Life is not fair. The minute you enter the world, it wants to kill you. Fast or slow, it makes no difference. No one lives forever. Even cities die. It is because life is not fair that we... all of you... are best served to take as much of it as we can. Take power, strength, wealth, and all that you desire, because you can't take it with you when life is over. 
- — Menace (Russell Tavaroff) src
Russell Tavaroff, also known by his underground name of Menace, is a former friend of Lucas Fox who, through bullying and exposure to the Venom offshoot "Snakebite", became his enemy.
History
Powers and Abilities
Powers
- Snakebite Usage: Russell's superhuman attributes come from utilization of the Venom offshoot "Snakebite".
Abilities
- Bilingualism: Russell speaks at least some French.[1]
- Leadership: While in the Gotham under-city, Russell managed to, through his identity as "Menace", bring together the crime organizations of said under-city under his own power.[2]
Other Characteristics
- Illness: Russell has synesthesia. In his words, he can see sounds, smell colors, or taste feelings. According to him, his voice is red, his singing voice is teal, and when he speaks in French, it tastes like cinnamon.[1]
- Mental Disorder: Through repeated exposure to the "Snakebite" variation of Venom, Russell has become violently insane.
Paraphernalia
Equipment
- Snakebite: A variation on Venom, this drug both gives him his enormous strength and, in large doses, can cause severe brain damage.[3]
Related
- 5 Appearances of Russell Tavaroff (Prime Earth)
- 2 Images featuring Russell Tavaroff (Prime Earth)
- 2 Quotations by or about Russell Tavaroff (Prime Earth)
- Character Gallery: Russell Tavaroff (Prime Earth)
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