Robert Ashe (Red Heron)

History
The enigmatic head of the Phoenix Force whose unclear motives drive it's soldiers into the fray. The Red Heron has been called the last of the true patriots.

Origin
Robert Ashe grew up the son of famous American Senator Greylen Ashe who was assinated in his bid for the presidency. Empowered by the patriotism death of his father Robert joined the Armed Forces quickly proved himself to be a leader of men. He fought with numerous companies in the Half War his biggest achievement was capturing single handedly the Polish Stronghold of South Staff. This was the single act that brought the advance of the German's to a halt. Providing the groundwork for the Great Euro Republic. Robert Ashe returned the US a blazend hero and given a home on San Monica Island in an attempt to retire him.

Formation of the Phoenix Force and Illness
Robert however was not ready to retire in comfort and used his immense fortune to create a private army of mercenaries known as the Phoenix Force. The small army operated outside the control of the United States and quickly gained notoriety for it's philandering in international conflicts.

Super Soldier Serum
Using the vast amount of fortune accrued from fighting proxy wars abroad Robert attempted to work with Dr. William Vaus in order to create a super soldier serum that would enhance his own participation in The Force's activities. However the serum unexpectedly crippled him and Robert was forced to resign to his San Monica Island home. Upon learning of completion of a second serum Robert was unwilling to undergo the process again without seeing the results for himself. Robert used his influences to use the Eagle Divison of the US special forces to invade Castle Rock therefore setting in motion his chance to see serum in action. By this design Chris Watters would become chemically enhanced...