Michael

Biodata

Feature	Value
Name	Michael Passo (迈克尔) 3
Alias(es)	Dr. Norton; Black Knight; Sky Sword Commander; Bill Walter 14 23 63
Species/Race	Human; transmigrator 2 3
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Passo Technology; founder of S.W.O.R.D.; commander of Sky Sword 3 36 63
Occupation/Role	Engineer, inventor, sorcerer, armored combatant, organizational leader 3 14 70
Status	Active 617
First Appearance	Chapter 2, “Transmigrator” 2

Background

Before transmigrating, Michael was already a gifted mechanical-engineering and electronic-information specialist. Crossing worlds greatly amplified his clarity of thought and speed of learning, giving him the ability to rapidly understand advanced technology without receiving a conventional power system. 3

Around three years before the events of Chapter 2, he arrived at Kamar-Taj and asked the Ancient One to teach him magic. He mastered a basic spell array overnight, then began analyzing spellcasting as data: recording energy fluctuations, plotting curves, and refining spell structures through experimentation. 2

Michael ultimately disagreed with the Ancient One's belief that fate should not be casually altered. He retained knowledge of future disasters and built electronic records of major events, intending to prepare for threats and change the future rather than follow a predetermined timeline. 2 62 70

He founded Passo Technology in New York, expanding it into a major civilian-tech, energy, and weapons company while leaving routine management to his secretary, Elizabeth. He later established S.W.O.R.D., built Sky Sword into a global organization, and used multiple fabricated identities and companies to extend his reach into critical industries. 3 36 70

Appearance

Outside armor, Michael is seen in formal black clothing, including a black suit and tie. In battle, he is most often identified by his armored silhouette and a V-shaped visor. 235 194

• Frequently wears black, black-and-gold, blue-black, or Vibranium-based armor depending on the model. 14 152 194
• His armor commonly conceals his face and uses a mechanically altered voice, helping preserve the Black Knight identity. 63 421
• Maintains a notably controlled, expressionless demeanor that others find difficult to read. 144 473

Personality

Michael is methodical, reserved, and intensely focused on preparation. He considers as many variables as possible, builds contingency plans, and prefers gathering information before committing to a confrontation. 62 90 502

He presents himself as emotionally detached and claims not to be a hero, but repeatedly accepts responsibility when no one else can handle a threat. The Ancient One identifies his concern for others beneath his cold exterior, while Wanda comes to recognize his quiet willingness to protect people without seeking credit. 2 155 120 499

His pragmatism can be ruthless. He killed Otto Octavius when Peter Parker refused to do so, used Jane Foster to force Malekith into exposing the Aether, and launched a solo assault on the Skrull Empire to prevent an invasion of Earth. 46 221 497 502

Michael acknowledges that communication is a personal weakness. His work-first lifestyle leaves little room for ordinary social interaction, though he gradually becomes more open with Wanda, Doom, Elizabeth, and Sherry. 18 361 371

Abilities & Skills

Engineering and Armor Design

Michael is an exceptional engineer specializing in mechanical engineering, electronic information, weapons systems, energy applications, and the integration of technology with magic. 3 98

• Decodes spell sigils into programmable arrays stored in armor computers, allowing rapid casting without hand signs or manual spell construction. 3
• Designs armor pathways that transmit spatial energy and can channel magic into conventional weapons, effectively enchanting them against supernatural targets. 93
• Developed systems to simulate Inhuman powers through Terrigen Crystal energy and armor-based bio-mimetic design. 98
• Solved the incompatibility problem between simulated abilities by creating a deformable internal skeleton; one armor can carry up to three Inhuman abilities simultaneously. 163
• Can rapidly absorb unfamiliar technological knowledge, including Romulan systems obtained through contact with the Godslayer. 549 551

Mystic Arts

Michael was trained at Kamar-Taj and approaches magic as an analyzable, programmable discipline rather than a purely traditional art. 2 3

