Basics
Full Name: Mikel Robert Queen
Nickname(s): Mikey, Kel, Beloved, Black Kite, Sarge, Hawk
Unknown Name: طائر أسود/Tayir 'Aswad
Vigilante Name: Archer
Species: Human
Age: 32
Affiliation: Queen Family, U.S Marines, Star City Police
Nationality: American
Sexual orientation: Hetero
Birthday: July 15th
Looks: Mikel is a tan, black-haired man with a short haircut and a full beard with scars all over his body and three cuts going through his right eye which looks completely white and the other in green.
Family
Mother: Rebbeca Draculin
Step Father: Alexander Draculin
Father: Robert Queen
Step Mother: Moira Queen
Half Brother: Oliver Queen
'Half Sister': Thea Queen
Deceased Wife: Talia Al Ghul
Personality
Initial impression: Kind
Likes: Any form of weapon, His family, Soccer
Dislikes: Anti-Gun, Golf
Favorite color: Purple
Least favorite color: Brown
Favorite food: Falafel
Least favorite food: Hummus
Relationship status: Single/Widowed
Children: None
Equipment
Hearing Aid - After the countless battles and explosions Queen participated in, he is partially deaf. Fortunately, Mikel is only hard of hearing in his right ear, allowing him to use a hearing aid on that ear which can fully restore his hearing.
Casual Gear: Level 3a concealable bulletproof vest - Mikel wears a black bulletproof vest under his clothes that protects against pistol and rifle rounds as long as they aren't armor piercing.
Beretta Nano - Mikel's civilian EDC pistol is a Beretta BU 9 Nano. This pistol is a semi-automatic, striker fired, micro compact pistol line manufactured by Beretta USA in the United States at its Gallatin, Tennessee facility. The Nano Pistol's are chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum or 9mm Luger.
Urban Combat Boot Knife - Mikel has a black tactical boot knife that is 7.5 inches long in his boot.
Sparrows Lockpick Set - A marine issued lockpick set.
Marine Gear: Combat Gear - United States Marine Corps Issued Gear
M16 Rifle - Mikel used the Marine issued M16a2. Mikel's rifle was equipped with a flashlight, laser sight, foregrip, and a holographic sight.
Beretta M9 - The Beretta M9, officially the Pistol, Semiautomatic, 9mm, M9, is the designation for the Beretta 92FS semi-automatic pistol used by the United States Armed Forces. The M9 was adopted by the United States military as their service pistol in 1985. Mikel's pistol is only fitted with a flashlight.
Ka-Bar Knife - Ka-Bar (/ˈkeɪ.bɑːr/; trademarked as KA-BAR) is the contemporary popular name for the combat knife first adopted by the United States Marine Corps in November 1942 as the 1219C2 combat knife (later designated the USMC Mark 2 combat knife or Knife, Fighting Utility), and subsequently adopted by the United States Navy as the U.S. Navy utility knife, Mark 2.[1][2][3] Ka-Bar is the name of a related knife manufacturing company, Ka-Bar Knives., Inc. (formerly Union Cutlery Co.), of Olean, New York, a subsidiary of the Cutco Corporation.
Vigilante Gear: Archer Suit - Archer wears a black suit with a purple tinge. There is a black half mask and red glasses that posses thermal. There is a sleeve on his right arm with a glove, while only a finger glove and arm guard on his left arm. There is also has a thigh holster on his left leg. Archer uses this suit when operating as a vigilante utilizing it's more subtle, darker look to go in unnoticed.
Long Bow - Archer uses a traditional Black Horn Long Bow that was created by someone who's initials are T.A.G.
Specialized Quiver: Archer's quiver is supplied with a multitude of different arrowheads in the bottom. By dialing up an armament setting from control on his bow, Archer could cause the quiver to affix these special arrowheads. This effectively increased the capabilities from conventional arrows to explosive arrows, a grapple line, and more.
Conventional - A standard arrow with hybrid aluminum/carbon arrow shafts, made to easily penetrate and injure an enemy while also being difficult to directly remove from a wound. Like any standard arrow, this arrow type is suitable for stealth operations because it makes minimal noise and is less conspicuous than Archer's other, more specialized arrows. Archer uses this arrow the most during missions and battles.
Stun Tip - An arrow that is non-lethal and knocks an enemy unconscious or into a dazed or semi-conscious state rather then injure or kill, much like conventional arrows.
Bi-Tip - An arrow that contains two extended points on the tip of the arrow.
Smoke Screen - An arrow that releases purple smoke to mask an area as a use for either distraction or for cover.
E.M.P Detonator - An arrow that releases a burst of electromagnetic energy disabling any electronics within its perimeter.
Explosive Tip - These arrows contain an explosive tip that can be detonated at any time after it's been fired, on impact from a button on his quiver.
Data Tip - An arrow with an arrowhead that serves as a solid state computer drive containing specific computer code. In the hand of a skilled archer this arrow can be fired and jacked into a specific computer input from a distance.
