Power Princess

origins

Power Princess grew up living on a peaceful place called Utopia Island on Earth-712, the Squadron Supreme's world. The Utopians believed that their race was created by the Kree through genetic experimentation, making them the equivalent of Earth-616's Inhumans. As a result, the Utopians were far more advanced while the rest of the worlds' humans were in their early stages of development. During Earth-712's equivalent of World War II, Power Princess helped the side of the Allies against Germany and Japan, and served as a member of the Golden Agency. When "man" started playing around with atomic and nuclear bombs, the Utopians felt the world was threatened. Being a peaceful race, they found the easiest solution would be to simply leave Earth. They built a spaceship and left, however Zarda stayed behind as Power Princess and served as the Utopian's emissary. She became a founding member of the most renowned team of heroes on her world: the Squadron Supreme.

powers and abilities

At the peak of her attributes, the entity called Power Princess has several naturally inherent powers attributed to her genetic stock, granted to her by Eternal engineering. Amongst her physical attributes, Zarda has immense superhuman strength and can lift past 80 tons. She has super-humanly enhanced speed and reflexes, allowing her reaction time and hence her defensive combat to mix in many highly effective manners. Her skin and mass are highly durable and can deflect most small caliber artillery, explosives, fires, electricity, and physical damage. It takes a great deal of force to knock Zarda out. As a Utopian, her genes give her immortality, and immunity to some disease and illnesses. Lastly she has the ability to fly and is able to travel at great speeds for quite a period of time.

Weapons and Paraphernalia

Since she first debuted as Power Princess, Zarda has used a shield of unbreakable transparent material. She has used her shield in almost all her arenas of combat and it stands of a symbol of her ideals, almost serving as her standard. Trained in defensive and offensive tactical combat Zarda often takes charge of field work, trusted by all the Squadron's members as a highly trained warrior.

personality

Noble and Idealistic Nature At her core, Power Princess embodies the ideals of justice, honor, and heroism. As a member of the Squadron Supreme, she is committed to protecting her world and its inhabitants. This sense of duty is deeply rooted in her upbringing on Utopia Isle, where she was raised in a society that valued peace and fellowship. Her noble nature drives her to fight against tyranny and injustice, often placing the needs of others above her own desires. Strong Leadership Qualities Zarda’s leadership abilities are prominent throughout her story arcs. She has taken on leadership roles within the Squadron Supreme, demonstrating confidence and decisiveness. Her ability to inspire those around her reflects a strong sense of responsibility; she believes in leading by example and often encourages teamwork among her peers. This aspect of her personality showcases not only her strength but also her capacity for empathy. Romantic Complexity Power Princess’s romantic relationships add depth to her character. Her initial commitment to Howard Shelton illustrates loyalty; however, this loyalty becomes complicated when she develops feelings for Hyperion. This internal conflict highlights Zarda’s human side—her struggles with love and fidelity make her more relatable as she navigates complex emotional landscapes.

personality

Struggles with Manipulation Throughout various storylines, Zarda faces manipulation from external forces such as Mephisto and Agent Coulson. These experiences challenge her ideals and force her to confront darker aspects of herself. The brainwashing she undergoes at times creates tension between who she is at heart and what others want her to be. This struggle adds layers to her personality, showcasing resilience as she fights against these influences. Warrior Spirit As a warrior princess, Zarda possesses immense physical strength and combat skills that reflect a fierce spirit. She is not afraid to engage in battle when necessary, displaying courage in the face of danger. However, this warrior aspect does not overshadow her compassion; rather, it complements it by allowing her to protect those who cannot defend themselves.