GreenGrenade

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

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B R O O K L Y N V I S I O N S A C A D E M Y
0 2 : 2 4 P M

“Okay, class. Now I want to talk about a certain someone – no, a certain someones – who’ve made a much more recent mark in our world’s history. Can anyone tell me who those may be?”

Miles stifled the yawn that threatened to escape his mouth and tore his attention from the ceiling, glancing to his right where his best friend sat. Ganke returned his gaze, eyebrows perking upwards as he scratched his cheek. Miles shrugged, nodding towards Ms. Stewart, who watched the class with keen, expectant eyes.

“Anyone?” she prompted.

“The president?” someone tried from the back of the room, voice tinged with uncertainty.

“Yes,” said Ms Stewart, “President Kelly is definitely one of those people. If not for him and the Kelly Act, the world would be a very different place. But I’m thinking of others. People that are… larger than life, if you will.”

“Superman?”

“Yes! Good. Anyone else?”

“The Flash?”

“Yes.”

“What about Captain Marvel?”

“Yes, Captain Marvel. That’s right.”

“The Spider-Men?”

Miles straightened up in his seat. He tried to hide his surprise as best he could, with little avail. He didn’t know whether he should be anxious or excited at would be said next. He could never be sure what people thought about him; about the Spider-Men. It was always a mixed bag. Some sided with the Daily Bugle, absorbing and spewing its words as if they were gospel (SPIDER-MENACES! NEW SPIDER-MAN AIDS THE KANGAROO IN ROBBERY!), while others said they were heroes, just doing what they could to help out. Either way, Miles found it difficult not to take what people said to heart, and so he listened with a cautious interest, honing in on a dent in his desk in the case his attention would be needed elsewhere.

“Okay, good. Superman, the Flash, Captain Marvel and the Spider-Men. Can anyone tell me what they all have common?”

“They’re all awesome?” asked Ganke.

“Ha. Maybe so, Ganke, but this isn’t the Superhero Fan Club. Come on. Anyone?”

Ganke slouched in his chair, grumbling under his breath.

“They all have powers?”

“Yes! Very good, Lana. They all have powers. People like them have been called different names over the years. Charles Xavier called them mutants. Some call them metahumans. Posthumans. Others, of the more… opinionated type, call them aberrations. Unnatural. Monsters. And then there’s those like Superman, and Wonder Woman, and Captain Marvel, who use their powers to take the law into their own hands. What would you call them?”

“Vigilantes?”

“Criminals?”

“Heroes.”

“Good. Good. Heroes, vigilantes, criminals. All very valid titles, I would say. Wouldn’t you?” The class gave a chorus of nods and yesses. “Okay. Now, for your assignment, I’m going to split you into groups of six. Three of you will be pro-superheroes, three of you anti. In two weeks’ time we’ll be holding a debate, one group on each day. I’ll be choosing the groups. Did everyone get that?”

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“Dude.”

“Yeah, Ganke?”

They were in the cafeteria, sitting at a table near the back. Miles and Ganke chewed away at their food as students milled about the building, their individual chatter forming a wall of never-ending gossip and hearsay that breezed all around them like a pleasant smell.

Ganke was a great friend – the greatest. When Miles got bitten by the spider, he’d been a rock for him, an anchor to keep him grounded. It was he that helped Miles come to terms with powers, and it was he that supported him when his uncle threatened to turn his whole world on its head. Despite his outward immaturity, Ganke was one of the most rational people he knew. He was invaluable.

“Think about this assignment for a second. We could totally ace it.”

“And how do you plan on doing that?”

“We’re in the same group. We’re both on the pro-side. And you’re an actual, honest-to-god superhero. We’re winning team material.”

Miles scoffed. “Oh, yeah, right. Because I can just say, “As a superhero, I find your claims to be stupid, and quite frankly, offensive.””

“That’s not what I mean.”

“Then what do you mean?”

“I mean, that… Hey, what did you say Spider-Man told you that one time on that roof?”

“With great power comes great responsibility.”

“Miles. Don’t you see? That’s the greatest bomb you could ever drop on those anti-superheroes.”

“That’s… a really bad analogy, Ganke.”