Burst - A special arrow that contains multiple secondary projectiles. After the arrow hits its target, a ring of secondary projectiles stored in the arrowhead fire in a circular pattern, hitting any nearby enemies. This arrow is useful for attacking groups of enemies.
Thermal - A special arrow that contains a chemical mixture that can melt through a variety of materials, including most metals, when activated, similar to a powerful thermite reaction.
Hook Tip - An arrow with three small, claw-like prongs that was made to function as a form of grappling hook. When fired a high tension cable remains attached to Archer's bow, as the arrowhead makes contact with a surface the three prongs become embedded and a series of micro-explosives remove portions of the arrow shaft from the cable at its core, allowing the cable to pivot from the arrowhead/grappling hook itself.
Tri-Tip - An arrow that contains three extended points on the tip of the arrow.
Net - An arrow that contains a spring-loaded nylon mesh which is released and entangles the target on impact.
Trap - Two arrows on opposite sides of the area, made to incapacitate anyone who passes between them by using an electric discharge.
Electric - An arrow similar to the Trap Arrow but upgraded to be able to fire the arrow at the target, releasing an electric discharge.
Scatter - An arrow made by several fragmenting arrows, allowing it to separate into other smaller arrows to attack an enemy multiple times.
Flare - An arrow that produces a brilliant light without an explosion, used for either signaling, illumination, or defensive countermeasures.
Putty - An arrow that releases a polydimethylsiloxane substance on impact.
Onto-Grabber - An arrow that contains multiple cables within the tip that spring out on impact, latching onto anything in the trajectory, and pulling them towards the arrow.
Zip-Tip - An arrow that, when fired, releases a cable on either side of the shaft, attaching to two surfaces on opposite ends.
Sonic - An arrow that releases a three-beat concussive sonic blast on impact, capable of throwing back anyone at close range.
Tranquillizer - An arrow that has multiple tranquilizer darts compressed into the shaft, that are released in a 360 degree, knocking out a target instantly.
Pepper Spray - An arrow that releases a burst of an orange lachrymatory agent.
H&K P30 - Mikel's pistol as a vigilante is a P30 is a polymer framed semi-automatic handgun by Heckler & Koch, that is chambered in 9×19mm Parabellum.
Saif/Shamshir - Archer uses a black handled Saif or as it is also called a Shamshir as a side weapon when he runs out of arrows and bullets that is made of an unknown material.
Archer Daggers - Archer has a specialized dagger set made by someone who's initials are T.A.G, with a hawk like symbol designed on it.
Lockpick Set - A set of lockpicks that was created by Archer.
Abilities
Skills: Master Swordsman - His signature skill, Training from a man in his past made Mikel highly proficient in swordsmanship. However, his near-sole dependence on his bow and arrow over the years dulled this skill. He was able to swiftly subdue Yakuza Hitman in his duels with them, was even able to compete against the Yakuza leader for an extended period of time in a sword fight before killing them.
Master Hand to Hand combatant - Mikel is an extraordinary hand-to-hand combatant and martial artist, easily ranking among the best in the world. His skills kept improving with training from multiple teachers and self-training, able compete with, if not outmatch, the most dangerous combatants one-on-one. Mikel's combat style was extremely unpredictable, proven as flexible and precise in his maneuvers, easily changing tactics and attack patterns to suit the situation to systematically take down his foes. From Alexander, he learned; Eskrima, Muay Thai, Krav Maga, Karate, Silat, Boxing, Systema, Jujutsu and Judo. From T.A.G ; he learned Taekwondo, Shurikenjutsu, Bōjutsu, Wing Chun, Sambo, Hapkido, Capoeira, Professional wrestling, Kickboxing, Kyusho Jutsu and Jeet Kune Do. From R.A.G; he learned Taijutsu, Kenjutsu, Tai Chi, Kung Fu, Wushu, Aikido and Panantukan.
Master Marksman - Mikel had remarkably precise aim and skill with several different types of firearms. During his time with the U.S. Marines, Mikel also became an adept sniper, he was able to accurately shoot his moving targets from over a mile away.
Master Archer - Mikel's mastery in archery during his league career became known for never missing. He can precisely shoot targets from great distances, nail several bouncing tennis balls into a wall without missing in quick succession, shoot objects off of individuals without harming them, and retain his accuracy while in rapid movement. Mikel could also anticipate an enemy projectile to block an arrow and fire several arrows simultaneously.
Master knife-wielder/Knife thrower - Mikel is extremely deadly with knives, he can kill a man with a single stab. Mikel is lethally proficient with knives in long-range combat as well and could utilize his arrows as improvised knives to incapacitate his enemy; he threw an off-balance combat knife from 15 feet away to disarm an Assasin of her dagger as she tried to stab him.
Master Stick Fighter - After months of training with his step father, Mikel learned to spar head-on against the latter using Eskrima sticks. This skill let him kill five of his kidnappers simultaneously. He also employs his bow, scabbard, and pistol as makeshift blunt weapons to use against his enemies. Mikel is similarly skilled with a bo-staff, as he easily defeated three Yakuza men and fought on par against Alexander while sparring.
