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Cerellus he receives psionic abilities (telepathy, telekinesis etc.), from Medula he receives the dark fire (a powerful mystical force, which although Medula is unaware of it at the time he is descended from a long line of witches). There is a constant battle for control of the host body with Cerellus constantly attempting to take over Medula's body at every opportunity.
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powers. His ability has been significantly amplified by an implant (developed by the CSIRO), that works in conjunction with his cane as a power supply, allowing him to fly at high speeds and move heavy
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with new characters. It ran for four issues. The first issue included a solo adventure of Flash
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in 2006. The website has been operation for a little over two years. This webcomic currently includes Dark Nebula, the Golden Age
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