Detente

 is a visionary villain.

Personality
Reasonable and skilled enough to work around Accord's various hangups while still gaining his respect.

Shared his outlook on things, at least ostensibly.

Accord
Mutual respect.

Appearance
Has a pot belly and a mask like Accord.

Abilities and Powers
Thinker of unknown ability and utility.

Background
Detente along with partner Accord led the Clockwork Dogs. Had connections to larger groups.

Story Start
In the four years since he probably disappeared.

Trivia

 * Detente is a french word meaning loosening or relaxation. In international relations this can mean a truce, or at least a reduction in hostilities, that could lead to peace. Fitting into the Clockwork Dogs theme.