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SECURITY LEVEL: BETA-2 (OPERATIONAL PERSONNEL)

Compiled by Metahuman Assessment Division, August 2022

CLASSIFICATION OVERVIEW

This document provides standardized categorization of allied metahuman assets based on demonstrated capabilities, operational effectiveness, and strategic deployment value. Classifications are regularly reviewed and may be adjusted based on new field data.

S-TIER: "METEOR STOPPERS / EXTRASOLAR/GODS"

Strategic Value: Planetary defense against extinction-level threats Deployment Protocol: Director authorization only

Defining Characteristics:

Raw power sufficient to avert planetary catastrophes

Demonstrated capacity to neutralize multiple A-tier threats simultaneously

Typically possess multiple high-level power metrics (strength, speed, durability)

Often extraterrestrial or extra-dimensional in origin

Current Assets:

Omni-Man (Nolan Grayson) - Viltrumite physiology with comprehensive power set

Operational Notes:

S-tier assets represent irreplaceable strategic resources

Deployment authorized only for confirmed extinction-level events

Historical emergency deployment frequency: Once per year

Comprehensive contingency protocols required for each S-tier asset

A-TIER: "DEMIGOD / GLOBAL RESPONSE"

Strategic Value: Continental threat neutralization, global crisis intervention Deployment Protocol: Deputy Director authorization required

Defining Characteristics:

Power sufficient to engage multiple B-tier threats simultaneously

Typically demonstrate extreme capability in at least one power metric

Capable of sustained operations in hostile environments

Effective against large-scale destruction events

Current Assets:

The Immortal (Cormac Darragh) - Comprehensive enhancement with flight, immortality

Brit (Brittany Penrose Jr.) - Absolute invulnerability with tactical expertise

War Woman (Ilax "Holly" Nabessara) Comprehensive enhancement with mystical weapon mastery

Red Rush (Josef Vetrov) - Hypersonic speed with enhanced perception

Brimstone (Brick Mojo)Comprehensive enhancement with flight, fire projection, laser vision, and super-intelligence

Blitzkrieg (Boomer Mojo)Comprehensive enhancement with flight, electricity projection, laser vision, and sound projection

Breakneck (Butch Mojo)Comprehensive enhancement with flight, energy projection, and laser vision

Operational Notes:

A-tier assets typically deployed for continental threats or global crises

Majority function as independent operators with GDA coordination

Historical emergency deployment frequency: 50-60 per year

Many demonstrate significant force multiplier effect when deployed together

B-TIER: "CITY-SAVER"

Strategic Value: Regional protection, major threat containment Deployment Protocol: Regional Director authorization required

Defining Characteristics:

Power sufficient to neutralize threats to major urban centers

Typically exceed conventional military response capabilities

Demonstrate significant enhancement in multiple power categories

Often possess specialized abilities effective against particular threat types

Current Assets:

Black Samson (Markus Grimshaw) - Enhanced strength with bioelectric projection

Aquarus - Atlantean physiology with hydrokinetic abilities

Martian Man (K'lad) - Martian metamorph with multiple specialized capabilities

Green Ghost II (Alana Myles) - Phase-shifting with intangibility projection

Super-Patriot (John Q. Armstrong) - Enhanced physiology with cybernetic weaponry

Savage Dragon - Regenerative physiology with extreme strength and durability

Smasher (Jennifer Dragon)Enhanced pysiology with great strength and durability

Atom Eve (Samantha Wilkins) - Matter manipulation with energy construct creation

The Unstoppable Hunk (David Danner) - Strength/durability increases overtime based on how long a fight continues

Operational Notes:

B-tier assets represent primary response for major metahuman incidents

Often serve as team leaders or solo operators in regional contexts

Historical deployment frequency: 120-160 per year

Many demonstrate complementary capabilities when deployed in coordinated teams

C-TIER: "GENERAL DEFENSE"

