At 13, Elvin Haliday was exposed to toxic waste while hiding from a group of bullies. Returning to his grandmother's home, Elvin was nursed back to health. The chemicals caused Elvin to grow in strength and invulnerability until he appeared to be a muscular man in his mid-30s. Encouraged by his grandmother to use his newfound abilities for good, Elvin adopted a costume and name: Rage.
