Express

Origin
The Grandson of Expressman.

Mark Murphy was inspired by his whimsical grandfather (Max Murphy, the Expressman) to become an alchemist. Upon his grandfather's death, Mark inherited his grandfather's super speed formula. Many had tried in the past, but none were able to recreate the effects. Mark, however, knew his grandfather well enough to decipher his alchemical code. Remembering an anecdote from his grandfather's past, Mark recreated the super speed formula and was even able to improve it. By tapping into the latent energy waves, Mark was able to adapt his body to utilize sheen energy for superior movement, without the risk of friction or fatigue his grandfather suffered.

Mark adopted the alchemical symbol for mercury and began his career as the speedster called Express

Powers and Abilities

 * Super speed: Express can move comfortably at speeds of 1,000 MPH. He has yet to test the upward limits of the formula but is gradually pushing himself to do so
 * Blur: Express can blur his physical form making him much harder to see or recognize
 * Brilliant Alchemist: Mark Murphy is a world class alchemist

Weaknesses

 * Speed formula: The speed formula is ingested in the form of pills, the duration is unknown, but Mark can usually tell when he is slowing down.
 * Consummate prankster: Mark, like his grandfather, enjoys a good laugh and will often joke around with friends and enemies.
 * Gray moral code: Express isn’t above petty theft to make ends meet and has often robbed criminals as part of his “heroics”