The Brewing Storm

The Process of Elimination

2.

I spend hours studying the facts and figures my wonderful brother has provided me with. It's not all useless, some of the information about their abilities will hopefully put me at some sort of advantage when it comes to approaching them;

Steve Rogers! Also known as Capitan America is one of the nicest looking 90 year old men I've ever laid eyes on. He was frozen under the ice for 70 years before they brought him back to life by some miracle. According to this research, the 'Super-Soldier' formula had metabolised all of his body functions, which is how he survives. Obviously, he is one of the best fighters anyone has ever knows, and has extensive knowledge of many kinds of martial arts.

"He's been trying to adapt to his new life for a while now. When you meet him, make sure you tell him to watch The Shawshank Redemption." Eugene adds.

Tony Star was the easiest to take in because he has no superpowers, even though his body was upgraded by some techno-organic virus, although I have no idea what that is, I do need to be aware of is his mind capability. Stark is a genius, and he uses that to his full advantage by making weapons and armour that is far too advanced for a human being to create. However, if I ever needed to hit a nerve, I also know his parents died in a car accident back in 1991.

"He also owns Stark Tower." Eugene informs me "It's basically his own self sustaining building... it ruins the view of New York, in my opinion." 

Clint Francis Barton, he again, possesses no superhuman powers, but is an extremely talented archer. According to the information in front of me, he is a natural athlete, and doesn't pose any kind of threat towards me. Then again, facts and figures don't always tell the truth.

"I've heard that he has the best hand-eye-coordination SHIELD has ever known. If I were you, try testing him out on his gymnastics, I'm sure you'll surprise him."

Dr. Bruce Banner is a genius in nuclear physics, possessing a mind so brilliant that it cannot be measured on any known intelligence test, and can't even be compared to Tony Stark's. Apparently, whenever Banner transforms into the Hulk, his mind is still buried deep in there which can influence the Hulk's actions to a minimal extent. Whether talking to him as though he's Bruce works, if something I really don't want to find out.

"Banner tried to recreate the serum they used on the icicle. Mainly because he was the worlds first superhero... apparently. Please, for the love of God, don't make him angry."

Now, for someone who will be a threat is the one they call Natasha Romanoff, at least, that's what they call her at the moment. She is an expert spy, athlete, and most importantly, one of the top assassins in the world. She was trained at a young age in something they can 'The Red Room', although I'm still unsure as to what that is. She was a threat to everyone, SHIELD, the Government, America, Russia. She never stayed on the same side, yet she was recruited by SHIELD anyway. I guess that's something I'll have to look into.

"Finished?" Eugene questions as I drop the last file onto the table, running my fingers through my hair.

"I've read over these-" I glare at him, moving the sheets of paper away from my face. "-for the past two hours." He nods his head cautiously. "So yes, I've finished."

"Excellent!" He claps his hands together, gathering the files and shoving them back into a box. "I think it's time for dinner."

"You've only just decided that now?"

"Well, two hours ago, but I didn't want to interrupt."

"One of these days, Eugene, I swear I will kill you for standing in the way of me and my food."