Carl Ridgerton ⎗ ✓ 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58CONFIDENTIAL CONFIDENTIAL CONFIDENTIAL PRT THREAT ASSESSMENT Code Name: N/A Civilian Identity: Carl Ridgerton, CEO of Clover Industries Affiliation: Independent (Rogue) Power Classification: - Thinker 12+ Abilities: - Extreme probability manipulation Assessment: Carl Ridgerton is a parahuman with the apparent ability to manipulate probability on a massive scale. His power allows him to achieve seemingly impossible feats across various fields, from scientific breakthroughs to personal safety. The extent and limitations of this ability are currently unknown. Strengths: - Practical invulnerability through improbable circumstance - Unparalleled success in any endeavor - Impossibility in predicting or countering his actions Weaknesses: - Appears to have limited conscious control over his power - Possible conflict with power's drive for action/conflict Engagement Protocols: 1. DO NOT ENGAGE under any circumstances. 2. Maintain utmost secrecy regarding his parahuman status. 3. Covert observation only, with minimal personnel involvement. 4. Any necessary interaction to be conducted through mundane channels only. 5. Immediate disengagement if Ridgerton shows any sign of distress or danger. 6. In case of imminent threat to Ridgerton, evacuate surrounding area immediately. History: Carl Ridgerton is a highly successful businessman and public figure, winning multiple Nobel Prizes and gaining significant popular support. Date and details of trigger event unknown. Despite his success, Ridgerton appears to experience significant psychological distress, possibly relating to his power. Abilities first detected by WEDGDG ("Watchdog") following abnormal stock market patterns. All attempts to contact or apprehend Ridgerton have failed for seemingly arbitrary reasons. Notes: - Ridgerton's power may extend beyond himself, affecting those around him. - The full extent of his "luck" manipulation is unknown and potentially limitless. Recommended Approach: Absolutely no direct intervention. Maintain covert observation and be prepared for large-scale, improbable events in his vicinity. Priority on understanding the nature and limits of his ability. Under no circumstances should Ridgerton be made aware of PRT knowledge of his status. Director's Note: Considering the potential scale of what we're dealing with, the fact that all he's doing is minor economic disruption should be considered a win here. Monitor as necessary and do not engage. (Back)