Strategic Value: Tactical response, specialized operations Deployment Protocol: Operational Commander authorization

Defining Characteristics:

Power sufficient for effective response to localized meta threats

Typically require coordination for maximum effectiveness

Often demonstrate specialized capabilities with tactical applications

May possess leadership or coordination enhancement factors

Current Assets:

Robot - Technological enhancement with tactical coordination

Commander Capitalism (Phil Clark) - Enhanced physiology with military training

Bolt (Bruce Bluestone) - Enhanced physiology with flight

Liberty (Liberty Farrell) - Flight with moderate strength enhancement

Justice (Justice Farrell) - Enhanced strength with limited invulnerability

Throwbolt (Gina Rankin) - Electrical projection with enhanced durability

Operational Notes:

C-tier assets typically deployed in coordinated teams or specialized operations

Often serve critical support roles for higher-tier assets

Historical deployment frequency: 240-360 per year

Effectiveness often exceeds classification when properly coordinated

D-TIER: "URBAN CONTAINMENT"

Strategic Value: Localized incident response, specialized applications Deployment Protocol: Field Commander authorization

Defining Characteristics:

Power sufficient for containment of minor meta threats

Typically demonstrate specialized capabilities with limited scope

Often possess tactical advantages rather than raw power

May show potential for classification advancement with training/experience

Current Assets:

Rex Splode (Rex Sloan) - Molecular acceleration with enhanced physiology (Class C- but operates at lower than potential due to no longer running solo ops)

Man Kong - Ape-human hybrid with proportional strength

Pangea - Limited geokinetic ability with enhanced durability

Demi-God - Divine enhancement with specialized weaponry

Operational Notes:

D-tier assets typically deployed for street-level metahuman incidents

Often operate in extended teams or with tactical support

Historical deployment frequency: 400-600 per year

Many demonstrate significant improvement through experience and training

E-TIER: "ENHANCED OPERATIVES"

Strategic Value: Specialized applications, support operations Deployment Protocol: Squad Leader authorization

Defining Characteristics:

Enhancement beyond human baseline but limited in scope or scale

Typically demonstrate specialized capabilities with specific applications

Often rely on equipment, training, or tactical advantage rather than raw power

May possess force multiplier capabilities for team operations

Current Assets:

Shrinking Rae (Rachel Mins) - Size manipulation with specialized applications

Darkwing I (Dorian Wayans) - Peak human with specialized equipment

Business Baby (Tim Templeton)- Enhanced adult who was reverted to the age of an infant but retained intelligence

Dupli-Kate (Kate Cha) - Self-duplication with tactical applications

Operational Notes:

E-tier assets typically deployed for specialized operations or support roles

Often demonstrate effectiveness disproportionate to power classification

Historical deployment frequency: 1000-2000 per year

Value often derives from specialized application rather than general response

PROVISIONAL CLASSIFICATIONS

The following individuals have demonstrated capabilities warranting classification but have insufficient operational history for definitive assessment:

Markus Grayson (Code Name Pending) - Provisional A-tier, projected S-tier potential

Bulletproof (Zandale Randolph) - Provisional B-tier with variable upper limit

Firebreather (Duncan Xerxes Absalom Wu Fan Cassius Draco Draconus Quetzelcoatl Gondwana Mjarl Khan Belloc-Rosenblatt Jr)- Provisional C-tier, powers still developing

These classifications will be updated as additional field data becomes available.

DEPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS

Threat Scaling: Deployment authorization should match or exceed threat classification

Team Composition: Mixed-tier teams often demonstrate enhanced effectiveness

Specialized Application: Lower-tier assets may be preferential for certain threat types

Regional Coverage: Maintain distribution to ensure response capabilities across all sectors

Burnout Prevention: Rotate deployment when possible to prevent operational fatigue

Document compiled by Assessment Division Chief Dr. Emilia ChenAuthorized by Director Cecil StedmanLast Updated: August 17, 2022