Rock Solid - The Earth Shaker

Current Status: Retired Hero – Having stepped away from active hero work, Rock Solid now lives a quieter life in Hamilton, offering mentorship to young heroes, including his grandson, Lucas. Though retired, he remains a respected figure in the hero community, often consulted for his wisdom and experience in earth-based abilities​.

Alias: Rock Solid

Other Aliases: The Earthshaker

Real Name: Ralph Roberts

Age: 68

Home: Hamilton, New Zealand

Birthplace: Dunedin, New Zealand

Gender: Male

Height: 6'4" (193 cm)

Weight: 240 lbs (109 kg)

Build: Massive and muscular, with a rugged physique

Hair: Gray, formerly dark brown

Hair Style: Short, crew-cut style with a rugged, weathered look

Eyes: Dark brown

Ancestry: European New Zealander

Skin: Weathered and tanned

Occupation: Retired Hero, Former Construction Worker

Background

Ralph Roberts, known in his prime as Rock Solid, was one of New Zealand's most reliable and steadfast heroes. His power to manipulate earth and stone allowed him to build, defend, and protect with unparalleled strength and durability. Born in Dunedin, Ralph grew up in a working-class family and worked in construction before his powers manifested in his early twenties. His abilities first appeared during a landslide rescue, where Ralph instinctively moved earth and debris to save people trapped beneath the rubble.

Rock Solid’s career as a hero spanned decades, during which he was known for his incredible durability and power to manipulate rock and stone. He often partnered with infrastructure teams, helping build or reinforce structures while also acting as a hero during natural disasters. Though he has since retired, Ralph’s legacy lives on through his grandson, Lucas (Luke), who inherited some of his earth-manipulation abilities.

Despite being retired, Ralph is still highly respected within the hero community and occasionally provides guidance to young heroes. He lives a quieter life now, but his reputation as the “Earthshaker” remains strong.

Powers/Skills/Abilities/Weaknesses of Note

• Earth Manipulation: Ralph can move, shape, and control all forms of rock, stone, and soil. He can create defensive barriers, hurl boulders, or even generate tremors by manipulating the earth around him.
• Superhuman Durability: Rock Solid’s body is as tough as stone, making him incredibly resistant to physical harm, and allowing him to withstand significant force.
• Construct Creation: He can shape rocks into constructs, such as walls, weapons, or even moving structures.
• Weaknesses: Ralph’s powers are limited when he is in environments with little to no rock or soil, such as in open water or urban areas with limited natural materials. Additionally, while he is highly durable, attacks targeting his joints or nerves can bypass his stone-like resilience.

Personality

Ralph is a no-nonsense, straightforward man with a strong work ethic and deep sense of responsibility. He is practical and grounded, often using his powers to solve problems with brute force or simple solutions. He has a rugged, fatherly demeanor and believes in the value of hard work, which he has instilled in his grandson Lucas. Though he is humble about his past as a hero, he takes pride in having helped shape New Zealand—both literally and figuratively—through his work.

Public Perception

In his prime, Rock Solid was seen as the backbone of New Zealand’s hero community. While others handled flashy battles or political scandals, Ralph was the hero who showed up to stabilize buildings, stop landslides, and protect communities from natural disasters. He is remembered fondly by the public as a steadfast and dependable hero. To many, Ralph represents the working-class hero, someone who used his powers for the good of the people without seeking fame or glory.