Batman Beyond: Ascension

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Unable to obtain enough artificial skin to maintain his charade, Powers plans to resign and put his son Paxton up as his proxy. But Paxton has has his eyes on something more, having learned from his father that power is never given - only taken. Read full recap »

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Writers:: Robert Goodman

Director:: Yukio Suzuki

Stars:: Lauren Tom (Dana Tan); Will Friedle (Terry McGinnis / Batman); Stockard Channing (Commissioner Barbara Gordon (1999-2000)); Kevin Conroy (Bruce Wayne)

Recurring Role:: Sherman Howard (Derek Powers/Blight)

Guest Star:: Javier Grajeda (Guard); John Rubinow (Virtual News Anchor); Tress MacNeille (Miss Winston); Miguel Sandoval (Mendez); Cary Elwes (Paxton Powers)

Trivia: It seems that Powers' assistant had an association with him beyond professional. She visited Powers to give him food while he hid in the submarine and appeared visibly sympathetic about his condition. Wayne also hinted Terry to follow her saying he's been able to read people since before Terry was born; revealing that he knew about the assistant's affair or infatuation with Powers. edit »

First appearance of Paxton Powers. edit »
Final appearance of Derek Powers. edit »
Paxton Powers is voiced by Cary Elwes from The Princess Bride. Once again, his character works with a man searching for his father's killer. ("Hello. My name is Terry McGinnis. You killed my father. Prepare to die.") edit »
The Bat-Signal is used for the first and only time in the series. edit »

Terry: Hey, this guy had my father murdered and all he's done since is hide from the law. Well, no more hiding for Mr. Derek Powers. Now everyone can see what he is. Even in the dark. edit »
(Batman destroys the Bat-signal)
Batman: Next time, use e-mail. edit »
Blight: Why do you persist in tormenting me? All I want is to be left alone!
Batman: Can't let you run around like this. We've got rules about radioactive waste. edit »
(Blight slams his fists)
Blight: If we stick to proper channels of procurement, how long will the materials last?
Doctor: Two weeks, maybe less. You're burning through the skin too fast. And, if I may, Mr. Powers. It's not just the radiation. Your temper is out of control.
Blight: (shrieking) I know, Doctor!!! (calmly) I know. I'm tired of this. I can't maintain this charade any longer. It's time I made new arrangements. edit »
Derek: Who are you?
Terry: Do you really want to know?
Derek: Yes!
Terry: You killed my father.
Derek: Do you have the slightest idea how little that narrows it down? edit »

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tramlaw301
member since: Jul 15, 2006
Ascension
The Bottom Line: "Exciting"
In this episode Blight/Derek Powers is unable to contain his rage or his human form. He is set up and provoked by protestors so that he can show his true "colors". It's up to Terry/Batman to stop him without going too far. ...Continue »
08/28/06 03:33pm | report abuse
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dregj
member since: Jan 2, 2006
Ascension
The Bottom Line: "Series finale"
the powers family need lots of therapy ...Continue »
06/07/06 08:07am | report abuse
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saiyanman5215
member since: Apr 20, 2005
Ascension
The Bottom Line: "Pivotal"
Unable to find a solution or permanent skin replacements for mutated body, Derek Powers steps down and enlists his son, Paxton to run the company, but not before his secret is revealed. ...Continue »
07/25/05 10:36am | report abuse