• Creates portals, defensive shields, binding spells, detection spells, stealth effects, phasing spells, and gravity magic. 14 46 194 590
• Uses magic to reinforce his body, reflexes, and close-quarters fighting ability. 14 97
• Can form magical weapons including swords, axes, shields, and chains. 46 75 115 194
• Employs forbidden and dark magic when necessary, including dark-magic-enhanced pulse cannons. 75 166
• Prolonged use of immense magic and forbidden arts causes mental strain and fatigue, even when he draws power from external dimensions. 421

Martial Arts and Weapon Mastery

Michael is a highly capable close-combat fighter, trained to combine martial technique, magical reinforcement, armor-assisted movement, and predictive targeting. 14 114

• Favors swords, though he is proficient with numerous weapons. 149
• Uses redirection and precise timing to neutralize physically stronger opponents, including Ronan the Accuser. 114
• Employs combat-assistance systems to track joints, analyze movements, and predict opponents' actions. 149 194
• Defeated enhanced soldiers, Inhumans, Dark Dimension cultists, the Curse Warrior, Ymir, and multiple Super Skrulls through superior technique and equipment. 14 84 150 221 230 507

Intelligence Gathering and Cyberwarfare

Michael relies on surveillance, digital infiltration, and preemptive data collection to stay ahead of hostile organizations. 29 43

• Created numerous digital masks and complete false identities, each supported by fabricated records and a distinct appearance. 23 70
• Copied and repurposed a Hydra AI framework to create Sherry, whose hidden connection within Hydra’s network supplied Michael with intelligence for years. 29
• Built the global monitoring system known as the All-Knowing Eye. 262
• Infiltrated the Skrull homeworld undetected before beginning his assault on its fleet. 502

Infinity Stone Usage

Michael develops specialized armor to safely apply Infinity Stone abilities in combat and research. 510 606

• Uses the Space Stone Armor for teleportation and the Blade of Space, which can cut through space and dimensions. 510
• Used the Reality Stone to remove the Mind Stone from Vision without destroying Vision. 606
• Activated the Space, Reality, Time, and Mind Stones simultaneously through Godslayer Infinity. 606
• Later wielded all six Infinity Stones through the Godslayer Infinite Armor, gaining the ability to sense the Web of Destiny and potentially erase or resurrect beings. 617
• The Cosmic Cube wielded by Thanos prevented him from using the Stones at their full capacity. 617

Equipment / Armor Development

Armor / Item	Chapter	Notes
Fifth-generation armor prototype	3	A technology-and-magic suit already superior to Iron Man’s contemporary armor; still required refinement. 3
Black armor	14	Summoned component-by-component through a portal during Garrett and Ward’s assassination attempt. 14
X-06 project	36	Designed as the successor to the White Black Armor X-05; Michael began studying Vibranium for its construction. 36
Vibranium armor	84	Withstood the abilities of multiple Inhumans and supported spatial-magic-enhanced combat. 84
Vibranium/Kree-alloy armor	192	Combined Vibranium with Kree alloy and crystal-energy technology, increasing energy efficiency fivefold and improving shields and particle-force-field coverage. 192
Asgardian Armor	235	Forged using Vibranium, Kree alloy, and Uru gold in Nidavellir’s forge with divine power channeled through the World Tree. 235
Space Stone Armor	509	Nanomaterial armor designed around the Space Stone; enables combat teleportation and spatial weaponry. 509 510
Godslayer X	561	Michael’s reduced, personally understood adaptation of Romulan Godslayer technology; its simulated energy output crashes the Framework system. 561
Godslayer Infinity / Infinite Armor	606	A Godslayer-derived armor built to accommodate all six Infinity Stones. 606 617

• Sherry — Michael’s first AI creation; manages organizations and companies, assists research, supplies combat prediction and analysis, and later gains a physical simulated body. 208 262 522
• Eye of Agamotto — Used with the Time Stone while fighting Dormammu in the Dark Dimension. 166
• Aether / Reality Stone — Acquired after confronting Malekith; Michael later researches its relationship to the Reality Stone. 221 244
• Sky Sword — A powerful energy weapon deployed against enemies including Abomination and Ultron’s Destroyer. 194 283
• Blade of Space — A Space Stone-powered blade capable of cutting opponents together with the space they occupy. 510

