Joseph Locklear, alongside his brother Ethan, stands as a pivotal figure in the founding of Project Saber. Unlike his brother, Joseph wasn't born with innate powers, but he possessed an exceptional intellect from a young age. Graduating from MIT ahead of his peers, Joseph embarked on a career as a Navy engineer, eventually becoming a Navy S.E.A.L. Upon leaving the military to launch his own company, Joseph's life took an unexpected turn when his brother Ethan, who had concealed his burgeoning powers, approached him with an audacious proposition. Together, they assumed the mantle of superheroes in Boston, dedicated to cleansing the streets of crime. Their heroic endeavors flourished for a time until the advent of legislation regulating unsanctioned heroism.
When this restrictive law gained Senate approval and enforcement began, Joseph initiated a dialogue with political allies and Pentagon contacts. His vision was to establish specialized super-powered task forces. This endeavor, supported by TEMPLE, saw the birth of Project Saber. The brothers scoured the landscape for the most brilliant and powerful former heroes and individuals with abilities, assembling an elite team.
Joseph's heroic career culminated with his retirement following the Miami Catastrophe. However, his journey took an intriguing twist when TEMPLE approached him to assume the role of Director for their newly sanctioned TEMPLE Intelligence Agency. This was concurrent with TEMPLE's mission to establish Amandla, a nation exclusively for powered individuals, a vision that Joseph played a crucial role in bringing to fruition.
Joseph's narrative weaves a compelling tale of intellect and heroism, grounded in a world where powers and politics intersect. As he assumes a leadership role in TEMPLE's Intelligence Agency, the story opens doors to the complex realm of Amandla and the challenges of uniting a nation of powered people. Readers are sure to be captivated by this intriguing journey.