Ganke paused, then winced. “Ooh, yeah, I see it now.”

“Anyway,” said Miles, finishing the last of his food, “I’m gonna see if I can squeeze in some patrol time. Cover for me if I’m late for class?”

“You know I’ve got your back, brother,” he assured, winking.

At that, Miles returned his tray and left, exiting the cafeteria at a half-jog. In less than a minute he was out of the school grounds, overlooking the streets of Brooklyn in a black and red suit.

Now think, he thought, Where would Spider-Man go?

As if reading his mind, three police cruisers sped past, sirens shrill as they flashed. Huh. Well, that's convenient.

He pulled on his mask, and without another thought, leapt into the air.

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

Just wanted to put this here before I have to go. In stealing Gowi and Bounce’s formatting, I present to you the synopsis for Miles’ upcoming first arc. I should also take this moment to mention that I’ve aged Miles up a year, so he’s turning fifteen now instead of fourteen.

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M I L E S M O R A L E S : S P I D E R – M A N

I N T H E D E E P E N D

Following the battle with his uncle, Miles spends his days trying to juggle his normal life with his newfound responsibility as Spider-Man. After interrupting a drug trade, he bites off more than he can chew when he’s thrusted into the middle of a shadow war for the boroughs of Brooklyn and Dakota.

• It goes without saying that this is open to anyone who wants to get involved. If I do this right, there’ll be quite a few opportunities to bring your characters into the fray.

• As with many of my arcs for these games, this is inspired in part by a song, that being “Deep End” by Ruelle. I’m also taking inspiration from Miles’ first run in Ultimate Comics: Spider-Man, but I think that goes without saying.

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In terms of the JLA roster, I think Zatanna would be a nice addition. It really could do with a magic user.

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

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| IDENTITY: |

• Miles Morales
• Spider-Man (II)

| ALIGNMENT: |

Neutral Good

| AFFILIATION: |

TBD

| HISTORY: |

Jefferson Davis met Rio Morales at his physical therapist’s office in the great borough of Brooklyn, New York. Now, you can call it whatever you want – sappy, stupid, cliché – but the fact of the matter is, it was love at first sight. The moment he laid eyes on her, he knew that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. And so, after much time spent debating whether or not it was a good idea, Jefferson came to the conclusion that he should ask her out on a date. And so he did.

The first date became the second. The second became the third. The third, the fourth. Before they knew it, they’d moved in together. After two months of knowing each other, they got married.

Talk about moving fast.

On the 3rd of August, 2001, they were given the greatest gift they could ever imagine: their son, Miles. Living in a small apartment in the sunny side of Brooklyn, Jefferson and Rio watched as their little boy grew into the slightly bigger boy they always wanted him to be. He was smart, thoughtful, resourceful; every bit his parents’ son. There was no way they could love him any more than they already did. But despite all his great qualities, they were saddened to see him struggle with other kids. To them, he was nothing more than a geek. But lucky for him, there was another boy that happened to be ten times the nerdzoid he was: Ganke Lee, legophile and proud. They soon became inseparable, and Jefferson and Rio couldn’t be happier.

The years sped by, and the family of three soon found themselves in a state of anxiety like no other. Miles, now aged thirteen, had applied for one of New York’s finest charter schools, Brooklyn Visions Academy, and the day had arrived where he would find out if he’d been accepted. After sitting through a nerve-wracking admittance ceremony, he was relieved to find out that he was.

After celebrating with his parents at a nice little restaurant, Miles rushed over to his Uncle Aaron’s to give him the good news. Unbeknownst to him, a spider there awaited him, one that would change his life forever.

It bit him, and Miles, having fainted, then come to, then fainted again, was forevermore banned from visiting his uncle at the behest of his father.

Over the following two months, the young man discovered and then tested some nifty powers he’d gained courtesy of the spider, sharing the knowledge of his newfound gifts with Ganke. Ganke, as hyped as one could be, told Miles that he should become Spider-Man’s sidekick. Miles, being opposed to the idea, told Ganke that he should go stick it where ideas don’t stick. Months passed, and Miles was able to control the urge to use his powers – but eventually, all things must come to an end.

