Beyond Velocity #1

🌌 Ten Universes of Alexander Carter

Universe 3125: The Gadgetless Genius

Alexander never completes the March-1 suit. Instead, he relies on improvised gadgets: spring-loaded boots, makeshift turbines, and kinetic gauntlets. He can reach supersonic bursts but with less control. Damian still gains powers in the lab, and their first clash ends in chaos. Without the suit’s stabilization, Alexander narrowly escapes serious injury. Austin becomes the stage for street-level speed battles, where Alexander improvises constantly. The legend spreads as “The Flash Kid,” a genius who can outrun bullets, though slower than fully armored Mach-1.

Universe 3230: Damian Wins

Damian’s raw kinetic powers are untamed and unstable but lethal. In their first confrontation on the Colorado River Bridge, Alexander miscalculates, and Damian lands a devastating strike, fracturing Mach-1’s turbines. Alexander barely survives; Damian disappears into the night. This universe explores Alexander’s recovery, training harder, redesigning Mach-2, and vowing revenge. Damian becomes a recurring threat—sometimes a villain, sometimes a chaotic force of nature, his speed unmatched. Austin now fears the red blur, while Mach-1 silently rebuilds.

Universe 3345: The Rival Team-Up

After the initial fight, Alexander and Damian realize a cosmic threat is coming: a high-speed energy anomaly destroying cities. Reluctantly, they team up. Alexander’s engineered precision complements Damian’s raw instinct. Together, they race across the country, containing disasters and stopping rampaging kinetic energy creatures. In this universe, Mach-1 and Damian evolve from rivals to uneasy allies, forming the first step toward a speedster Sentinel division. Their personalities clash, but the combination of engineering and raw power saves lives.

Universe 3450: The Villainous Mach-1

Alexander, consumed by ego, modifies March-1 beyond safe limits. He surpasses Mach 2 effortlessly but loses empathy. Damian emerges not as a villain but as the city’s defender. Alexander, faster than anyone, begins taking what he wants—tech, control, prestige—using his speed to dominate. Austin becomes a testing ground for destructive, high-speed duels. Hari watches silently, realizing that genius and unchecked power can create a dangerous new speedster villain. This universe flips Alexander into a dark mirror of himself.

Universe 3567: The Mentor Appears Early

Hari intervenes before Alexander builds the suit. He teaches him kinetic control, energy management, and mental focus. Alexander forges a suit incorporating Oscide-alloy turbines safely on the first attempt. His first encounter with Damian is controlled, strategic, and ends in a decisive but non-lethal victory. This timeline emphasizes careful training and mentorship over raw experimentation. Mach-1 becomes a disciplined hero, faster, smarter, and more respected by the city from the start.

Universe 3678: The Speed Experiment Gone Wrong

During the first run at the airstrip, March-1 malfunctions violently. Alexander’s turbines explode mid-flight, and he crashes, critically injuring himself. Damian’s powers manifest slightly differently, becoming unstable and spreading kinetic energy surges across Austin. Both teenagers’ paths diverge: Alexander is now cautious and rebuilds Mach-1 incrementally, while Damian becomes unpredictable, sparking citywide panic. This universe explores trial, error, and learning from failure.

Universe 3789: Civilian Hero

Alexander decides not to suit up fully; instead, he develops gadgets to subtly aid civilians: kinetic damping pads, speed-assisted lifts, and quick rescue tools. He rarely fights Damian directly, who becomes an uncontrolled nuisance. Alexander’s heroics are small-scale but highly effective, saving people quietly, preventing disasters without flashy battles. Mach-1 becomes an urban legend, the “Invisible Speedster,” recognized only by those whose lives he touches.

Universe 3892: Damian’s Redemption

After initial clashes, Damian realizes the harm his powers can cause. Alexander guides him to stabilize his kinetic abilities. The two form a speedster duo, teaching Austin safety and defending the city from rogue speed anomalies. Damian no longer acts as a villain; instead, he complements Mach-1’s precision with instinctive, high-speed maneuvers. Together, they train young prodigies, laying the foundation for a future generation of Sentinel speedsters.

Universe 4001: The Ultimate Speed Rivalry

Alexander and Damian push each other to the limit. Both wear upgraded suits; March-1 and Damian’s natural kinetic field amplify each other’s power in alternating bursts. Their battles obliterate infrastructure but test the boundaries of physics. Neither wins outright; the rivalry becomes eternal, shaping both into better speedsters. Austin survives by luck, relying on evacuations and clever city design. This universe is a high-octane, perpetual race—hero versus villain locked in motion.

Universe 4115: Solo Speed Master

Damian never manifests powers in this timeline. Alexander’s March-1 evolves unchecked: reinforced turbines, Oscide alloy upgrades, and AI-assisted precision allow him to reach Mach 3 safely. He becomes Austin’s uncontested speed guardian. Civilian life flourishes under Mach-1’s watch, and Alexander’s genius inspires other inventors. In this universe, Alexander grows into a solitary legend—a combination of brilliance, discipline, and speed, unmatched and unchallenged.

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