Dr. Algernon "Algy" Finch, The Equationist

Desired Traits: Brilliant but socially inept scientist, obsessive, megalomaniacal, deeply resentful of perceived academic injustice, prone to manic episodes, possesses a theatrical flair.

Superpowers: None in the traditional sense. Algy's power stems from his mastery of manipulating scientific principles to create chaotic and unpredictable effects, fueled by his SRMD-induced delusion of scientific infallibility. He's a master strategist and tactician, able to exploit weaknesses in systems and leverage unexpected scientific phenomena to achieve his goals. His "power" is essentially his intellect, amplified and distorted by the memetic disorder.

Backstory Elements: Dr. Algernon Finch was a promising theoretical physicist whose groundbreaking work on quantum entanglement was dismissed by the scientific community as "unrealistic" and "mathematically unsound." This rejection, coupled with the exposure to fringe science literature online (specifically a blog titled "The Unseen Equations"), triggered his SRMD infection. Driven by a burning need to prove his peers wrong, he abandoned his academic career and retreated to a hidden laboratory beneath Gotham's sewers, where he began his descent into madness. His obsession with proving his "Equation of Universal Harmony" – a theory that, if true, would grant him control over reality itself – consumes him.

Additional Details:

• Modus Operandi: Algy's crimes are elaborate schemes designed to both prove his theory and inflict chaos upon Gotham. He uses his scientific knowledge to create bizarre and unpredictable weapons and devices, often involving unstable isotopes, manipulated electromagnetic fields, and bizarre applications of quantum mechanics. His attacks are less about direct physical harm and more about demonstrating the validity of his "Equation," often involving elaborate public displays of his "scientific breakthroughs."

• Appearance: Algy is a gaunt, disheveled figure with wild, unkempt hair and perpetually bloodshot eyes. He often wears a stained lab coat adorned with cryptic equations and diagrams. He carries a battered briefcase containing his research notes and various experimental devices.

• Motivation: To prove the validity of his "Equation of Universal Harmony" and to exact revenge on the scientific community that rejected him. He believes that by demonstrating the power of his theory, he will not only achieve scientific recognition but also reshape reality according to his twisted vision.

• Weaknesses: Algy's reliance on complex scientific principles makes him vulnerable to countermeasures from equally brilliant minds. His manic episodes and obsessive focus can also lead to overconfidence and strategic errors. His emotional instability makes him susceptible to manipulation by those who understand his motivations. He also has a profound lack of social skills and empathy, hindering his ability to form alliances or manipulate others effectively beyond his scientific schemes.

• Gotham Connections: Algy has established a network of contacts within Gotham's underworld, utilizing them to acquire rare materials and equipment for his experiments. He is aware of Batman's activities and views him as a mere obstacle to his grand design. He sees Batman's methods as "unscientific" and "inefficient," further fueling his disdain for those who don't adhere to his rigid scientific worldview. His experiments often unintentionally create collateral damage, attracting the attention of both the GCPD and Batman.