Relationships

• Ancient One — Michael’s teacher at Kamar-Taj. They disagreed over fate and interference, but she trusted him with her final request and believed in his compassion. 2 155
• Sherry — His AI assistant and first artificial intelligence creation. She manages his systems, supports him in combat, contributes to his inventions, and is among the few beings he openly values as an individual. 36 208 517 522
• Elizabeth Betty — Michael’s trusted personal secretary and the primary manager of Passo Technology’s daily affairs. He personally selected her and considers her one of the only people he truly trusts. 3 18
• Wanda Maximoff — Initially his trainee in close-quarters magic and combat; they develop increasing trust and eventually a romantic relationship. 97 371 499
• Victor Von Doom — Michael’s student in magic and collaborator in technological research. Their relationship grows into a restrained but genuine friendship and political alliance. 93 98 295 371
• Nick Fury — A cautious ally who learns or strongly suspects Michael’s Black Knight identity. Fury twice offers him the position of Director of S.H.I.E.L.D., which Michael declines. 22 500 519
• Tony Stark — A technological peer and occasional ally. 451 claims Michael may be Howard and Maria Stark’s biological son, but Michael fails to activate the Godslayer and the claim remains unproven. 546 549
• Queen Veranke — Initially an adversary during Michael’s assault on the Skrull Empire; later his negotiating partner in an Earth–Skrull alliance. 502 514
• Dormammu — A hostile Dark Dimension entity whom Michael confronts directly using armor, dark magic, the Seraphim Shield, and the Eye of Agamotto. 166

Story Role / Major Arcs

Kamar-Taj and Early Armored Operations

Michael studies under the Ancient One, develops a scientific approach to spellcasting, and begins building armor designed around the fusion of magic and technology. After years of restraint, he attacks a S.H.I.E.L.D. base, copies classified information, and begins openly acting against threats connected to Hydra. 2 3 4

Hydra Conflict and the Rise of Sky Sword

Using Sherry’s infiltration of Hydra’s network, Michael dismantles remaining Hydra forces, defeats figures such as Garrett and Ward, and establishes S.W.O.R.D. before expanding his broader Sky Sword network. 14 29 34 36

Mentor and Superpower Researcher

Michael recruits and trains superpowered allies, teaches Doom and Wanda, and begins research into reproducing Inhuman abilities through Terrigen Crystal-powered armor systems. 87 93 97 98

Mystical and Cosmic Defender

Michael battles threats including Ronan, Kaecilius, Dormammu, Amora, the Serpent, Malekith, Ymir, and Ultron. His armor evolves with Vibranium, Kree technology, Uru, magic, and increasingly powerful energy systems. 114 149 166 176 221 230 278

Skrull Empire Assault

After discovering Skrull infiltration on Earth, Michael travels alone to the Skrull Empire, destroys a fleet, defeats Super Skrulls, tests the Space Stone Armor against Kly'bn and Sle-gurt, and forces an alliance that ends Skrull espionage on Earth. 499 502 507 510 514

Godslayer and Infinity Stone Era

Michael encounters 451 and the Romulan Godslayer, fails to activate the original armor but gains access to its technological knowledge. He subsequently creates Godslayer X and Godslayer Infinity, reprograms the Supreme Intelligence, and prepares to face Thanos with the Infinity Stones. 549 551 561 598 606

Battle with Thanos

With all six Infinity Stones installed in the Godslayer Infinite Armor, Michael confronts Thanos, whose Cosmic Cube prevents a simple use of absolute Infinity Stone power. 617

Notable Quotes

“I'm just a seeker of knowledge, not some noble hero.” 2

“Because no one else will do it, and no one else can.” 499

Trivia

• Michael does not normally name his equipment or techniques, preferring practical numerical designations; Sherry named his Space Stone attack “Dimensional Slash.” 510
• He can abandon identities when necessary and maintains numerous complete false personas across the world. 23 70 499
• The original Godslayer rejected Michael as its pilot, despite 451’s belief that he was a genetically engineered “perfect human.” 546 549