Walking along the streets of Brooklyn, he bore witness to a building in flames, the screams of its inhabitants shrill and urgent. The fire department was on its way, but the fire was getting worse and worse in their absence. He didn’t have a choice. Hoodie up, he leapt into the inferno, carrying the family that was stuck in there to safety, one by one. As the firemen arrived Miles left, using his powers to appear intangible as he crawled up to the rooftops, where he would remain unseen. Little did he know that keener eyes saw inconsistencies in the light, and through further concentration were able to make out his form in the daylight. And so Spider-Man followed him, having observed his heroics, seeking to have words with the now fourteen year-old.

After getting over the stutter initiated by seeing his idol in the flesh, Miles heard Spider-Man out, who hoped to convince him to continue using his powers for good. Before he left, the web-slinger imparted a saying to Miles that would stay with him forever:

“With great power comes great responsibility.”

Encourage by these words, Miles went back to his dorm with new vigour. Sewing together a costume with Ganke’s help, he took to the streets as New York’s second Spider-Man, hampered by a lack of webs but nonetheless making do.

A few weeks in to his new career, Miles ran into his first real problem as a superhero – and it came in the shape of his uncle, Aaron. Aaron explained how he was a criminal, and how it was him that stole the spider that bit Miles. More than that, however – he knew that Miles was the new Spider-Man. As Miles tried to recover from that shock, he went on to explain that he owed money to some very bad people, and that they wanted him, for lack of a better word, dead. He then gave Miles an ultimatum: help his dear old uncle get rid of the competition, or let Aaron tell his father, a deadset anti-superhero, that his son was the very thing he hates.

Given a day to mull things over, he let Ganke know of his dilemma, desperate for guidance. At midnight, he made his decision.

He refused his uncle’s offer, rain falling around them as they stood on a rooftop. Needless to say, Aaron didn’t take it very kindly. Wearing a suit made by the Tinkerer, he attacked Miles, their fight quickly spinning out of control as it spilled onto the street. Miles, determined to bring his uncle to justice, slowly gained the upper hand – but in a last ditch effort to escape, Aaron set off an explosion to escape, disappearing without a trace. He hasn’t been seen since.

It’s been a few months since then, and the superhero life is treating Miles well – at least, as well as it can treat a fourteen year-old. Nothing but the future knows what it holds for him. Here’s hoping that it’s bright.

| SUPPORTING CAST: |

Superhero Associates

??? / Spider-Man – The webbed wonder of New York, Miles has held Spider-Man in an idolised light ever since his debut. When Miles used his powers to save a family from a burning building, it was Spider-Man that recognised their similar abilities, and convinced Miles to continue using his powers for good.

Lana Baumgartner / Bombshell – A fellow student at Brooklyn Visions Academy with a penchant for swearing, Lana moonlights as the teenage mutant hero, Bombshell. First meeting in costume, Miles immediately recognised her at Brooklyn Visions, immediately trying to strike up a friendship with her. She is the closest thing he has to a friend within the superhero community.

Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel – Inspired by her idol, Captain Marvel, Kamala uses her powers to protect Jersey City. Her and Miles have teamed up in the past to stop the villain, the Inventor.¹

Kate Bishop / Hawkeye – Another attendee of Brooklyn Visions Academy, Kate is secretly partners with the original Hawkeye, Clint Barton. They are currently unaware of each other’s costumed activities.¹

Virgil Hawkins / Static Shock – Resident hero of the New York borough, Dakota, Virgil Hawkins was caught in the chaos that was known as the “Big Bang”, giving him the powers of electrokinesis. He and Miles have crossed paths in the past, going as far as partnering up to foil a robbery.¹

Friends and Allies

Jefferson Davis – Formerly of the NYPD, Jefferson is Miles’ father. He is strongly against vigilante activity of any kind, mutant or not.

Rio Morales – Miles’ mother, Rio is unlike Jefferson in the fact that she wholeheartedly believes in superheroes and what they stand for.

Ganke Lee – Miles’ roommate and best friend, Miles has known Ganke since primary school. He is the only person Miles has willingly shared his identity with.

Judge – Miles’ roommate and friend.

