Wilhelm Eisenhart (VIL-helm EYE-sen-hart)
Tin Man
Wilhelm Friedrich Eisenhart (a.k.a. Tin Man)
League Member Note
Dates Active in League: 1945-1956
Wilhelm Eisenhart, once a pacifist inventor dedicated to improving lives, now stands as a figure of both wrath and resilience, encased in a mechanized suit of unyielding steel. Born in Nuremberg, Wilhelm’s ideals clashed violently with the Nazi regime, leading to his brutal torture and near death. Rising from the ashes of his torment, he rebuilt himself using stolen technology, transforming into the "Tin Man," a ghostly specter of vengeance whispered about in Axis ranks. His mechanized body grants him superhuman strength and resilience, but at the cost of his physical humanity, leaving him a savior trapped within the prison of his own creation. Within The League, Wilhelm’s duality makes him both a powerful ally and a tragic figure. His technological expertise and sheer physical power turn the tide in battles that demand brute force or tactical ingenuity. However, his isolation—both physical and emotional—serves as a constant reminder of the sacrifices he has made. His voice, now a mechanical echo of its former warmth, and his imposing armored frame often set him apart from his comrades, yet his actions reveal the enduring humanity within. Wilhelm’s unwavering commitment to protecting the innocent and dismantling tyranny ensures that his presence in the League is as inspiring as it is formidable. For Wilhelm, the League is more than just a battleground—it is a chance to channel his pain and anger into a force for good. Though his suit isolates him, his spirit remains deeply connected to the cause of justice, and his work with the League gives him purpose beyond vengeance. Wilhelm Eisenhart’s story is one of redemption and resilience, a testament to the power of hope and justice even in the face of unimaginable loss. Through his tireless efforts, he proves that even amidst devastation, the human spirit can rebuild, piece by piece.****END NOTE****
Physical Description
General Physical Condition
More machine than man now, his body is kept alive by his suit, a marvel of engineering that grants him superhuman strength and resilience.
Facial Features
A face that once belonged to a kind and idealistic man is now barely recognizable, hidden behind reinforced plating and the glow of mechanical augmentation. His once-warm hazel eyes are now shadowed by the horrors of war. His voice, too, has changed—where once it was deep and full of emotion, it now carries a hollow, synthetic echo.
Mental characteristics
Personal history
Wilhelm's life took a dark turn when his pacifist principles were met with brutal force by the Nazis. Tortured and left for dead, he rose again, his body augmented by his own engineering genius, dedicated to the destruction of those who had tried to destroy him.
Personality Characteristics
Motivation
To right the wrongs done to him and countless others, and to prove that even in darkness, humanity's light cannot be extinguished.
Likes & Dislikes
Interests include engineering, philosophy, old symphonies, moments of quiet solitude, the feeling of creating rather than destroying. Dislikes the sound of metal against metal (a reminder of his tortured transformation), senseless violence, his reliance on his suit, and the fear that he has lost too much of himself to truly live again.
Virtues & Personality perks
Genius-level intellect, unmatched resilience, a strong moral compass, and an unwavering sense of justice.
Vices & Personality flaws
Struggles with identity and self-worth, emotionally detached, prone to obsessing over his work to avoid confronting his trauma.
Representation & Legacy
Wilhelm Eisenhart embodies the tragic cost of war—the idea that even the best of men can be shattered and rebuilt into something unrecognizable. He is an evolution of the iron-willed war hero, his story echoing the themes of lost humanity seen in figures like Robocop, Darth Vader, and the Phantom of the Opera. His legacy is one of perseverance, the question of whether one can retain their soul even when their body has become something else entirely.
Social
Social Aptitude
A presence both awe-inspiring and intimidating, Wilhelm struggles to relate to those around him, though his words—when he speaks—carry weight. His voice, modulated by his mechanized body, lacks the warmth it once had, and though he is respected and feared in equal measure, he rarely allows himself to form close connections.
Speech
Once gentle and persuasive, now his voice is synthetic, each word a reminder of the pain he endured and the power he now wields.
Species
Realm
Date of Birth
September 9, 1910
Date of Death
March 3, 2000
Life
1910 CE
2000 CE
90 years old
Circumstances of Death
Wilhelm, sustained by his mechanized enhancements, lived to the age of 90. He passed away in a private workshop, working on a final project that he had hoped would inspire peace.
Birthplace
Nuremberg, Germany
Place of Death
Zurich, Switzerland
Children
Sex
Male
Sexuality
Asexual
Eyes
Once warm hazel, now obscured behind the lenses of his mask.
Hair
Charred to nonexistence; his identity is now inextricable from his metal visage.
Skin Tone/Pigmentation
A pallor of ash and metal, with the remnants of his humanity hidden beneath his armor.
Height
6' 2"
Weight
230 lbs
Quotes & Catchphrases
If I only had a heart
Aligned Organization
Character Prototype
A living testament to man's will to survive and fight back, the Tin Man is both a guardian to the innocent and an avenger of the fallen.
