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It's tough being a supervillain in these United States. Really, it's not as easy of a gig as most people would imagine. Sure, pulling an impressive crime or two nets you a solid reputation- heck, your goals might even be considerably advanced. But inevitably, you catch the attention of a local superhero. Then comes the usual fight. Maybe you don't always get thrown in prison, but your plans always suffer.

In fact, there seems to be one superhero in particular you just can't help but come into conflict with. You fought them so many times that it's become familiar, almost intimate. You know this hero is your one truest enemy, and the feeling is mutual. There might be respect on both sides, or it might just be white=hot hatred. But you know one thing for certain- the two of you will meet again.

But there's just been an announcement that's going to change the game. The superhero you've been battling for so long is one of thirteen of the nation's top superheroes who are joining together in a team to fight crime nationwide. Superheroes are no longer going to be a local phenomenon. This means serious trouble for you as a supervillain, of course. But you have been invited to hear out the obvious proposition- to join forces with the personal nemesis of each of the new superteam's members. And maybe with the help of other supervillains, you'll finally be rid of that meddling superhero.


Alright, so in case that convoluted intro wasn't clear, this is a supervillain RP open for up to thirteen people. I've drawn up thirteen different superheroes from thirteen different cities, what you'll be doing is picking one off the list and playing as that hero's personal nemesis. Think like the Joker for Batman or Doctor Octopus for Spider-Man. Your villain might be a traditional foil, a complete opposite of the hero in methods or personality. For instance, a cunning manipulator up against someone dependent on brute force, or an idealistic zealot up against someone world-weary and cynical. Or maybe they're someone scarily similar, every bit as tough or strong or fast as the superhero. It's up to you.

If you have any questions, let me know!
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I am intrigued.
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My interest has been nabbed considerably.
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Interested
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Ayyy, interested.

Are you gonna be controlling all those heroes by yourself?
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Ayyy, interested.

Are you gonna be controlling all those heroes by yourself?


Most likely. Might be a bit of work, but that's what being a GM is about.
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Interested. I don't know much about the traditional Marvel/DC heroes I'm afraid, so I might not know who a hero's personal nemesis is, but if we're creating new characters then I should be able to contribute something (I hope).
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It's an original universe, so no prior knowledge is needed. All the superheroes are my personal creations. I only brought up DC and Marvel characters as examples.
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Anyone else think they might like to participate?
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What kind of heros and powers could we be expecting?
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What kind of heros and powers could we be expecting?


Good question. Generally speaking I'm trying to keep the power level a bit lower, as I don't want things to go to ludicrous planet-destroying extremes. Powers come from a variety of sources- magic, superscience, mutation, even mythology. Several heroes on the team don't even have superpowers, just extraordinary discipline and skill.

The heroes will be pretty varied. For instance, the team is led by one of New York City's premier heroines, who has been empowered to fight evil by a Hindu goddess. Her second-in-command is a Miami-based man with no powers who instead relies on high-tech weaponry, careful strategy, and stealth to combat the drug trade in his city. Their abilities and outlooks are very different, and their enemies should differ accordingly.
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