Enemies & Rivals

Aaron Davis / Prowler – Miles’ uncle, Aaron is the bridge over which Miles’ powers found their way to him. Moonlighting as a career criminal, he makes his money as the burglar known as Prowler; a choice of life that has left his brother, Jefferson, bitter. After stealing the spider that gave Miles his abilities, he saw his nephew as indebted to him; in his eyes, Miles owes him everything. An attempt at blackmailing Miles led to a rooftop battle against him, which ended in Aaron’s retreat.

Arthur Light / Doctor Light – A deranged criminal with photokinesis, Dr. Light is the persistent foe of a number of heroes.¹

Marcus Lyman / Massacre – Caught in an attack that killed his wife and embedded shrapnel in his brain, Lyman lost the ability to feel human connection. With a new lease on life, he began taking on jobs as a mercenary – but not before targeting the man responsible for his misfortune.

_{¹Pending approval from prospective players.
Enemies list subject to growth and change.}

| DIFFERENCE FROM SOURCE MATERIAL: |

The only real difference from the source material here is the fact that Peter Parker isn’t dead. Instead, he serves as Miles’ idol, his guide in superheroics, and, eventually, his mentor. There are other minor differences, like the fact that Miles’ uncle didn’t die in their fight, but believe me when I say that they’ve been made for a purpose. Other than that, this is the Miles as seen in the comics (both Ultimate and his recent 616 run), who I hope will be able to make as much of a mark on this world as Eddie’s Peter.

| REFERENCES: |

_{#1: Green Arrow: Hawke, part one.
#2: Green Arrow: Hawke, part two.
#3: Green Arrow: Hawke, part three.
#4: The Flash... cooks some breakfast?}

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

Oh, hey guys.

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| IDENTITY: |

• Miles Morales
• Spider-Man (II)

| ALIGNMENT: |

Neutral Good

| AFFILIATION: |

TBD

| HISTORY: |

Jefferson Davis met Rio Morales at his physical therapist’s office in the great borough of Brooklyn, New York. Now, you can call it whatever you want – sappy, stupid, cliché – but the fact of the matter is, it was love at first sight. The moment he laid eyes on her, he knew that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. And so, after much time spent debating whether or not it was a good idea, Jefferson came to the conclusion that he should ask her out on a date. And so he did.

The first date became the second. The second became the third. The third, the fourth. Before they knew it, they’d moved in together. After two months of knowing each other, they got married.

Talk about moving fast.

On the 3rd of August, 2002, they were given the greatest gift they could ever imagine: their son, Miles. Living in a small apartment in the sunny side of Brooklyn, Jefferson and Rio watched as their little boy grew into the slightly bigger boy they always wanted him to be. He was smart, thoughtful, resourceful; every bit his parents’ son. There was no way they could love him any more than they already did. But despite all his great qualities, they were saddened to see him struggle with other kids. To them, he was nothing more than a geek. But lucky for him, there was another boy that happened to be ten times the nerdzoid he was: Ganke Lee, legophile and proud. They soon became inseparable, and Jefferson and Rio couldn’t be happier.

The years sped by, and the family of three soon found themselves in a state of anxiety like no other. Miles, now aged thirteen, had applied for one of New York’s finest charter schools, Hawthorne Academy, and the day had arrived where he would find out if he’d been accepted. After sitting through a nerve-wracking admittance ceremony, he was relieved to find out that he was.

After celebrating with his parents at a nice little restaurant, Miles rushed over to his Uncle Aaron’s to give him the good news. Unbeknownst to him, a spider there awaited him, one that would change his life forever.

It bit him, and Miles, having fainted, then come to, then fainted again, was forevermore banned from visiting his uncle at the behest of his father.

Over the following two months, the young man discovered and then tested some nifty powers he’d gained courtesy of the spider, sharing the knowledge of his newfound gifts with Ganke. Ganke, as hyped as one could be, told Miles that he should become Spider-Man’s sidekick. Miles, being opposed to the idea, told Ganke that he should go stick it where ideas don’t stick. Months passed, and Miles was able to control the urge to use his powers – but eventually, all things must come to an end.

