Known as Nikolai Krylenko, this mutant is Darkstar's brother and a character who deserves more attention. His ability is not offensive, but purely defensive: he can repel any form of energy or matter directed at him. Whether it's a laser beam or a punch, his force field deflects it. And to top it off, he uses a sickle and hammer as focal points, a detail that does not go unnoticed.
The physics of repulsion applied to combat 🛡️
Vanguard's power works like an omnidirectional shield that activates reflexively. The sickle and hammer are not weapons, but catalysts that concentrate his repulsive field. When something approaches, his mutation generates a barrier that reverses the direction of the object or energy. This includes bullets, explosions, and even psychic attacks, albeit with limitations. His resistance is not infinite; if the attack exceeds a certain threshold, the field collapses and he takes damage. It is a useful power, but with a clear ceiling.
Communism also repels criticism 😅
The curious thing is that Vanguard carries the symbols of the proletariat, but his power is basically saying no to everything. A Soviet mutant who repels attacks like a bouncer who won't let anyone in. The irony is that his sister Darkstar can fly and launch energy, while he dedicates himself to blocking. If at least he used the sickle to cut something or the hammer to build, but no. He only repels. Even his work tools are decorative.