Abilities: High-level Intellect - Mikel is very sharp-witted and methodical man, alert and adaptive to the situation. He was a quick learner, having gained great knowledge, if not mastery, in several fields. Mikel is highly tactical, both in preparation and while in action, he was able to quickly analyze the situation and how best to handle it. Even when operating solo, Mikel could effectively track down his targets and determine the best course of action in several missions. Oliver was a highly effective leader, both as a soldier and an Assasin. Mikel is able to remember almost everything he studies and reads. Mikel is also good at noticing openings and weaknesses in his opponents combat styles.
Culinary Expertise - While kidnapped Mikel learned to cook anything for nourishment by T.A.G
Expert Driver/Pilot - Mikel is capable of driving multiple vehicles, such as cars and motorcycles. Mikel was also taught by his father how to fly an airplane.
Expert investigator/Forensics - Mikel could determine much of what transpired in an area with little evidence by searching for information and following clues. He was very precise with forensics, he was able to analyze a crime scene.
Explosives expert - During Mikel's time in Russia with his step father, he was trained by in how to build bombs.
Master interrogator/Torturer - During Mikel's time with the marines, he became an excellent interrogator and torturer; he was capable of inflicting much physical pain into a target without killing them and is even capable of using mind games to worsen the discomfort.
Master of deception/Manipulator - Mikel can be very deceptive, he is skilled at psychological warfare, using his enemies' plans against them all while feigning defeat.
Medical knowledge - Mikel could patch up most injuries on himself or others; such as bullet wounds, knowing much on human anatomy. From T.A.G, Mikel learned pressure point manipulation; he was able to paralyze an individual into a seemingly dead state and undo it.
Meditation - Mikel was skilled in meditation. Employing this skill himself, Mikel could resist advanced brainwashing techniques for an extended period of time.
Multilingual - Mikel was fluent in English, Russian, Mandarin, Spanish, Tibetan, and Arabic. Mikel spoke all these languages at a native level; he made a (temporarily) blinded member believe that he was actually Arabic.
Skilled Engineer/Metalsmith - Mikel had proven himself to be a capable engineer. Learning from his father. His time in kidnapped furthered his constructive skills, as Mikel could create blades, explosives, forge his own arrows, and even design makeshift swords, bows, and arrows using various hotel room items.
Toxicology - Mikel was knowledgeable in several different types of poisons and how to cure them. From his analysis of various residues and such, Mikel has also demonstrated considerable knowledge of chemistry.
Indomitable will/High tolerance for pain/Master survivor - A driven and determined person, Mikel is known to keep fighting to the end. He is quite resistant to pain and drugging, allowing him to continue fighting or even survive near-death situations. After being kidnapped Mikel's tolerance for pain was almost inhuman, he was able to take an arrow through his arm while barely flinching.
Intimidation - During his time as a marine, Mikel developed an intimidating presence, to the point where most people fear him and give up information willingly.
Peak Human Conditioning - Through years of intense and extensive training, special dieting plans, and meditation techniques from Alexander plus training from his kidnappers, Mikel is at the very peak of human potential and perfection. By matching his former mentor R.A.G in combat he has proven that he is far superior to Olympic-level athletes. His strength, speed, agility, reflexes, stamina, durability, endurance, healing, and senses are practically superhuman; near the limits of a super-soldier's inhuman capabilities. He represents the pinnacle of human physical potential/perfection.
Acrobatics/Free-running - Mikel is very maneuverable and graceful, he is able to chase and outrun enemies through several terrains with no wasted effort or time, even scaling buildings and running from rooftop to rooftop with ease. In battle, Mikel was proven very agile and evasive, he was able to fluidly dodge attacks from multiple directions with coordinated flips, twists and sharp turns without losing balance.
Honed senses - Mikel is able to pick up danger before anyone else in his vicinity does, showing noticeably sharp hearing and sight. His acute skills of perception offer aid in otherwise detrimental situations. Mikel was likewise able to anticipate the attack patterns of one of The Elders to successfully strike him and catch the latter's own attack before he was resurrected. Mikel's reflexes and agility could block or catch an incoming arrow (even from behind) and best several foes simultaneously, even striking before armed opponents could fire at him in point-blank range.
Swimming/Free-diving - Having been taught by a former diving instructor, Mikel become an impressive swimmer after only one hour of practice. Mikel can hold his breath underwater for up to 215 seconds.
Background
The 15th of July was the birthday of Mikel Robert Queen. He is the son of Robert Queen and Rebecca Draculin before they married other people. The military recruited him when he was 17 after he had been trained by his stepfather, Alexander Draculin, at the age of 11. In addition to the Iraq War and Afghanistan Mikel fought in three civil wars in Somalia and Kurdistan. When he was taken by unknown assassins, he was a US Marine Sergeant. He disappeared while being attacked by unknown assassins and Taliban, but 7years later he was reunited with his family by four soldiers that found him at a place called Bab Almawt which in English means Death Door.