Walking along the streets of Brooklyn, he bore witness to a building in flames, the screams of its inhabitants shrill and urgent. The fire department was on its way, but the fire was getting worse and worse in their absence. He didn’t have a choice. Hoodie up, he leapt into the inferno, carrying the family that was stuck in there to safety, one by one. As the firemen arrived Miles left, using his powers to appear intangible as he crawled up to the rooftops, where he would remain unseen. Little did he know that keener eyes saw inconsistencies in the light, and through further concentration were able to make out his form in the daylight. And so Spider-Man followed him, having observed his heroics, seeking to have words with the now fourteen year-old.

After getting over the stutter initiated by seeing his idol in the flesh, Miles heard Spider-Man out, who hoped to convince him to continue using his powers for good. Before he left, the web-slinger imparted a saying to Miles that would stay with him forever:

“With great power comes great responsibility.”

Encourage by these words, Miles went back to his dorm with new vigour. Sewing together a costume with Ganke’s help, he took to the streets as New York’s second Spider-Man, hampered by a lack of webs but nonetheless making do.

A few weeks in to his new career, Miles ran into his first real problem as a superhero – and it came in the shape of his uncle, Aaron. Aaron explained how he was a criminal, and how it was him that stole the spider that bit Miles. More than that, however – he knew that Miles was the new Spider-Man. As Miles tried to recover from that shock, he went on to explain that he owed money to some very bad people, and that they wanted him, for lack of a better word, dead. He then gave Miles an ultimatum: help his dear old uncle get rid of the competition, or let Aaron tell his father, a deadset anti-superhero, that his son was the very thing he hates.

Given a day to mull things over, he let Ganke know of his dilemma, desperate for guidance. At midnight, he made his decision.

He refused his uncle’s offer, rain falling around them as they stood on a rooftop. Needless to say, Aaron didn’t take it very kindly. Wearing a suit made by the Tinkerer, he attacked Miles, their fight quickly spinning out of control as it spilled onto the street. Miles, determined to bring his uncle to justice, slowly gained the upper hand – but in a last ditch effort to escape, Aaron set off an explosion to escape, disappearing without a trace. He hasn’t been seen since.

It’s been a few months since then, and the superhero life is treating Miles well – at least, as well as it can treat a fourteen year-old. Nothing but the future knows what it holds for him. Here’s hoping that it’s bright.

| SUPPORTING CAST: |

Superhero Associates

??? / Spider-Man – The webbed wonder of New York, Miles has held Spider-Man in an idolised light ever since his debut. When Miles used his powers to save a family from a burning building, it was Spider-Man that recognised their similar abilities, and convinced Miles to continue using his powers for good.

Lana Baumgartner / Bombshell – A fellow student at Hawthorne Academy with a penchant for swearing, Lana moonlights as the teenage mutant hero, Bombshell. First meeting in costume, Miles immediately recognised her at Hawthorne, immediately trying to strike up a friendship with her. She is the closest thing he has to a friend within the superhero community.

Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel – Inspired by her idol, Captain Marvel, Kamala uses her powers to protect Jersey City. Her and Miles have teamed up in the past to stop the villain, the Inventor.¹

Kate Bishop / Hawkeye – Another attendee of Hawthorne Academy, Kate is secretly partners with the original Hawkeye, Clint Barton. They are currently unaware of each other’s costumed activities.¹

Virgil Hawkins / Static Shock – Resident hero of the New York borough, Dakota, Virgil Hawkins was caught in the chaos that was known as the “Big Bang”, giving him the powers of electrokinesis. He and Miles have crossed paths in the past, going as far as partnering up to foil a robbery.¹

Friends and Allies

Jefferson Davis – Formerly of the NYPD, Jefferson is Miles’ father. He is strongly against vigilante activity of any kind, mutant or not.

Rio Morales – Miles’ mother, Rio is unlike Jefferson in the fact that she wholeheartedly believes in superheroes and what they stand for.

Ganke Lee – Miles’ roommate and best friend, Miles has known Ganke since primary school. He is the only person Miles has willingly shared his identity with.

Judge – Miles’ roommate and friend.

