's relationship became very estranged, as Baby Strength blamed Master Intelligence for the death of their utmost oldest friend. Fortunately, they eventually established a cordial relationship with each other, though they were never as close as they had once been as babies.
Tori Newell[]
Tori Newell, his romantic interest
Baby Strength was apparently very taken with Troy as soon as they met. He related to her dark sense of humor and lack of fear of saying what she thinks. He initially had no idea what to think about her, but when he learned she was in danger, he became extremely concerned, leading him to realize no one had ever made him feel overprotective in such a way before and that it might mean he loves her, even though she seemed to be romantically involved with Fagin Ford. It's notable that Baby Strength vaguely shows his ambitious side in the fact that no other girl has ever caught his eye before, potentially referencing another part of his identity he, himself had yet to figure out. His mounting fear for her well-being shows that his interest in her was apparently more than just a simple schoolboy crush and can be implied that he genuinely loves her. Even before they knew each other very well, Tori acknowledged him as a true friend and a better one than most others. They began bonding on Independence Day in 2031, at which point they opened up to each other about their backgrounds, even the darker parts, and he tossed her in the air "like a pizza" using his Super strength, thrilling her.
When he learned Rose Johannson had betrayed Tori Newell, Baby Strength would have killed her had it not been for the intervention of Master Intelligence. He did not see her for months following her final escape, but the two reconnected on Facebook. Baby Strength demonstrated his empathy for her and willingness to confide in her, and while she returned his empathy and in turn showed concern for his well-being, she was not so ready to open up yet. He would demonstrate his empathy for her a second time by convincing Master Intelligence not to visit her and her father, as he, unlike his master, had correctly deduced just how little she wanted company. Although she ignored him because she was experiencing a lapse, she apologized and Baby Strength confessed that he had assumed she had a good reason for ignoring him, showing just how much he trusted her. He told her that when she was in a better mood, she would be the one to reach out to him. She finally accepted his 'friend request' shortly thereafter. The two passionately hugged prior to fighting side-by-side during the Battle of the Tower of Reincarnation.
Tori has done her part to show she does genuinely care about Baby Strength, despite her initial uncomfortable feelings about the S.M.S.B.'s focus on her. As stated before, she acknowledged him as one of her most healthy relationships and opened up to him as quickly as her siblings did, telling him one of her darkest secrets and trusting him to keep it, a trust which proved to be valid as he only ever told Master Intelligence. Although she initially ignored him on Facebook, it was for an understandable reason and without malice, and she later apologized. She was also very touched when he told him he loved her as a friend and that she could always talk to him.
Carol Wilcox[]
Carol Wilcox, a good friend.
Baby Strength was good friends with Carol Wilcox. The two met in Carol's tent during the search for the Chosen One. Carol admired him and sheltered him twice during the hunt, albeit also on the behalf of Baby Intelligence, and he was very grateful for her support. He was the first of the trio to notice that Carol had some emotional issues and severely underestimated herself, and encouraged her to be more confident, and encouraged his cousin Force Baby to do likewise. Both of them became allies of the Police Grand Army, and fought together in the Battle of the Golden Gates and the Battle of the Eastern Field. They remained in touch after the war.
Bash[]
- "Yeah. A disappointing loss."
- ―Baby Strength's reaction to Bash's death[src]
Baby Strength met Bash when he came to the Dancing Dorm with his master. He was cordial towards the superhero, and while he never admired him as much as Force Baby, he still felt comfortable around him. He disapproved of Baby Strength's recklessness, but he also acknowledged that the last thing he would label him as is insane. Bash was far more blunt than Baby Strength, which could be one reason they weren't as close as the other two members of the trio. After he died, Baby Strength said it was "a disappointing loss".
Achilles[]
Achilles
Achilles was Baby Intelligence's cat. Baby Strength appreciated him and has shown to be affectionate with him.
