Jeb "Boneyard" Buckner
In the realm of legend, the story of Jeb BoneYard Buckner unfolds as the Deadman Walking.
From a child who faced adversity and hardship from the start, Jeb Buckner rose to become the town's vigilant protector, a legendary figure, a terrifying man who stood against the forces of darkness and defended the innocent at all cost. He was fearfully respected and many were afraid to even speak his name as if he were a curse but a curse to the evil and a blessing to the innocent.
However before becoming a vigilant he was just a young boy left to fend for himself in the forbidden forest near Prairie Junction. Discovered as a 12-year-old near the boneyard, where not even the natives would go, his true origins remained a mystery.
Viewed as a homeless boy with hidden depths, Jeb kept to himself due to his lack of trust in others, a result of his father's passing and his mother abandoning him after becoming a prostitute in a nearby town. From the very beginning, the concept of relationships was unfamiliar to the child who thrived in solitude within the depths of the forest.
However, Jeb was feared yet a respected figure in Prairie Junction when he finally came out from the shadows from beyond the boneyard, but in Prarie Junction he was also known for being a deaf kid because he never spoke a word nor properly communicated with anyone. Jebs acts of kindness such as sweeping and mopping the town's bar and helping with deliveries for the community. His past may have been shrouded in mystery, but his compassionate nature and dedication to helping others, despite his own struggles, were also well-known throughout the town.
While never engaging closely with others, the child matured into a young man who quietly supported the townspeople from the shadows of the night, carefully watching their needs and providing help when the opportunity arose.
Although the town's limited knowledge of him and his quiet nature, Jeb's departure for the boneyard did not go unnoticed. Some of the townspeople, along with the town's Catholic nun, Sister Sheron Marie made efforts to feed him and earn his trust.
And like any small town, rumors and stories about this mysterious child spread, he became known as the one who was both blessed and cursed. And the growing relationship with the nun stood out to all as she gave her best efforts to give him loving solace. Over time, she began to understand his nonverbal language, and their bond deepened.
Character Traits
Jeb BoneYard Buckner, known as The Deadman Walking, was bestowed his powers and strength by the Primals as a response to Curse All's attempts to steal souls. These blessings came in the form of Reversal Magic, which flips the concept and tactics of evil against evildoers. When it's time to deliver judgment for their wrongdoings, fear ensues, utilizing tactics of illusion and psychological manipulation.
Reconstitution & Resurrection - the power to be come back to life after being killed.When Jeb sustains severe injuries, such as being shot, he appears lifeless for a moment, only to rise up like "The Undertaker" from the ground, unleashing an "ungodly" fury upon his adversaries in a relentless display of combat.
Regeneration - His remarkable capacity to heal, regenerate, and endure relentless onslaughts.
With cerebral vision through the eyes of the great hawk, Jeb possesses a unique power that allows him to see beyond the ordinary.
Jeb possesses superhuman strength, speed, and agility. His physical prowess surpasses the ordinary individuals, allowing him to perform feats that seem impossible to others. Coupled with his unmatched endurance, Jeb is a nonstop action tactician, ready to face any challenge head-on.
Jeb possesses unparalleled accuracy and precision, never missing his mark.
Mysterious Teleportation - Jeb possesses the uncanny ability to seamlessly transition from one location to another in the blink of an eye.
Jeb possesses the judgment scepter, ensuring that those he eliminates are either banished to the In-Between, a realm beyond Curse All's control, or they face the ultimate punishment of being confined to the creators' chambers, never to be released.
Jeb wields a gun loaded with endless ammunition, firing bullets infused with potent, magical energy capable of penetrating even the most formidable superhumans and entities.
Terrifying Presence - The mere mention of Jeb's name strikes fear into the hearts of the wicked, leaving some too petrified to even utter a word, for they dread the possibility of his looming presence.
Comic Appearances
The Blessing
That Tragic Night
The death of Sister Sheron Marie
The Night of the Deadman Walking
BoneYard and the Curse of Death
Anointed the Night of with the Scepter of Judgement
The town's Saying About the Deadman Walking
Weaknesses
Jeb's strength is intricately tied to his emotional connection with the people of Prairie Junction, yet this very bond also exposes his vulnerability. His deep love for Sister Sheron Marie and Honey, among others, forms the core of his strength, but it also becomes a weapon used against him by those with nefarious intentions. While he passionately fights to protect and serve his loved ones, his enemies recognize and exploit his emotional attachments, turning his acts of love into vulnerabilities to be exploited. As he navigates his relentless pursuit of vengeance, Jeb finds himself torn between protecting or avenging those he holds dear and the risk making others casualties.
Jeb "Boneyard" Bucker, issue #1
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