Enemies & Rivals

Aaron Davis / Prowler – Miles’ uncle, Aaron is the bridge over which Miles’ powers found their way to him. Moonlighting as a career criminal, he makes his money as the burglar known as Prowler; a choice of life that has left his brother, Jefferson, bitter. After stealing the spider that gave Miles his abilities, he saw his nephew as indebted to him; in his eyes, Miles owes him everything. An attempt at blackmailing Miles led to a rooftop battle against him, which ended in Aaron’s retreat.

Arthur Light / Doctor Light – A deranged criminal with photokinesis, Dr. Light is the persistent foe of a number of heroes.¹

Marcus Lyman / Massacre – Caught in an attack that killed his wife and embedded shrapnel in his brain, Lyman lost the ability to feel human connection. With a new lease on life, he began taking on jobs as a mercenary – but not before targeting the man responsible for his misfortune.

_{¹Pending approval from prospective players.
Enemies list subject to growth and change.}

| DIFFERENCE FROM SOURCE MATERIAL: |

The only real difference from the source material here is the fact that Peter Parker isn’t dead. Instead, he serves as Miles’ idol, his guide in superheroics, and, eventually, his mentor. There are other minor differences, like the fact that Miles’ uncle didn’t die in their fight, but believe me when I say that they’ve been made for a purpose. Other than that, this is the Miles as seen in the comics (both Ultimate and his recent 616 run), who I hope will be able to make as much of a mark on this world as Eddie’s Peter.

| REFERENCES: |

_{#1: Green Arrow: Hawke, part one.
#2: Green Arrow: Hawke, part two.
#3: Green Arrow: Hawke, part three.
#4: The Flash... cooks some breakfast?}

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

Honestly, after reading through each CS again, I'm gonna have to vote for @Gowi's Superman. @Morden Man's was great, as always, but I just sorta enjoy the sense of continuity and legacy Gowi has built for the character. I know a lot of people here preferred Morden's for the opposite reason, but I just feel like it's been, what, 6ish years since Superman has been around, doing things? I feel like there's a little more leeway when it comes to adding a rogue's gallery and supporting cast. Plus, I personally feel like Gowi's Supes retains some of Morden's introspection whilst allowing him to remain a little... Brighter.

I'm sorry, Morden, please still love me.

@Architect

Pretty much what I was going to say. You made this a lot easier for me, lol. I love both sheets, as I think both bring something unique to Superman, but after spending most of my morning classes contemplating who to vote for, I have to say I go with @Gowi's.

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

<Snipped quote by GreenGrenade>

Dude, I dropped Kai-ro for GL. He's never been incorporated into the DCU. He's from the DC Animated Universe and its "Beyond" label comics.

Thus far @Morden Man hasn't rejected that, so I'm thinking so long as it has a Marvel or DC label, it's fair game.

@Bounce

Yeah, okay. His answer confused me just the tiniest bit, is all :P.

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

@Divine Darkness No to the first set of questions. A very, very conditional, tentative yes to the second question but it would have to be in keeping with the spirit of the character (so a character renown for being a paragon of moral virtue could not turn evil overnight) and it would have to be well done and gradual.

@Morden Man

Considering that Miles Morales originated in the Ultimate universe, but is now integrated in the 616 universe, would he be on the table?

EDIT: I've discussed him with prospective Spidey players, all of whom are cool with it.

GreenGrenade's Character Compendium

_{“No one can confidently say that he will still be living tomorrow.” – Euripides}

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| IDENTITY: |

• Slade Wilson
• Deathstroke

| ALIGNMENT: |

Chaotic Neutral

| AFFILIATION: |

TBD

| HISTORY: |

| SUPPORTING CAST: |

Supervillain Associates

Friends and Allies

Enemies & Rivals

| DIFFERENCE FROM SOURCE MATERIAL: |

| REFERENCES: |

_{#1: Green Arrow: Hawke, part one.
#2: Green Arrow: Hawke, part two.
#3: Green Arrow: Hawke, part three.
#4: The Flash... cooks some breakfast?}

GreenGrenade's Character Compendium

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| IDENTITY: |

• Miles Morales
• Spider-Man (II)

| ALIGNMENT: |

Neutral Good

| AFFILIATION: |

TBD

| HISTORY: |

Jefferson Davis met Rio Morales at his physical therapist’s office in the great borough of Brooklyn, New York. Now, you can call it whatever you want – sappy, stupid, cliché – but the fact of the matter is, it was love at first sight. The moment he laid eyes on her, he knew that he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her. And so, after much time spent debating whether or not it was a good idea, Jefferson came to the conclusion that he should ask her out on a date. And so he did.

