Arthur Blackwood (Earth-7045)

Arthur Blackwood a.k.a. the Crusader is a religious zealot supervillain who has fought numerous superheroes over the years, primarily Thor for his kind have indirectly inspired paganistic beliefs. While Blackwood believes that his powers come from God himself, he has been long suspected to be a mutant considering the existence of the Asgardians, but DNA tests have proven inconclusive.

History
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Powers & Abilities

 * Strength increases with self-confidence

Powers

 * Religious Faith Empowerment: the Crusader possesses various superhuman attributes, though their true nature is unknown. Blackwood developed these powers after undergoing a religious vision in which was seemingly endowed with the combined powers of all of his ancestors who had served God.
 * Superhuman Strength
 * Superhuman Speed
 * Superhuman Stamina
 * Regenerative Healing Factor
 * Superhuman Durability
 * Superhuman Agility
 * Superhuman Reflexes

Abilities
The Crusader is a formidable combatant and is particularly skilled in using a sword and shield in battle.

Weaknesses
The source of the Crusader's powers is an unidentified mystical link that is in direct proportion to his faith. If his faith falters, his superhuman attributes also diminish at a level proportionate to his diminished faith.

Equipment
Crusader garb, mystical sword and shield which are said to be powered by his faith in God.

Weapons
The Crusader typically carries a sword and a shield that are both durable enough to withstand multiple, direct blows from Mjolnir before shattering.