MENTOR

 

MENTOR

Real Name: A'Lars

First Appearance: Iron Man (Vol. 1) #55, February 1973

Powers: Mentor is a member of the Earth-born Eternals (Homo Sapiens Immortalis), an evolutionary offshoot of humanity created by the extraterrestrial cosmic beings known as the Celestials. Eternals possess long lifespans and vast physical and cosmic energy-manipulation powers.

Since his life-force and molecular structure are reinforced by cosmic energy, Mentor is virtually immortal, immune to disease and the debilitating effects of aging and able to regenerate injured or missing organic tissue. Only an injury that disperses a significant portion of his bodily molecules could cause him to die. Cosmic energy bolsters his metabolism so that Mentor does not tire from any physical exertion. Like all Eternals, Mentor can levitate by mentally manipulating gravitons (subatomic particles that carry the force of gravitational attraction) around him. He can fly at approximately 500 miles per hour, a rate of speed slightly below average for his kind. he possesses an enhanced-human strength level enabling him to lift (press) approximately 1 ton under optimal conditions. This is slightly subnormal for an Eternal of his age, height, and build who engages in minimal regular exercise beyond his procreative responsibilities. His endurance, stamina, and durability are godlike, however.

Like all Eternals of Earth, Mentor can project his natural cosmic energies from his body as waves of light, heat,or concussive force. These waves, which he usually directs from his hands, have a maximum concussive force equivalent to 50 tons of TNT, sufficient to level a 12-story steel-frame building. He has also displayed telepathic abilities and the power of molecular manipulation of matter.

A'Lars is a gifted intellect with knowledge of science and technology far in advance of present-day Earth. As ruler of the Saturn moon of Titan, Mentor has access to and full use of a wide range of advanced technology.