The first date became the second. The second became the third. The third, the fourth. Before they knew it, they’d moved in together. After two months of knowing each other, they got married.

Talk about moving fast.

On the 3rd of August, 2002, they were given the greatest gift they could ever imagine: their son, Miles. Living in a small apartment in the sunny side of Brooklyn, Jefferson and Rio watched as their little boy grew into the slightly bigger boy they always wanted him to be. He was smart, thoughtful, resourceful; every bit his parents’ son. There was no way they could love him any more than they already did. But despite all his great qualities, they were saddened to see him struggle with other kids. To them, he was nothing more than a geek. But lucky for him, there was another boy that happened to be ten times the nerdzoid he was: Ganke Lee, legophile and proud. They soon became inseparable, and Jefferson and Rio couldn’t be happier.

The years sped by, and the family of three soon found themselves in a state of anxiety like no other. Miles, now aged thirteen, had applied for one of New York’s finest charter schools, Hawthorne Academy, and the day had arrived where he would find out if he’d been accepted. After sitting through a nerve-wracking admittance ceremony, he was relieved to find out that he was.

After celebrating with his parents at a nice little restaurant, Miles rushed over to his Uncle Aaron’s to give him the good news. Unbeknownst to him, a spider there awaited him, one that would change his life forever.

It bit him, and Miles, having fainted, then come to, then fainted again, was forevermore banned from visiting his uncle at the behest of his father.

Over the following two months, the young man discovered and then tested some nifty powers he’d gained courtesy of the spider, sharing the knowledge of his newfound gifts with Ganke. Ganke, as hyped as one could be, told Miles that he should become Spider-Man’s sidekick. Miles, being opposed to the idea, told Ganke that he should go stick it where ideas don’t stick. Months passed, and Miles was able to control the urge to use his powers – but eventually, all things must come to an end.

Walking along the streets of Brooklyn, he bore witness to a building in flames, the screams of its inhabitants shrill and urgent. The fire department was on its way, but the fire was getting worse and worse in their absence. He didn’t have a choice. Hoodie up, he leapt into the inferno, carrying the family that was stuck in there to safety, one by one. As the firemen arrived Miles left, using his powers to appear intangible as he crawled up to the rooftops, where he would remain unseen. Little did he know that keener eyes saw inconsistencies in the light, and through further concentration were able to make out his form in the daylight. And so Spider-Man followed him, having observed his heroics, seeking to have words with the now fourteen year-old.

After getting over the stutter initiated by seeing his idol in the flesh, Miles heard Spider-Man out, who hoped to convince him to continue using his powers for good. Before he left, the web-slinger imparted a saying to Miles that would stay with him forever:

“With great power comes great responsibility.”

Encourage by these words, Miles went back to his dorm with new vigour. Sewing together a costume with Ganke’s help, he took to the streets as New York’s second Spider-Man, hampered by a lack of webs but nonetheless making do.

A few weeks in to his new career, Miles ran into his first real problem as a superhero – and it came in the shape of his uncle, Aaron. Aaron explained how he was a criminal, and how it was him that stole the spider that bit Miles. More than that, however – he knew that Miles was the new Spider-Man. As Miles tried to recover from that shock, he went on to explain that he owed money to some very bad people, and that they wanted him, for lack of a better word, dead. He then gave Miles an ultimatum: help his dear old uncle get rid of the competition, or let Aaron tell his father, a deadset anti-superhero, that his son was the very thing he hates.

Given a day to mull things over, he let Ganke know of his dilemma, desperate for guidance. At midnight, he made his decision.

