Powers and Abilities
Fastback possesses various superspeed powers, similar to those of DC Comics superhero the Flash. However, it is unknown if his powers are derived from the Speed Force (though Fastback was included in a montage of speedsters in Speed Force #1 (November 1997)). Fastback's powers include the ability to make superspeed-generated afterimages of himself and (when retracting his body parts inside his shell) launch himself at foes like a torpedo. His shell is highly resistant to damage, and Fastback will instinctively draw his head and limbs into his shell when endangered (though his small tail will often be left exposed). If necessary, Fastback can remove the shell from his body, and his costume has an inner section that covers his inner body that are usually contained by the shell. It is unknown if the unusual strength of Fastback's shell is a result of his powers or a feature of all turtles native to Earth-C.
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