Titanium Girl[]
Of all the S.M.S.B. members minus his cousin, Baby Strength's closest relationship was with Titanium Girl. They shared everything with each other and seemed to agree on nearly everything. Eventually, Baby Strength decided he wanted to stay in touch with Titanium Girl on Facebook and so made an account.
Jena Ort[]
Baby Strength only saw Jena every once in a while, such as when she came to the library to drop off Tori Newell. He initially disliked her, as he believed she was abusive because Nurse Rose Johannson had told his master Master Intelligence, and he greeted her cordially despite resisting an urge to glare at her. However, it is clear that Baby Strength knew of her mixed relationship with her own family and believed that she had abused Tori for no evident reason, allegedly inducing the young woman's worst personality traits. Due to this, Baby Strength despised her, as he wanted Tori to stop being tormented, and believed that Jena only pretended to care about her, which wasn't true. It is unclear how Jena felt about him, but what was clear is that she thought since she knew him, he had been a good friend to all of her children, including Tori.
The two got along much better after Master Intelligence lent Jena the Enforcer and she bravely hid it for him. Any enmity on Baby Strength's part seemed to have entirely evaporated by Halloween, as Jena was open to the idea of him trick-or-treating with her children, indicating that she trusted him. She was also disgusted when he was cyberbullied by Stanley.
Tori Newell's siblings[]
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- "Everyone is in our lives because we inadvertently bring them there, but it's our choice how we treat them."
- ―Baby Strength[src]
Tori Newell's siblings, minus Cassie Ort.
Baby Strength had a very strong relationship with Tori Newell's siblings. Tori herself seemed to be a strong factor in this, as he probably would have never met them if it weren't for her, and her frequent absences are likely to have made them quicker to trust him and appreciate his attention and fondness of them. It also seemed that the older the sibling was, the more complex his relationship with them was, from Lily to Tori. As stated before, he had strong romantic feelings for Tori that he had never experienced before, and while Tori clearly liked him as a friend, she was very hesitant to tell him what she did whenever she ran away (though plot-wise, this may be an attempt to avoid overexposure).
His most strained relationship was with Cassie Ort. When they first met, she was very wary of him and Master Intelligence because she was instructed not to let strangers in, and did not say much to either of them and hesitated to accept their gifts. However, Baby Strength showed her the same empathy as the rest of her family, approving of her protectiveness of her siblings and determination to follow the rules. Since then, their relationship has become considerably more positive.
Baby Strength was also very fond of Brad Ort, with him being the one he explained his idea of a candy-related bargain to; the fondness was mutual. He also thought he had a very cool Halloween costume.
Besides Tori, Baby Strength has known Mary Ort the longest, as she was the only one he explicitly interacted with on Independence Day. Whether because she simply deduced he was a good person who loved children, or because he gave her attention most people didn't, or because of his relationship with her older sister, Mary immediately hugged him passionately; their first interaction was described as though they had known each other for a lifetime by Baby Strength. On Halloween, Mary told him a little bit about her life and admitted how she felt about her sister Lily.
Baby Strength was initially annoyed with Chris Ort for being obstinant and rude, but they made up almost immediately and Chris kept trying to think of things to give him to show his appreciation for him. Baby Strength was extremely touched when he gave him a letter saying that he very much looked forward to seeing him again, making it a habit to carry it with him whenever he saw any of the kids.
- "Did you notice every time you open your mouth weird noise come out?"
- ―Lily Ort teasing Baby Strength immediately after meeting him[src]
Even Lily Ort, who was in a very bad mood at the time, kept talking his ear off when they first met, even teasing him that he made weird noises whenever he responded to her comments, showing that she quickly opened up to him to a certain extent. She became very fond of him on Halloween and kept asking him to hold her or help her onto the table. She also trusted him enough to hold his hand when they were approaching a scary-looking house. The two passionately hugged on Christmas, with Baby Strength ultimately deciding to start calling her a gummy bear and citing shortly thereafter that "she's pure cuteness".
