The Birds of Prey are typically describes as having "impulse control issues". Merlin is the deep strike specialist in a team of fighters that typically would start shooting right off the launch pad. Of all the team members, Merlin is the least apt to be described as hotheaded, often waiting almost a full hour before he fires his first shot...

Merlin Flew the Cobra Condor for 4 years, and is the very model of the typical Aero Viper. He is strong, slow and able to stand the intense rigors of prolonged flight. Merlin's jetpack has prolonged flight capability that can keep him in the air in excess of 16 hours. His stamina keeps him in the fight longer than anyone else, any he may gain dominance over the airspace by simply outlasting the enemy.

"You guys done already? I'll stay up here and finish them myself!"