Crucible:Xero

Background: Not long after the formation of the Guardians team, HAVOC sent a warbot named Suppressor to ambush and kill the team. After the Guardians captured the warbot, the team re-programmed it and renamed it Xero ("X-Hero").

The robot had originally been programmed with high intelligence and the ability to learn quickly. The Guardians' programming added compassion to the original mix. Under duress, Xero proved itself and soon took its place as a friend and an honored member of the Guardians team.

Group Affiliation: The Guardians

Status: Active

Skills: Xero has a thorough knowledge of computers and artificial intelligences. Xero is a voracious consumer of human culture and enjoys discussing literature and art.

Technology: As a former warbot, Xero still mounts integral fusion weaponry. However, it has added other useful technologies, such as rescue and firefighting equipment.

Creator: Ed Messina

First Appearance: THE GUARDIANS OF LA, #41