Former Internal Affairs investigator John 'Crusher' Malone earned his moniker after dismantling three corruption rings within five years. When his own commander was exposed taking cartel money, Malone burned his corrupted badge in a public ceremony and forged a new emblem from bulletproof steel. Now he operates with Captain Ironclad's direct authorization, hunting corrupt cops with monastic dedication.

Badge Crusader's custom-forged steel badge emits low-frequency pulses that disrupt hidden recording devices. His reinforced trench coat stops .45 rounds at point-blank range. Enhanced auditory implants detect lies through vocal micro-tremors. His primary weapon is a telescoping baton forged from melted-down corrupt officers' badges that leaves distinct hexagonal bruising.

Badge Crusader serves as The Regulators' internal purity enforcer, conducting off-the-books investigations into police corruption that can't be handled through official channels. He maintains the faction's integrity by eliminating compromised officers before they damage investigations.