He refused his uncle’s offer, rain falling around them as they stood on a rooftop. Needless to say, Aaron didn’t take it very kindly. Wearing a suit made by the Tinkerer, he attacked Miles, their fight quickly spinning out of control as it spilled onto the street. Miles, determined to bring his uncle to justice, slowly gained the upper hand – but in a last ditch effort to escape, Aaron set off an explosion to escape, disappearing without a trace. He hasn’t been seen since.

It’s been a few months since then, and the superhero life is treating Miles well – at least, as well as it can treat a fourteen year-old. Nothing but the future knows what it holds for him. Here’s hoping that it’s bright.

| SUPPORTING CAST: |

Superhero Associates

??? / Spider-Man – The webbed wonder of New York, Miles has held Spider-Man in an idolised light ever since his debut. When Miles used his powers to save a family from a burning building, it was Spider-Man that recognised their similar abilities, and convinced Miles to continue using his powers for good.

Lana Baumgartner / Bombshell – A fellow student at Hawthorne Academy with a penchant for swearing, Lana moonlights as the teenage mutant hero, Bombshell. First meeting in costume, Miles immediately recognised her at Hawthorne, immediately trying to strike up a friendship with her. She is the closest thing he has to a friend within the superhero community.

Kamala Khan / Ms. Marvel – Inspired by her idol, Captain Marvel, Kamala uses her powers to protect Jersey City. Her and Miles have teamed up in the past to stop the villain, the Inventor.¹

Kate Bishop / Hawkeye – Another attendee of Hawthorne Academy, Kate is secretly partners with the original Hawkeye, Clint Barton. They are currently unaware of each other’s costumed activities.¹

Virgil Hawkins / Static Shock – Resident hero of the New York borough, Dakota, Virgil Hawkins was caught in the chaos that was known as the “Big Bang”, giving him the powers of electrokinesis. He and Miles have crossed paths in the past, going as far as partnering up to foil a robbery.¹

Friends and Allies

Jefferson Davis – Formerly of the NYPD, Jefferson is Miles’ father. He is strongly against vigilante activity of any kind, mutant or not.

Rio Morales – Miles’ mother, Rio is unlike Jefferson in the fact that she wholeheartedly believes in superheroes and what they stand for.

Ganke Lee – Miles’ roommate and best friend, Miles has known Ganke since primary school. He is the only person Miles has willingly shared his identity with.

Judge – Miles’ roommate and friend.

Enemies & Rivals

Aaron Davis / Prowler – Miles’ uncle, Aaron is the bridge over which Miles’ powers found their way to him. Moonlighting as a career criminal, he makes his money as the burglar known as Prowler; a choice of life that has left his brother, Jefferson, bitter. After stealing the spider that gave Miles his abilities, he saw his nephew as indebted to him; in his eyes, Miles owes him everything. An attempt at blackmailing Miles led to a rooftop battle against him, which ended in Aaron’s retreat.

Arthur Light / Doctor Light – A deranged criminal with photokinesis, Dr. Light is the persistent foe of a number of heroes.¹

Marcus Lyman / Massacre – Caught in an attack that killed his wife and embedded shrapnel in his brain, Lyman lost the ability to feel human connection. With a new lease on life, he began taking on jobs as a mercenary – but not before targeting the man responsible for his misfortune.

_{¹Pending approval from prospective players.
Enemies list subject to growth and change.}

| DIFFERENCE FROM SOURCE MATERIAL: |

The only real difference from the source material here is the fact that Peter Parker isn’t dead. Instead, he serves as Miles’ idol, his guide in superheroics, and, eventually, his mentor. There are other minor differences, like the fact that Miles’ uncle didn’t die in their fight, but believe me when I say that they’ve been made for a purpose. Other than that, this is the Miles as seen in the comics (both Ultimate and his recent 616 run), who I hope will be able to make as much of a mark on this world as Eddie’s Peter.

| REFERENCES: |

_{#1: Green Arrow: Hawke, part one.
#2: Green Arrow: Hawke, part two.
#3: Green Arrow: Hawke, part three.
#4: The Flash... cooks some breakfast?}

The New Frontier: A Marvel/DC One Universe RP

Just to clarify what I said before, I don't mind this being set in the sixties, but I'd prefer it being modern day. Either way, cool.