Spectrum

Demonstrating light and energy manipulation at a young age, Monica Rambeau hid and suppressed those abilities until she was bombarded with extra-dimensional energy emitted by a stolen device. Rambeau, now a harbor patrol officer, then discovered an ability to convert her body mass into any form of energy of the electromagnetic spectrum, granting her the alias of Captain Marvel. Unable to achieve success in the navy as she faced adversities as a black woman, Rambeau met recognition with the Avengers. Her competence led her to become one of the most trustworthy members of the group and, in due course, their chairwoman.

Succumbing to a tragic fate when the Avengers were betrayed by Doctor Druid, Rambeau was once gravely wounded in combat and lost her powers. After a slow recovery,[18] she was welcomed back to the Avengers, sporadically assisting the team in times of need under the name Photon. In another dramatic turn of events, Rambeau was manipulated by the Beyond Corporation into commanding their super hero team, Nextwave. Upon learning their vile intentions, Rambeau and her team went rogue and dismantled Beyond. However, she was forever scarred by such an experience, having her personality drastically changed by it.

As Spectrum, Rambeau became a prominent super hero as a member of the Mighty Avengers, the Ultimates, and Strikeforce.Having her power levels significantly augmented, Rambeau struggled with feeling distant from her sense of humanity. Unexpectedly, after battling the goddess of the night, Nyx, her powers declined, allowing her to become human again. More recently, she returned to her Photon identity and embarked on a self-discovery journey.

Monica has the ability to change into any form of light/energy along the electromagnetic spectrum. She can turn into photons, electricity, microwaves, radio waves, gamma rays, X-rays, ultraviolet radiation, infrared radiation, etc. She can travel at various speeds, depending on the type of energy she converts into, including the speed of light.

Energy Projection: Monica has the ability to discharge whatever energy she becomes, by focusing that energy into a tight beam. The beams are either discharged from her hands or eyes. Energy Absorption: She can often mimic or absorb various energies when given enough time for analysis. Monica was capable of mimicking an energy shield spell created by Dr. Strange, by matching its energy signature. She can also absorb energy not common to the electromagnetic spectrum, such as when she replicated and drained the verdant will-powered energies of an extra-dimensional emerald gladiator. Size Manipulation: Monica's abilities also allow her to shrink down to microscopic levels, which she utilizes to interact and disrupt various electronic interfaces. Intangibility & Invisibility: Monica is often intangible in many of her energy forms, which allows her to phase through solid matter and turn invisible. Immortality: Monica is a being made of pure energy which makes her virtually immortal. She doesn't age beyond her prime. Cosmic Awareness: According to Blue Marvel whiles in light form she does not process sensory reception like a regular being anymore but her consciousness is somehow able to discern what is happening around her. Photokinesis: Monica can manipulate light in order to create illusion or become invisible. Telepathy: Emma Frost was able to use Monica as a conduit to boost telepathic abilities. Monica herself is shown to be able to read minds and link people minds together via neural electricity. Abilities Monica is a college and police academy graduate. She possesses formidable leadership qualities and has law enforcement experience from her work with the New Orleans Harbor Patrol. She is an excellent marksman, unarmed combatant, detective and swimmer with extensive nautical expertise.

Multilingual: Monica speaks fluent English and French as well as been able to communicate in Portuguese.

S.W.O.R.D is an acronym for Sentient World Observation and Response Department. It is a counter terrorism and intelligence agency which dealt with extraterrestrial threats to world security.