Anya Rodas, alias Penumbra, embodies the paradox of a villain with a code of ethics. Her exceptional abilities place her at the pinnacle of thievery on a global scale. With the "Speed of Dark," she pilfers vast sums of money, rare and priceless jewels, invaluable artwork, and other irreplaceable artifacts, all destined for the black market. While Anya refrains from causing fatalities during her capers, she's not one to shy away from a confrontation should anyone dare to obstruct her path.
Originally hailing from the Dominican Republic, Anya led a conventional life as a caring older sister, looking out for her parents and her younger sibling. Simultaneously, she pursued her passion for track and field in high school, harboring dreams of one day representing her country at the Olympics. However, fate intervened dramatically. An unforeseen accident altered the course of her life, granting her and her sister superhuman speed. In the aftermath, Anya turned to thievery as a means to support her family, settling bills and putting food on their table. The same incident led to her father's abrupt job loss, a role with Thaybien Pharmaceuticals, the very company responsible for the accident.
Her younger sister, Yanez, attempted to dissuade her from this criminal path out of fear for her sister's imprisonment. But, as before their newfound powers, Yanez couldn't hope to match Anya's incredible speed. The origin of this extraordinary speed lies in the "Impetus Helix," derived from microscopic life forms in a pocket dimension. These helices awaken specific abilities in those affected, each unique and powerful. Anya's remarkable gift is the "Speed of Dark," while her sister Yanez (as seen in TEMPLE High) possesses the "Speed of Light." Additional documented speeds include Sound, Thought, Sight, Time, Diffusion, and Quantum.
Explore the intricate interplay of ethics and criminality in Penumbra's world in this enthralling comic series that beckons readers to delve into the complex realm of extraordinary abilities and moral ambiguity.