Enemies[]
Mr. Stupid NoHead[]
Mr. Stupid NoHead, his enemy
Baby Strength first learned about Mr. Stupid NoHead, the most dangerous Dark mutant of all time, after reading about him sometime before he became a member of the S.M.S.B. When he joined, he — more or less knowingly — prevented the construction of the Fourth Dominion temporarily. Later on, he also helped attack the Arctic NoHead Research Park, though he failed to deactivate the NoHead Robot Army when Operation: Purge was initiated. This event led Baby Strength to resent NoHead to the extent of an unhealthy bloodlust for the Dark Lord. In 2019, he attempted to strike down Mr. Stupid NoHead upon seeing him in person, only to be telekinetically hurled away. He later witnessed Baby Intelligence and Lindsay Kellerman's defeat of Mr. Stupid NoHead in the Battle of Tsala. However, Baby Strength made very little direct contact with Mr. Stupid NoHead, truly seeing him for the first time during the attack on the Fourth Dominion. Despite this, Mr. Stupid NoHead still viewed Baby Strength as a threat.
Hell Burnbottom[]
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Rose Johannson[]
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- "You're a monster who kills people for money and sex and drugs. Now you're gonna know Troy's pain as your own. And I brought my girl!"
"Sup, child face?"
"All you ever do is take vulnerable and kind-hearted people and wreck their innocence. Now I'm about to wreck your butt and save everyone the horrors."
"You're joking, right? You've got more emotional variety than a miracle incubator baby left in a cardboard box with hyper-visioned permanent ink in an alleyway where no one'll come knocking with granite stilts. That's right, I knew even the silliest little girl can end someone's career. I'm kinda jealous, not gonna lie...." - ―Baby Strength and Rose Johannson[src]
Rose Johannson, who he was initially obsessed with killing.
Rose Johannson was a short-lived acquaintance of the S.M.S.B. as well as the former best friend of Tori Newell, until she betrayed her mere weeks after meeting Baby Strength, which resulted in his crush (Tori) being locked up and tortured. Being vulnerable to pent-up thoughts provoking his fury, Baby Strength was grief-stricken when he learned the truth from Rose's own lips, and as soon as she was out of earshot he most uncharacteristically vowed to kill her to avenge Tori.
Thomas Meyer[]
Baby Strength disliked Centauri immensely, as he was Master Intelligence’s best friend after Red X. While Baby Strength was spending more time alone, Intelligence and Centauri were planning a quest to locate the Sword of Abomination. As the two boys were planning to travel around the world, they also planned to take the S.M.S.B. with them. However, Centauri began to fall to the Darkness. When Baby Strength opposed him, Centauri became very angry, condescendingly calling him "little one" several times, and assaulted Baby Strength with lightning; Master Intelligence then defended his student and the three boys had a duel, in which Force Baby was killed unintentionally. Centauri escaped and left the city. Baby Strength retained bitter memories towards Centauri for many years after their fateful encounter, and it did not help at all when Centauri, now the Dark Flame, murdered Master Intelligence.
Others[]
Gobbles
Gobbles was Carol Wilcox's large dog. Baby Strength strongly disliked him, largely due to his perceived antagonistic behavior towards his cousin Force Baby. However, when Carol explained that Gobbles and Force Baby "were only messing with each other", Baby Strength relented and had a rather amusing experience trying to get Gobbles to sniff his hand, only to be licked in the face, which Baby Strength disliked. Still, this event put them on much better terms, though it is probable to say that they will never truly be friends.
He had a love-hate relationship with Ironside.
Behind the scenes[]
According to D. Isaac Thomas, Baby Strength is not related to Russell Stewart, though they share the same surname.
Trivia[]
- As Tori Newell is non-binary, this could imply that Baby Strength is bisexual or queer, though his sexuality is never confirmed.
- The name "Daniel" comes from the Hebrew name דָּנִיֵּאל (Daniyyel) meaning "God is my judge."
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