Crucible:Surge
Real Name: Mitchell Young
Background: Surge is a parahuman who discovered his powers as a teenager. Beginning his career with the name Charger, he joined the first Watchstar team. He was later 'killed' by Sargon. However, his electronic form was later reconstituted and he took the name Surge. He assumed leadership of the third Watchstar team when Gauntlet was injured and led it for some time.
Surge is married to news reporter Tamara Baines Young. He recently retired from adventuring to raise their son, Jason.
Group Affiliation: Former team leader of Watchstar
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Status: Inactive
Powers: Surge's body is composed of a form of living electricity and he has a huge array of electrical powers.
Skills: Surge is a skilled leader and strategist.
Creator: Jeff Messina
First Appearance: (As Charger) WATCHSTAR #15, (As Surge) WATCHSTAR #90